Grand Discovery Liveaboard

Grand Discovery

Unveiling the Red Sea's underwater wonders in luxury and comfort.

36
Egypt
2025

About This Vessel

Egypt's Red Sea nurtures a distinct marine ecology, with its coral ecosystems and migratory species; the Grand Discovery facilitates access to its varied dive sites. Flanked by an arid desert landscape, the Red Sea’s elongated basin holds one of the world’s most resilient and concentrated coral reef ecosystems. Its high salinity and warm temperatures foster the growth of extensive fringing reefs,…

Upcoming Departures

Upcoming Departures

Onboard Amenities

Free Internet
Jacuzzi / Hot Tub
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
Sun Deck
Camera Station
Seaview Cabins

Dining & Beverages

Fine Cuisine
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Options
Beer available
Wine Available
Full-board Option
Buffet style
Western Food
Local Food

Dining aboard the Grand Discovery is a delightful experience, featuring a full-board meal plan served buffet-style. Guests can savor a diverse menu that harmoniously blends international and regional Egyptian flavors, ensuring a satisfying culinary journey. Beyond the main meals, a continuous supply of snacks is available throughout the day, complemented by complimentary drinking water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. The crew is adept at accommodating various dietary needs, offering excellent vegetarian and vegan options upon request, making sure every guest's preferences are met with care and quality.

Dive Equipment & Setup

Nitrox available
Shaded Diving Area
DIN Adaptors
Rinse Hoses
Dive deck
Tenders for diving
Sidemount Diving

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

VAT · Airport Transfer

Not Included & Local Fees

Marine park fees and port taxes — approx. €150–200 per person per week (paid in cash on board) · Environment Tax (175-250 EUR per trip)

Airport Transfers

Return airport transfers and hotel transfers are included in the trip price, ensuring a convenient journey to and from the embarkation point in Hurghada.

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

15L tanks: 35-65 EUR per trip · BCD: 40 EUR per trip

Accommodation

Upper Deck Twin

Upper Deck Twin

Twin • Upper Deck

6x
👥 2 GuestsAir-conditionedEn-suite bathroomWarm water shower
Panorama Suite

Panorama Suite

Double • Upper Deck

2x
👥 2 GuestsAir-conditionedEn-suite bathroomWarm water shower
Suite

Suite

Double • High Deck

4x
👥 2 GuestsAir-conditionedEn-suite bathroomWarm water shower
Lower Deck Twin

Lower Deck Twin

Twin • Lower Deck

6x
👥 2 GuestsAir-conditionedEn-suite bathroomWarm water shower

Booking & Travel FAQ

How does the booking process work?

Select a cabin and departure on Grand Discovery, 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 built2025
Cruising speed13 knots
Top speed15 knots
Max guests36
Number of cabins18
Number of bathrooms23
Engines2 x 1150 HP
Water capacity20 tons
Fuel capacity28 tons
Tenders2 x 6.5 m zodiacs - Yamaha 115 HP outboard engines

Navigation & Safety Systems

Radar
GPS
Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
Life Vests
Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
Oxygen
First Aid Kits

What guests say online

4.5 / 5(479 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.

The Grand Discovery is praised for its modern design, stability and comfort, offering excellent diving experiences in the Red Sea. Guests consistently highlight the professionalism and friendliness of the crew and guides.

Boat4.6
Crew4.8
Value4.3
Diving4.7
Comfort4.3
Cleanliness4.5
Most praised
  • +Modern, new, and well-maintained vessel
  • +Excellent stability and comfort for divers
  • +Crew and guides are super friendly and professional
  • +Designed for comfortable, safe, and well-organized diving

Based on approximately 479 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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