M/S Royal Evolution

Destination: Sudan & Egypt

Sudan, Red Sea & Saudi Arabia (7-14 Nights) | From $120++/night

Starting 2025, the Royal Evolution will be operating in Saudi Arabia.

Royal Evolution Quick Pitch

M/S Royal Evolution is one of the most sophisticated & high-tech liveaboards in the Red Sea area and unique, where no compromise in safety, facilities, and professionalism in diving services is found, built according to SOLAS and under the full survey of the international surveyor Bureau Veritas.

Dive Overview

The Red Sea, having a length of 2350 km and a width of 350 km at its widest point, joins the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean. Despite the fact that it is so narrow, it is, therefore, a very deep sea, reaching almost 3000 meters in the central area and dropping 600-800 meters at many points near the reef: a wall of water where scuba divers find themselves swimming. Sudan area experienced a certain amount of diving tourism. Sudanese waters are possibly the most beautiful in the Red Sea and are certainly the wildest. Every trip to Sudan has the aura of adventure and every dive the thrill of meeting sharks and large pelagics. The Sudanese reefs rise like mushrooms from considerable depths.

[See: Sudan Dive Travel Guide & Red Sea Dive Travel Guide]

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Accommodations

Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos

Royal Evolution Accommodation Overview

Royal Evolution has accommodation for 24 passengers in double and twin share cabins, all with ensuites. All accommodations are air-conditioned.

Royal Evolution Cabin Details

• 8 double/twin cabins (3.6m X 4m = 14.40m2 including ensuite):
• Twin beds (Two separate beds)
• 1 X desk & chair
• 2 X locker & drawer unit
• Bar fridge
• Fully Air Conditioning with individual thermostat control
• 1 X 34cm TV & DVD player entertainment system in each cabin
• Marine Satelite receiver
• Sound system with volume control
• 1 X Shower/Toilet unit ensuite per cabin with complete amenities, hairdryer & 220V power supply facilities
• Safety Box
• Smoking detector alarm
• Automatic Sprinkler anti-fireflood
• 4 double/twin suites (3.80m X 4.20m = 15.96m2 including ensuite; two cabins are disabled friendly):
• 1 X Queen size bed
• 1 X desk & chair
• 2 X locker & drawer unit
• Bar fridge
• Fully Air Conditioning with individual thermostat control
• 1 X 34cm TV & Video player entertainment system in each cabin
• Marine Satelite receiver
• Sound system with volume control
• 1 X Shower/Toilet unit ensuite per cabin with complete amenities, hairdryer & 220V power supply facilities
• Safety Box

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General Facilities

Royal Evolution Boat Features

• Dining area with tables and chairs for 24 guests
• Smoking detector alarm
• Automatic Sprinkler anti-fireflood
• Lounge seating for 24 guests
• Bar with fridges
• Coffee tables
• Light table for slides
• Sound system (CD player & Tape player) for public areas
• 1 X 130cm Plasma TV and DVD/VCR connected with home theatre audio system
• DVD & CD library
• Sea-Tel Marine Satellite receiver
• Books & Magazines library
• Slide projector with screen
• Video/ CD editing & E6 Photo processing
• 1 X Laptop
• 1 X 34cm television monitor
• 1 X computer for digital video/CD & DVD editing
• Individual charging 110/220V & storing locker for cameras & torches for 24 guests
• 6 X Teak wood sun lounges
• 8 X Teak wood outdoor tables
• Outdoor Teak door sofa & chairs
• Bar with fridges & four bar chairs
• Spa/Jacuzzi
• Outdoor music speaker

Royal Evolution Dive Facilities

• Large dive platform with fresh water showers at water level
• Scuba & Nitrox filling stations (from 22-40%)
• Booster Pump, Trimix & O2 filling panel for Technical Diving
• Individual dive locker for 24 guests & 4 crew members with storage facilities for dive tanks and associated personnel equipment
• 4 X handheld showers on dive platform
• 1 X Camera station ( 3 racks) for storage and maintenance of underwater photographic & video equipment, equipped by two air guns for drying
• 2 X fresh water rinsing tank for washing dive gear
• 2 X Stainless Steel hanging racks for wetsuits
• 1 X hot & cold shower unit
• 1 X bathroom unit
• 6 x complete sets of backup diving equipment available for rent
• 32 X 12Liters Aluminum for Normal air & Nitrox fill with DIN/INT valves
• 8 X 15Litres Aluminum tanks for Normal air & Nitrox fill available for rent with DIN/INT valves
• 7 X 10Liters Aluminum tanks for stages available for rent with DIN/INT valve
• 7 X manifolds
• Two Rib Tenders 5.5m with 2 X 55 hp Yamaha Outboard plus one Rib Tender 4.2m with 25hp Yamaha Outboard
• Helium supply on request (for licensed technical divers)
• Diving courses on request

Royal Evolution Liveaboard Deck Plan

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Schedule, Rates & Availability

Royal Evolution Schedule & Rates

The rates shown below are per person in USD. The pricing at the time of booking may vary depending on the latest EUR/USD exchange rate.

[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions]

Inclusions

• Accommodation (based on two people sharing)
• Full board (including snacks between meals and after dives)
• Mineral water, coffee, tea & most soft drinks
• Unlimited dives
• 12Ltr Alu.tank
• Weights
• Airport meet, assist, transfers to & from nearest airport to embarkation port
• Entry visa for Egypt
• Transfers & last/first night hotel when applicable

Exclusions

• Alcohol drinks, cans soft drinks, extra dive services, Nitrox fill, airfares, medical insurance & crew gratuities are not included
• A supplement of 90 Euro per person per trip will be charged for Port fees & permissions on all Northern Itineraries in Egypt starting from Hurghada Port
• A supplement of 120 Euro per person per trip will be charged for Port fees & permissions on all Southern Itineraries in Egypt starting from Port Ghalib Port
• A supplement of 30 Euro per night for the main deck cabins, on individual booking.
• A supplement of 400Euro & 155 US$ per person for all Nationalities and 400 Euro & 205 US$ for American Nationalities per person per trip will be charged for all Sudan trips for Sudan local taxes & entry visa
• In the event of small group bookings for Egypt itineraries, with 5 full paying guests place no 6 will be free from the cruise price.
• In the event of small group bookings for Sudan trips, with 7 full paying guests place no 8 will be free from the cruise p
• A supplement of 65% from the cruise price for single use cabin on individual booking.

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Rates & Availability

For more information on rates and availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at 310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!

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Dive Information & Destinations

Sudan Deep South - 7 Nights

• Day 1: Port Sudan – Embarkation
• Day 2: Sailing to Sha’b Amber for Check dive, sailing to Tamarshira for 2nd and night dive. Sailing at night to Habili Abid.
• Day 3: Early morning dive at Habili Abid, 2nd dive, 3rd dive and night dive at Dahret Abid
• Day 4: Sailing early morning to north Habili Miyum for 1st dive, 2nd dive at Qab Miyum, 3rd dive and night dive at Qab Abu Isa.
• Day 5: Sailing early morning to Habili Loka for 1st Dive, sailing to Habili Dibsil for 2nd dive, sailing to 
• Dibsel Island for 3rd Dive, sailing to Bara Musa for night dive. Sailing at night to Logan Reef.
• Day 6: Early morning dive at Logan reef, sailing to Jibna reef for 2nd dive, sailing to south Sanganeb for 3rd and night dive.
• Day 7: Sailing early morning to M/V Umbria Wreck for morning and 2nd dive.
• Sailing to Port Sudan disembarkation or staying overnight.
• All itineraries can be changed due to weather conditions...

Sudan Deep South - 10 Nights

• Day 1: Port Sudan – Embarkation
• Day 2: Sailing to Amber reef for check dive, sailing to Tamarshira for 2nd and night dive. Sailing at night to Habili Abid.
• Day 3: Early morning dive at Habili Abid, 2nd dive, 3rd dive and night dive at Dahret Abid.
• Day 4: Sailing early morning to north Habili Miyum for 1st dive, 2nd dive at Qab Miyum, 3rd dive and night dive at Qab Abu Isa.
• Day 5: Sailing early morning to Habily Myam for 1st Dive, Habily Darraka for 2nd dive, sailing to Habily Quab for 3rd dive and night dive.
• Day 6: Sailing early morning to Habili Loka for 1st dive, sailing to Habili Dibsil for 2nd dive, sailing to Dibsel Island for 3rd Dive, sailing to Bara Musa for night dive. Sailing at night to Logan Reef.
• Day 7: Sailing early morning to Jibna reef for 1st dive, sailing to Logan for 2nd dive, sailing to Sha’b Amber for 3rd and night dive. Sailing at night to Sha’b Rumi.
• Day 8: Diving the whole day at Sha’b Rumi & “Cousteau Conshelf “and night dive.
• Day 9: Early morning dive on North plateau of Sha’b Rumi ( Depending on weather condition), sailing to Sanganeb North plateau for 2nd dive, 3rd dive and night dive at Sanganeb South plateau.
• Day 10: Sailing early morning to M/V Umbria Wreck for morning and 2nd dive. Sailing to Port Sudan. 
• Dis-embarkation or staying overnight.
• All itineraries can be changed due to weather conditions...

Sudan North & South - 7 Nights

• Day 1: Port Sudan – Embarkation
• Day 2: Sailing to M/V Umbria Wreck, for Check dive, 2nd and
• 3rd dives, night dive at Umbria ( Wingates Reef). Sailing at night to Angarosh Reef.
• Day 3: Early morning dive and 2nd dive at Angarosh Reef, 3rd dive at Abington reef and night dive at Shambaya.
• Day 4: Sailing early morning to north Merlo Reef for 1st dive, sailing to Quita’a Elbanna for 2nd & 3rd Dives, sailing to Elgurna reef for night dive.
• Day 5: Sailing early morning to Sha’ab Rumi and stay over days for 2 dives on south plateau, 3rd dive at “Cousteau Conshelf”, sailing to Sanganeb south for night dive.
• Day 6: Sailing early morning to North Suakin Group, 1st dive at Sha’ab Jibna, sailing to Logan for 2nd dive and Sha’ab Anbar for 3rd dive, night dive at Sha’ab Anbar or sailing to Snaganeb Reef depending on weather condition.
• Day 7: Morning dive at Sanganeb North plateau and 2nd dive at Sanganeb South plateau. Sailing to Port Sudan. dis-embarkation or staying overnight.
• All itineraries can be changed due to weather conditions...

Deep South Sudan - 11 Nights

• Day 1: Port Sudan – Embarkation
• Day 2: Sailing to Amber reef for check dive, sailing to Tamarshira for 2nd and night dive. Sailing at night to Habili Abid.
• Day 3: Early morning dive at Habili Abid, 2nd dive, 3rd dive and night dive at Dahret Abid.
• Day 4: Sailing early morning to north Habili Miyum for 1st dive, 2nd dive at Qab Miyum, 3rd dive and night dive at Qab Abu Isa.
• Day 5: Sailing early morning to Habily Myam for 1st Dive, Habily Darraka for 2nd dive, sailing to Habily Quab for 3rd dive and night dive.
• Day 6: Sailing early morning to Habili Loka for 1st dive, sailing to Habili Dibsil for 2nd dive, sailing to 
• Dibsel Island for 3rd Dive, sailing to Bara Musa for night dive. Sailing at night to Jibna Reef.
• Day 7: Early morning dive at Jibna Reef, sailing to Logan for 2nd dive, sailing to Keary Reef for 3rd dive, sailing to Sha’ab Amber for night dive
• Day 8: Early morning dive at Sha’ab Amber, sailing to Habily Nakhalat for 2nd dive, sailing to Sha’ab Quseir for 3rd and night dives, sailing at night to Sha’ab Rumi.
• Day 9: Diving the whole day at Sha’ab Rumi & “Cousteau Conshelf “and night dive.
• Day 10: Early morning dive on North plateau of Sha’b Rumi (Depending on weather condition), sailing to Sanganeb North plateau for 2nd dive, 3rd dive and night dive at Sanganeb South plateau.

Sudan Itinerary out from Port Ghaleb - Egypt

• Day 1: Port Ghaleb – Embarkation – Sailing at Night to Fury Shoel or St.John reef.
• Day 2: Check dive at Fury Shoel or St.John reef. Diving the whole day. Sailing after night dive to Shalalat.
• Day 3: Early morning dive at Shalalat. Sailing to Port Sudan.
• Day 4: Arriving early morning to Port Sudan for Visa Registration & local taxes payment (approx 2 - 3 hours), sailing to Umbria wreck for one or two dives, one night dive and possible a second night dive after dinner.
• Day 5: Diving the whole day at Sanganeb reef (North & South plateau).
• Day 6: Early morning dive at North plateau of Sanganeb reef, then sailing to Shaab Rumi for second dive at “Cousteau Conshelf” and night dive.
• Day 7: Diving the whole day Shaab Rumi. Sailing early morning to Shab Suadi.
• Day 8: Early morning & morning dives at the Blue Belt (Toyota Wreck), third dive at the northern plateau of Shab Suadi, sailing at night to Angarosh reef.
• Day 9: Diving the whole day at Angarosh reef. P.S: Sailing to Mesherifa for afternoon dive & overnight (only in October for the Manta season)
• Day 10: Sailing to Abington reef, diving the whole day, night dive and overnight.
• Day 11: Sailing to Merlo reef, diving the whole day, night dive and overnight.
• Day 12: Sailing early morning to Angarosh reef for 2 dives then Sailing to St. John reef.
• Day 13: Depending on weather conditions and arrival time (one or two dives) at St. John reef, sailing to White Rock for afternoon & last dive, sailing to Port Ghaleb.
• Day 14: Port Ghaleb – Dis-­Embarkation.
• All itineraries can be changed due to weather conditions...

Brothers, Daedalus, Rocky & St. John - 7 Nights

• Day 1: Embarkation (Port Ghalib)
• Day 2: Check Dive at El Shouna, Sailing to Elphinstone for mid-afternoon & afternoon dive. Sailing at night to the Brothers.
• Day 3: Dive the Big Brother morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon dives.
• Day 4: Dive the Small Brother morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon dives. Sailing at night to Daedalus Reef.
• Day 5: Dive Daedalus morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon dives. Sailing at night to Rocky Island.
• Day 6: Morning dive at Rocky Island, mid-afternoon dive at Zabargad Island then sailing to St. John reef for afternoon & night dive. Sailing at night to Fury Shoel.
• Day 7: Morning dive at Shaab Maksur & mid-afternoon dive at Claudia reef. Sailing to Port Ghalib.
• Day 8: Arriving early morning at Port Ghalib. Dis-Embarkation

Brothers & Elphinstone - 6 Nights

• DAY 1: Port Ghalib (Embarkation)
• DAY 2: Sailing to EL SHOUNA for 1st dive (check dive), then sailing to ELPHINSTONE for mid-afternoon & afternoon dive. Night dive at ABU ELDABAB. Sailing at night to THE BROTHERS.
• DAY 3: Dive at THE BROTHERS morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon.
• DAY 4: Dive at THE BROTHERS morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon .
• DAY 5: Dive at THE BROTHERS morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon
• DAY 6: Dive at THE BROTHERS morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon. Sailing at night to Elphinstone.
• DAY 7: Morning & mid-afternoon dive at ELPHINSTONE, sailing to Port Ghaleb for disembarkation.

Special Wrecks - 6 Nights

• DAY 1: Hurghada - Embarkation
• DAY 2: Check Dive, Sailing to Abu Nuhas to dive Gianis-D & Carnatic wrecks, Overnight at Abu Nuhas.
• DAY 3: Dive at Abu Nuhas the Sea Star, Carnatic & Chrisoula-K Wrecks, sailing to Gubal for Night Dive & overnight.
• DAY 4: Dive morning & mid-afternoon dives at Rosalie-Moller wreck, sailing to Ulysses wreck for afternoon dive, Sailing at night to the Brothers.
• DAY 5: Morning & mid-afternoon dives at Numibia wreck, afternoon dive at Aida wreck, overnight at the Brothers.
• DAY 6: Morning & mid-afternoon dives at Numibia wreck, afternoon dive at Aida wreck, sailing at night to Safaga.
• DAY 7: Morning & mid-afternoon dives at Salem Express wreck, sailing back to Hurghada.
• DAY 8: Hurghada (Disembarkation)
• Thisilgorm at Shaa'b Ali could be included on this itinerary in case of staying only one day in Abu Nuhas.

Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone - 6 Nights

• DAY 1: Hurghada (Embarkation).
• DAY 2: Sailing to RAS DISHA for 1st dive (check dive), then sailing to MIDDLE REEF for afternoon dive. Sailing at night to THE BROTHERS.
• DAY 3: Dive at THE BROTHERS morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon.
• DAY 4: Dive at THE BROTHERS morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon. Sailing overnight to DAEDELUS REEF.
• DAY 5: Dive at DAEDELUS REEF morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon. Sailing overnight to ELPHINSTONE REEF.
• DAY 6: Dive at ELPHINSTONE REEF morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon. Sailing at night and overnight to Hurghada
• DAY 7: Dive Giftun & Abu Ramada - Hurghada (Disembarkation).

Daedalus, Rocky Zabargad & St. John - 6 Nights

• DAY 1: Port Ghaleb (Embarkation).
• DAY 2: Sailing to ABU DABAB for 1st dive (check dive), then sailing to ELPHINSTONE for afternoon dive. Sailing at night to DAEDELUS REEF.
• DAY 3: Dive at DAEDELUS REEF morning, mid-afternoon & afternoon. Sailing at night to ROCKY ISLAND.
• DAY 4: Dive at ROCKY ISLAND morning, dive ZABARGAD mid-day & afternoon.
• DAY 5: Dive at ST. JOHNS morning, mid-afternoon. Sailing to White Rock for third dive & overnight.
• DAY 6: Sailing early morning to FURY SHOAL. Dive at FURY SHOAL morning & mid-afternoon & afternoon. Sailing at night to Elphinstone.
• DAY 7: Morning & mid-afternoon dive at Elphinstone, sailing to Port Ghaleb (Disembarkation).

Northern Itinerary - 6 Nights

• DAY 1: Hurghada (Embarkation).
• DAY 2: Sailing to SHEEB EL ERG for 1st dive (check dive), then sailing to dive ABU NUHAS wrecks. Overnight at UMM USK.
• DAY 3: Sailing to ABU NUHAS wreck, including GIANNIS D, CARNATIC, CHRISOULA K. Sailing to Shab Ali for overnight.
• DAY 4: Morning dives at THISTLEGORM wreck, then sailing to SHAG ROCK (Sarah H wreck), overnight at 
• Gubal Island.
• DAY 5: Diving Rosalie Moller wreck, sailing to Siyul Saghira for afternoon and overnight.
• DAY 6: Sailing to GEZIRET UM GAMMAR & CARLESS REEF south. Overnight at Small Giftun
• DAY 7: Dive Small Giftun, dive GOTA ABU RAMADA, Hurghada (Disembarkation).

saudi arabia itinerary 2025

Scuba diving in Saudi Arabia promises a dis0nc0ve underwater adventure, showcasing a plethora of marine life and cap0va0ng dive sites. Along the Red Sea's western coastline, Saudi Arabia boasts some of the planet's most immaculate coral reefs and dynamic underwater ecosystems. Among Saudi Arabia's premier diving area is the Farasan Banks, a cluster of islands nestled in the Red Sea. Here, enthusiasts can dive into coral gardens, underwater pinnacles, and encounter a myriad of marine species, from vibrant fish to majes0c turtles, rays, and an array of sharks.

While Saudi Arabia's underwater realms remain rela0vely uncharted compared to other dive des0na0ons, its pris0ne reefs and abundant marine biodiversity offer boundless poten0al for scuba diving enthusiasts. Diving in the Red Sea is generally favorable year-round due to its temperate climate. However, the op0mal 0me for diving is typically during the cooler months spanning from October to May.

Farasan Banks: Premier Dive Destination:

The Farasan Banks stand as a pinnacle among Saudi Arabia's scuba diving des0na0ons, known for their stunning coral reefs, diverse marine life, and crystal waters. Here's a comprehensive overview of diving at the Farasan Banks:

• Location: Situated in the Red Sea, off the coast of Jizan Province in southwestern Saudi Arabia, the Farasan Banks consist of a group of submerged reefs and coral forma0ons.
• Marine Life: The area is home to a diverse range of marine species, including colorful coral reefs, tropical fish, rays, sharks, and even dolphins, providing divers with an immersive encounter with thriving underwater ecosystems.
• Visibility: Visibility in the waters surrounding the Farasan Banks typically exceeds 30 meters (100 feet), offering unparalleled clarity for divers to admire the underwater landscape and its marine creatures.
• Dive Sites: Divers can explore a variety of dive sites around the Farasan Banks, each offering unique underwater landscape and marine encounters, ranging from underwater pinnacles and coral gardens, walls where divers can explore crevices and caves.
• Dive Conditions: Generally, diving condi0ons at the Farasan Banks are favorable, characterized by calm seas and minimal currents, although condi0ons may vary seasonally.
• Accessibility: Access to the Farasan Banks is typically facilitated via Liveaboard from the mainland, with the nearest port being the je[y of Al-Lith city, situated approximately 220 kilometers south of Jeddah.

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Other Information

Boat Specifications

• Length Overall: 39.00 m
• Length on Waterline: 35.60 m
• Beam on Waterline: 8.20 m
• Beam (Molded): 8.60 m
• Hull Depth: 3.60 m
• Hull Draft: 2.10 m
• Engines: 2 X CUMMINS KTA 38 – M1
• Gearbox: Twin Disc MG 6619 A
• Cruising speed: 12 knots
• Maximum speed: 14 knots
• Total Displacement: 280 Tonnes
• Register Gross Tonnage: 476 Tonnes
• Compressors: 3 X 250 Liters/min DiveMix with auto condansate drain and additional separate air filter
• Maximum guests: 24
• Number of cabins: 12
• Number of crew: 16

Practical Information

• Time Zone: UTC+3
• Local Currency: Egyptian pound (EGP) & Sudanese Pound (SDG)
• Language Spoken: Arabic, German, and English
• Electricity: 220 volt
• Payment Onboard: Cash, VISA & Mastercard

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