DUNE Longara

Location: Egypt

Rating: 4.8/5 (563 reviews)

DUNE Longara

About DUNE Longara

Egypt's Red Sea rift valley creates a distinct marine environment. The 45-meter Dune Longara facilitates dive explorations for 30 guests.

The separation of the African and Arabian tectonic plates formed a long, narrow basin that became the Red Sea. This unique geological origin created a marine environment largely isolated from the wider Indian Ocean, resulting in higher salinity and water temperatures. These conditions, combined with minimal river runoff, have fostered exceptional water clarity and the growth of extensive, resilient coral reef systems along the Egyptian coast. The region is a world-renowned destination for its vibrant reefs and collection of historic shipwrecks. It is within this dynamic setting that the DUNE Longara operates, offering a spacious and dedicated platform for exploring the full spectrum of Red Sea diving. The vessel’s diving operations are centered around a large, well-organized dive deck. This area provides ample room for all 30 guests to prepare their equipment without feeling crowded. Multiple freshwater rinse tanks for gear and cameras are readily available. Dives are conducted directly from the main vessel’s platform, allowing for easy entry and exit from the water. While not used for daily dive excursions, an emergency speedboat is available for transfers if required. The professional dive team provides detailed briefings before every immersion and offers guided tours of each site, ensuring divers can safely navigate the complex topographies and locate the most interesting points of marine life and wreckage. Life aboard is designed for comfort and relaxation between dives. The vessel accommodates its guests in 15 cabins, with a choice of Premium, Superior, Deluxe, and Standard layouts. Every stateroom is equipped with individual climate control, a small writing surface for logging dives, and a personal media display for entertainment. Social life is split between several well-appointed areas. An indoor, air-conditioned lounge provides a cool space for socializing or attending presentations. Outside, a shaded deck offers comfortable seating for enjoying the sea breeze, while the upper sun terrace is furnished with loungers and features an exterior spa tub for unwinding after a full day of diving. The culinary program is a core component of the onboard experience. Meals are served in a dedicated interior dining area, where guests can share stories from their day's adventures. The chef and kitchen staff prepare a variety of dishes, with menus designed to be both flavorful and provide the necessary energy for an active diving schedule. An outdoor refreshment station keeps divers hydrated and supplied with snacks throughout the day. The crew can cater to special dietary needs and preferences; guests are advised to provide this information during the booking process to ensure their requirements are met. Constructed to provide a comfortable expedition experience, the DUNE Longara measures 45 meters in length. This significant size contributes to the vessel's stability while navigating the open waters of the Red Sea, reducing motion during crossings and enhancing overall guest comfort. Its generous capacity for 30 guests means it also has substantial storage for fuel, fresh water, and provisions, allowing it to undertake multi-day itineraries to remote offshore reef systems without needing to return to port. This capability makes it a reliable base for comprehensive dive exploration. DUNE Longara runs itineraries focused on the most celebrated regions of the Egyptian Red Sea. Routes are planned to include both the famous wreck-strewn sites of the north and the flourishing, current-swept reefs of the south. The sailing schedule is organized throughout the year to align with the best seasonal conditions for each specific region, with departures from Egypt’s primary Red Sea ports. This liveaboard is an excellent choice for divers of all certification levels who want to experience the full diversity of Egypt’s underwater attractions, from world-class shipwrecks to vibrant coral gardens, aboard a large and accommodating vessel.

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Itineraries

Golden Triangle - 7 Nights (Safaga) (Safaga → Safaga)

Duration: 8D7N

Embarkation: Safaga

This diving safari explores the most renowned dive sites of Egypt, often referred to as the 'Golden Triangle' due to their geographical arrangement. The itinerary focuses on the legendary sites of The Brothers Islands, Daedalus Reef, and Elphinstone Reef, offering exceptional opportunities to encounter diverse marine life and explore historic wrecks. Guests will experience stunning drop-offs, vibrant coral gardens, and the chance to spot various pelagic species.

Fury Shoals Dolphin Trip (Port Ghalib - Port Ghalib)

Duration: 7 nights

Embarkation: Port Ghalib, Egypt

Embark on an exciting dive and wellness escape in the southern Red Sea. This journey takes you to the enchanting Fury Shoals, a collection of vibrant reefs renowned for their diverse coral formations, caves, and swim-throughs. Experience incredible underwater landscapes, from dazzling coral gardens to unique structural features, with opportunities for encounters with playful dolphins. This trip promises an unforgettable Red Sea adventure for all skill levels.

Fury Shoals: Dolphin Trip - 7 Nights (Safaga, 8D7N)

Duration: 8D7N

Embarkation: Safaga

Embark on an exciting liveaboard adventure to discover the Northern Red Sea's underwater marvels. This journey takes you to the renowned dive sites of the Straits of Tiran, including the famous Jackson Reef and Gordon Reef, known for their dramatic drop-offs and vibrant marine life. Explore the historic Thistlegorm wreck and the diverse reefs of Ras Mohammed National Park. The itinerary also includes dives in Dahab's iconic Blue Hole and Canyon, promising breathtaking experiences for divers of a

Fury Shoals: Dolphin Trip - 7 Nights (Port Ghalib) (Port Ghalib → Port Ghalib)

Duration: 8D7N

Embarkation: Port Ghalib

Embark on a diving adventure through the enchanting Fury Shoals, a region in the southern Red Sea known for its vibrant coral gardens, intricate caves, and exciting swim-throughs. This itinerary offers diverse underwater experiences suitable for all skill levels, highlighted by opportunities to encounter playful spinner dolphins in their natural habitat. Explore stunning coral formations, maze-like passages, and a rich variety of marine life, promising an unforgettable Red Sea experience.

Route 102856

Duration: 7 nights

Embarkation: Port Ghalib

Route 102856

Duration: 7 nights

Embarkation: Port Ghalib

Ultra South Reef Elba (Port Ghalib - Port Ghalib)

Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights

Embarkation: Port Ghalib, Egypt

Embark on an Ultra South expedition aboard DUNE Longara, exploring Egypt's most remote southern reefs, including the rarely visited Elba Marine Reserve. This itinerary combines the legendary offshore reef of Daedalus, famous for hammerhead encounters, with the stunning islands of Rocky and Zabargad. Divers will also explore the pristine reefs of St. John's, the unique topography of Fury Shoals including Sataya, and the iconic Elphinstone Reef, offering a comprehensive dive adventure in the Red S

Northern Reefs & Brother Islands - 7 Nights (Port Ghalib → Safaga)

Duration: 8D7N

Embarkation: Port Ghalib

Embark on a thrilling 8-day dive safari exploring the best of both the southern and northern Egyptian Red Sea. This one-way adventure begins in Port Ghalib and takes you to the legendary Brother Islands, a marine park renowned for its deep walls, strong currents, and frequent encounters with oceanic whitetip and hammerhead sharks. The journey continues north to the iconic wreck graveyard of Abu Nuhas and the world-famous SS Thistlegorm, a WWII relic turned bustling artificial reef. The trip culm

Mixed South - Daedalus, Rocky & Zabargad Islands and St John s (Port Ghalib - Port Ghalib)

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Embarkation: Port Ghalib, Egypt

This advanced diving cruise explores the southern Red Sea's most renowned offshore sites, including Daedalus, Rocky, Zabargad, and St. John's. The itinerary is designed for experienced divers, offering thrilling encounters with pelagic species like hammerheads and oceanic whitetips at remote reefs. The journey also features the dramatic underwater landscapes of Rocky and Zabargad Islands and the diverse reef systems of St. John's, known for its coral gardens and intricate passages. Max guests o

Route 102845

Duration: 7 nights

Embarkation: Port Ghalib

This liveaboard itinerary explores the vibrant Red Sea reefs off Egypt's southern coast, departing and returning to Port Ghalib. Divers can anticipate encounters with a rich array of reef fish, hard and soft corals, and a good chance of spotting sharks, dolphins, and turtles. The route generally encompasses both pristine fringing reefs and exciting offshore pinnacles. This journey offers a balanced experience of diverse Red Sea marine environments, suitable for experienced divers looking to expl