Sharm el Sheikh Diving Holidays

No prior experience is required as Sharm el Sheikh offers everything from beginner Discover Scuba programs to advanced PADI courses. iTravel Holidays can arrange packages that include certification courses with internationally recognised PADI dive centres.

Two-tank boat dives typically cost £25-35 per day, while PADI Open Water courses range from £200-300. Many of our hotel packages include diving credits or partnerships with local dive centres for discounted rates.

The Red Sea hosts over 1,000 fish species including reef sharks, Napoleon wrasse, giant moray eels, and colourful coral gardens. Seasonal highlights include whale shark sightings and manta ray encounters at cleaning stations.

Absolutely - calm, clear waters and shallow reef sites make it ideal for new divers. iTravel Holidays partners with PADI centres offering comprehensive beginner courses in perfect learning conditions with excellent visibility.

Must-visit sites include Ras Mohammed National Park, the SS Thistlegorm wreck, Jackson Reef, and the local reefs at Naama Bay. Our diving packages include accommodation near the best boat departure points for easy access.

Diving is excellent year-round with water temperatures from 22-28°C. April-June and September-November offer peak visibility and comfortable conditions, while winter months provide great value with slightly cooler but still pleasant diving weather.

Yes, Sharm el Sheikh is renowned for PADI training with numerous certified dive centres offering courses from Open Water to Divemaster level. The calm conditions and clear water create perfect learning environments for new divers.

Dive sites range from shallow 5-metre coral gardens perfect for beginners to dramatic walls and wrecks extending beyond 30 metres for advanced divers. This variety makes Sharm el Sheikh suitable for all experience levels and certification limits.