Tour programs vary, and you can see their descriptions below.
Bathyscaphe Journey in the Red Sea
A journey on a bathyscaphe in the Red Sea is a dive into a completely different world, full of mysteries and incredible colors. Just imagine:
Behind the thick glass, a breathtaking scene unfolds. Right before your eyes, underwater gardens of coral stretch out endlessly. Around them, schools of fish swirl gracefully, floating as if in weightlessness. Yellow butterflyfish, striped clownfish, and elegant angelfish glide past. Sometimes, a giant Napoleon fish with its distinctive forehead or a leisurely sea turtle passes right by the porthole, as if posing just for you.
On board, professional photographers are also available to capture these unforgettable moments for you.
Services of a Russian-speaking greeter and guides on board
Snorkeling equipment (fins and mask with snorkel – though bringing your own is always recommended)
Soft drinks on board
Transfers within Hurghada
(*For hotels in El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, and Makadi – extra charge of $10 round trip.
For Soma Bay and Safaga – extra charge of $20 round trip.
*The price is for up to 6 people, round trip. Transfers may be shared.)
Alcohol is not allowed on board
What to bring with you:
Water, towel, swimsuit, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, warm clothes during the winter season, and some cash for small expenses.
It is also recommended to bring your own mask and snorkel (they are available on the yacht, but if there are many tourists, they may not be provided
Hotel transfer around 10:30, 11:30, or 14:30 (time may shift slightly; exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking. The drive to the marina takes 15–40 minutes depending on hotel location and guest collection).
Boarding the seascope and sailing towards the reefs (approx. 20 minutes).
Descent to the lower deck to begin the underwater journey (the vessel does NOT submerge), approx. 40–60 minutes.
Ascent to the upper deck while heading to the snorkeling and swimming site, approx. 10 minutes.
Snorkeling at the reef with mask and fins, approx. 40 minutes.
Return to the marina & hotel transfer around 14:00, 15:00, or 18:00.
Program timing may vary slightly depending on weather and other factors.
There are only three large and comfortable bathyscaphes in Hurghada, all with spacious cabins.
One has an open upper deck on the second floor, in addition to a covered lounge and the lower observation deck. Swimming takes place directly from the vessel.
Another has only a covered deck (no open deck) but provides swimming from a special floating platform in the sea.
All vessels are modern and upgraded, offering a far more enjoyable experience compared to the old yellow bathyscaphes used by tour operators at inflated prices (those older models do not have a covered lounge for relaxation).
Choice of vessel is not available — guests are distributed on site depending on seat availability and the schedule.
All bathyscaphes in Hurghada operate in government-approved zones near the central marina. For this reason, the reefs visited are not the most vibrant in the Red Sea, but the experience remains impressive, especially for families with children. Depending on the weather, the abundance of marine life may vary.