Tel  01344 454245

Red Sea Liveaboard

8th March 2008

Get Wrecked Programme

M.Y. Whirlwind

Free Nitrox (TBC)

If you haven’t experienced a liveaboard dive holiday before then this is the opportunity for you. If you have then you will know it offers some of the best diving you can experience. Often travelling in the dark and arriving ready for the next dive in the early morning, you are sometimes the first or only dive group on a reef and the sights and fish life reflect this.

With compressors on board you simply kit up your tank at the start of the week and that’s the last time you’ll need to do it. Your space on the dive deck is your own for the duration and the effortless style of operation leaves more time and effort for the diving itself. 

The time between dives is spent relaxing, eating, sunbathing or even doing some study for further qualifications.

Whirlwind was launched in June 2006 and is the latest addition to the Tornado Marine Fleets. One glance at Whirlwind and her impressive design and use of space proves that yet again Tornado Marine Fleet are the pioneers in building boats within the Red Sea.
First impression of Whirlwind is that of comfort and space. All the outer areas are teak laid with the upper sun-deck almost the entire length of the boat. Along with a Jacuzzi /spa there is ample room for sun bathers and those seeking shaded areas. Leading down from the upper sun deck is another level known as the cocktail deck. Ideal for briefings and sundowners this area has plenty of wicker tables and chairs to enjoy lunch, dinner or the odd post dive drink.
The dive deck offers up spectacular amount of space, enough for the whole boat to comfortably kit up.
The impressive saloon area is well equipped with comfortable chairs and tables, plasma screen, DVD, a multi channel sound system, juice and hot drink station and of course the popular licensed bar making this an ideal spot to relax in the evening. The Saloon leads out onto the cocktail deck, so whatever the weather there is somewhere to relax after a long days diving.
Below the Saloon is the dining area which is reached by an attractive spiral stair case or from the dive deck. Circular tables offer up more space and create the ambience of a large continental cafe.
There are plenty of charging facilities throughout the boat including each cabin. All cabins are en-suite with individually controlled A/C. The design of the en-suites allow for more comfort as they incorporate a separate shower from the other facilities. All cabins are twin cabins allowing for 20 guests with 3 cabins on the main deck and the rest below deck.
The latest Iridium Satellite communications system provides facilities for guests to use both telephone and email.

 We will be flying directly into and out of Sharm,  with only 10 minutes transfer time to the boat. Flight is from Gatwick, South Terminal

 You will also need a torch, delayed SMB, Computer and signalling device; we have these in stock should you wish to buy them.  

If you are worried about the cold water it is approx. 22/24 degrees centigrade, a full length 5mm is advisable, if you wish to buy a wet suit we have a good stock or rent a wet suit in the Red Sea, you may do so. 

Note! If equipment required; 1 week hire £75 for regulator and BCD, these must be collected the day before departure. (Local hire cost is from £90).  Computers are available for a weeks hire £25 (let us know in advance) 

As for insurance, you must have diving/travel insurance and show proof of it to us on booking your holiday.  We do have some information on specialist diving insurers which we can arrange for you, so please contact Collin at the Dive Centre for further details.  

You will need a full passport, if you don’t have an Egyptian visa you may be required to pay for a one trip visa at the airport which usually costs approximately £10.00 each. Don’t forget to get your vaccinations done - Strongly Advised. 

If you have any questions or we haven’t explained things clearly give us a call on 01344 454245 or come in and see us! 

Holiday Price £ 875 incl. Flights, Transfers, unlimited diving, Full Board, hotel stay for the last night on a half board basis. plus Nitrox

Includes 6 days unlimited diving

B.C.D. & Reg. Hire cost £ 75.00

Rescue Course £179.00 (if required) – saving £70.00 on UK rates

If you wish to reserve a place, we require £150 deposit.