Egypt · Red Sea

Hurghada

Cheaper Red Sea base · daily-boat reefs · dolphin houses

5-7 hours
Flight from India
eVisa
Entry
30
Dive sites
22-29°C
Water temp
SSI+PADI
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Courses you can take in Hurghada

22 courses (PADI & SSI) bookable through iDive partner schools · zero agency fee.

22 courses
PADI Discover Scuba course in Hurghada

Discover Scuba

PADI certified · 1 day

Your first breath underwater — no certification or experience needed.

SSI Discover Scuba course in Hurghada

Discover Scuba

SSI certified · 1 day

Your first breath underwater — no certification or experience needed.

PADI Scuba Diver course in Hurghada

Scuba Diver

PADI certified · 2 days

A faster entry-level certification — dive to 12m with a professional.

SSI Scuba Diver course in Hurghada

Scuba Diver

SSI certified · 2 days

A faster entry-level certification — dive to 12m with a professional.

PADI Open Water Diver course in Hurghada

Open Water Diver

PADI certified · 3 days

The world's most popular scuba certification — dive independently to 18m.

SSI Open Water Diver course in Hurghada

Open Water Diver

SSI certified · 3 days

The world's most popular scuba certification — dive independently to 18m.

PADI Advanced Open Water course in Hurghada

Advanced Open Water

PADI certified · 2 days

Five adventure dives including deep and navigation — extend your range to 30m.

SSI Advanced Open Water course in Hurghada

Advanced Open Water

SSI certified · 2 days

Five adventure dives including deep and navigation — extend your range to 30m.

PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Hurghada

Enriched Air (Nitrox)

PADI certified · 1 day

Dive longer with enriched air — the most popular specialty in diving.

SSI Enriched Air (Nitrox) course in Hurghada

Enriched Air (Nitrox)

SSI certified · 1 day

Dive longer with enriched air — the most popular specialty in diving.

PADI Deep Diver course in Hurghada

Deep Diver

PADI certified

Extend your depth limit to 40m and learn deep-dive planning.

SSI Deep Diver course in Hurghada

Deep Diver

SSI certified

Extend your depth limit to 40m and learn deep-dive planning.

PADI Wreck Diver course in Hurghada

Wreck Diver

PADI certified · 2 days

Explore shipwrecks safely — surveying, mapping and penetration lines.

SSI Wreck Diver course in Hurghada

Wreck Diver

SSI certified · 2 days

Explore shipwrecks safely — surveying, mapping and penetration lines.

PADI Night Diver course in Hurghada

Night Diver

PADI certified · 2 days

Discover the reef after dark, when nocturnal marine life comes alive.

SSI Night Diver course in Hurghada

Night Diver

SSI certified · 2 days

Discover the reef after dark, when nocturnal marine life comes alive.

PADI Fun Dives course in Hurghada

Fun Dives

PADI certified · 5 days

Guided fun dives for certified divers — single, double or multi-day.

SSI Fun Dives course in Hurghada

Fun Dives

SSI certified · 5 days

Guided fun dives for certified divers — single, double or multi-day.

PADI Rescue Diver course in Hurghada

Rescue Diver

PADI certified · 3 days

Prevent and manage dive emergencies — the most rewarding course you will take.

SSI Rescue Diver course in Hurghada

Rescue Diver

SSI certified · 3 days

Prevent and manage dive emergencies — the most rewarding course you will take.

PADI Divemaster course in Hurghada

Divemaster

PADI certified · 4-6

Your first professional rating — lead certified divers and assist courses.

SSI Divemaster course in Hurghada

Divemaster

SSI certified · 4-6

Your first professional rating — lead certified divers and assist courses.

Dive trips to Hurghada

1 curated expedition visiting Hurghada, fixed dates, small groups, vetted partner operators, zero agency fee.

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When to dive in Hurghada

Peak months mean clearest visibility, best marine sightings and stable weather. Shoulder is still good. Off-season often has rough conditions or monsoon.

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What you'll see in Hurghada

Marine life you can spot diving here. Click any creature to find trips that target sightings of it.

Plan your dive trip to Hurghada

Once your diving is sorted, book the rest of the trip. We've matched flights, stays, things to do and local transport to Hurghada so you can plan it all in one place.

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.

Things to do topside

Tours, day trips and experiences for your non-diving days.

Airport transfers & getting around

No ride-hailing app operates here — hotels and dive centres arrange airport/boat transfers. We can pre-book one for you.

About diving in Hurghada

Hurghada is the value-for-money Red Sea, with good daily reefs, dolphin house dives, and cheaper liveaboards.

What pulls divers to Hurghada: Cheaper Red Sea base · daily-boat reefs · dolphin houses.

Diving conditions are typically calm, with water temperatures around 22-29°C.

It's a particularly strong fit for budget divers, families, liveaboard lovers.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive in Hurghada?
Peak season is Mar–May, Sep–Nov — clearest visibility, calmest seas, best marine sightings. Shoulder months (Jun–Aug) are still good with thinner crowds. Avoid Jan–Feb, Dec unless you are chasing specific seasonal species.
Do Indians need a visa for Egypt?
eVisa. Always confirm latest requirements with the embassy before booking flights.
How long is the flight from India and what does it cost?
Flights from major Indian cities are typically 5-7 hours, with one-way fares around ₹18K-30K. We can help you find the cheapest dates around your dive trip.
What can I see underwater in Hurghada?
Year-round you will see Spinner Dolphin, Bottlenose Dolphin, Hawksbill Turtle, Green Turtle, Napoleon Wrasse. Seasonal highlights: Whale Shark (May–Aug); Oceanic Manta Ray (Jun–Nov).

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