BDE Liveaboard Adventure

Brothers • Daedalus Reef • Elphinstone Reef

Join us for an unforgettable Red Sea liveaboard expedition exploring three of Egypt’s most iconic dive sites: Brothers Islands, Daedalus Reef, and Elphinstone Reef (BDE Route).

This itinerary is designed for experienced divers seeking spectacular walls, thriving coral reefs, pelagic encounters, and some of the most exciting diving the Red Sea has to offer.

Trip Highlights

✅ Brothers Islands
✅ Daedalus Reef
✅ Elphinstone Reef
✅ Minimum 3 dives per day
✅ Possible night dives (weather and site conditions permitting)
✅ Full-board accommodation
✅ Environmental fees included
✅ Professional dive guides
✅ Stunning coral reefs and pelagic marine life

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Typical Diving Program

Day 1 – Arrival & Embarkation

•⁠ ⁠Guest check-in and boat briefing
•⁠ ⁠Cabin allocation
•⁠ ⁠Safety briefing
•⁠ ⁠Dinner on board
•⁠ ⁠Overnight in port or nearby sheltered area

Days 2–6 – Diving Days

Guests will enjoy a minimum of 3 dives per day, with the possibility of additional dives depending on weather, sea conditions, and navigation schedule.

Dive Sites Include:

Brothers Islands

•⁠ ⁠Big Brother
•⁠ ⁠Little Brother
•⁠ ⁠Stunning walls and drop-offs
•⁠ ⁠Famous wrecks
•⁠ ⁠Excellent opportunities for shark encounters

Daedalus Reef

•⁠ ⁠One of the most legendary offshore reefs in the Red Sea
•⁠ ⁠Dramatic walls covered with healthy corals
•⁠ ⁠Frequent sightings of hammerhead sharks
•⁠ ⁠Lighthouse reef exploration

Elphinstone Reef

•⁠ ⁠Spectacular north and south plateaus
•⁠ ⁠Colorful soft corals
•⁠ ⁠Possibility of oceanic whitetip sharks
•⁠ ⁠Excellent drift diving

Night Dives

Several night dives may be offered during the trip depending on:

•⁠ ⁠Weather conditions
•⁠ ⁠Sea state
•⁠ ⁠Navigation schedule
•⁠ ⁠Local regulations and dive site suitability

Safety will always be the primary consideration.

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Marine Life You May Encounter

•⁠ ⁠Hammerhead Sharks
•⁠ ⁠Oceanic Whitetip Sharks
•⁠ ⁠Grey Reef Sharks
•⁠ ⁠Thresher Sharks
•⁠ ⁠Napoleon Wrasse
•⁠ ⁠Tuna
•⁠ ⁠Barracuda
•⁠ ⁠Giant Trevallies
•⁠ ⁠Moray Eels
•⁠ ⁠Turtles
•⁠ ⁠Dolphins
•⁠ ⁠Anthias and reef fish schools

Marine life sightings can never be guaranteed as they depend on natural conditions.

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Included in the Price

✔ Accommodation onboard in shared cabin
✔ Full-board meal plan
✔ Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, tea, coffee, water, and soft drinks
✔ Minimum 3 dives per day
✔ Dive guide services
✔ Tanks and weights
✔ Environmental fees
✔ Marine park permits (if applicable)
✔ Port fees and local taxes

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Not Included

✘ Diving equipment rental
✘ Nitrox fills
✘ Crew gratuities (tips)
✘ Alcoholic beverages
✘ Flights and transfers unless specified ( Hurghada airport included in price )
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Diving insurance

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Recommended Equipment

•⁠ ⁠Dive certification card
•⁠ ⁠Logbook
•⁠ ⁠SMB (Surface Marker Buoy)
•⁠ ⁠Dive computer
•⁠ ⁠Torch for night dives
•⁠ ⁠Personal dive equipment

Rental equipment may be available upon request.

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Safety Requirements

•⁠ ⁠Advanced Open Water certification recommended
•⁠ ⁠Minimum logged dives recommended for offshore diving
•⁠ ⁠Divers should be comfortable with deep and drift diving conditions
•⁠ ⁠Dive computer mandatory
•⁠ ⁠Follow guide instructions at all times

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Important Notes

The itinerary may be adjusted according to:

•⁠ ⁠Weather conditions
•⁠ ⁠Sea conditions
•⁠ ⁠Port authority instructions
•⁠ ⁠Safety considerations

The Captain and Cruise Director reserve the right to modify the route when necessary to ensure guest safety and comfort.

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Experience the Best of the Red Sea

The Brothers, Daedalus, and Elphinstone route is considered one of the finest liveaboard itineraries in the world, combining breathtaking reef systems, dramatic underwater landscapes, and incredible pelagic encounters.

Get ready for an unforgettable week of adventure beneath the surface of the Red Sea.