After landing in Hurghada, a Sea Serpent representative quickly showed up in front of passport control to stick the visa in our passports, so passport control went smoothly. Since our diving luggage was 'once again the last at the issue, a Sea Serpent representative showed up there again to look after the right. Leaving the airport building we were met by the driver of the shuttle and the other waiting divers to immediately start the drive to the marina. The shuttle brought us safely to the ship (Grand Sea Serpent), which now took on the last of the 28 guests (out of a possible 28).
After stowing our luggage, we had dinner in the salon.
The following week on the ship was a great experience for us as newcomers. Crew and guides pampered us where they could. The diving professionals could of course do without guides and create their own fun.
The food was always excellent.
Briefings were detailed before each dive.
Air conditioning in the cabin was strong and loud or turned off. The approx. 50 m yacht was already great, even if it is a little worn in detail, but this does not detract from the overall great impression. The required cleanliness was always and everywhere given.
There were usually 4 dives a day, followed by a delicious meal.
EAN32 was used as standard.
A night trip was very demanding for all guests due to the extremely rough sea; many had to sacrifice extensively to Neptune, so that the dives the following day were less frequented.
For minor aches and pains, the guides kept very effective remedies of the Egyptian on-board pharmacy ready.
Highlight for us was the encounter with a school of dolphins, but also the wrecks were very interesting to look at. For us newcomers the first experience with partly massive current was also an experience.
After 7 days we unfortunately had to say goodbye and went to the "Breakers" at Soma Bay. Sea Serpent had provided a shuttle for this.
(Automatically translated from German)
Stellungnahme von Wolfgang, Alma Mare
Hallo Peter und Stephan, vielen Dank für die ausführliche Bewertung.