Almonda is a luxurious and contemporary motor yacht that provides exceptional service in one of Saudi Arabia's newest dive destinations, located in the Red Sea. Each expeditionary journey offers discerning divers a fresh perspective on the Red Sea, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in its iconic experiences while avoiding crowded areas.
With a wide range of five-star amenities, this spacious and stable liveaboard ensures the utmost comfort as it sails along Saudi Arabia's unexplored coastline. Guests will enjoy access to lavish facilities, including a hot tub, and can feel confident in their safety with features such as complimentary nitrox and rescue systems, catering to even the most demanding divers and providing peace of mind throughout the trip.
The fleet consistently delivers exceptional service while providing enjoyable and distinctive underwater experiences. Its primary goal is to establish this lesser-explored region as a captivating destination for unforgettable scuba diving adventures, all while emphasizing the ongoing need for the preservation and conservation of its marine environment.
| Fleet name | Almonda |
|---|---|
| Year built | 2017 |
| Length | 39.9m |
| Width | 8.57m |
| Max occupancy | 24 Persons |
As ever, the crew and guides were professional, efficient, kind, patient and great fun.
Located on the Lower Deck of the vessel.
| Deck | Lower Deck |
|---|---|
| Bedding | Twin Beds |
| Max occupancy | 2 |
| Ensuite bathroom | Yes |
| Air-Conditioning | Yes |
| Number of Cabins | 8 |
Located on the Lower Deck of the vessel.
| Deck | Lower Deck |
|---|---|
| Bedding | 1 Queen Size Bed |
| Max occupancy | 2 |
| Ensuite bathroom | Yes |
| Air-Conditioning | Yes |
| Number of Cabins | 2 |
Located on the Upper Deck of the vessel, to provide a bright and light space from which to enjoy your trip.
| Deck | Upper Deck |
|---|---|
| Bedding | 1 Queen Size Bed |
| Max occupancy | 2 |
| Ensuite bathroom | Yes |
| Air-Conditioning | Yes |
| Number of Cabins | 2 |
All cabins are equipped with air conditioning, TV, refrigerator and hair dryer. Seawater degradable shower gel and hair shampoo are available in the cabins, as are bathrobes/ponchos and large sun towels.
| Max occupancy | 24 |
|---|---|
| Twin Cabins | 8 |
| Double Cabins | 2 |
| Master Cabins | 2 |
| Air-Conditioning | ✓ Yes |
| In-Cabin Entertainment | ✓ Yes |
| Towel Change | Mid Week |
| Saloon | ✓ Yes |
| Dive School | ✓ Yes |
|---|---|
| Equipment Rental | ✓ Yes |
| Nitrox Membrane | ✓ Yes |
| Re-Breather Friendly | ✓ Yes |
| Tec Diving Friendly | ✓ Yes |
| Compressors | Bauer Mariner 215l/min |
| Tenders | 2 |
| Zodiac number | 2 |
| Zodiac engines | 45 HP |
| Tech Diving | Yes |
| First Aid | ✓ Yes |
|---|---|
| First Aiders | ✓ Yes |
| Emergency Oxygen | ✓ Yes |
| Oxygen Administrators | ✓ Yes |
| Life Jackets | ✓ Yes |
| Life Rafts | ✓ Yes |
| Tag & Dive System | ✓ Yes |
| VHF Ship to Tender Radios | ✓ Yes |
| Fire Fighting Equipment | ✓ Yes |
| Engine Room Fire Control System | Co2 |
| AED | ✓ Yes |
| Smoke Detectors | ✓ Yes |
| Length | 39.9m |
|---|---|
| Width | 8.57m |
| Engines | 2x Detroit |
| Generators | Cummins |
| Compressors | Bauer Mariner 215l/min |
→ Full board accommodation in a Twin Cabin with shower, TV and toilet.
→ Full board starts with dinner on the day of arrival and ends with breakfast on the day of departure.
→ Full board includes tea, Nescafé, bottled water and soft drinks.
→ Dive up to four dives per day, last day 2 dives.
→ 12-L tank of aluminium and weights.
→ Professional dive guides.
→ 32% Nitrox.
If the nitrox system is not available for technical reasons, there is no right to reimbursement.
→ Transfer from Airport to boat and boat to Airport.
→ Cabin surcharges per person
→ 15-L bottles of steel have to be ordered in advance.
→ Massages by reservation.
→ Gratuities for crew and guides.
→ Rental equipment.
→ Tonic in small bottles.
→ Flight.
→ Entry Visa.
→ Only cash payment is possible on board.
Prices are per week and are subject to change without notice.
Equipment and cylinder rental should be pre-booked and pre-paid to guarantee availability.
All on-board payments are subject to local tax and subject to change without notice.
Private Dive Guide prices are per week and must be pre-booked and pre-paid. Subject to availability, please enquire if you are interested.
Prices subject to change without notice.
With Blue Whales Safari Liveaboard you dive into breathtaking wildlife, beautiful corals and fascinating wrecks.
We are looking forward to welcome you onboard soon!
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