Blue Horizon Liveaboard

Blue Horizon

Premier award-winning 135-foot vessel featuring a deck-side spa and professional-grade camera hubs tailored for high-quality diving.

26
Egypt
41m
2006

About This Vessel

Navigating the Red Sea, the 41-meter Blue Horizon, refurbished in 2024, offers dive expeditions for up to 26 guests across 13 cabins. Vertical walls of living coral define the Red Sea’s underwater realm. South from the Sinai Peninsula, the desert coastline drops away sharply, creating a fringe of reef that thrives in high salinity and intense sunlight. This topography gives way to deep channels f…

Upcoming Departures

Upcoming Departures

Onboard Amenities

Full Air Conditioning
Contemporary Indoor Design
Double Caterpillar Power Generators
Management of Regulatory Levies
Additional On-board Amenities
Social Center on the Middle Deck
Top-Tier Fleet Representative
Upper Level Media Zone
Private Room Cleaning
Entire Vessel Rental Availability

Dining & Beverages

Communal Style Dining
Selection of Fruit Juices
Continuous Snack and Fruit Availability
Buffet Culinary Service
Shipboard Bar Facilities
Fresh Drinking Water
Variety of Teas and Coffees
Daily Light Bites
Full-Board Dining Program
Regional Culinary Specialties

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served daily as a buffet in the middle-deck restaurant, offering a mix of global Western favorites and authentic local flavors. Throughout the day, guests have access to light snacks, fresh fruit, and various juices.

Dive Equipment & Setup

Nitrox Production Membrane
Support for Closed Circuit Rebreathers
Equipment Hire Services
Technical Diving Facilities
2-3 Certified Dive Guides
Two 450L L&W Air Compressors
Dedicated Station for Camera Prep
Instructional Diving Programs
Power Station for Battery Recharging
Rental of Technical Equipment

Dive Area & Sites

The Red Sea is widely regarded as one of the world's top diving destinations, famous for its exceptional visibility often exceeding 30 meters and warm waters throughout the year. Divers encounter a remarkable variety of marine life, from oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerheads, and grey reef sharks to graceful manta rays and pods of spinner dolphins. The region offers world-class wreck diving, including the legendary SS Thistlegorm, and pristine coral reefs at Ras Mohammed National Park. Southern itineraries explore remote offshore reefs such as Daedalus, Elphinstone, and the Brothers Islands, where dramatic walls plunge into the deep blue and large pelagics patrol the currents. Vibrant coral gardens host dense schools of anthias, butterflyfish, and giant moray eels, while macro enthusiasts find nudibranchs and ghost pipefish hiding among the reef.

Important Information

What's Included

Free Wi-Fi Access (coverage permitting) · Cabin Linens

Not Included & Local Fees

Every traveler is required to pay a state-mandated Reef Tax/Ecological Tax, set at 90 USD for week-long itineraries and 170 USD for ten-night excursions. Additionally, entry costs for National Parks vary between 80 and 160 USD per outing. · Marine park fees and port taxes — approx. €150–200 per person per week (paid in cash on board)

Insurance Recommendation

We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.

Rental Gear

Standard Scuba Hire (7 nights / 10 nights) · Total equipment bundle (Includes Mask, Fins, BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit, Snorkel, SMB): $210 / $315

Accommodation

Classic Twin Cabin

Classic Twin Cabin

Twin • Lower Deck

4x
👥 2 GuestsControllable Climate ControlPrivate Ensuite BathShower Gel
Premium Double Cabin

Premium Double Cabin

King • Mid Deck

4x
👥 2 GuestsControllable Climate ControlPrivate Ensuite BathShower Gel
Classic Twin/Double Cabin

Classic Twin/Double Cabin

Convertible • Lower Deck

5x
👥 2 GuestsPrivate Ensuite BathAdjustable Climate ControlShower Gel

Booking & Travel FAQ

How does the booking process work?

Select a cabin and departure on Blue Horizon, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.

When do I need to pay?

A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.

What documents will I receive?

After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.

How do I get to the boat?

Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.

What certifications do I need?

A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.

Vessel Technical Overview

Vessel Specifications

Year built2006
Year renovated2024
Length41 m / 134.5 feet
Beam8.7 m / 28.7 feet
Max guests26
Number of cabins13
Number of bathrooms15
Engines2 x Cat
Freshwater maker6000 Ltr/day
Water capacity6000 liters per day
Tenders2

Navigation & Safety Systems

Inflatable Survival Rafts
Oxygen Administration Gear
VHF Radio for Tender Contact
Automatic Fire Detection Sensors
Portable Life Vests
Staff Trained in First Aid
Mechanical Room Fire Extinguishing System
First Aid Medical Supplies
Portable Emergency Oxygen
Tender-Stowed Safety Equipment
Onboard Fire Extinguishers
Diver Tracking and Tagging System
Expert Crew Support
Life Preservers
GPS Technology
Mobile and Satellite Phone Systems
Radio Gear (VHF/DSC/SSB)
Automated Fire Extinguishing and Smoke Alarms
Deployable Life Boats

What guests say online

4.8 / 5(402 reviews)
How is this overall rating calculated?

The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.

Guests consistently praise the Blue Horizon for its excellent crew, luxurious amenities, and superior diving experiences in the Red Sea. The vessel has received awards, indicating a high level of guest satisfaction.

Crew4.9
Food4.8
Value4.6
Cabins4.7
Diving4.9
Service4.8
Most praised
  • +Professional, friendly, and helpful crew
  • +Modern and luxurious setting with spacious cabins
  • +Award-winning and highly regarded liveaboard
  • +Excellent food with a balance of Western and Egyptian cuisine

Based on approximately 402 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.

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