Argo Xplorer

Overview

The Argo Xplorer, the perfect dive buddy to the famous Vita Xplorer, is built with divers in mind. Part of the trusted Xplorer group, this ship is all about making your diving trips smooth, fun, and unforgettable. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, the Argo Xplorer is your gateway to epic underwater adventures. 

After a day exploring vibrant reefs and marine life, you’ll love coming back to your floating retreat. The main deck has eight comfy cabins with two single beds each, plus two spacious double-bed suites for extra room to unwind. Head upstairs, and you can find even more options - another twin cabin, a single-bed cabin, and a roomy double suite. Every cabin has its own en suite, with a private shower, air-conditioning to keep you cool, and even a minibar stocked with your favourite post-dive drinks. Dive all day, chill all night - it’s that simple. 

Want to soak in those sea views? The Argo Xplorer has you covered, with plenty of outdoor space to kick back. Lounge on the massive 145m² sundeck, cool off under the shaded high deck (85m²), or bask in the sun on the 60m² unshaded deck. Need a break from the outdoors? Head to the lovely salon to watch movies or sip on piña coladas. After a dive, unwind in the upper deck hot tub, and when hunger strikes, enjoy delicious cuisine at the restaurant.

Onboard, diving is a breeze. The large kitting-up deck makes getting ready hassle-free, and the spacious dive platform ensures easy water entry and exit. Whether you’re here for laid-back reef dives or tackling challenging technical dives, the Argo Xplorer has everything you need to make your underwater experience unforgettable. 

Safety is always top priority, so you can relax and dive with confidence. The Argo Xplorer is equipped with onboard oxygen, a first aid kit, life jackets, life rafts, a fire alarm system, and even dive deck cameras for extra peace of mind. Everything’s set for you to focus on the adventure while the crew takes care of the rest. 

From its cosy cabins and chill sundecks to its top-notch dive facilities, the Argo Xplorer is the ultimate home base for your diving holiday. Whether you’re chasing pelagics, marvelling at coral reefs, or exploring the deep blue, this ship promises non-stop comfort, adventure, and memories to last a lifetime. Time to dive in!

SPECIFICATION 

Length: 42 metres, Width: 8.5 metres, Engines: 2 x Doosan 800 twin-turbo heavy-duty engines. Compressors: 3 x Bauer (400 L/min each), 1 x Bauer Nitrox with membrane  

Generators: 2 silent generators (80 kW each), 1 silent generator (200 kW)  

Water Production: 2 water makers capable of producing 10 tonnes per day  

Diving Features: Equipped with 15L and 12L steel or aluminium cylinders (single and double DIN outputs available), as well as stage cylinders. The setup is fully compatible with CCR and technical diving requirements. 

NAVIGATION & SAFETY 

Navigation: Fitted with an advanced international navigation system, including 2 GPS units, 1 VHF, 1 HF, 1 AIS, 1 sonar, and 1 radio for seamless communication and navigation. 

Safety: Features include oxygen supply, a comprehensive first aid kit, life jackets, two life rafts, a fire alarm system, and surveillance cameras to ensure the highest standard of safety. 

GROUP DISCOUNTS 

The FREE places below apply to 'boat space' only and do not include flights. 

• 10 paying guests, 11th person free 
• 20 paying guests, 2 free 

NITROX COURSE 

Nitrox €75 (excluding certification fees). 

Schedules & prices

Dive info

Regaldive offer a range of Red Sea liveaboards, with itineraries giving you a wide variety of diving options, depending on your area of interest and your level of experience. If you are travelling as a large group, you can even decide to pre-book a week of wrecks or favourite reef dives, according to your group preferences.

Northern Red Sea Liveaboards

Regaldive offer itineraries departing from Hurghada. The reef at Abu Nuhas is accessible from Hurghada with several wrecks resting at its base. You can also visit the Straits of Gubal and the famous Thistlegorm World War II wreck. Some boat itineraries may also take in the Ras Mohammed national park where steep coastal cliffs are mirrored underwater with impressive vertical walls, which drop off 70m or more.

The Strait of Tiran has a range of reefs rising out of deep waters where the strong currents and dense plankton attract an impressive range of reef and deep-sea species providing some exceptional drift dives. The Thistlegorm also features on this trip.

For those that want the liveaboard experience from a resort, our Sharm Dive Extravaganza allows you to join a small group of like-minded divers whilst exploring the best diving Sharm El Sheikh has to offer. 

Southern Red Sea Liveaboards

There are many world-class dive sites in the southern Red Sea, and Regaldive offer several itineraries. Fury Shoal is an area where many reefs lie close to each other, some are exposed and some sheltered, many with dramatic sheer walls plunging to over 40m. There are canyons, multiple caves and passages where groupers and morays lurk. The variety of coral is stunning with beautiful brain and fire corals. Schools of fusiliers and anchovies hover above the reefs until suddenly attacked by fast moving tuna whilst Napoleon wrasse cruise majestically by.

The Brothers are two small isolated reefs 33 miles north east of El Quseir. Big Brother Island has a lighthouse and a fringing reef with a sheer plunge to exceptional depths. The diving is challenging with deep wrecks and strong currents. Tuna, barracuda, scalloped hammerhead, oceanic white tips, silkies and reef shark can all be spotted here.

Little Brother is reputed to be one of the most scenic dives in the Red Sea. The drop off is over 40m but the walls are covered in sponges, anemones, soft corals and black coral. Some of the huge gorgonian fan corals are more than 3m high. There are caves, holes and overhangs in the shallow part of the reef. Currents can be very strong and because there is little shelter and strong winds, access is very much weather dependent.

Elphinstone is a site best dived early in the day and there is little protection against wind and waves, making a liveaboard visit ideal. There are plateaux at either end, from 25-40m, but the steep walls drop off to more than 100m. It is an ideal site to experience the larger pelagic marine life including manta, hammerheads and oceanic whitetips. The soft corals and gorgonians are luxuriant and colourful.

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Flight Information

Flights are available to Hurghada (HRG) from a number of UK airports. Please refer to the tables below for typical direct flight schedules, or speak to our friendly travel consultants for the latest information.

Typical Annual Schedule

HRG = Hurghada Airport, updated Aug 2024

Key: * = Winter only (November to April), ** = Summer only (May to October), *** = Irregular schedule, ask for more information

NB: Please note that flight schedules may be subject to change by the airlines at any time. Full and up to date flight details will be provided with any holiday quotation.

Flight duration: 5 - 5½ hours

Transfer: Varies and depends on the itinerary, arrival airport and departure port. Minimum transfer time approximately 10 minutes.

Departure tax: N/A

Passports

Passengers travelling to Egypt must have six months valid on their passport from the date of departure from Egypt.

Visas

A single entry tourist visa for Egypt is required for all nationalities. For British passport holders with British citizenship, Egyptian visas can be obtained conveniently and inexpensively on arrival at Hurghada airport.

Other nationalities should check with consular office.

Vaccinations

There are no compulsory vaccinations for travel to Egypt, but we recommend protection against typhoid, tetanus, hepatitis A and polio. Though malaria does exist in Egypt, it is generally not present in the coastal resorts.

Vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed before departure. For the most up to date advice please consult your travel clinic.

Further information regarding vaccinations for travel to this country can be found at www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk and from your local healthcare provider.

Itineraries

Please click on the links below for more information on individual itineraries. Itineraries can vary and are strictly weather dependent. 

Northern Wrecks & Reefs departing from Safaga
Deep South departing from Safaga
Simply the Best departing from Safaga
Best of Wrecks departing from Safaga 

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