€1,515 €1,333
Early Bird0/24 spots
The Daedalus Expedition
Daedalus & Elphinstone
Date
Duration
7 nights
From
€1,333 pp
Early BirdSpots
0/24
16+
Dives
26–29°C
Water
20–40m
Visibility
Three days in the blue at Daedalus — where every descent holds the promise of hammerheads, mantas, and sudden pelagic encounters. Long, unhurried dives let you settle into the rhythm of the reef, refining skills and fully immersing in open-ocean diving. Then Elphinstone shifts the energy — fast drifts, sheer walls, and one final surge of adrenaline. A focused big-fish experience built on time, depth, and the raw pull of the blue.
- Daedalus Reef — Hammerhead Schools at Dawn — Daedalus Reef in October is the Red Sea at its most iconic. At first light, the northern wall comes alive — schools of scalloped hammerheads materialise from the blue, moving in slow, deliberate formation just off the reef.
- Elphinstone Reef — Drift Dives & Deep Blue — Elphinstone Reef is a finger-shaped reef with dramatic vertical walls, sheer drop-offs, and vibrant soft corals. The south plateau at 25–35m is one of the world's most reliable locations for oceanic whitetip encounters — they approach with unhurried confidence, pilot fish in tow.
- Courses Onboard — Advance Your Diving — This expedition is ideal for divers looking to advance their skills with Nitrox, Deep, and Tec courses. Our instructors guide you through course dives at Daedalus and Elphinstone — deep walls, strong currents, and open-ocean conditions make for the perfect classroom.
Ideal for
AOW · Tec · Trimix
Pricing
€1,515From €1,333 per person
All prices per person, shared cabin. Launch season pricing.
Main Deck Cabin
Early BirdTwo single beds that can be combined into a double with mattress topper, private toilet and shower, individual AC, sea-view windows.
Ends in 61 days
4 cabins left
High Deck Cabin
Early BirdTwo single beds that can be combined into a double with mattress topper, private toilet and shower, individual AC, sea-view windows.
Ends in 61 days
6 cabins left
Suite
Early BirdSpacious cabin with a large double bed, private toilet and shower, individual AC, panoramic sea-view windows, additional living space.
Ends in 61 days
2 cabins left
Prices are per person for shared cabins.
Private cabin supplement: +60%
Suite cabins accommodate two guests and must be booked together, or the entire suite may be booked privately at the +60% premium.
Based on 2 people × €1,333 per person. Final pricing confirmed by our team.
2026 new build · Owner-operated · Crew of 12
What's Included
- 7 nights full-board on M/Y Celesta
- All meals and non-alcoholic beverages (3 daily + 24/7 snacks)
- 16+ guided dives
- Nitrox for certified divers
- Airport transfers (Hurghada & Marsa Alam)
- Professional dive guides
- 12L aluminium tanks, weights & belt
Not Included
- International flights
- Marine park & environmental fees (€290)
- Dive equipment rental
- Tips (~10% of trip price, customary)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Dive & travel insurance
- Course fees (if applicable)
- Technical gases
Requirements
Minimum: Advanced Open Water
- Dive insurance (e.g. DAN) strongly recommended
- Advanced Open Water is required for all dive sites (strong currents, deep walls)
- Minimum 50 logged dives
- Courses available onboard: Nitrox, Deep & Technical Course
Dive Sites(2)
Daedalus Reef
October is widely considered the peak month for hammerhead encounters at Daedalus. Predictable schools of scalloped hammerheads gather in the open blue off the northern wall. Manta rays are drawn to the warm waters, frequently gliding along the southern walls. The first oceanic whitetips of the season begin to arrive. Anemone City — a massive colony of anemones and clownfish — clings to the western drop-off. The remote lighthouse offers 360-degree views of the open Red Sea. Visibility is legendary.
Elphinstone Reef
Elphinstone Reef is one of the Red Sea's most dramatic dive sites, with sheer drop-offs, strong currents, and abundant pelagic life. The reef is adorned with vibrant hard and soft corals, gorgonian fans, and colourful overhangs. The south plateau at 25–35m is one of the world's most reliable locations for oceanic whitetip encounters — they approach with unhurried confidence, pilot fish in tow. Schools of fusiliers, trevallies, and barracudas patrol the walls. Reef sharks, eagle rays, and turtles are regular visitors. Every dive is a drift dive shaped by powerful currents.
Sites depend on weather, currents, and conditions. Our crew optimises in real-time for the best diving.
Day by Day (8 days)
Airport transfers included. Board M/Y Celesta in Port Ghalib, settle into your cabin. Afternoon snacks, welcome dinner, dive equipment setup, safety briefing and boat orientation. First evening with your new dive buddies.
Morning check dive and safety briefing. Two dives today — ease into the rhythm of liveaboard life with beautiful reef dives. Vibrant corals, curious marine life. Minimum 2-hour surface intervals between dives. Three full meals plus snacks and drinks around the clock.
Now we set out on a four-day expedition focusing on Daedalus and Elphinstone. The trip combines thrilling open-ocean adventure with the serenity of remote offshore reefs, each famous for dramatic walls, vibrant corals, and incredible pelagic encounters. Days are likely spent diving among hammerheads, mantas, and oceanic whitetips, while evenings bring calm seas, golden sunsets, and quiet nights under a canopy of stars. It’s an unforgettable journey that blends technical skill, big-fish encounters, and the freedom of life at sea.
Early morning dive close to shore, before breakfast — one last underwater adventure. Second dive depending on conditions and flight schedules. Logbooks signed, photos shared. Farewell dinner celebration with the crew.
Breakfast onboard. Checkout and disembarkation. Airport transfers included for your journey home. You leave with a full logbook, new dive buddies, and saltwater in your soul.
Itineraries are indicative. Routes and dive sites vary based on weather, currents, and conditions.
FAQ
M/Y Celesta carries oxygen kits, a first-aid station, EPIRBs, SOLAS life rafts, fire suppression systems, and satellite communication. Dual main engines for redundancy. Two speedboats with dual engines provide zodiac cover on every dive. Professional crew of 12 with current maritime certifications. Dive insurance is mandatory for all guests.
Yes. We offer PADI/SDI/TDI specialties including Advanced Open Water, Enriched Air Nitrox, Wreck Diver, and Deep Diver. Courses are integrated into the dive schedule so you learn on real sites, not in a pool. Course fees are additional to the trip price. Let us know in advance so we can prepare materials.
Airport transfers, 7 nights full-board, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages, up to 4 guided dives per day, professional dive guides, 12L aluminium cylinder, weights and belt, Nitrox, and Wi-Fi near land. Not included: flights, visa, environmental taxes, equipment rental, alcohol, gratuities, insurance, and dive courses. See each expedition for specific inclusions.
Fly into Hurghada International Airport (HRG). We arrange transfers from the airport to the marina — about 20 minutes. Boarding opens at 13:00 on Day 1. On the final day, we return to the marina in the morning with transfers to the airport. Full logistics and meeting points are sent before departure.
Bring your own mask, dive computer, SMB, and exposure suit (3mm or 5mm depending on the season). Rental BCDs and regulators are available but we recommend bringing your own. Topside: sun protection, light layers for the evenings, and a good book for surface intervals.
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