Blue
Liveaboard
Diving experience
The M/Y Blue was completed in April 2016, boasting an impressive 43 meters in length and 9 meters in width. It's one of the largest and, most importantly, most modern liveaboards in the Red Sea. Its elegant design is matched with a classic interior.
This liveaboard represents a new level of excellence in the Red Sea. It beautifully blends modern European design with Egyptian shipbuilding, giving you that touch of luxury you dream of on vacation, combined with the functionality you'd expect from a dive liveaboard.
CABINS
- 12 cabins with space for a total of 24 guests
Main Deck: 1 Suite
with a double bed
Upper Deck: 4 cabins with sea view – including 2 cabins with double beds, 2 cabins with single beds
Lower Deck: 8 Cabins with single beds
All cabins on the lower deck are brighter than typical cabins, thanks to a special light shaft system. They come with two separate beds, a private bathroom with a shower, toilet, and hairdryer, plus a TV & DVD combo, and individually controlled air conditioning. You'll also find plenty of storage space for your clothes and travel essentials in all cabins.
FACILITIES
- Lounge & Bar: The spacious lounge is located on the main deck of the M/Y Blue. It features a cozy seating area with panoramic views and a bar where you can enjoy a cool drink after your dives.
The lounge also has a flat-screen TV, video, DVD, and a PlayStation 3. - Sun Deck: The M/Y Blue has 2 spacious sun decks, perfect for relaxing and sunbathing.
DINING
- During your dive safari on the M/Y Blue, the ship's chef prepares a variety of delicious meals 3 times a day, served in the welcoming restaurant.
Plus, various snacks are served between dives. Of course, soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee are also available. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased at the bar.
TECHNICAL SPECS
- Completion: April 2016
- Length: 43 meters / Width: 9 meters
- Generators: 1 x 150 KVA + 1x 80 KVA, (380 + 220 Vx) Super Silent
- Engines: 2 x MAN V12 1100hp@2100rpm
- Watermaker: 2 x 7,000l/day
- Compressors: 2 x Bauer K15 900 l/min
- Tenders / Outboards: two 6.2m boats with 85 HP each
SAFETY
- You'll find all the safety essentials on board: VHF – DSC Radio, HG Radio, four portable VHF radios, GMDSS, a GSM phone, internet, the ENOS emergency & location system, fire extinguishers in every cabin and all key areas, two life rafts, lifebuoys, life jackets in every cabin, first aid equipment, a DAN case, and two 50-liter oxygen tanks.
PAYMENT ON BOARD
- Credit Cards: Visa & Mastercard
- Euro, US Dollar, Egyptian Pounds, British Pounds Sterling
Diving is definitely the main focus on the M/Y Blue. They're even breaking new ground in this area!
This includes awesome features like the option to dive with rebreathers.
And for quickly filling your dive tanks, we've got a filling station with 200 and 300 bar, plus a booster pump.
EQUIPMENT
- Dive Deck
Underwater photographers will find plenty of space on our extra-large camera table on the dive deck to take care of their gear, and of course, there's a freshwater rinse tank too!
For dive sites that the M/Y Blue can't reach directly, we have two Zodiacs with 85 HP engines, each fitting 8 divers.
We typically do 3 to 4 dives per day. - Nitrox
Good news! If you're Nitrox certified, you can use it for free! (We're equipped with an NRC Nitrox Membrane System Extreme 15 900 1/Min.)
SAMPLE ROUTES
- North & Wrecks / North & Tiran / North & Brothers
- Brother Island / Brother & Elphinstone / Brother, Daedalus & Elphinstone
- Daedalus & Fury Shoal / Daedalus, Zabargad & Rocky Island
You can check out the detailed itineraries, dates, and availability right below, and feel free to send us your inquiry for your next diving vacation anytime:
Routes and availability
The M/Y Blue takes you on all the most famous and sought-after routes from North to South. Think classic North and Wreck routes, plus the incredible Marine Parks of Brothers, Daedalus, Rocky & Zabargad.
For more detailed info on routes, dates & availability, you can find it in the overview listed above, or feel free to ask anytime via office@maldivesandmore.com.
Here are a few route descriptions:
North & Wrecks
This is probably the most classic of all liveaboard tours offered in the Red Sea. North of Hurghada, the Red Sea splits into two arms: the Gulf of Aqaba and the Gulf of Suez. The Strait of Gubal serves as the entrance to the Gulf of Suez. Since the opening of the Suez Canal, this area has been heavily trafficked. Because of the many reefs and islands, the Strait of Gubal is considered tricky to navigate.
North & Tiran
Just like the North and Wreck liveaboard tours, you'll visit the fascinating wrecks and reefs in the north here. The untouched coral reefs of Tiran are the absolute highlight. Tiran is located at the entrance to the Gulf of Aqaba and consists of four main reefs that form the tip of an underwater bridge to the mainland.
North & Brothers
Get ready to be amazed by the wrecks in the North and the Brother Islands! North of Hurghada, the Red Sea splits into two arms: the Gulf of Aqaba and the Gulf of Suez.
The Strait of Gubal serves as the entrance to the Gulf of Suez. Since the opening of the Suez Canal, this area has been heavily trafficked. Because of the many reefs and islands, the Strait of Gubal is considered tricky to navigate. This has already spelled disaster for many ships.
Who hasn't heard of the 4 wrecks of Abu Nuhas, or the Rosalie Moller and Thistlegorm?
Brother Island
Brothers – the islands, a true icon for every diver. These two islands, exposed right in the middle of the Red Sea, are among the best and most challenging dive sites in the Red Sea. Strong currents here create fantastic flora and fauna. Encounters with sharks and large fish are common here.
Brother & Elphinstone
The Brothers – these two islands are legendary for every diver! Exposed right in the middle of the Red Sea, they're among the best and most challenging dive sites in the Red Sea. Super strong currents create fantastic flora and fauna here. Encounters with sharks and large fish are a daily occurrence. It's truly one of the best liveaboard trips in the Red Sea.
This route, which includes Elphinstone, offers a great chance to spot an oceanic whitetip shark, especially if your trip starts or ends in Port Ghalib.
Daedalus & Fury Shoal
Daedalus is an isolated reef in the open sea, located almost halfway to Saudi Arabia. It's guarded by a lighthouse, which is the only marker on the horizon for many kilometers in every direction. The reef has steep walls, and the east, north, and south sides are perfect for experienced divers. There's a great possibility to see schools of hammerhead sharks in the northeast here!
Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone
Explore three of the most beautiful dive sites in the Red Sea. A great all-around trip for divers with a bit more experience. There's so much to see, you'll be spoiled for choice! This liveaboard offers challenging dives, huge drop-offs, beautiful coral walls, and lots of big fish. Liveaboards to Brother Islands, Daedalus & Elphinstone are a must for all hardcore Red Sea divers!
Daedalus, Zabargad & Rocky Island
This is truly the best of the Red Sea, and it lives up to its name! This tour takes you to the absolute best the Red Sea has to offer, including Elphinstone, Daedalus, Rocky Island, and Zabargad Island. These world-famous dive sites make these liveaboard tours incredibly interesting and totally unique.
(Source: Blue Planet Liveaboards)