Sun Deck Cabin
Three cabins sit on the sun deck and form the quietest tier on board. Their elevated position brings wide Red Sea views and easy access to the open-air areas. Therefore, they suit couples or guests who want extra privacy.
The Star Jet liveaboard is a 40-meter Red Sea safari boat built for comfortable diving weeks and long-range exploration in Egypt. Moreover, she departs directly from Hurghada throughout the year.
Furthermore, the vessel hosts a maximum of 26 guests in 13 private, air-conditioned cabins. In addition, an unusually wide 10-meter beam gives the dive deck, the restaurant and the outdoor areas real space rather than narrow corridors.
Originally launched in 2010 and fully renovated in 2025, the boat combines proven safari performance with refreshed guest areas and onboard systems. As a result, guests travel on a current interior with a dependable hull underneath.
Besides diving, selected departures also run as Red Sea kitesurfing safaris. Therefore the same vessel suits dive clubs, kite groups and mixed private charters.
Finally, the vessel runs Red Sea itineraries that may reach northern wrecks, offshore marine parks and remote southern reef systems. Naturally, the exact program depends on the selected route, weather conditions and official permissions.
Firstly, every cabin is en-suite with a private bathroom. In addition, each one has individual air conditioning and practical storage.
A central indoor lounge holds the briefing and entertainment space. Meanwhile, it also works as a cool retreat during the afternoon.
Naturally, fresh daily meals come from the onboard galley. Moreover, tea, coffee, water and soft drinks stay available all day.
Above all, the broad hull reduces roll at sea noticeably. As a result, the communal areas feel generous for a group of this size.
Individual gear stations, tank storage and a filling area keep the deck organized. Consequently, rinse tanks and zodiac boarding stay within easy reach.
Emergency equipment and a trained crew are on board at all times. Furthermore, detailed briefings run before every dive and every sailing.
In short, M/Y Star Jet is a 40-meter Red Sea diving liveaboard with a 10-meter beam, built in 2010 and fully renovated in 2025. Moreover, she sails seven-night safaris from Hurghada, Egypt, carrying a maximum of 26 guests in 13 private en-suite cabins across four decks, and she is operated by Red Sea Diving.
The Star Jet liveaboard was designed so guests move easily between diving and resting. Therefore, nothing feels improvised during a busy week at sea.
Because the hull is unusually wide, the public areas avoid the tight bottlenecks common on standard safari boats. Furthermore, the restaurant, the salon and the outdoor decks each get real space instead of narrow passages.
After the last dive of the day, guests can settle into the air-conditioned salon, take the shaded seating on the sun deck or move up to the open-air lounge on the upper deck. Meanwhile, the crew resets the dive deck for the following morning.
Consequently, the boat suits experienced divers, dive clubs, underwater photographers and travelers joining a Red Sea safari for the first time. In short, she works for a full charter and for individual bookings alike.
Indeed, the deck plan below shows how the Star Jet liveaboard is arranged across her four decks. Specifically, it runs from the twin cabins on the lower deck up to the open-air relaxation area on the upper deck.
Altogether, the Star Jet liveaboard sleeps up to 26 guests in 13 private cabins spread across three levels. Because proper rest matters as much as time in the water, every cabin is a fully air-conditioned haven with its own bathroom.
Three cabins sit on the sun deck and form the quietest tier on board. Their elevated position brings wide Red Sea views and easy access to the open-air areas. Therefore, they suit couples or guests who want extra privacy.
Four cabins sit on the main deck, right beside the salon, the restaurant and the dive deck. Their position brings in natural daylight and keeps movement around the boat effortless. As a result, they suit guests who prefer to avoid stairs between decks.
Finally, six twin cabins occupy the lower deck, each with two single beds in a practical layout. Consequently, they work well for dive partners, friends travelling together and solo travelers sharing. Moreover, the lower-deck position stays quiet and stable overnight.
Between dives, the vessel accordingly works as a floating base camp. In addition, every communal area is designed so surface intervals feel as good as the diving, whether you want company or a quiet corner.
Naturally, good food fuels the dive day. Meanwhile, the onboard kitchen serves fresh meals timed around the diving schedule: a hearty breakfast, a substantial lunch between sessions and a relaxed dinner after the final dive.
Above all, guests should report allergies or special dietary needs before arrival, so arrangements can be made with the boat team in advance.
To escape the midday sun, the climate-controlled salon offers perimeter seating and modern media facilities. Specifically, it works for dive briefings, photo reviews, chatting with the guides or simply sharing a quiet coffee.
Consequently, the salon becomes the social core of the boat on warm Red Sea afternoons.
Above all, the expansive main sun deck blends open loungers with deep-shaded seating. In addition, the wide hull gives it far more room than usual, whether you want to dry off after a dive, socialize with friends or rest under a clear desert sky.
Similarly, the elevated upper deck holds a wide, open-air relaxation zone high above the water. As a result, guests use it for sunbathing, reading, watching for dolphins and, after dark, stargazing over the Egyptian coastline.
The dive deck sits on the main deck and is arranged for safe, organized diving operations. Specifically, the layout provides practical space for:
In practice, zodiacs are used whenever a site cannot be reached directly from the vessel. Therefore, they support drift dives, remote reefs, offshore walls and pickup operations, and the guides explain entry and exit procedures during the briefing.
However, the final diving program always depends on the itinerary, diver experience, sea conditions, weather, official permissions and the captain’s safety decision.
Above all, the vessel strictly follows modern Red Sea liveaboard safety criteria. For this reason, she carries current navigation, communication and emergency equipment alongside a trained crew and professional dive guides.
Firstly, the boat carries a complete set of emergency equipment. Moreover, every item is checked and maintained before departure.
Of course, equipment alone is not enough. Therefore, the crew works to a documented plan and briefs every guest before the trip begins.
All guests must attend the boat safety briefing and follow the instructions of the captain, cruise director, guides and crew. Furthermore, divers must carry the certification, experience and insurance required for their route.
Firstly, the captain and engineering team regularly inspect the engines, generators, electrical systems and compressors. Moreover, the vessel undergoes scheduled servicing and the inspections required by the relevant Egyptian authorities.
In addition, she carries GPS, radar, a depth sounder, AIS and VHF marine radio. Consequently, the captain can monitor the route, the weather and sea conditions throughout the journey.
Naturally, every trip begins with a complete boat and emergency briefing. Furthermore, before each dive the guides explain the site, the currents, entry and exit procedures, maximum depth and the emergency plan.
Divers must present valid certification and diving insurance. In addition, Nitrox users must personally analyze their cylinder, set their computer correctly and sign the Nitrox log.
Our captain, crew and dive guides have long experience navigating and diving in the Red Sea. Therefore they review emergency, rescue, fire and evacuation procedures regularly.
However, the captain may change the itinerary, delay sailing or cancel a dive whenever weather or sea conditions are unsafe. After all, no dive site is more important than the safety of our guests and crew.
M/Y Star Jet is insured against marine accidents. However, every guest must also carry personal travel and diving insurance covering medical treatment, hyperbaric treatment, emergency evacuation and repatriation.
Finally, you can read more about how we work on our diving safety page.
Notably, the Star Jet liveaboard can operate all eight of Egypt’s best-known itineraries. However, the precise route and sequence of dive sites may change according to the departure port, weather, wind, currents, guest experience, marine park regulations and official approval. Additionally, further background on Egyptian safari itineraries is available at redsealiveaboard.net.
Wrecks come paired with reefs. Therefore, possible highlights include Shaab El Erg, Abu Nuhas, SS Thistlegorm, Shag Rock, Beacon Rock and Ras Mohammed.
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Northern wrecks combined with the Blue Hole and the Canyon. In particular, this route suits divers who want history plus dramatic underwater landscapes.
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Wrecks plus offshore reefs at Big Brother and Small Brother. Because these are exposed offshore sites, the itinerary is aimed at experienced divers.
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Brothers, Daedalus and Elphinstone in one itinerary. For this reason, BDE is reserved for advanced divers comfortable with currents and deep walls.
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Offshore walls paired with southern reefs such as Sataya, Claudia, Malahi and Abu Galawa. In addition, this route offers the widest mix in one week.
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Caves, tunnels and remote reefs including Habili Ali, Dangerous Reef and Umm Khararim. Consequently, it is a favourite among coral lovers and photographers.
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Above all, this is expedition diving in Egypt’s least-visited southern waters. Because the route involves long navigation, access depends on sea conditions and official authorization.
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Southern reefs combined with the sheltered lagoon of Sataya, also known as Dolphin Reef. Nevertheless, encounters are never guaranteed and must never disturb the animals.
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Besides diving, selected departures combine liveaboard accommodation with kitesurfing in remote Red Sea locations. Moreover, these programs are separate from the standard diving itineraries.
Consequently, remote lagoons and open riding areas give far more space than a crowded beach. In addition, experienced riders get longer sessions, while beginners need qualified instruction and a suitable controlled area.
However, every session depends on wind, weather, guest experience and the equipment arranged before departure. Therefore all kite sessions remain subject to the captain’s approval and the trip leader’s safety procedures.
Typically, a standard safari runs seven nights on board with six diving days. In practice, the week follows the shape below.
Meanwhile, the number of dives varies with the route, sea conditions, arrival times and official regulations.
Night diving is not available everywhere, since offshore marine parks and some protected areas do not permit it. Furthermore, sailing itself follows the operational wind rule used for Red Sea departures: departures are generally permitted between 15 and 24 knots, whereas 25 knots or more may keep the vessel in port until conditions improve.
Of course, no Red Sea itinerary should be treated as a fixed list of guaranteed dive sites. In addition, the captain and dive team may change the route because of wind, waves, current, visibility, marine regulations, port instructions, diver experience or safety considerations. Ultimately, safety takes priority over the planned itinerary.
In short, a seven-night safari on the Star Jet liveaboard starts from €1,200 per person. In addition, two mandatory extras are paid on arrival: the marine park fee of €170 and the port fee of €30, so the compulsory local charges total €200 per person. Furthermore, the exact price depends on the route, the season and the cabin category, and Red Sea Diving confirms it for each departure.
Because routes and offers vary, all inclusions, exclusions and prices must be confirmed for the selected departure.
A maximum of 26 guests creates a practical group size while keeping a friendly atmosphere onboard. For instance, northern itineraries suit a broader range of qualified divers, whereas offshore routes such as BDE, Brothers, Daedalus and Elba generally require more experience.
Above all, Red Sea Diving should confirm the final requirements before booking, because they vary by route and by current regulations.
M/Y Star Jet is 40 meters long, 10 meters wide and has four guest decks.
The vessel accommodates a maximum of 26 guests.
Star Jet has 13 private, air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms.
The boat was launched in 2010 and fully renovated in 2025.
The vessel offers three Sun Deck cabins, four Main Deck cabins and six Lower Deck twin cabins.
Yes. All guest cabins, the restaurant and the salon are air-conditioned.
Yes. Wi-Fi is available on board, although speed and coverage depend on the mobile network at each location.
Yes. With 13 cabins and a maximum of 26 guests, the vessel suits dive centers, diving clubs, groups of friends, private groups, B2B partners and full-boat charters.
The vessel primarily operates Red Sea liveaboard safaris from Hurghada. Other embarkation or disembarkation ports may be possible depending on the route and weekly program.
Star Jet can operate North, North and Dahab, North and Brothers, BDE, Daedalus and Fury Shoals, Deep South St. John’s, Elba and Sataya.
Yes, on selected departures. However, kite sessions always depend on wind, weather and the equipment arranged in advance.
For divers primarily interested in wrecks, the North Route is one of the strongest choices. Possible wrecks include SS Thistlegorm, Giannis D, Carnatic, Chrisoula K, Kingston and Dunraven, although the actual wrecks visited depend on the itinerary and conditions.
Routes such as BDE, North and Brothers, and Daedalus and Fury Shoals visit offshore reefs surrounded by deep open water. Possible encounters vary with the season, water temperature, current and location, and no shark encounter can be guaranteed.
Divers who prioritize coral gardens, reef formations, caves and swim-throughs may particularly enjoy Fury Shoals, Deep South St. John’s and Sataya. These southern routes provide a different underwater environment from the deep offshore walls of Brothers and Daedalus.
Yes. The vessel operates routes such as Brothers Islands, BDE, Daedalus, Elphinstone and Elba, which may involve strong currents, deep reef walls, open-ocean diving, negative entries and longer navigation.
A standard seven-night safari usually includes six diving days, with approximately three to four dives on full diving days and fewer dives on the first and final days. The exact number depends on the route and conditions.
Above all, the main difference is the 10-meter beam, which is wide for a 40-meter safari boat. Because of it, the sun deck, the salon and the dive deck are more spacious than usual for 26 guests, and the vessel rolls less at sea.
M/Y Star Jet is operated by Red Sea Diving, a diving operator based in Hurghada, Egypt, running Red Sea liveaboard safaris and daily diving for more than twenty years.
A seven-night safari starts from 1,200 euros per person. In addition, the marine park fee of 170 euros and the port fee of 30 euros are paid locally. However, the final price depends on the route, the season and the cabin category, so contact Red Sea Diving for the confirmed price and availability of your selected week.
Nitrox is available for a surcharge and must be confirmed for the selected departure. Every diver using Nitrox must analyze and record the oxygen percentage before diving.
No. The captain and dive team may change the route or dive sites because of wind, waves, current, visibility, marine regulations, port instructions, diver experience or safety considerations.
No. Sharks, dolphins and other marine animals are wild. Encounters depend on the season, location and natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
All three vessels carry 26 guests in 13 cabins and sail the same eight Red Sea routes from Hurghada. However, they differ in age, layout and cabin categories, so the table below sets them side by side.
| Vessel | Built / Renovated | Length | Guests | Cabins | Cabin categories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M/Y Star Jet | 2010 / 2025 | 40 m, 10 m beam | 26 | 13 | 3 Sun Deck, 4 Main Deck, 6 Lower Deck twin |
| M/Y C Echo II | 2014 / 2026 | 40 m | 26 | 13 | Master Suite, Double Sea View, Twin |
| M/Y Ramadan 3 | 2012 / 2026 | 40 m | 26 | 13 | 2 Suite, 3 Sea View, 8 Twin |
Therefore, the choice usually comes down to cabin layout and availability on your preferred dates rather than the diving itself. In addition, our team in Hurghada can check all three boats for the same week before you decide.
Red Sea Diving has been running liveaboard safaris and daily diving in Egypt for more than two decades. Consequently, we know these itineraries in detail.
Experienced captains, trained boat crew and professional dive guides run every trip. Moreover, they know these reefs season by season.
The boat carries life rafts, oxygen units and firefighting systems. In addition, an Emergency Action Plan and a briefing precede every dive.
The Star Jet liveaboard completed a full refit covering comfort, technical systems and safety equipment. As a result, the vessel feels current throughout.
Notably, this vessel covers all eight routes and also runs dedicated kite weeks. Therefore, one boat can match almost any level of experience.
Our team in Hurghada answers directly. Furthermore, we help you compare routes and confirm availability before any payment.
Tell us which experience you want to enjoy and leave the rest to us. Moreover, if you have questions or you are still choosing between routes, our team will talk it through with you before you commit to anything.
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