MY Ghazala I dive boat review
Ghazala I: a historical northern Red Sea review
No current dated departure has been verified for the Ghazala I described here. Its specialist listing checked on 2 November 2026 says it is not currently available. That alone does not establish permanent retirement.
This archive preserves the earlier boat description and visitor memories. Ghazala Explorer and Ghazala Adventure are separate booking identities; their photographs, cabins and sailings should not be assigned to Ghazala I.
The boat in the earlier review
The original Divezone review described a small northern Red Sea boat carrying sixteen divers in six cabins. That layout allowed a more intimate group than many larger liveaboards, although it should be read as a historical description rather than a current accommodation offer.
Cabins were described with private bathrooms, shelves or cupboards, reading lights, bedding and towels. The dive deck had freshwater showers, toilets and a camera table, with two tenders supporting the diving. The earlier account also listed nitrox, a shaded or open-air place to unwind, and a sun deck with mattresses.
Between dives, guests could gather in the salon for a film or music, or settle down with a book from the small library. Meals combined Egyptian and international dishes, with occasional barbecues and buffet service. Water, juice, tea and coffee appeared among the historical inclusions; soft drinks, beer and wine were sold separately.
What to confirm for a new trip
A remembered boat name is a useful starting point, but it is not a departure confirmation. If an agent offers a trip under the Ghazala name, obtain the full vessel name, cabin arrangement, dates and ports. No old fare, nitrox inclusion or equipment package on this archive should be carried into that quotation.
Questions about Ghazala I
Can I book the boat described here?
No dated departure was verified. The checked specialist listing is unavailable, so this page does not present a current booking offer.
Is Ghazala I the same as Ghazala Explorer?
This archive does not treat them as the same boat. Use the exact vessel identity on your booking documents and its own cabin information.
Do the old facilities still apply?
They describe the earlier review. Current cabin condition, equipment, meals and inclusions would all need confirmation for any newly offered sailing.
Did you sail on this boat?
Your memories can help identify the boat and put earlier reports in context. Share your experience below, including the year, route and vessel name on your trip.
Archive presentation and availability references reviewed 2 November 2026.
Where does this liveaboard dive boat go?
Check out the fabulous places where this dive boat travels to.
Note: some destinations may not be listed below, please enquire for more details.
Hamata
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Eilat
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Aqaba
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Marsa Alam
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Nuweiba
Nuweiba suits unhurried shore diving and underwater photography, with coral gardens and small marine life to explore with a local guide.
Dahab
Dahab combines shore-access reefs and training sites with advanced profiles at the Canyon and Blue Hole. Choose the dive to match your experience.
Hurghada
Hurghada combines day-boat reefs, beginner training and longer wreck excursions. Match the site, transfer and dive profile to your experience.
Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm combines local reef diving with Ras Mohammed, Tiran and separately planned wreck excursions. Match the route and dive profile to your experience.
Red Sea
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