Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coast is the newest frontier in liveaboard diving — offering the same spectacular underwater landscapes as Egypt, but virtually untouched by tourism. Pristine coral reefs, dramatic walls, and abundant shark life await in the Farasan Banks and along the coast. Compare all Saudi Arabia liveaboard options on Blue Rides: every vessel is vetted, prices are transparent, and reviews come from verified guests. Discover virgin dive sites, encounter schools of hammerheads, and explore coral gardens in crystal-clear water. Book with confidence using our best-price guarantee and be among the first to dive Saudi Arabia's extraordinary reefs.
Saudi Arabia liveaboard diving opened to tourists in 2019 and is still developing. A small number of high-quality vessels operate, mainly in the Yanbu–Jeddah corridor and the Farasan Banks. Expect excellent conditions with warm water (24–30°C), outstanding visibility, and truly uncrowded dive sites.
Saudi Arabia's Red Sea is diveable year-round, but the best conditions are from October to May. Summer surface temperatures can exceed 45°C.
Warm water, calm seas, and excellent visibility. Best chance for hammerhead sharks.
Comfortable diving conditions with slightly cooler water. Whale sharks appear in spring.
Extremely hot above water but underwater conditions remain good. Fewer boats operating.
Most Saudi Arabia liveaboards follow well-established routes that maximise marine life encounters. Here are the most popular itineraries:
Explore the pristine northern Red Sea reefs from Yanbu with untouched coral gardens, dramatic walls, and pelagic encounters.
Extended expedition to the remote Farasan Banks for hammerhead sharks, mantas, and virgin reef systems.
Planning your first Saudi Arabia dive safari? Below you'll find answers to the most common questions – from visa requirements and costs to what marine life awaits you. If anything is still unclear, our team is happy to help.