PADI Wreck Diver in Hurghada - Price, Duration & Booking

Course overview

Hurghada is one of the world's great wreck-diving bases, and the PADI Wreck Diver specialty here puts you on famous Red Sea hulks such as the Salem Express and the cargo wrecks lying around Abu Nuhas reef. Over four dives you learn to survey, map and safely penetrate wrecks, reading their layout and hazards. You finish certified to explore wreck sites responsibly and with confidence.

What you’ll learn

Survey and map a wreck and plan a safe dive on it
Use penetration lines and reels to keep an exit reference
Recognise wreck hazards such as silt-out, snag points and sharp metal
Apply special equipment, lighting and buoyancy for wreck environments
Research the history and legal considerations of a wreck site
Plan limited, safe penetration within the light zone

Prerequisites

Minimum age 15 (or 12 for the Junior version on shallower wrecks)
PADI Adventure Diver or Advanced Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification)
Comfort with buoyancy control and basic navigation
Diver medical clearance signed by a physician

What's included · What's not

Included

PADI Wreck Diver knowledge development and dive planning
Four wreck dives on Red Sea cargo ships and steamers
Mapping and surveying exercises on a chosen wreck
Reel and guideline penetration technique practice
Specialised buoyancy, finning and light use for wrecks
Equipment rental and instructor guidance
PADI Wreck Diver specialty certification

Not included

Flights and airport transfers
Accommodation
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Gratuities

The PADI Wreck Diver pathway

This is the PADI Wreck Diver specialty. It counts toward the Master Scuba Diver rating and, like all PADI specialties, can be credited as an Advanced Open Water adventure dive if combined with that course.

Where you'll dive in Hurghada

Hurghada day boats reach a wide spread of wrecks, from the large Salem Express to the cluster of cargo ships and steamers resting around Abu Nuhas reef, all in clear, warm water (22-29C). These intact, marine-life-encrusted hulls make ideal real-world classrooms for learning wreck survey and penetration.

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Getting there

Fly into Hurghada (HRG) · 5-7 hours from India.

Where to stay

Hotels and stays near the dive sites, compare rates and book direct.

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day1

Theory & first wrecks

Cover wreck-diving theory and safety, then complete the first two survey and mapping dives on a Red Sea wreck.
Day2

Penetration & certification

Run reel and guideline practice and limited penetration dives on sites such as Abu Nuhas, then certify.

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Frequently asked questions

How many dives does the Wreck specialty include?

The PADI Wreck Diver course includes four wreck dives, during which you cover surveying, mapping, line use and safe limited penetration.

Which wrecks will I dive in Hurghada?

Local boats run to a variety of Red Sea wrecks; the area is known for the large Salem Express and the cargo-ship wrecks clustered around Abu Nuhas reef, with site selection depending on conditions and your certification level.

Do I need Advanced before the Wreck course?

You need PADI Adventure Diver or Advanced Open Water (or equivalent). Good buoyancy matters, since wrecks demand precise positioning to avoid silt and contact.

Is wreck penetration included?

You learn limited penetration within the light zone using guidelines, always keeping a continuous reference to the exit. Deep or full penetration is a separate technical discipline.

When is the best time to dive Hurghada?

Peak season is Mar–May, Sep–Nov, clearest visibility, calmest seas. Shoulder (Jun–Aug) is still good with fewer crowds.

Do Indians need a visa for Egypt?

eVisa. Confirm latest requirements before booking flights.

How long is the flight from India?

5-7 hours · one-way fares around ₹18K-30K.

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