
Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Fantastic trip! Beautiful coral and loads of fish everywhere- and on the last day an oceanic white tip hung out with us for quite a while. ”
Recommended for: The crew, delicious food, boat has many comfortable places to relax
Customer Review By Jennifer M, from: United States scored the Golden Dolphin III 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 17 reviews and information click here: Golden Dolphin III .
Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard Boat Features Review
On reviewing the Golden Dolphin III liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 6 of 12 total boat features (see below).
The Golden Dolphin III liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax between dives and attend review briefings in comfort. In addition, it has an indoor saloon, which is air conditioned, so you can stay cool between dives and stay out of the wind 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 whilst on your dive trip. You’ll also find it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are topped up, which means your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
Also, it has a sun deck for those who love to sunbathe after each dive and to build that sun tan.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the Golden Dolphin III liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Indoor saloon
- ✓ Sun deck
- ✓ WIFI Internet (Free)
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- ✕ Available for charter
- ✕ Budget friendly
- ✕ Family Friendly Cruise
- ✕ Leisure deck
- ✕ Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- ✕ Observation deck
Boat FAQs for the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard
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Boat information:
- ✓The Golden Dolphin III 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 Beach Towels onboard.
- ✓The Golden Dolphin III liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓ The Golden Dolphin III liveaboard also includes visas and fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- ✓ The Golden Dolphin III liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- ✓ The Golden Dolphin III liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include port and fuel fees.
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Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard Cabin Features Review
On reviewing the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard, it scores 27% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 3 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 2 Double Cabins with ensuite bathroom
- 8 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click the feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
- ✓ Aircon cabins
- ✓ Daily housekeeping
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- ✕ Family cabins
- ✕ Hair Dryer in Cabin
- ✕ Laundry service
- ✕ Non-smoking rooms
- ✕ Rooms with balcony
- ✕ Safe Box in Cabin
- ✕ Seaview cabins
- ✕ TV in cabins
Cabin FAQs for the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard
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Are the cabins non-smoking on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
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How many guests and cabins does the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard have?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard Diving Features Review
On reviewing the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard, it scores 65% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 13 of 20 total diving features (see below).
The Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard offers scuba diving courses onboard, which includes a nitrox course, so you can build on your diver certification whilst you are on your liveaboard trip. In addition, The Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. What’s more, Warm water showers are available after the dive which is a nice touch on cooler trips.
DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard. You’ll also find Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard supports technical diving, rebreather divers and sidemount divers, so advanced divers can use their normal configuration onboard. Also, A private dive guide is available on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding.
The Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. Plus, Nitrox is included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, which helps you stay within no stop limits and be less tired on repetitive dives, but without any extra cost of nitrox fills. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
A review of the list of diving features found on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
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Does the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
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What diver certification is required for the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
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Is sidemount diving supported on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Does the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Is rental gear available on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard run?
The Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Advanced Open Water Diver
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Golden Dolphin III liveaboard are currently: 8 Days/7 Nights , 15 Days/14 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is Included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
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Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard Onboard Food & Dining Features Review
On reviewing the Golden Dolphin III liveaboard, it scores 57% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard food & dining features, as it has 8 of 14 total food & dining features (see below). The Golden Dolphin III 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 has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Golden Dolphin III liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Buffet style
- ✓ Dietary requirements
- ✓ Full-board option
- ✓ Local food
- ✓ Snacks all day
- ✓ Vegan options
- ✓ Vegetarian options
- ✓ Western food
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- ✕ Al fresco dining
- ✕ Beach BBQ
- ✕ BBQ area
- ✕ Fine cuisine
- ✕ Half-board option
- ✕ Set menu dinner
Dining FAQs for the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard
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Are snacks provided on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard Onboard Drinks & Refreshments Review
On reviewing the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard, it scores 42% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for onboard drink & refreshment features, as it has 3 of 7 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard offers beer for purchase onboard. In addition, it has free soft drinks for those of you who don't drink alcohol, or to drink between dives. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- ✓ Beer available
- ✓ Free soft drinks
- ✓ Welcome cocktails
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- ✕ Bar
- ✕ Fine wines selection
- ✕ Free wine w/dinner
- ✕ Wine available
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard
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Can I bring my own alcohol on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
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Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
- • Welcome cocktails
Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard Other Activities Review
On reviewing the Golden Dolphin III liveaboard, it scores 11% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for other recreational activities, as it has 2 of 17 total recreational activity features (see below).
A review of the list of Recreational Activity Features found on the Golden Dolphin III liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Library
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the Golden Dolphin III. 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 Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Jet ski
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Massage
- Not included Naturalist guide
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Sauna
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Spa
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Wakeboarding
- Not included Water ski
- Not included Yoga
Other Activities FAQs for the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard
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Is the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
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Is there a glass bottom boat on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard?
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Golden Dolphin III Included in the Price
When you book the Golden Dolphin III 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 Golden Dolphin III liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Golden Dolphin III 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 Airport transfer
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Nitrox
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Visas and fees
- Included Welcome cocktails
- Included WiFi internet
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The other features that are not included on the Golden Dolphin III 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 Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Golden Dolphin III Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Golden Dolphin III 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 Golden Dolphin III liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Gratuities
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkel Gear
Golden Dolphin III Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Golden Dolphin III 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 Golden Dolphin III liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Park
- Included Port and Fuel Fees
Golden Dolphin III Vessel Details
- Length: 37.0m (121.4ft)
- Beam: 8.0m (26.2ft)
- Max guests: 20
- Cabins: 10
- Bathrooms: 10
Golden Dolphin III Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard. Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 12 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light
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The golden dolphin iii boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Golden Dolphin III Liveaboard:
- Not included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included Emergency Flares
- Not included Engine room CCTV
- Not included Fishfinder