Is The High Wave Liveaboard Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
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✓ Best For:
- ✓Advanced & experienced divers (Minimum 50 logged dives required)
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Complete beginners (Advanced Open Water Diver required)
- ✗Divers with limited experience
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
🎯 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
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 70% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 7 of 10 key boat features (see below).
The High Wave Liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings. In addition, it provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings.
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 always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the High Wave 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:
- Audio & video entertainment
- Charging stations
- Dedicated crew
- Free airport transfer, no hotel transfer
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The boat features that are not found on the High Wave 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:
- Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
- Smart Voyager accreditation
- Towels (Deck towels: Not available, Beach towels: Not available)
Boat FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is the High Wave Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the High Wave Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the High Wave Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- You will need to bring your own beach and deck towels for your trip on the High Wave liveaboard, as they are not provided onboard. Click Beach Towels or Deck Towels to find liveaboards that offer these onboard.
- The High Wave liveaboard offers an airport transfer, which is included in the cost of your liveaboard trip, but they do not offer a hotel transfer. Click Hotel Transfers to find liveaboards that offer this service.
- The High Wave liveaboard also includes environment tax, fuel surcharge, and port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- The High Wave liveaboard has optional additional charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional optional charges include gratuities.
- The High Wave liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include national park fees.
- The High Wave liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
- The High Wave liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The High Wave 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 12 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 High Wave liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Egypt’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 5 of 10 key cabin features (see below).
The High Wave Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as cabin towels and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board. You’ll also find it includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the High Wave 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.
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Cabin FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
Do cabins on the High Wave Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the High Wave Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the High Wave Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the High Wave Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The High Wave Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The High Wave Liveaboard does not offer a laundry service. If you would like this service onboard, click Laundry service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- The High Wave Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- Complimentary toiletries are not provided on the High Wave Liveaboard. If you would like a liveaboard that provides toiletries, click Complimentary toiletries.
- The High Wave Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The High Wave Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 12 Double/Twin cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 90% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 9 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The High Wave Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. In addition, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station. What’s more, After a dive you can rinse off using warm outside showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater.
DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the High Wave Liveaboard. You’ll also find High Wave Liveaboard supports technical diving, rebreather divers and sidemount divers, so advanced divers can use their normal configuration onboard. Also, 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.
Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
A review of the list of diving features found on the High Wave 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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Diving FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the High Wave Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the High Wave Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the High Wave Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the High Wave Liveaboard?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the High Wave Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the High Wave Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the High Wave Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the High Wave Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the High Wave Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the High Wave Liveaboard
The High Wave 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 (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 50 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the High Wave liveaboard are currently: 5 Days/4 Nights, 8 Days/7 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 High Wave 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 High Wave 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.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 6 of 10 total food & dining features (see below).
The High Wave 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 High Wave 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:
- Dietary requirements
- Full-board option (Free)
- Local food
- Snacks all day (Free)
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
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- Al fresco dining
- Beach BBQ
- Fine cuisine
- Western food
Dining FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
What meal plan does the High Wave Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the High Wave Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the High Wave Liveaboard?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 8 of 10 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The High Wave Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. 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 High Wave 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:
- Alcoholic beverages (Paid extra)
- Bar
- Beer available
- Drinking water (Free)
- Soft drinks (Free)
- Tea & coffee (Free)
- Welcome cocktails
- Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the High Wave Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click the feature below to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
- Free wine w/dinner
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the High Wave Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the High Wave Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
- Welcome cocktails
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Non-Diver Companion Rating for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 20% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 2 of 10 total non-diver companion features (see below).
Yes, the High Wave 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 High Wave Liveaboard, perfect for relaxed reef time between dives and for non-divers to join in the water.
A review of the list of Non-Diver Companion Rating features found on the High Wave 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 Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel gear (Free)
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The other onboard activities that are not found on the High Wave 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 Fishing
- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Library
- Not included Stand up paddleboard
- Not included Naturalist itineraries
- Not included Wellness facilities
Other Activities FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is the High Wave Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- Snorkel Gear
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 3 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The High Wave Liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the 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.
A review of the underwater photographer facilities found on the High Wave Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific facility, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this facility:
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Underwater photographer FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Does the High Wave Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the High Wave Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the High Wave Liveaboard
On reviewing the High Wave Liveaboard, it scores 100% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 3 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
The High Wave Liveaboard supports technical diving, rebreather divers and sidemount divers, so advanced divers can use their normal configuration onboard. In addition, If you plan to do technical diving, the High Wave Liveaboard supports it, 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. What’s more, If you dive rebreather, the High Wave Liveaboard provides support, but it’s worth confirming in advance which rebreathers are supported and whether oxygen fills, sorb availability, and bailout requirements are in place, because this can vary by region and itinerary.
If you dive sidemount, the High Wave Liveaboard supports it, but when planning your dives check cylinder options and the deck set-up, so your configuration is comfortable and properly supported for the dives planned.
A review of the technical diving features found on the High Wave 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.
Tech diving FAQs for the High Wave Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the High Wave Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the High Wave Liveaboard?
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High Wave Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the High Wave 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 High Wave liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the High Wave 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 Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Environment tax
- Included Extra dives
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Night dives
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Special dinner
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Welcome cocktails
- Included WiFi internet
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The other features that are not included on the High Wave 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 Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
High Wave Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your High Wave 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 High Wave liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Gratuities
- Included Nitrox
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
High Wave Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the High Wave dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Egypt.
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 High Wave liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Chamber fees
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included National park fees
High Wave Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 34.0m (111.5ft)
- Beam: 8.0m (26.2ft)
- Max guests: 24
- Cabins: 12
- Bathrooms: 15
High Wave Liveaboard Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the High Wave Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the High Wave Liveaboard. High Wave Liveaboard scores 88% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 15 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- 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 Search light
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The high wave liveaboard boat navigation and safety that are not found on the High Wave Liveaboard:
- Not included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Not included Satellite & Mobile Phones