The M/Y Alsuraya is a modern, 37-meter steel-hulled motor yacht operating premium diving and kite-surfing safaris in the Egyptian Red Sea. With safety its top priority, the vessel offers premium liveaboard facilities at affordable prices, starting at just 748 Euros.
Alsuraya is the Arabic name for the Pleiades constellation which holds deep significance in Egypt’s seafaring history. For generations, sailors have looked to the Pleiades for navigation, using the stars to guide their vessels safely across the Red Sea and far beyond.
Vessel Layout and Accommodations
The vessel accommodates up to 24 guests across 12 cabins.
Cabin Categories
- Sun Deck Suites: Two premium suites featuring large double beds, enhanced privacy, panoramic sea views, and immediate access to the open upper sun deck.
- Upper Deck Cabins: Features a mix of four single-bed / twin cabins, one bunk-bed cabin, and an upper panorama suite. This deck also houses an outdoor furnished bar and central lounge area.
- Main Deck Cabins: Four twin-bed cabins situated conveniently close to the main saloon and primary dive deck.
Indoor & Outdoor Amenities
- Main Saloon and Dining Area: A bright, air-conditioned communal space where three buffet-style meals are served daily.
- Relaxation Decks: Multiple outdoor spaces offering a balance of shaded lounge seating and open-air sunbeds for stargazing, sunrise coffee, and surface interval relaxation.
- Connectivity: Free onboard Wi-Fi (accessible when within cellular network range).
Itineraries and Marine Activities
Operating primarily out of Hurghada and Port Ghalib, the M/Y Alsuraya hosts standard 8-day / 7-night itineraries that scale across the Egyptian Red Sea
- Northern Routes & Wrecks: SS Thistlegorm, Ras Mohamed and the Abu Nuhas reef system (Giannis D, Carnatic).
- Deep Southern Safaris: Shark-rich waters including Daedalus, Elphinstone, The Brothers (BDE route), St. John’s and Zabargad.
- Kite-Surfing Safaris: Beyond traditional diving, the boat transforms into a dedicated platform for expert-led kite safaris, taking enthusiasts to shallow sandbars and remote locations with premium wind conditions.
- Onboard Education: Certified PADI courses, such as Advanced Open Water, Nitrox, Deep Diver, and Wreck Diver certifications.
Dive Deck and Technical Specifications
| Feature | Technical Specification |
| Length / Hull | 37 Meters / Steel Mono-Hull |
| Year Built | 2024 |
| Power | Twin Mercedes Engines (1,000 hp) & Twin Cummins Generators (140 kW) |
| Compressors | 2 × Bauer K150 (450 L/min each) |
| Nitrox System | NRC Nitrox System (1,000 L/min) — Nitrox is provided free to certified divers |
| Tenders | 2 × 8.5m speedboats (Zodiacs) equipped with twin Yamaha 85 hp outboard motors |
| Photography Support | Dedicated camera rinse tanks and multi-socket power charging stations |
Safety and Emergency Systems
- Evacuation: Two life rafts (holding 25 people each), life vests, and marine signaling systems.
- Fire Suppression: Integrated fire alarms, standard extinguishers, and specialized foam-based suppression systems located in the galley and engine rooms.
- Medical Support: First aid kits, dedicated emergency oxygen bottles, and VHF/ENOS capabilities.
- Staff Certification: The Captain and core dive guides maintain active Medical First Responder (MFA) certifications.
