
The Alia Soul Liveaboard in Egypt scores 10/10 on the diving features SDE Liveaboard Rating
I’ve scored the Alia Soul Liveaboard 0/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Diving Features, as it has 0 of the 10 key diving features listed below.
When you dive on the Alia Soul Liveaboard, you’ll benefit from free onboard nitrox to reduce fatigue across multiple dives and can extend your bottom time where conditions allow, with a dedicated dive deck for kitting up and tenders to drop you directly onto the best dive sites. You can also travel light with onboard gear rental, and even progress your diver certification during your liveaboard trip with the onboard scuba diving courses.
At a glance for divers:
If you’re travelling as an underwater photographer, dedicated facilities are available onboard – see the Underwater Photographer section for full details. In addition, DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Alia Soul Liveaboard. What’s more, for more advanced setups, this liveaboard also supports technical diving options – see the Technical Divers section for full details.
On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun. You’ll also find the Alia Soul Liveaboard was designed for divers, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind.
I’ve reviewed the Alia Soul Liveaboard and created this checklist of 10 key onboard diving features, so you can quickly see how well this liveaboard is set up for scuba divers. This boat includes 10 of the 10 essential diving features:
Looking for more specialist facilities? See the separate underwater photographer section and tech diving section for more details.
Diving FAQs for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
How many dives per day can I do on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Alia Soul Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Alia Soul Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Are dives guided on the Alia Soul Liveaboard or can I dive independently?
What rental gear is available on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Alia Soul Liveaboard run?
What is a typical day of diving like on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is the Alia Soul Liveaboard custom designed for divers?
What sea creatures can you see on the Alia Soul Liveaboard
The Alia Soul Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver (or equivalent), Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)*
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives, Minimum 30 logged dives†
- Itinerary options on the Alia Soul liveaboard are currently: 5 Days/4 Nights, 6 Days/5 Nights, 8 Days/7 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
* Where more than one diver certification shows, you will need to check the liveaboard's itinerary to book the right one to match your certification level.
† Where more than one number of logged dives shows, you will need to check the liveaboard's itinerary to book the right one to match your experience level.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
List of Egypt dive sites visited by the Alia Soul Liveaboard
We do not yet have region and dive site data set up for Egypt.
The Alia Soul Liveaboard scores 7/10 on the cabin features SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of Alia Soul Liveaboard is 7/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Cabin Features, as it has 7 of the 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Alia Soul Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable if you want to relax in your cabin between dives, and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as complimentary toiletries and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip. What’s more, it A safe box in each cabin means you can securely lock away your valuables while you are out diving.
You’ll also find it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to your diving trip. Also, it includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
Below I've listed the 10 key cabin features for the Alia Soul Liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 7 of the 10 key features.
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Cabin FAQs for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Alia Soul Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Alia Soul Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Alia Soul Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Alia Soul Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Alia Soul Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The Alia Soul Liveaboard provides complimentary toiletries, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Alia Soul Liveaboard is listed as a family friendly cruise, but it does not show dedicated family cabins in the cabin features here. If you need cabins that are set up specifically for families, you may prefer to choose from Liveaboards With Family Cabins, and you can also compare this trip with other family oriented options under Family Friendly Cruises. The cabin types section below shows the cabin layouts available on this boat.
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The Alia Soul Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 8 Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 2 Double cabins with ensuite bathrooms
The Alia Soul Liveaboard scores 9/10 on the boat features SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Alia Soul liveaboard is 9/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Boat Features, as it has 9 of the 10 key boat features (see below).
The Alia Soul liveaboard has a lounge for you to relax with onboard audio and video entertainment between dives or in the evenings. In addition, it has a cool indoor saloon with air conditioning, so you can relax between dives away from the heat and sun. What's more, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up to date with your emails and social media or upload your latest pictures and videos during your dive trip. Even better, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries stay topped up and your dive kit is ready for the next dive.
You'll also find it has dedicated deck areas for relaxing between dives, enjoying the views and making the most of your time onboard. Also, it includes transfer support, which can make getting to and from the boat easier and less stressful. Plus, it includes towels onboard, which helps you pack lighter and makes life easier during your dive trip. On top of that, it has a dedicated crew onboard to help keep your trip running smoothly from diving to meals and day-to-day service.
In addition, it maintains a near one to one crew to guest ratio, which supports quick service and strong safety cover.
Below I've listed the 10 key boat features for the Alia Soul liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 9 of the 10 key features.
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Boat FAQs for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is the Alia Soul Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Alia Soul Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Alia Soul liveaboard provides deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but no beach towels are provided. Click Beach Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard also includes national park fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include environment tax, and port fees.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard has dedicated local crew onboard.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard is a family friendly cruise, with facilities and itineraries that work well for families. It does not list dedicated family cabins in the features here, so if you specifically need that layout, click Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that offer them. To compare this trip with other family friendly liveaboards, click Family Friendly Cruises.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 10 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Alia Soul liveaboard is a budget-friendly option, ideal if you want to enjoy a liveaboard holiday in Egypt without paying premium-level prices, making it a great choice for cost-conscious scuba divers, clubs, and families who want good value for money while still enjoying comfortable cabins, tasty meals, and easy access to Egypt’s dive sites; you can also check for current deals or discounted departures using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare it with other budget-friendly liveaboards.
The Alia Soul Liveaboard scores 6/10 on the food features SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Alia Soul liveaboard is 6/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Food Features, as it has 6 of the 10 total key food and dining features (see below).
The Alia Soul Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements and you can add these in special requests on step two of the booking form. But you are requested to limit these requests to religious beliefs or food allergies. It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu, so if you are a vegetarian or vegan you’ll definately not go hungry on your dive trip. In addition, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
Below I've listed the 10 key food features for the Alia Soul liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 6 of the 10 key features.
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No Beach BBQ
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No Fine cuisine
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No Local food
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Snacks all day (Free)
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Western food
Dining FAQs for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Alia Soul Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Dining and food information:
- Meals are served buffet style on the Alia Soul liveaboard.
The Alia Soul Liveaboard scores 9/10 on the drinks & refreshments SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Alia Soul Liveaboard is 9/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating For Drinks and Refreshment Features, as it has 9 of the 10 total key drink and refreshment features (see below). In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails in the trip price.
Below I've listed the 10 key drinks & refreshments features for the Alia Soul Liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 9 of the 10 key features.
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Alcoholic beverages (Some included)
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Bar
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Beer available
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Drinking water (Free)
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Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
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No Free wine w/dinner
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Soft drinks (Free)
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Tea & coffee (Free)
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Welcome cocktails
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Wine available
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
- Welcome cocktails
The Alia Soul Liveaboard scores 1/10 on the non-diver companion SDE Liveaboard Rating
My score of the Alia Soul liveaboard is 1/10 on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 1 of the 10 total key non-diver companion features (see below).
The Alia Soul liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as snorkelling. These keep everyone involved between dives and make the trip enjoyable for partners or friends who prefer to stay above the surface. In addition, Snorkel gear is available on the Alia Soul liveaboard, perfect for relaxed reef time between dives and for non-divers to join in the water.
Below I've listed the 10 key non-diver companion features for the Alia Soul liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 1 of the 10 key features.
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No Glass bottom boat
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No Jacuzzi / hot tub
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No Library
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No Naturalist itineraries
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Snorkel gear (Paid extra)
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No Wellness facilities
Non-Dive Companion FAQs for the Alia Soul
Are kayaks available on the Alia Soul?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Alia Soul?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Alia Soul?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Alia Soul?
Is the Alia Soul suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Alia Soul?
Is there a library on the Alia Soul?
Is yoga offered on the Alia Soul?
Are wellness services available on the Alia Soul?
Are jet skis available on the Alia Soul?
Is water skiing available on the Alia Soul?
Is wakeboarding available on the Alia Soul?
Is fishing offered on the Alia Soul?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Alia Soul?
Are land excursions included on the Alia Soul?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
My score of the Alia Soul liveaboard is 3/5 on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 3 of the 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Alia Soul liveaboard offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, which is crucial for protecting expensive camera equipment from scratches and damage. Also a dedicated camera tank avoids any risks that can arise from sharing space with general diving gear, such as regulators, wetsuits, and heavy fins to avoid contamitation from sand, salt, debris and any chemicals.
In addition, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for your next dive. What’s more, it has free WiFi internet onboard, which makes it easier to back up RAW files to the cloud and share images with friends and family while you are at sea.
Below I've listed the 5 key underwater photographer features for the Alia Soul liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 3 of the 5 key features.
Underwater photographer FAQs for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Does the Alia Soul Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Alia Soul Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
My score of the Alia Soul liveaboard is 3/3 on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 3 of the 3 key technical diving features (see below).
If you plan to do technical diving, the Alia Soul supports tech divers, but before you finalise your trip, check the typical dive depths, available gases, and whether stage and decompression cylinders are supported on your chosen itinerary. In addition, If you dive with a rebreather the Alia Soul provides rebreather support, but it’s worth confirming in advance which rebreathers are supported and whether oxygen fills, sorb availability, and bailout requirements are onboard, because this can vary by region and itinerary.
If you like to dive sidemount style the Alia Soul only supports single-tank sidemount, which can affect how you configure your gear, so it is worth confirming the set-up before you finalise your trip.
Below I've listed the 3 key tech diving features for the Alia Soul liveaboard, where for this liveaboard it includes 3 of the 3 key features.
Tech diving FAQs for the Alia Soul Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Alia Soul Liveaboard?
Is The Alia Soul Right For You?
Quick Facts about the Alia Soul
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✓ The Alia Soul Is Best For:
- ✓Advanced & experienced divers (Minimum 50 logged dives required)
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Nitrox divers (free EAN32 included)
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ The Alia Soul Is Not Ideal For:
- ✗Complete beginners (Open Water Diver or Advanced Open Water Diver required)
- ✗Divers with limited experience
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
The Alia Soul Is Perfect If You Want...
- •World-famous Red Sea diving
- •Historic wreck diving (Thistlegorm)
- •Vibrant coral reefs
- •Encounters with oceanic whitetips
- •Challenging dive sites for experienced divers
- •Complimentary nitrox for extended bottom times
No highlight video available for the Alia Soul.
All Egypt's Discounted Liveaboard Deals & Last Minute Discounts
Alia Soul Included in the Price
When you book the Alia Soul dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Egypt. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Alia Soul liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Alia Soul liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Accommodation
- Included Airport transfers
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Complimentary toiletries
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included National park fees
- Included Night dives
- Included Nitrox
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Special dinner
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Welcome cocktails
- Included WiFi internet
Show features not included in the price
The other features that are either not included in the price or not available at all on the Alia Soul liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Alia Soul Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Alia Soul charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Egypt.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Alia Soul liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Paid extra Alcoholic beverages (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Nitrox course (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Private dive guide (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Rental gear (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Scuba diving courses (Paid extra)
- Paid extra Snorkel Gear (Paid extra)
Alia Soul Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Alia Soul dive cruise and must be paid additionally.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Alia Soul liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Required extra Environment tax (Required extra)
- Required extra Port fees (Required extra)
Alia Soul Vessel Details
- Length: 36.0m (118.1ft)
- Beam: 7.5m (24.6ft)
- Max guests: 20
- Cabins: 10
- Bathrooms: 12
Alia Soul Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Alia Soul Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Alia Soul Liveaboard. Alia Soul Liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has all 17 navigation & safety features.
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included Fishfinder
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light