Sea Serpent Contessa Liveaboard, Red Sea

Tec-friendly, affordable liveaboard exploring the Red Sea with luxury dive and camera facilities

from$181 /day

per person

Overview

Dive the best of the Red Sea in affordable and comfortable style
Explore world-famous Red Sea wrecks and reefs
An impressive dive deck with camera facilities and two speedy tenders
Rebreather support and free nitrox

The modern M/Y Contessa is a stylish liveaboard offering world-class dive safaris exploring the Red Sea’s best destinations. Affordable without compromising luxury, this dive vessel is the perfect choice for those seeking a five-star Red Sea experience without the heavy price tag. Ideal for recreational divers, tec divers and photographers alike, Contessa won’t disappoint thanks to its fantastic facilities, and easy, luxurious exploration of this legendary region.

Number of cabins:12
Internet:YES
Nitrox:YES
Equipment rental:YES
Guest / Guide:12:1
Group booking discounts

Choose your trip

1Feb 2025
8D / 7N
North
18 dives
from $1,297
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
01 Feb 2025
05:00 PM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
Return
08 Feb 2025
10:00 AM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Nitrox
Night dives
Airport transfers
Fuel surcharge
Port fees
Environmental tax
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €200 per trip
Gratuities - €100 per person
Highlights
Circular itinerary visiting the most eminent wrecks of the Red Sea
Discover the wrecks of Abu Nuhas, including Giannis D and Chrisoula K
Explore the SS Thistlegorm wreck, during the day and at night
Log dives on Shark and Yolanda reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park

Day 1: Arrival and check in. First night spent onboard in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 2: Departure around 08.00-10.00, 2 check dives near Hurghada: Sha’ab el Erg/ Dolphin Reef, possible night dive in Abu Nuhas.

Day 3: 2-3 dives in Abu Nuhas and sailing to Ras Mohammed/Sinai.

Day 4: 2-3 dives in Ras Mohamed/ Shark Reef, Yolanda, possible night dive at the Thistelgorm wreck.

Day 5: 3 dives at Thistlegorm, Shag Rock and Goubal islands, possible night dive.

Day 6: 2 dives at Rosalie Moller or the barge, possible night dive in HRG area.

Day 7: Last 2 dives in HRG area, i.e. Umm Gamar, Mina wreck, Carless Reef. Last night on board will be spent in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 8: Check out after breakfast and by 10.00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
25% deposit - required to secure reservation.
75% balance - due 3 weeks prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 3 weeks before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Between 90 and 65 days before arrival date: 10% of the safari price.
Between 64 and 40 days before arrival date: 25% of the safari price.
Between 39 and 22 days before arrival date: 60% of the safari price.
As of 21 days before arrival date: 100% of the safari price.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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8Feb 2025
8D / 7N
North
18 dives
from $1,297
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
08 Feb 2025
05:00 PM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
Return
15 Feb 2025
10:00 AM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Nitrox
Night dives
Airport transfers
Fuel surcharge
Port fees
Environmental tax
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €200 per trip
Gratuities - €100 per person
Highlights
Circular itinerary visiting the most eminent wrecks of the Red Sea
Discover the wrecks of Abu Nuhas, including Giannis D and Chrisoula K
Explore the SS Thistlegorm wreck, during the day and at night
Log dives on Shark and Yolanda reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park

Day 1: Arrival and check in. First night spent onboard in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 2: Departure around 08.00-10.00, 2 check dives near Hurghada: Sha’ab el Erg/ Dolphin Reef, possible night dive in Abu Nuhas.

Day 3: 2-3 dives in Abu Nuhas and sailing to Ras Mohammed/Sinai.

Day 4: 2-3 dives in Ras Mohamed/ Shark Reef, Yolanda, possible night dive at the Thistelgorm wreck.

Day 5: 3 dives at Thistlegorm, Shag Rock and Goubal islands, possible night dive.

Day 6: 2 dives at Rosalie Moller or the barge, possible night dive in HRG area.

Day 7: Last 2 dives in HRG area, i.e. Umm Gamar, Mina wreck, Carless Reef. Last night on board will be spent in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 8: Check out after breakfast and by 10.00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
25% deposit - required to secure reservation.
75% balance - due 3 weeks prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 3 weeks before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Between 90 and 65 days before arrival date: 10% of the safari price.
Between 64 and 40 days before arrival date: 25% of the safari price.
Between 39 and 22 days before arrival date: 60% of the safari price.
As of 21 days before arrival date: 100% of the safari price.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $1,297 /guest
Per person, diving included
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15Feb 2025
8D / 7N
North
18 dives
from $1,297
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
15 Feb 2025
05:00 PM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
Return
22 Feb 2025
10:00 AM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Nitrox
Night dives
Airport transfers
Fuel surcharge
Port fees
Environmental tax
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €200 per trip
Gratuities - €100 per person
Highlights
Circular itinerary visiting the most eminent wrecks of the Red Sea
Discover the wrecks of Abu Nuhas, including Giannis D and Chrisoula K
Explore the SS Thistlegorm wreck, during the day and at night
Log dives on Shark and Yolanda reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park

Day 1: Arrival and check in. First night spent onboard in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 2: Departure around 08.00-10.00, 2 check dives near Hurghada: Sha’ab el Erg/ Dolphin Reef, possible night dive in Abu Nuhas.

Day 3: 2-3 dives in Abu Nuhas and sailing to Ras Mohammed/Sinai.

Day 4: 2-3 dives in Ras Mohamed/ Shark Reef, Yolanda, possible night dive at the Thistelgorm wreck.

Day 5: 3 dives at Thistlegorm, Shag Rock and Goubal islands, possible night dive.

Day 6: 2 dives at Rosalie Moller or the barge, possible night dive in HRG area.

Day 7: Last 2 dives in HRG area, i.e. Umm Gamar, Mina wreck, Carless Reef. Last night on board will be spent in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 8: Check out after breakfast and by 10.00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
25% deposit - required to secure reservation.
75% balance - due 3 weeks prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 3 weeks before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Between 90 and 65 days before arrival date: 10% of the safari price.
Between 64 and 40 days before arrival date: 25% of the safari price.
Between 39 and 22 days before arrival date: 60% of the safari price.
As of 21 days before arrival date: 100% of the safari price.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $1,297 /guest
Per person, diving included
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22Feb 2025
8D / 7N
North
18 dives
from $1,297
Overview
Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 18
Experience Advanced Open Water - Minimum 30 dives
Insurance Dive and travel insurance required
Transfer details
Departure
22 Feb 2025
05:00 PM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
Return
01 Mar 2025
10:00 AM
Hurghada
Hurghada Airport: HRG
What's included
Meals and snacks
Water, tea and coffee
Soft drinks
Towels and toiletries
Tanks and weights
Nitrox
Night dives
Airport transfers
Fuel surcharge
Port fees
Environmental tax
What's not included
To be paid in advance or onboard
Dive and travel insurance
Optional Extras
To be booked in advance or paid onboard
Single supplement - 80%
Alcoholic drinks
Equipment rental - €200 per trip
Gratuities - €100 per person
Highlights
Circular itinerary visiting the most eminent wrecks of the Red Sea
Discover the wrecks of Abu Nuhas, including Giannis D and Chrisoula K
Explore the SS Thistlegorm wreck, during the day and at night
Log dives on Shark and Yolanda reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park

Day 1: Arrival and check in. First night spent onboard in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 2: Departure around 08.00-10.00, 2 check dives near Hurghada: Sha’ab el Erg/ Dolphin Reef, possible night dive in Abu Nuhas.

Day 3: 2-3 dives in Abu Nuhas and sailing to Ras Mohammed/Sinai.

Day 4: 2-3 dives in Ras Mohamed/ Shark Reef, Yolanda, possible night dive at the Thistelgorm wreck.

Day 5: 3 dives at Thistlegorm, Shag Rock and Goubal islands, possible night dive.

Day 6: 2 dives at Rosalie Moller or the barge, possible night dive in HRG area.

Day 7: Last 2 dives in HRG area, i.e. Umm Gamar, Mina wreck, Carless Reef. Last night on board will be spent in the New Marina Hurghada.

Day 8: Check out after breakfast and by 10.00 latest.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics and local regulations.
Payment & cancellation terms
Payment policy
25% deposit - required to secure reservation.
75% balance - due 3 weeks prior to departure.
Bookings received less than 3 weeks before departure require payment in full to secure reservation.
Cancellation policy
Between 90 and 65 days before arrival date: 10% of the safari price.
Between 64 and 40 days before arrival date: 25% of the safari price.
Between 39 and 22 days before arrival date: 60% of the safari price.
As of 21 days before arrival date: 100% of the safari price.
Special offers or promotions - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Group bookings - separate payment and cancellation terms may apply.
Contact the ZuBlu travel team if you have any questions about payment terms and cancellation.
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from $1,297 /guest
Per person, diving included
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Cabins

Twin cabin - lower deck
Twin beds
2 people
Shareable
Twin cabin - main deck
Twin beds
2 people
Shareable
Double cabin
Double bed
2 people
Non shareable

If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.

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