
Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“High value for the money. I have just had the plesure to join Thunderbird for a 2’weeks Safari together whit some fanatastics guest in a international atmospher thank to You all The beat is not High luxus but funktionel and i felt very save diring the trip The Crew and guides very helpfuld and serviceminded”
Recommended for: The food. The Crew. The guest.
Customer Review By Jan O, from: Denmark scored the Thunderbird Liveaboard 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 15 reviews and information click here: Thunderbird Liveaboard .
Thunderbird Liveaboard Boat Features Review
On reviewing the Thunderbird Liveaboard, it scores 66% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for boat features, as it has 8 of 12 total boat features (see below).
The Thunderbird 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 leisure deck with shade and seating, which is perfect for surface intervals and relaxation. Plus, it features an observation deck, ideal for horizon watching, wildlife spotting and night sky views.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the Thunderbird 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:
- ✓ Air conditioned saloon
- ✓ Audio & video entertainment
- ✓ Charging stations
- ✓ Indoor saloon
- ✓ Leisure deck
- ✓ Observation deck
- ✓ Sun deck
- ✓ WIFI Internet (Free)
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- ✕ Available for charter
- ✕ Budget friendly
- ✕ Family Friendly Cruise
- ✕ Nearly 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio
Boat FAQs for the Thunderbird Liveaboard
Does the Thunderbird Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
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Does the Thunderbird Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- ✓The Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which incur an additional cost on top of your liveaboard trip.
- ✓The Thunderbird liveaboard can arrange local flights at an additional cost to the trip.
- ✓ The Thunderbird liveaboard also includes fuel surcharge, national park fees, and port fees in the cost of the liveaboard.
- ✓ The Thunderbird liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include gratuities, and visas and fees.
- ✓The Thunderbird liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
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Thunderbird Liveaboard Cabin Features Review
On reviewing the Thunderbird Liveaboard, it scores 36% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for cabin features, as it has 4 of 11 total cabin features (see below). The Thunderbird Liveaboard has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board.
Cabin Types Available
- 1 Double Cabin with ensuite bathroom
- 7 Twin Cabins with ensuite bathroom
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Thunderbird 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
- ✓ En-suite bathrooms
- ✓ Non-smoking rooms
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- ✕ Family cabins
- ✕ Hair Dryer in Cabin
- ✕ Laundry service
- ✕ Rooms with balcony
- ✕ Safe Box in Cabin
- ✕ Seaview cabins
- ✕ TV in cabins
Cabin FAQs for the Thunderbird Liveaboard
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Is there a TV in the cabins on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is there a laundry service on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Thunderbird Liveaboard have?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Cabin towels
Thunderbird Liveaboard Diving Features Review
On reviewing the Thunderbird Liveaboard, it scores 75% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for diving features, as it has 15 of 20 total diving features (see below).
The Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird 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, Photographers are looked after, with a separate rinse for underwater cameras.
After a dive you can rinse off using outside showers or warm water showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater. You’ll also find DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Thunderbird Liveaboard. Also, Sidemount diving is supported on the Thunderbird Liveaboard, which is useful if you prefer to carry cylinders on your side.
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. Plus, A private dive guide is available on the Thunderbird Liveaboard as a paid extra, useful if you want 1 to 1 guiding. On top of that, The Thunderbird Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind.
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 Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Thunderbird Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What diver certification is required for the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is sidemount diving supported on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Does the Thunderbird Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Thunderbird Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Thunderbird Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
Is rental gear available on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Thunderbird Liveaboard run?
The Thunderbird 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
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 30 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Thunderbird liveaboard are currently: 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.
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Thunderbird Liveaboard Onboard Food & Dining Features Review
On reviewing the Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird Liveaboard
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What cuisine is served on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- • Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- • Snacks
Thunderbird Liveaboard Onboard Drinks & Refreshments Review
On reviewing the Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird Liveaboard has beer and wine available to purchase. 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, and tea & coffee in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Thunderbird 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
- ✓ Wine available
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The onboard drink features that are not found on the Thunderbird 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:
- ✕ Bar
- ✕ Fine wines selection
- ✕ Free wine w/dinner
- ✕ Welcome cocktails
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Thunderbird Liveaboard
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Is wine with dinner included on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- • Drinking water
- • Soft drinks
- • Tea & coffee
Thunderbird Liveaboard Other Activities Review
On reviewing the Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird 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 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 Thunderbird Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
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Is snorkel equipment provided on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is the Thunderbird Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Thunderbird Liveaboard?
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Thunderbird Liveaboard Included in the Price
When you book the Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Thunderbird 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 Cabin towels
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fuel surcharge
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included National park fees
- Included Nitrox
- Included Port fees
- Included Snacks
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included WiFi internet
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The other features that are not included on the Thunderbird 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
Thunderbird Liveaboard Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Diving insurance
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Local flights
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Wine with dinner
Thunderbird Liveaboard Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Thunderbird 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 Thunderbird liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Gratuities
- Included Visas and fees
Thunderbird Liveaboard Vessel Details
- Length: 30.8m (101.0ft)
- Beam: 7.0m (23.0ft)
- Max guests: 16
- Cabins: 8
- Bathrooms: 9
Thunderbird Liveaboard Boat navigation and safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Thunderbird Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Thunderbird Liveaboard. Thunderbird Liveaboard scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 17 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- 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