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MY Red Sea Explorer – Extra Divers Worldwide's New Liveaboard MY Red Sea Explorer – Extra Divers Worldwide's new liveaboard The new comfortable liveaboard MY Red Sea Explorer was constructed in 2019 and offers trips to the best dive sites in the Red Sea. All popular routes from the famous wrecks of Abu Nuhas in the North, Daedalus and the southern spots in both the marine park and St John's are covered in our itineraries. This unique liveaboard run by Extra Divers sets new standards within its industry, and provide guests with a marvelous trip as it is equipped with the best of the best. MY Red Sea Explorer is specially designed to afford guests maximum space, comfort, quality and safety. Unlike most liveaboards in the region, the ship is crafted out of steel rather than wood. Measuring 43m in length and 9.7m in width, MY Red Sea Explorer shapes up to be one of the largest, most modern and up-to-date liveaboards in the Red Sea. Facilities and technical aspects are truly state-of-art as showcased by exceptionally large guest cabins divided into 4 categories (Superior lower deck, Superior upper deck, master cabins and one spacious Royal suite (nickname “The real big one“). All cabins are equipped with panoramic windows, a spacious bathroom, large beds (single or queen-/king-size), a mini fridge, a safe and a TV. Some of the onboard features include a 2000HP motor powered by 24 cylinders with a 44 liters engine capacity, approximately 300kW reserve energy, the latest units for navigation and safety including “ENOS“ diver alerts, modern high quality compressors by Bauer and a Mattai Nitrox membrane unit with a total capacity of more than 1800 liters, a water purification system, aircon with individual controls, WIFI and an array of other remarkable features to make life on board smooth sailing. This floating hotel is dedicated to the demands and expectations of scuba divers. Not only does the spacious diving deck provide fresh water rinse tanks, fresh water showers, plenty of storage space for dive equipment and a camera table – even Nitrox is complimentary for divers holding a valid certificate! ENOS is also on board - the best diving rescue system worldwide. The ship: The 9.7-meter-wide and 43-meter-long liveaboard has an elegant air-conditioned salon with a bar and comfortable seating, TV, WIFI (reception & signal strength depending on route and location of the ship), buffet restaurant, dive platform and a large diver deck. The spacious sundecks invite you to relax. Powerful desalination plants always guarantee enough fresh water, and two generators supply 24-hours of power. The friendly crew ensures the best service! Cabins: - 4x Superior Lower Deck with panoramic windows, single beds, bathroom with shower and toilet (including 1 family cabin for 2 adults and 1 child with double bed and the 3rd bed as a sofa bed) - 4x Superior Upper Deck with large windows, double and single beds, bathroom with shower and toilet - 3x master cabin main deck with large windows, double bed and single beds, bathroom with shower and toilet - 1x Royal Suite with approx. 170 ° panoramic view, king size bed, rain shower, toilet and private sundeck The very spacious and comfortable superior lower deck cabins are equipped with two single beds, air conditioning, TV, large windows, safe, mini fridge, sofa, table, bathroom with shower and toilet, bathrobes, towels. The elegant upper deck superior cabins with double and single beds are almost identically furnished and located (without a sofa and a table) and located on the upper deck. Three master suites are located on the main deck of the ship and also have a small refrigerator, sofa and table. Located on the upper deck of the ship, the Royal Suite or "the real big one" offers the plus ultra of space and comfort. The suite is equipped with a large king size double bed, spacious seating area, rain shower, TV, minibar (first filling included), Nespresso coffee machine and many other amenities in addition to two private French balconies, a private sundeck and almost 170 ° panoramic all around view. Meals: Including full board. Tasty meals are served buffet style three times a day. Afternoon snacks as well as coffee, tea, water and soft drinks are also included in the price. For an additional fee, local wines, beers, coffee specialties and canned drinks are available. The meal service starts with the dinner on the first day and ends with the breakfast on the last day. Diving: Eat - Sleep - Dive - Relax! A safari on the MY Red Sea Explorer leaves nothing to be desired. In general, 3 to 4 dives per day including night dives are offered (first and last cruising day: 2 to 3 dives). Before each dive a detailed briefing will be held. Normally there are 2 experienced dive guides on board. Tanks are 12 litre aluminum (80 cu) with DIN and INT valves. 15 litre steel tanks or rental equipment are available through advanced booking and at extra charge on board. Nitrox 32 is free for certified Nitrox divers. On the dive deck and the diving platform there are fresh water showers, sinks, toilet, a camera and boxes/enough storage space for the equipment. Diving is either done by one of the two spacious 6- meter-long and 2.45-meter-wide zodiacs or from the diving platform. Divers need a minimum experience of at least 50 dives. Generally, the maximum depth is 40 meters. ENOS is used on board (GPS-based emergency detection system for divers). The use of a dive computer and a buoy is mandatory! Itinerary: The arrival and departure is usually on Thursdays. Upon arrival in Hurghada or Marsa Alam, our guests are welcomed by our friendly staff and taken to the port. Check-in on board includes the allocation of the cabin, a short boat orientation and dinner. The departure is the next morning, on the 6th day the ship returns to the harbor in the afternoon. Check-out and transfers to the airport begin after breakfast on the 7th day of the trip. Routing: (Weather dependent or depending on the diving experience of our guests) The MY Red Sea Explorer offers weekly safaris to the top spots of Egypt, with departures always on Thursdays. The following tours are offered: Nord & Wrecks, Nord & Tiran, Nord & Brothers, St. John's, Daedalus / Fury Shoal, Daedalus / Zarbagad / Rocky Island, Brothers / Daedalus / Elphinstone (BDE). Note: Some itineraries do not permit night dives due to Egyptian safety regulations. We reserve the right for itinerary changes due to regulations of Egyptian authorities. Technical specifications: Year of construction: 2019 Routing: 7 nights’ safari in the northern and southern Red Sea Size: 43 meters in length and 9.70 meters in width Capacity: 24 guests in 12 double cabins with shower / WC and air conditioning Engines: 2x Doosan V222, 1000PS each out of 12 cylinders and 22 litres displacement Speed: maximum 14 knots, cruising speed approx. 10 knots Electricity: 2x 150kW, 230V & 400V, 50 Hz. Water: approx. 18'000 litres + 2x salt water treatment plants with 4.5m³ / 24h each Fuel: about 22,000 litres of diesel Zodiacs: 2x Tiger Marine Divemaster 600 with Yamaha 4-stroke engines 70hp with a ladder Navigation: Radar 48sm, EPIRB, sonar, GPS, plotter, VHF and marine radio Safety: ENOS, AED, 2 life rafts, satellite phone, EPIRB, life jackets, smoke detectors in all rooms, fire extinguishers, oxygen & first aid equipment Compressor: 2x Bauer K15 each 450ltr / min delivery, 1x Mattai Nitrox membrane plant approx. 900ltr / min Facilities: 4 sundecks with partial shading, restaurant and lounge with CD / DVD player and TV, sun loungers, outdoor seating, BBQ area. Arrival: The liveaboard trips depart from Hurghada or Port Ghalib. The transfer from the nearest airport to the ship and back is included (surcharge for transfer from Hurghada on south tours from / to Port Ghalib € 25, - per person and way). The ship is ready for boarding at about 15:00h on the day of arrival, check-out on the last day at 9:00h in the morning and subsequent transport to the airport. Extend your stay: Combine your liveaboard experience on the MY Red Sea Explorer with a hotel stay or one of our Extra Divers dive centres in Egypt! Payment on board: Euro, US Dollar, Egyptian Pounds, Credit Card (Visa / Mastercard) Diving Courses: Advanced course on request. Nitrox course € 135, - Included: - Accommodation in a double cabin - Transfer from / to the airport (surcharge for transfer from Hurghada on south tours from / to Port Ghalib € 25, - per person and way) - Full board (meals will start with dinner on the first day and end with breakfast on the last day) - Soft drinks, water, tea and coffee - Diving (about 3-4 dives daily, on the first and last cruising day 2 dives per day) - Tank, weights, dive guide - WIFI (reception & signal strength depending on route and location of the ship) - Nitrox (for certified Nitrox divers) Exclusive: - Egypt entry visa € 30, - per person (alternatively the visa can be bought on arrival at the airport) - Flight to Marsa Alam or Hurghada - Local fees € 120 to € 150 per person and tour (payable locally) North Tours / St. John's Tours / North & Tiran Tour € 120,00 Brother Islands € 120,00 Brothers - Daedalus - Elphinstone € 150,00 Daedalus, Zabargad and Rocky Island € 150,00 Daedalus / Fury Shoal € 150,00 In 2020 the local fees are € 175,- per person (for all tours) - canned drinks and alcohol - diving courses (on request, pre-booking required) - equipment rental (on request, pre-booking required): € 165, - for full equipment incl. dive computer, for single items of dive equipment please refer to the on-board price list, € 30, - per week for 15 litre tanks General Information: Note: To apply for a diving permit with the Egyptian authorities, we need your passport copy when booking your holiday (for short-term bookings at least 1 week before departure).
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