Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“10/10, would book again. This was my first liveaboard and it far and away exceeded my expectations. The staff was incredible - they were so attentive I felt like a helpless baby. I didn't put my own fins on all week and every time I turned around someone was there to help me into/out of my wetsuit. The guides were awesome and the rest of the crew was amazing, especially the chefs - the food was delicious. The boat and rooms were very spacious and it had everything you could want or need for a week on board. I would 100% recommend this liveaboard and would book the Ghazala Explorer if I returned to the Red Sea (there were several people on the boat who were repeat customers).”
Recommended for: Staff. Facilities. Food.
Customer Review By Emily K, from: United States scored the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 156 reviews and information click here: Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard .
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Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Boat Features
The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard scores 62% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 10 of 16 total boat features (see below). The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard has an air conditioned saloon so you can stay cool between dives. In addition, it has free WIFI internet onboard, which means you can stay up-to-date with your emails and social media whilst on your dive trip. What’s more, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
- • Air conditioned saloon
- • Audio & video entertainment
- • Available for charter
- • Charging stations
- • Dedicated local & international crew
- • Indoor saloon
- • Leisure deck
- • Observation deck
- • Sun deck
- • WIFI Internet (Free)
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The boat features that are not found on the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard include the following: Boutique / Souvenir Shop, Budget friendly, Dedicated Local Crew, Family Friendly Cruise, Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio, Smart Voyager accreditation.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Airport transfer
- • Beach towels
- • Deck towels
- • Fuel surcharge
- • Hotel transfer
- • National park fees
- • Port fees
- • WIFI Internet
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Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Cabin Features
The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard scores 54% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 6 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view. In addition, it has family cabins, which means you can travel and scuba dive as a family on the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard. What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 2 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 11 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- • Aircon cabins
- • Daily housekeeping
- • En-suite bathrooms
- • Family cabins
- • Non-smoking rooms
- • Seaview cabins
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The cabin features that are not found on the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard include the following: Hair Dryer in Cabin, Laundry service, Rooms with balcony, Safe Box in Cabin, TV in cabins.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Diving Features
The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard scores 76% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 16 of 21 total diving features (see below). The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and water entry, or for getting your kit ready before transferring to a tender for your next dive. In addition, it offers scuba diving courses so you can progress your skills at the same time as building your dive experience. What’s more, it was custom built for diving, which means it is ideally suited for scuba divers. You’ll also find it includes nitrox, making your dives longer and safer without extra cost. Also, it offers sidemount diving for divers who prefer to carry one or two scuba cylinders on their sides, instead of on their back, which allows for easier access to wrecks.
- • Camera station
- • Charging stations
- • Custom built for diving
- • DIN adaptors
- • Dive deck
- • Gear rental
- • Nitrox (Free)
- • Nitrox course
- • Outside showers
- • Rinse hoses
- • Scuba diving courses
- • Separate rinse for u/w camera
- • Shaded diving area
- • Sidemount diving
- • Tenders for diving
- • Warm water showers
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The diving features that are not found on the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard include the following: Camera room, Rebreather support, Sidemount diving – Single Tank Only, Tech diving, Underwater scooters.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Diving package
- • Night dives
- • Nitrox
Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Food & Dining Features
The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard scores 64% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 9 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard. What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
- • Al fresco dining
- • Beach BBQ
- • Buffet style
- • Dietary requirements
- • Full-board option
- • Snacks all day
- • Vegan options
- • Vegetarian options
- • Western food
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The onboard food features that are not found on the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard include the following: BBQ area, Fine cuisine, Half-board option, Local food, Set menu dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Drink & Refreshment Features
The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard scores 57% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 4 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. In addition, the cost of your liveaboard includes drinking water, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails.
- • Bar
- • Beer available
- • Welcome cocktails
- • Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard include the following: Fine wines selection, Free soft drinks, Free wine w/dinner.
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Tea & coffee
- • Welcome cocktails
Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Other Recreational Activities
The Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard scores 11% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 2 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
- • Library
- • Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard include the following: Fishing, Glass bottom boat, Jacuzzi / hot tub, Jet ski, Kayaks on-board, Massage, Naturalist guide, Naturalist itineraries, Sauna, Snorkel equipment, Spa, Stand up paddleboard, Wakeboarding, Water ski, Yoga.
Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Ghazala Explorer dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes everything you need for an amazing dive safari in Egypt. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving without worrying about additional meal costs.
These inclusions provide excellent value and ensure a hassle-free dive cruise experience. This is everything included in your Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard booking price.
- ✓ Airport transfer
- ✓ Beach towels
- ✓ Cabin towels
- ✓ Deck towels
- ✓ Diving package
- ✓ Drinking water
- ✓ Fuel surcharge
- ✓ Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- ✓ Hotel transfer
- ✓ National park fees
- ✓ Night dives
- ✓ Nitrox
- ✓ Port fees
- ✓ Snacks
- ✓ Tea & coffee
- ✓ VAT
- ✓ Welcome cocktails
- ✓ WiFi internet
Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Ghazala Explorer dive charter experience with these optional services and upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox diving allows you to extend your bottom time and enjoy longer dives at the incredible sites around Egypt.
These optional extras allow you to customize your dive liveaboard experience to suit your preferences and diving goals. This is everything available as optional extras for the Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard.
- + Alcoholic beverages
- + Chamber fees
- + Gratuities
- + Land excursions
- + Nitrox course
- + Private dive guide
- + Rental gear
- + Scuba diving courses
- + Snorkel Gear
- + Soft drinks
Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note that some essential costs are not included in the base price of your Ghazala Explorer dive cruise and must be paid additionally.
These required extras help support local marine conservation and dive tourism infrastructure. Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your Ghazala Explorer Liveaboard dive trip.
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Vessel Details
- Length: 37.0m (121.4ft)
- Beam: 8.2m (26.9ft)
- Max guests: 24
- Cabins: 12
- Bathrooms: 14
Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Ghazala Explorer are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
This is the full list of navigation and safety features for the Ghazala Explorer. Ghazala Explorer liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 out of the 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- • Bilge Pump Alarm
- • Crew Trained in First Aid
- • Depth Sounder
- • E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- • Emergency Flares
- • Emergency Rafts
- • Engine room CCTV
- • Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- • First Aid Kits
- • Fishfinder
- • GPS
- • Life Vests
- • Oxygen
- • Radar
- • Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- • Satellite & Mobile Phones
- • Search light