Sudan Liveaboards
Home to pristine reefs, abundant marine life, thrilling shark encounters and world-class wreck-diving, a liveaboard diving holiday to Sudan is like no other.
Many of Sudan’s varied dive sites hold an almost mythical status with divers from around the world. A few of them are steeped in historical significance and most of them play host to a formidable range of marine life.
The Red Sea's Legendary Southern Waters
The development of Sudan as a dive destination has been restricted in the past by relatively difficult access to Sudan’s coastal waters. The country’s reefs therefore remain uncrowded and are well preserved.
Sudan Liveaboards
View Departures Send Enquiry Speak to an expert. Call 01353 659999
Sudan Liveaboards
MV Royal Evolution
This 39m vessel, designed by divers, for divers, is built with long distance dive trips in mind.
From £1,154
Sudan Liveaboards Itineraries
Sudan Itinerary
Enjoy a thrilling adventure to the seldom dived waters south of Egypt, with highlights including the Umbria wreck and Shaab…
Gallery
From Angarosh to Sanganeb
The warm, crystal clear waters of Sudan support over 400 varieties of coral and over 1500 species of fish, turtle and shark. Schooling fish are encountered in copious numbers. Barracuda, Spotted Stingrays, Moray Eels and huge Parrott fish are all regularly seen. Sudan’s coastal waters are also recognized as one of the best places in the world for Shark enthusiasts to encounter schools of scalloped hammerheads alongside many other species of shark.
Jacques Cousteau
In the early 1960’s, Jacques Cousteau placed Sudan firmly in the psyche of divers worldwide with his experiments in living underwater. The wreck of Conshelf II provides a fascinating window into this unique chapter of diving history.
Close by to Port Sudan, the World War II wreck, the Umbria, is one of the best preserved wrecks in the Red Sea and can lay claim to being one of the world’s great wreck dives.
Who is liveaboard diving in Sudan suitable for?
Although conditions at dive sites vary greatly, there are a number of deep and drift dives making Sudan a destination that best suits experienced divers.
It is a pre-requisite that divers are qualified to a minimum of Advanced PADI Open Water, or equivalent, with a minimum of 50 logged dives.
Itineraries
Please note that liveaboard itineraries can change without notice. The itinerary will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, weather, diving ability of guests and the number of other boats already present at the various dive sites. All dive sites visited are subject to weather conditions and are at the discretion of your dive guides and vessel captain.
Planning your Holiday
Flight information
Cruises to Sudan depart from Port Ghalib in Egypt, which is served by direct flights from the UK between November and April each year.
Regular flights are also available to Hurghada from a number of regional airports, transferring to meet the boat by road.
Departure Tax
There is no departure tax when leaving Egypt or Sudan.
Visas
Entry requirements vary from country to country, and it’s important to check the latest visa information well before you travel. Some destinations may allow visa-free entry for a limited period, while others require an eVisa or a visa obtained in advance. To ensure you have the correct documentation for your trip, we recommend checking the official advice from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or contacting the relevant country’s embassy or consulate. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.
Passports
Before you travel, make sure your passport is valid for the full duration of your trip and meets the entry requirements of your destination. Many countries require at least six months’ validity beyond your planned return date, while others may have different rules. For the most reliable and up-to-date information, visit the UK Government’s passport guidance or the official travel advice pages for your destination. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.
If you’re planning to travel to or via an EU country (with certain exceptions) your UK passport must meet two key requirements, it must be less than 10 years old on the day you enter the country and it must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure date.
Vaccinations & Health Advice
Health and vaccination requirements differ depending on where you're travelling. Some destinations may require proof of specific vaccinations or recommend certain precautions to protect your wellbeing.
We’re not qualified to provide you with specific advice on vaccinations and strongly recommend that you contact your healthcare professional before you travel to discuss the inoculations you may need to consider.
For trusted guidance on health and vaccination advice, refer to the NHS Travel Vaccination Advice, Masta Travel Health or Travel Health Pro websites.
Enquire about Sudan Liveaboards
Speak to an expert. Call 01353 659999 Send Enquiry