Diving In The Red Sea

Diving in the Red Sea is an incredible adventure. With visibility up to 45m, warm water temperatures, a great climate and an array of tropical fish, dolphins and reefs to discover, snorkelling just doesn't do it justice. Revel in the underwater world and appreciate the wide variety of dive sites and attractions within this exceptional part of the world, a major reason why Sharm el-Sheikh has become such a popular holiday destination. It is important to entrust a diving centre that not only offers knowledge and experience, but also has an excellent reputation, a good range of resources and facilities, and the enthusiasm to teach. These are just some of the reasons why we have chosen the Red Sea Diving College, (located on the beachfront of Naama Bay), a PADI 5* Centre and holders of the PADI 'Excellence in Dive Centres Award'. The Red Sea Diving College provides tuition and instruction to an excellent standard, and every effort is made to keep the divers-to-instructor ratio as low as possible. Below are a range of courses and days out to suit all ages and levels of ability. We are providing an opportunity to book at the time of reservation for a £5 non-refundable deposit, with the equivalent in Euros to be deducted from the total amounts below. This secures your place and enables us to make the necessary arrangements before you travel. The costs listed below will be payable locally. The possibilities are endless — have fun! Diving is also available (only bookable locally) in Hurghada and Taba.

PADI Open Water Course — €320
An opportunity to become a qualified diver with PADI certificate and recognition. This qualification entitles you to dive all over the world to a maximum of 18m. Consists of three elements: 5 theory modules, 5 confined water dives, and 4 open water dives. Age restriction of 15yrs+, the Junior Open Water is 10yrs+. Shuttle bus & all necessary equipment are included. Certification fee is approx. £30 payable locally.

PADI Advanced Open Water Course — €220
Designed for students who have completed the PADI Open Water Course or any other entry level diving course to expand their diving experiences and build on knowledge already attained. Includes 2 core dives and 3 electives chosen from a list, one of which will be up to 30m. Applicable for persons aged 15yrs+, the Junior course, 12yrs+. Shuttle bus & all necessary equipment are included.

Diving for the qualified/experienced:
A range of days out are organised on the boat to a variety of dive sites. Leaving daily from the Naama Bay jetty just 2 minutes' walk from the Diving College. The diving services include shuttle bus, tanks, weights and belt, plus the services of a dive guide to give a briefing on the site, the dive profile and safety procedures. Usually 2 dive sites covered per day. 3 or 4 days' diving will include 1 full day Ras Mohammed or 1 full day Straits of Tiran, 5 or 6 days diving will include 1 full day at both.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All courses and 5-day dive packages start on the first day of your holiday. Payment must be made to your representative before starting the course and can only be made in Euros, sterling cash or traveller's cheques.

Requirements:
All qualified divers must present a valid certification card and logbook.
Insurance — Activities such as diving have medical, training, or other requirements which you should ensure you are familiar with and it is your responsibility to comply with those requirements. Divers on courses with the Red Sea Diving College are covered under their 3rd-party liability insurance, however qualified divers do need their own. It is also encumbent on you to ensure that your Travel Insurance policy provides specific and adequate cover in relation to higher risk activities. Jewel in the Crown Insurance details can be found HERE.
Medical — Completion of the Discover Scuba/Discover Scuba Diving Statement for beginners courses before entering the water. Completion of the 'Liability Release and Express Assumption of Risk', 'Medical Statement and History' and 'Standard Safe Diving Practices Statement of Understanding' for the Open Water Courses.
We will send you a copy of the PADI medical questionnaire with your invoice. If for any reason you do not receive a copy, you MUST contact us on 01293 533338. If any answers are a 'YES', you will need to visit your doctor and provide a medical certificate for your own health & safety. You will be asked to sign a medical liability form in resort to confirm that you are in good health. It is necessary to leave, "an extended period greater than 12 hours" after your last dive and your return flight to the U.K. (Please check up to date information within the PADI manual).

All prices are listed in Euros (except certification fee) and extras may have to be paid locally in either Euros, US$ or Egyptian Pounds.

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