Highlights

Comfortable 40m liveaboard designed for stability and space, with generous sundecks, relaxing lounge areas, and well-equipped dive facilities.
Well-structured itineraries suitable for experienced divers, combining exhilarating drift dives, deep walls, and vibrant coral reefs across Egypt’s Red Sea.
Red Sea classics including world-famous sites such as Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone and the wrecks of Abu Nuhas, offering a perfect mix of reefs, walls, and historic dives.
Encounters with iconic marine life such as oceanic whitetip sharks, hammerheads, dolphins, turtles, and large schools of barracuda and jacks.
✅ Certified by Egypt’s CDWS (Chamber of Diving and Water Sports) and fully compliant with legal and safety standards.

About MY Andromeda

Welcome aboard the MY Andromeda, a stunning liveaboard that navigates the breathtaking waters of the Red Sea. This top-quality yacht is designed for comfort and stability, featuring spacious sundecks, relaxing lounge areas, and well-equipped dive facilities. With itineraries that include renowned sites like Brothers, Daedalus, and Elphinstone, divers can expect exhilarating drift dives, deep walls, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with life.

Dive into an underwater paradise where encounters with iconic marine species await. From majestic oceanic whitetip sharks and hammerheads to playful dolphins and vibrant schools of barracuda, the Red Sea offers a rich tapestry of marine biodiversity. After a day of diving, unwind in the dedicated shisha room for a unique evening experience. With full board included and a range of amenities, the MY Andromeda ensures a memorable adventure on the high seas.

Routes & departures

Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone7 nights · 20 dives · 1 Departures

1
Day 1
Arrival, transfer to the boat, and overnight stay onboard in the harbour. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforseeable factors.
2
Day 2
Sail out in the morning for two day dives and one night dive. No night diving is permitted at the National Park islands in Egypt.
3
Day 3
3 day dives and 1 night dive per day
4
Day 4
5
Day 5
6
Day 6
7
Day 7
2 day dives, returning to the harbour after the second dive, night spent onboard in the harbour. The last night may be spent in a hotel if necessary because of the itinerary of the following tour.
8
Day 8
Transfer to the airport, departure Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. The maximum depth for diving in Egypt on compressed air and nitrox (if suitably qualified) is 40 meters Divers must now have their diving license (hard copy or digital) with them every day that they are on the boat when diving in Egypt. You WILL NOT be able to go onto the boat without it and the Chamber of Diving and Watersports (CDWS) will be doing checks on the jetty.

Departures · 1

Date	nights	from	Spots
Oct 31, 2026 – Nov 7, 2026	7	EUR 947	16 left

South7 nights · 20 dives

1
Day 1
Arrival, transfer to the boat, and overnight stay onboard in the harbour. Please Note: This is a sample itinerary and nº of dives, dive sites, etc. may be subject to change due to weather conditions and other unforseeable factors.
2
Day 2
Sail out in the morning for two day dives and one night dive. No night diving is permitted at the National Park islands in Egypt.
3
Day 3
3 day dives and 1 night dive per day
4
Day 4
5
Day 5
6
Day 6
7
Day 7
2 day dives, returning to the harbour after the second dive, night spent onboard in the harbour. The last night may be spent in a hotel if necessary because of the itinerary of the following tour.
8
Day 8
Transfer to the airport, departure Unfortunately our trip has come to an end and we have to say goodbye, but we hope to see you again soon!

Good to know

Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to return home from your trip It is your responsibility to review and meet the vaccination requirements and visa/immigration requirements for the countries you're visiting Dive accident insurance (to include medical evacuation) is mandatory for everyone who dives: it's your responsibility to have adequate cover in place and to bring your certificate as proof All diving passengers must provide their dive certification card and their logbook: you will be unable to dive unless you can prove you meet the boat's minimum certification level Dive computers are mandatory: please bring your own or arrange with us in advance to rent one Please remember it is your responsibility to ensure you are fit to dive: some liveaboards require you to produce a medical certificate, often dated under two years or under a year, proving you can dive safely Itinerary and number of dives are indicative and subject to weather conditions and may change in advance, and during, your trip - safety will always come first. Itinerary changes do not give you the right to cancel your trip Taxes, levies, or surcharges, if applicable, are indicated in the Online Booking System during the checkout process for informational purposes. Supplements, government taxes, marine park fees, fuel surcharges, harbour fees, rental equipment and other upgrades or surcharges are subject to change at any time pre-booking or post-booking. These changes can be driven by local conditions, extreme weather, changes to government policy, operator decisions, oil prices, or other factors. Changes are outside PADI Travel's control and travelers are responsible to pay any increases. A change in these fees or surcharges does not grant travelers the right to cancel a reservation or dispute the surcharges. We recommend you buy travel and trip cancellation insurance (to include storm coverage where appropriate) Ensure you bring suitable electrical adaptors for the country or countries you are visiting In case of a rescheduled booking or a rebooking to a new dive operator, any payments made for the original booking are non-refundable. Beyond that the cancellation terms apply. Travelers are responsible to be aware of covid travel guidelines, local rules, and procedures for the country they are travelling to and to maintain up to date knowledge of any changes regarding entry requirements or local guidelines. Changes with regard to entry requirements to a country are outside of the control of PADI Travel. As such, customers do not have the right to cancel or seek reimbursement if unable to travel due to any updates to a country's entry requirement, airline flights, or other similar situations. PADI Travel Packages do not include travel insurance. PADI Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase travel insurance. The Service Provider has the right to operate outside of the standard terms and conditions set out in the booking for rescheduled trips. Standard cancellation policies will not apply to rescheduled trips. The Service Provider reserves the right to make any amendments to booked packages prior to trip dates or during trip dates due to, but not limited to, covid related issues or changing restrictions. The maximum depth for diving in Egypt on compressed air and nitrox (if suitably qualified) is 40 meters Divers must now have their diving license (hard copy or digital) with them every day that they are on the boat when diving in Egypt. You WILL NOT be able to go onto the boat without it and the Chamber of Diving and Watersports (CDWS) will be doing checks on the jetty.

What's included

✓ Free WiFi
✓ Weight Belt/Weights/Tank(s)
✓ Transfer from/to the airport (round-trip, scheduled times only)
✓ Water
✓ Tea
✓ Coffee
✓ Snacks between meals and after dives
✓ Dive guides

✕ Offset your carbon emissions & preserve reef biodiversity with the SeaGrass Grow Program
✕ Marine Park/Port Fees
✕ Satellite phone call (per minute)
✕ Local beer & wine
✕ Alcohol
✕ 15% Local GST (on onboard purchases)
✕ 15 liter tanks (pre-paid)
✕ Pre-paid Nitrox Package

Marine life

LionfishBarracudaNapoleon fishGrouperScorpionfishWhitetip reef sharkBlacktip reef sharkHammerhead sharkEagle rayManta rayDolphins

Facilities & amenities

Wi-Fi (free)Nitrox ($)Rental Equipment ($)

Reviews · 2

★ 52 guest reviews

★ 5 · Sameer Oundhakar · 2024-04-23
Wonderful experience diving at Farasan Banks with MY Andromeda. Getting to Saudi is straightforward with tourist visas available online. Arrival at Jeddah airport went smoothly. We were lucky that there were only 6 of us on the liveaboard and we made good friends by the time we left. The boat itself is comfortable and in good condition. All the crew including the dive guides and the boat crew were very helpful and made our stay and diving very comfortable. Special thanks to Sabri, our dive guide! Diving in Farasan banks was fantastic. The dive sites were pristine and we were the only boat on site most of the days. The dive sites were varied, the corals were in good condition and the fish life was abundant. Most dives were on the edges of plateaus near drop offs. Diving conditions were good and while most dives were around 30 meters, the diving conditions weren't that difficult. Booking through PADI travel was smooth and they were helpful in resolving some hiccups that came up. Special thanks to Íasamar for managing our entire trip. In short, diving at the Farasan Banks with MY Andromeda is highly recommended!

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