M/Y SS Contessa - Red Sea

  • CONTESSAMIA
  • DECK
  • DIVEDECK
  • DIVEEQUIPMENT
  • SEATINGOUTSIDE
  • LOUNGE
  • DINING
  • LOUNGE
  • DECKPLAN

BOAT ONLY - FROM £1063

M/Y SS Contessa a superior 5 star vessel is beautiful in all aspects, from the cheery interior design, unmatched by any other in the Red Sea, to the sheer size of the platform. Not only is the vessel’s design a sight for sore eyes, it allows smooth navigation in high sea with maximum safety and comfort.

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
  • 7 nights' accomodation
  • Up to 4 dives per day
  • Nitrox
  • WiFi
  • Double or Twin Cabin
KEY HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS
  • Accomodates 24 divers
  • Choice of dining and relaxation areas
  • Full-board meal plan (all meals)
DEPARTURE DATE LIVEABOARD BOAT SAFARI ROUTE i CABIN PORT PRICE
DEPARTURE LIST - £1361pp Sat-30-Nov 2024 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1361pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1148pp Sat-7-Dec 2024 M/Y SS Contessa Daedalus & Fury Shoal i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Port Ghalib £1148pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1105pp Sat-14-Dec 2024 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers Islands and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Port Ghalib £1105pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1190pp Sat-21-Dec 2024 M/Y SS Contessa North, Tiran & Dahab i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1190pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1063pp Sat-28-Dec 2024 M/Y SS Contessa North – Northern Wrecks and Reefs i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1063pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1148pp Sat-1-Mar 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North and Tiran i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1148pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1233pp Sat-8-Mar 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1233pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1233pp Sat-15-Mar 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North & Brothers i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1233pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1105pp Sat-22-Mar 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North – Northern Wrecks and Reefs i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1105pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1148pp Sat-29-Mar 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers Islands and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1148pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1276pp Sat-19-Apr 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North, Tiran & Dahab i Twin Cabin (Lower Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1276pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-3-May 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-10-May 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North & Brothers i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1190pp Sat-17-May 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North – Northern Wrecks and Reefs i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1190pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-24-May 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-31-May 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North, Tiran & Dahab i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-7-Jun 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North & Brothers i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1233pp Sat-14-Jun 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North and Tiran i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1233pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-5-Jul 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North & Brothers i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1233pp Sat-12-Jul 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers Islands and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1233pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-19-Jul 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1190pp Sat-30-Aug 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North – Northern Wrecks and Reefs i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1190pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-6-Sep 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-13-Sep 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North & Brothers i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1403pp Sat-20-Sep 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1403pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1403pp Sat-27-Sep 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1403pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1403pp Sat-4-Oct 2025 M/Y SS Contessa Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1403pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1403pp Sat-11-Oct 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North & Brothers i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1403pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1403pp Sat-18-Oct 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North, Tiran & Dahab i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1403pp Book Trip
DEPARTURE LIST - £1318pp Sat-25-Oct 2025 M/Y SS Contessa North and Tiran i Twin Cabin (Main Deck) Hurghada Jetty £1318pp Book Trip

The M/Y SS Contessa is a stunning 5-star vessel, renowned for its cheerful interior design and impressive size, making it unmatched in the Red Sea. Its design ensures smooth navigation even in high seas, providing maximum safety and comfort.

The M/Y Contessa features two salons for guests' enjoyment: a relaxing main deck salon with a top-notch audio and video system and an upper deck dining area with a magnificent 360-degree view of the open sea. The half-shaded sundeck offers a perfect spot to unwind during cool evenings, while the top deck is ideal for sun lovers seeking a perfect tanning spot.

Accommodating 24 guests in 12 beautifully designed cabins, each equipped with AC and en-suite facilities, the vessel offers 8 cabins on the lower deck and 4 on the main deck. Ten of these are twin cabins, while the remaining two are double bed cabins.

Experience the elegance and comfort of our newest 5-star luxury vessel, ensuring an unforgettable journey. Children aged 4 and under travel free of charge but must pay port, park, and marine fees. They must be supervised by parents and share the same cabin.

Double Cabin

Double Cabin

Facilities

  • Double Bed
  • Air Conditioning

1 double bed cabin with air-conditioning for two people.

Twin Cabin (Main Deck)

Twin Cabin (Main Deck)

Facilities

  • Twin Beds
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite facilities

There are 4 twin bed cabins on the main deck with ensuite facilities and air-conditioning.

  • Brothers, Daedelus and Elphinstone

    Embark on a thrilling diving safari exploring the Brother Islands, Daedalus Reef, and Elphinstone. Encounter vibrant corals, pelagic species, and explore wrecks like Aida II and Numidia. Don't miss the chance to spot hammerheads, mantas, and whale sharks on this unforgettable Red Sea adventure.

    Reef - Wrecks - Manta - Shark - Marina
  • Brothers Islands and Elphinstone

    New information coming soon.

    New information coming soon.
  • North – Northern Wrecks and Reefs

    Explore the northern Red Sea's famous wrecks like Abu Nuhas and WWII relics SS Thistlegorm and Rosalie Moeller. Dive into Ras Mohamed National Park's stunning walls and vibrant reefs, then discover the colorful underwater world off Hurghada. It's a diving adventure packed with iconic sites and rich marine life.

    Marine Life - Reefs - Walls - Pelagic
  • North & Brothers

    This diving safari explores the most famous wrecks of the northern Red Sea, including the stunning Aida II and Numidia at Big Brother’s Island. Numidia, with its vibrant corals, is perfect for reef and wreck enthusiasts, offering chances to spot sharks and pelagics. Dive the four scenic wrecks of Abu Nuhas, known as the Ships’ Graveyard, and the iconic SS Thistlegorm, sunk in 1941 during WWII. This itinerary highlights the key wreck sites likely to be visited during the trip.

    Wrecks - Reefs - Pelagic - Coral
  • North and Tiran

    The Straits of Tiran, off the eastern Sinai Peninsula, separate the Red Sea from the Gulf of Aqaba. Known for thrilling drift dives, they feature deep drop-offs contrasting with shallow reefs and vibrant coral gardens. Explore the colorful walls of Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon Reefs, named after 19th-century English cartographers.

    Reefs - Coral - Walls - Wrecks
  • North, Tiran & Dahab

    Stretching 18 miles, the Straits of Tiran lie on the eastern side of the Sinai Peninsula, dividing the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aqaba. Here, contrasting deep drop-offs and shallow reefs create an exhilarating dive environment. Named after 19th-century English cartographers, Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon reefs offer colorful walls adorned with gorgonians, corals, and algae, inviting exploration by divers.

    Reefs- Gorgonians - Corals - Algae
  • Daedalus & Fury Shoal

    This diving safari covers the coastal section of the southern Red Sea offering stunning diving on a huge variety of reefs, walls as well as hard coral gardens teeming with fish life.

    Reef - Coral - Coastal - Fish

The Red Sea lies between Africa and Asia and is surrounded by desert. The warm waters, minimal rainfall and sunny days attract travellers from all over the world. The diving season is year-round with visibility averaging 30m. From December to February, the nights can be cool, with warm, balmy nights in the summer months. July and August are the hottest months. In winter, there can often be a breeze.

There are over 1200 species of marine life that can be found in the Red Sea, the most common are clown fish, moray, turtles, napoleon, and parrot fish. Add to this world-famous wrecks, sharks, dolphins, pristine corals and even the elusive dugong, and you have a diving destination that has something wonderful around every corner. Reefs team with life, a kaleidoscope of colours sure to impress every diver, with the clear waters attracting underwater photographers along with beginners and those wanting to try their hand at technical diving, and of course shipwreck enthusiasts.

Average temperatures in Summer (April-October):
Air 26-30°c / Sea: 27-31°c

Average temperatures in Winter (November-March):
Air 22-24°c / Sea 23-25°c

Trips depart from either Hurghada Port or Marsa Ghalib. We can arrange flights into both Hurghada Airport and Marsa Alam Airport from a selection of airports in the UK, the flight time is around five and a half hours.

Transfers between the airport and the boat will be included within your package.

A Visa is required for entry into both Hurghada and Marsa Alam.

The Egyptian Pound is the currency in Egypt however euros and sterling are widely accepted in small denominations.
The time difference is GMT + 2 hours.
The calling code is +20
The plug type is C & F / 220v voltage
Please follow this link for up-to-date health advice and details of any vaccinations that are required before travel
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt

Guests on board will enjoy a delicious variety of freshly prepared food served buffet style, featuring bakery items and an array of meat, chicken, fish, pasta, rice, and vegetable dishes, accompanied by salads. Throughout the day, guests can indulge in breakfast, morning snacks, lunch, afternoon snacks, and dinner, with crisps, cakes, biscuits, and fresh fruit available at all times.

Complimentary beverages include mineral water, tea, and coffee, while Nespresso capsules are available for 2 Euros each. Beer and wine can be purchased onboard, priced at 3 Euros per can and 15 Euros per bottle, respectively. The boat is equipped with two service stations and an ice maker. If you have special dietary requests, please inform us in advance, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.

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