Marselia Star
Location: Egypt
About Marselia Star
البحر الأحمر في مصر، وهو حوض ضيق بين قارتين، يزخر ببيئة بحرية فريدة تتميز بتكوينات مرجانية واسعة ونشاط كبير لكائنات المياه المفتوحة.
Vessel Specifications
- Length: 40m
- Guest capacity: 24
- Year built: 2015
- Nitrox: Available
- WiFi: Available
Cabins
- Double Bed (sleeps 2) — twin/double — Ideal for couples or those preferring a larger sleeping arrangement, the Double Cabin provides a spacious and private sanctuary. Each cabin is equipped with air conditioning, a private en-suite bathro
- Twin Bed (sleeps 2) — twin/double — The Twin Cabin offers a comfortable and practical retreat for two guests, featuring two separate beds in a hotel-style arrangement. Each cabin is air-conditioned and includes an en-suite bathroom, 220
- Twin Bed (sleeps 2) — twin/double — The Twin Cabin offers a comfortable and practical retreat for two guests, featuring two separate beds in a hotel-style arrangement. Each cabin is air-conditioned and includes an en-suite bathroom, 220
- Double Bed (sleeps 2) — twin/double — Ideal for couples or those preferring a larger sleeping arrangement, the Double Cabin provides a spacious and private sanctuary. Each cabin is equipped with air conditioning, a private en-suite bathro
Itineraries
Safaga and Brothers (Hurghada - Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada, Egypt
This itinerary explores the renowned diving areas of Safaga and the Brothers Islands. The trip offers opportunities to witness beautiful coral reefs and a wide array of marine life. Divers may have encounters with both sharks and dolphins. Please note that the final selection of dive sites is subject to weather and local conditions. Max guests on this trip: 24.
Safaga, Brothers, Daedalus (Hurghada - Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada
This itinerary offers an exploration of three renowned Red Sea locations: Safaga, the Brothers Islands, and Daedalus Reef. The trip is designed for advanced divers and includes opportunities to encounter sharks, dolphins, and other pelagics amidst beautiful coral reefs. Potential sites include the famous Salem Express wreck, Panorama Reef, and Ras Abu Soma, with the exact route being subject to weather and local conditions. Max guests on this trip: 24.
Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone (Hurghada - Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada
This classic Egyptian liveaboard route, often called BDE, guides divers through the Red Sea's most legendary offshore marine parks. The journey includes the stunning coral-covered walls of the Brother Islands, the dramatic deep reefs of Daedalus with its potential for hammerhead sightings, and the exciting drift dives at Elphinstone. This itinerary is well-known for blending adventure with world-class marine life, delivering a quintessential Red Sea diving experience. Max guests on this trip: 2
Northern Wrecks and Reef (Hurghada - Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada, Egypt
This classic northern Red Sea itinerary is designed for advanced divers, exploring a mix of famous shipwrecks and vibrant reefs. The trip begins and ends in Hurghada, venturing to the protected marine park of Ras Mohamed and the wreck-laden waters of Gubal Island and Abu Nuhas. Divers can expect to visit world-renowned sites like the SS Thistlegorm and Rosalie Moller, though the exact dive sites are subject to weather and other conditions. Max guests on this trip: 24.
Tiran and Ras Mohammed (Hurghada - Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada
This 8-day diving cruise explores Egypt's renowned northern Red Sea, beginning and ending its journey in Hurghada. The itinerary is tailored for advanced divers, offering around 18 dives in total. The main focus is on the celebrated dive regions of the Straits of Tiran and Ras Mohammed National Park. Max guests on this trip: 24.
Northern Wrecks and Brothers (Hurghada - Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada, Egypt
This itinerary combines celebrated wreck diving with the renowned Brothers Islands in the Egyptian Red Sea. Divers have the opportunity to explore historic WWII wrecks like the SS Thistlegorm and Rosalie Moller, as well as the multiple sunken vessels at Abu Nuhas. The trip may also feature visits to the vibrant Brothers Islands, Dolphin House for potential spinner dolphin encounters, and the rich marine life of Gubal Reef. The exact route is flexible to ensure the best experience based on condit
Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone (Hurghada - Port Ghalib)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada, Egypt
This classic Red Sea itinerary explores the legendary dive sites of the Brothers Islands, Daedalus, and Elphinstone. Divers can expect to see the stunning, coral-covered walls of the Brothers, encounter hammerhead sharks at the remote Daedalus reef, and experience thrilling drift dives along Elphinstone's dramatic drop-offs. The route is known for its frequent pelagic sightings, including oceanic whitetip sharks, and also visits calmer sites like Abu Dabab, famous for its resident dugongs and gr
Open Week – Flexible Route (Hurghada – Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada
An open, flexible safari aboard Marselia Star designed around the group on board. The captain and cruise director set the final route at the start of the week, balancing guest preferences, certification levels, and prevailing weather. Depending on conditions, the boat may sail north to the wrecks and Ras Mohammed, south to the Brothers and Elphinstone, or combine reefs and pelagics in between. Dive count and trip length stay as scheduled; only the dive-site selection is flexible.
Dahab & Tiran (Hurghada – Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada
A northern Red Sea route combining the iconic reefs of the Straits of Tiran with the unique dive sites of Dahab. Marselia Star sails up to the Sinai coast to dive Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas and Gordon in the Tiran straits, then continues to Dahab for legendary sites such as the Blue Hole, the Bells and the Canyon. Ras Mohammed National Park is typically included on the return leg. Exact site selection and order depend on weather, currents and ranger schedules.
Deep South & St John's (Hurghada – Hurghada)
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Embarkation: Hurghada
Marselia Star's long-range itinerary into Egypt's remote Deep South, focused on the St. John's reef system near the Sudanese border. The route covers pristine offshore pinnacles, cavern systems and exposed walls with frequent pelagic action. Typical sites include Small Gota, Paradise Reef, Dangerous Reef, Habili Ali, the Caves & Umm Kharaem and Claudia Reef. Order and selection are adjusted by the cruise director based on weather and currents.