Top Scuba Dive Shops in South Sinai Governorate

XDI-Club Red is not only a 5 Star Dive Centre. We are a Family, that shares one powerful passion. Passion for amazing underwater experiences, modern diving technology and top educational standards.

If you're interested in serious diving and perfect dive services, feel free to join us in Technical and Recreational diving and courses, Nitrox dives, and various dive trips. 

Our instructors are highly trained and experienced professionals with plenty of local knowledge.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.

• Prime location next to the most famous dives sites
• A resort created for divers needs
• Daniela House reef and coral plat form protected by the National park
• Dive team with 20+ years of experience
• More than 56 dive profiles in Dahab and surrounding National Parks: Ras Abou Galoum and Nabq (by: pick-up / safari jeep / Camels / speed boat / Daily diving boat)
• Full range of PADI recreational training available
• Dedicated training and excellent PADI instructors and guides
• Combination of water and desert activities (famous camel dive safari)
• Daniela Diving Center is one of the most well-known & experienced dive center in Dahab.

Daniela Diving Center is a PADI 5* dive resort located on-site at Daniela Hotel & Diving Center, 3 km down the coast from Dahab and 50 meters from the sea.

Boasting a 130 km house reef, the dive center is great for convenient shore diving. All transportation between the dive center and the best dive sites in Dahab is included in the costs of diving, and no trip takes longer than a few minutes. 

The reefs around Dahab are jam packed full of colorful life. Common sights include giant morays sticking thier heads out of crevices, friendly sea turtles mulling around in the seagrass or schools made up of thousands of orange or silver fish. 

Red Sea Marine was established to provide a genuinely high quality scuba diving club in Sharm el-Sheikh. 

Our passion for excellence is what has driven us from the beginning and still drives us now.  In fact, it’s what makes us tick.

Red Sea Marine Diving Center teaches diving for divers of all levels from beginners to professional, including specialty courses such as Nitrox, deep diving, wreck diving etc.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO 24803:2017 specifies requirements for service providers in the field of recreational scuba diving to ensure your diving safety.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.

A circle stands for safety and security… and nothing is more important when you go diving! We are one team, one big family. We aim at high quality, personalized diving and we hope to give you an amazing time and an experience that lingers long in your memory.

Circles are omnipresent in our lives. The moon, the sun, and the earth are circles. Even the blood that flows in our body is in constant circulation to maintain life, and the bubbles we exhale while diving also look like circles. In other words: Life itself is a circle. 

Dahab was once an isolated coastal village inhabited only by the local Bedouin. Dahab's isolated location, idyllic setting and laid-back atmosphere make it a favorite destination for all who discover it.

Located approximately 80 km north of Sharm el Sheikh, today’s Dahab has evolved into an "alternative resort" – the home of independent and adventurous travellers, but also with some more up market resorts and hotels. For most people, this mix is part of Dahab's charm as it means "everyone is welcome".

Join the original Red Sea Tribe and plan your next scuba diving holiday in Dahab, Egypt. And you can take your first step to the underwater world and learn to dive in Dahab with the best team in town. 

Red Sea Tribe Provides: 

• PADI diving courses from beginners to pro. level. 
• Guided fun dives to the best dive sites in Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh. 
• Boat trips in Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh. 
• Freediving courses and training.

Sea Dancer is a family run business and offers a true feeling of being part of a family. Many of our staff have been with us for many years (even decades!) and all new staff are taught the ‘Sea Dancer way’ of doing things! Furthermore, we have the best possible location, right on the beach front in the middle of Dahab Bay with some fantastic diving just a few meters from our door.

By giving you the best quality diver training and fun diving possible, our mission is to make your holiday in Dahab one of the best experiences of your life!

Whether you want to learn to dive, advance your training or just enjoy the beautiful sea life around Sinai, our multi-lingual, professional staff are here to ensure you get the most from your diving experience. 

For your non-diving friends and “off-gassing” days, check out the ‘Activities Around Dahab’ section to find information about snorkelling, desert trips, mountain trekking, quad biking and other fun things to do without a tank on your back.

We hope to see you here diving and having fun with us very soon!

Scuba Seekers was born to introduce people to the world of diving in a safe, fun and educational way. We believe that diving should be a lot of fun, but that teaching people to be good divers isn’t something that should be rushed. Dive training takes the time it takes and education about the underwater environment is just as important as learning about the equipment and skills.

At Scuba Seekers every member of our dive team shares the same vision – We want to become the pioneers of quality diving, environmentally friendly and life changing underwater experiences in the Red Sea.

We strive to serve our customers with the most technically secure equipment and with a highly talented and professional team. Our guides and instructors aim to deliver  life-changing diving experiences, while preserving and developing our local Red Sea environment.

We want every one of our students to leave us as a happy, skilled, knowledgeable and, above all, safe diver.

As well as diver training, we also offer guided dives, where we explore all the sub aquatic adventures, that Dahab has to offer and regularly run diving safari trips, catering to divers of all levels.

If you are an instructor or dive club, and want to bring your groups to Dahab, we can offer our facilities and help with logistics, accommodation, equipment and whatever else you need.

Established in 2000, Black Rock Dive Centre is a fully accredited PADI 5-star Intructor Development Centre (IDC).

Anthias Divers is a European owned and managed 5* PADI Instructor Development dive centre located at the Fayrouz Resort on the beachfront in the heart of Na’ama Bay, Sharm el Sheikh.

We specialise in tailor made diving packages for groups and solo divers, in addition to families with children and buddy teams. We offer courses from PADI Discover Scuba Diving (“try dive”) all the way through to Instructor level courses. 

Having been active in the Red Sea for over 20 years, we pride ourselves on being THE FRIENDLY DIVE CENTRE with a personal touch.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.

Scorpion Dive Club was established to provide a genuinely high quality scuba diving club in Sharm el-Sheikh.

Our passion for excellence is what has driven us from the beginning and still drives us now.  In fact, it’s what makes us tick.

Scorpion Dive Club teaches diving for divers of all levels from beginners to professional, including specialty courses such as Nitrox, deep diving, wreck diving etc.

A circle stands for safety and security… and nothing is more important when you go diving! We are one team, one big family. We aim at high quality, personalized diving and we hope to give you an amazing time and an experience that lingers long in your memory.

Circles are omnipresent in our lives. The moon, the sun, and the earth are circles. Even the blood that flows in our body is in constant circulation to maintain life, and the bubbles we exhale while diving also look like circles. In other words: Life itself is a circle. 

Story Divers Diving Center - Sharm el Sheikh, is a place for you to create underwater memories and share experiences with other divers. Whether you’re a beginner diver or an expert diver, we are looking forward to accompanying you on your journey. Following the highest safety standards and regulations, we provide our divers with a secure environment for them to learn diving skills and practice their passion.

Reef Oasis Dive Club is a PADI Dive Centre Located in Three different Hotels around the Sharm El Sheikh Resort area. We Organize Try Dives , Scuba Diving Courses and Dive Trips to different places around the area.

Can you imagine being in Dahab this tropical location, between 4 of the 15 protected areas in Egypt?

1. The RAS Mohamed national park (declared in 1983).
2. The Nabq managed resource-protected area (declared in 1992).
3. The Abu Galum managed resource-protected area declared in 1992).
4. The Saint Katherine protected area (declared in 1987).

Diving in crystal clear water surrounded by brightly colored coral and fish. You and your buddy put on your dive equipment to enter the water and explore the wonders of marine life in the Red Sea, one of the best dive destinations in the world.

Or you could be off exploring the shipwreck of Thistelgorm, visit the national park of RAS Mohamed - the first Egyptian national park. Declared in 1983 with an area of 97km, it has since grown to an area of 480km.

You're ready for anything because you've invested in the right training and have gained valuable hands-on experience. Is being prepared for worth it? You bet! We are here to guide you in the Right direction.

Join Our Daily Guided Shore Dives, Camel Diving Safari, Boat Safari and all PADI Courses Up to Dive Master.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.

Reef Oasis Dive Club is a PADI Dive Centre Located in Two different Hotels around the Sharm El Sheikh Resort area. We Organize Try Dives , Scuba Diving Courses and Dive Trips to different places around the area.

PADI Dive Resort based in a quiet location right by the Lighthouse in the heart of Dahab.

Just a few minutes from the main bay with all its restaurants and bazaars. The perfect location for Diving in Dahab!

Once you check in at Dahab Divers Lodge you will get an orientation briefing of Dahab and the Dive Center facilities. The sitting area under a wooden shade with ceiling fans, surrounded by some beautiful plants invites the divers to stay, chill out and have some good laughs and conversations after a great day diving. Another opportunity to relax, write your logbook or study some dive theory, is the Bedouin seating area in front of the small kitchen.

We limit the amount of divers to a maximum of six per dive-guide and we make sure that everyone in the group has about the same level of dive experience.

Our facilities provide new and well maintained dive equipment and gets serviced regularly, just like our on site BAUER compressor.

A big rinsing pool with separate pools for booties and regulators as well as lockers and hangers for your dive gear are provided. Furthermore we offer a 24 hour security service.

The spacious classroom for the dive theory sessions is equipped with fan, TV and dvd player, PADI materials and a whiteboard.

The experienced dive team at Dahab Divers Lodge is not only FUN and knowledgeable but considering safety first, all our dive staff are medic first aid trained. We are also extremely approachable for any questions or requests, diving- or non-diving related, to make sure your Dahab holiday is just what you were looking for.

The location close to the Lighthouse allows us to kit up in the Dive Center, load the gear on a trolly and in no time we can descent and enjoy the stunning marine life of the Lighthouse Reef. This is especially comfortable if you have not been diving for a while and need a Scuba Review, or if you are participating in a PADI entry level course, as there is a perfect confined area to learn or refresh your diving skills in a safe environment with pool like conditions.

Also non- divers are welcome to join us on a day out to just chill out in the sun in one of the laid back Bedouin Restaurants. If you are interested in snorkeling you will certainly get a separate briefing from our dive professional and also some advice on techniques and where to find the most interesting marine life.

We at Dahab Divers Lodge are passionate about diving and the underwater world and want to share this passion with our guests. We are aiming at educating our divers to become the advocates of this beautiful and fragile environment. We encourage safe diving techniques, responsible behavior, awareness and sustainability in and out of the water. We frequently organize beach and underwater clean ups inspired by PADIs Project A.W.A.R.E (Aquatic World Awareness Responsibility and Education).

Desert Divers is Dahab’s main center for diving & desert adventures in the Sinai.

It is a PADI 5* Dive Resort and Freediving Center, home of the Camel Diving Safari, Deep Desert Safaris and rock climbing in the Sinai. This is a great choice for anyone looking to keep busy on their dive vacation!

The center has well-maintained equipment and access to a range of excellent dive sites right off the shore.

Peter, manager, technical instructor and medical doctor, diving since 1978, has experience from technical and cave diving expeditions to Cuba, Mexico, Tanzania, Zaire, Philippines, Europe and of course Red Sea, as well, from Egypt throu Sudan to Yemen.

Our partner "Sheikh" Mohammed has 15 year experience in the Sinai and his knowledge about diving and traveling in Sinai, makes our diving center most outstanding. Management at our diving center can guarantee a usual high European standard of service and East European hospitality.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.

Shamandura Diving was founded 15 years ago with the deep passion for the red sea. It was created to give something different to the divers. Our centers are located in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Inside the four star Club Reef Hotel, Labranda Tower Bay hotel, tamra beach resort as well as Coral Beach Montazah Hotel.

Koh Similan - Part of the pleasure of diving these sites is the knowledge that the reefs are among the most biodiverse in the region, while they are close enough to deep water that large open-water creatures often pay visits as well. What better diversion from a fascinating examination of a mantis shrimp lying in ambush for crab than to look up and see a whale shark - the biggest fish in the world, yet harmless - or a majestic manta ray silhouetted against the sun?
Koh Similan - enjoys the reputation of being one of the top 10 diving destinations in the world, given their rich marine life, varied bottom topography, excellent visibility, and numerous dive sites, both shallow and deep. These 9 tiny islands (10, if you count Koh Bon, another excellent dive spot 30 km north of the Similans) lie about 85 km northwest of Phuket.

Aquarius Diving – Your Diving Center in Sharm El Sheikh offers PADI Scuba Diving Courses ( from beginner level and up ). PADI Specialty courses and PADI Pro Courses. We also organize daily dive trips for certified divers wanting to explore Sharm El Sheikh reefs. Snorkelers are also welcome. We are a fully equipmentx facility. Our dive boats are controlled by experienced captains guaranteeing your safety and all our staff are PADI certified divers. 

We organize our diving trips on demand. We are proud to say, that when choosing the spots, we always make a decision upon the wishes of our guests. Individuality is one of our main concerns.
Our guiding principle is: Diving without a hassle and without any stress

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.

Within the main Resort we have our very own PADI Instructor Development Dive School, holder of three "Recognition of Excellence" Awards. Our Senior Instructor, Jordan Topkoski is a PADI IDC Staff Instructor with over 12 years experience teaching diving in Europe and on the Red Sea. Joining Jordan we have a team of highly experienced International and Egyptian Instructors. We offer diver training from beginner through to Instructor as well as freediving and snorkeling activities. Daily guided diving trips are offered to over 20 spectacular local sites and we also run regular trips to outlying sites inaccessible by road with our very own dive boat the Romy Star.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

Red Sea Relax is an accredited member of CDWS and the European Underwater Federation (EUF) which certifies us as having met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving quality management.

With visibility at 20-30m the clear and pristine water is usually also warm. Enjoy and explore some of the most exciting dive spots in the world - Kingston, Thistlegorm, Dunraven. Then unwind with a soothing massage and spa treatments, enjoy delicious fresh meals and rest in luxurious accommodation aboard the MY Whirlwind.

About the MY Whirlwind

The MY Whirlwind is 118 feet (36m) long and 26 feet (8m) wide. To ensure your dive safari holiday becomes a memorable experience, every aspect of MY Whirlwind's design, itinerary and menu have received detailed attention. The diving, the leisure activities and the luxury and comfort found aboard the MY Whirlwind easily compare to those of any hotel on land.

The liveaboard is a charming Yacht, build for those who want to unveil the hidden treasures of the Brothers. The MY Whirlwind's itineraries were arranged so the dive sites can be visited at the perfect time. Moreover, it differentiates itself from other liveaboards by providing the best in personalized accommodation, services and facilities. The ships owners are convinced that great food is an absolute must for any liveaboard experience. After all, a delicious snack or dinner made with love and devotion will ensure that there is enough power for the next underwater adventure. Instead of the predominant liveaboard food, the MY Whirlwind serves a buffet, an a la carte menu or its fine cuisine. They are also providing snacks all day.

Nitrox certification and technical diving can be booked to expand one's skill set. For friends of technical diving, they provide technical diving courses (technical diving). Nitrox is available at an extra charge. They also offer rental equipment. Airport transfert can be booked in advance for an extra charge.

Their safety equipment includes first aid kits, vhf radio, emergency oxygen kit, lifejackets and emergency positioning radio beacon.

About the team

There are 2 dive professionals on board, who will ensure that the guests have a great diving experience. The boat's main language is English.

HOW TO GET THERE

Please refer to logistics section of each itinerary to find detailed info on how to get there.

Our dive centre is integrated into our hotel. We take great care to offer safe diving and we adhere strictly to the rules of the Egyptian Diving Federation. For this reason we only offer dives up to a maximum depth of 30 metres. Dives at our own house reef are possible without a guide. We take special care of inexperienced divers, without extra charges. Therefore our dive-groups never have more than six persons.

The camel dive-safari has become a star attraction at INMO. The 1 to 3 day trip takes you to the almost untouched dive sites of Gabr el Bint or Abu Galloom, which are only accessible by camel.

You will travel in groups of at least 4 divers and learn about both the daily life of the Bedouins of Sinai and the fantastic underwater world.

One-day tours can be booked at the hotel. For 3 or more days tours we recommend booking in advance. Camel dive safaris are all-inclusive and full board. You will sleep on mattresses under the stars or in a Bedouin hut.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.

Aquarium Red Sea is a well established leading Red Sea diving operator, internationally recognised for our highly standards of quality, safety, environmental awareness, professionalism and value offering a full range of PADI dive courses, dive trips and liveaboards.

Aquafun is a professional 5 star PADI diving center with extensive experience in 5 star facilities. 

Passion & commitment – Diving is our passion rather than just a business! We are fully committed to high safety standards and to protect the environment and marine life.

Best location in Sharm – We are located at Hilton Waterfalls Hotel, in Sharm El Sheikh centric Hadaba area, only 10 mins driving from the marina and to the old market. The center is situated by the beach on a cliff for a breath-taking sea view, a quick access to the coral reef and a large swimming pool.

Dive Urge is committed to a responsible ethos with its diver and fish friendly 4-1 ratios. This means whether you are on a course or doing guided dives we provide a PADI Instructor for every 4 divers; thus reducing the impact on the environment as well as enhancing your dive holiday experience.

Dahab is a place of great beauty both above and below water, with the bare mountains making a dramatic backdrop to the teeming life just under the surface. Dahab is the closest warm water diving to the UK, all the dives are shore based, which makes the pace easier and allows for non diving partners to also enjoy their holidays too.

We have 4 garden rooms, 2 sea view twins and 2 sea view suites set in the grounds of Dive Urge and catered for by our in-house restaurant Food Urge. Dive Urge is 5 or ten minutes walk (depending on Dahab or UK speed) from the main bay, but far away enough to see the stars and enjoy the stars and peace.

Management Response from Dive Urge:

Many thanks to all who have posted such nice reviews of our club, Dive Urge. We are very proud to have made people enjoy their holidays so much. Best Fishes from the Dive Urge crew.

CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Watersports)

We are an accredited member of CDWS. All CDWS member dive operators have met ISO standards EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for diving to ensure your diving safety.