Experience the Red Sea's underwater wonders in luxury and comfort.
The Sea Serpent Contessa offers access to Egypt's Red Sea, a marine environment shaped by tectonic rifting and characterized by extensive coral formations. The Egyptian section of the Red Sea is a narrow marine corridor flanked by the Eastern Desert. This proximity of arid land to deep water creates a unique underwater environment where fringing coastal reefs abruptly give way to profound depths.…
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Dining on the Sea Serpent Contessa is a delightful experience, with a focus on fresh, flavorful cuisine served in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Guests enjoy a full-board meal plan, featuring a diverse buffet that blends traditional Western dishes with authentic local flavors. Meals are served in the elegant dining area, offering stunning 360-degree views of the Red Sea, creating a memorable backdrop for every meal. Throughout the day, a variety of snacks are available to keep divers energized between dives. The attentive crew is happy to accommodate special dietary requests, including vegetarian and vegan options, ensuring all guests have a satisfying culinary journey. Complimentary soft drinks, tea, and coffee are always on hand, while a selection of beer and wine is available for purchase to complement your meals.
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.
VAT · Airport Transfer
Marine park fees and port taxes — approx. €150–200 per person per week (paid in cash on board) · Dive Insurance (7 EUR)
Return airport transfers from Hurghada Airport to the marina are included in the trip price. Hotel transfers are also included.
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.
15L tanks: 45 EUR per week · BCD: 45 EUR per week
Twin • Lower Deck
These comfortable cabins are located on the lower deck, offering a peaceful retreat. Each features two single beds, individual air conditioning, and a private en-suite bathroom for your convenience and privacy.
Twin • Main Deck
Situated on the main deck, these twin cabins provide easy access to the boat's common areas. They are equipped with two single beds, personal air conditioning, and a private en-suite bathroom for a comfortable stay.
Double • Main Deck
Located on the main deck, these four double cabins offer a cozy space for couples. Each features a comfortable double bed, individual air conditioning, and a private en-suite bathroom for a relaxing and private experience.
Select a cabin and departure on Sea Serpent Contessa, 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.
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
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.
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.
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.
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 Sea Serpent Contessa is consistently praised as an extremely spacious and comfortable luxury liveaboard offering an outstanding experience above and below the water, with guests highlighting the excellent service and well-organized trips.
Based on approximately 89 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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