Train with a PADI IDC staff instructor over three days in Hurghada and emerge certified to 18 meters. This course blends confined-water drills with open-reef dives on the Red Sea’s clear coral gardens.
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The Red Sea opens like a living atlas here: clear sapphire water, coral outcrops rising from sandy flats, and a steady current that nudges you along the reef. On day one you sit with an English PADI IDC staff instructor, watching the introductory video and practicing breathing on the regulator in confined shallow water. The ocean is always present — a low, tactile hum — reminding you what you’ll soon move through.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days (approx. 72 hours)
Fitness Level
Reasonable swimming ability and comfort in open water; basic cardiovascular fitness for repeated surface swims and gear handling.
Wildlife
History
Hurghada expanded from a 19th-century fishing settlement into a modern dive center after tourism development in the late 20th century, making it a gateway to Red Sea reefs and wrecks.
Conservation
Local dive operators emphasize reef-safe practices and often brief divers on no-touch policies; coral bleaching remains a regional concern, so minimize sunscreen runoff and anchoring impacts.
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Hydrate between dives
Drink water before and after each dive to reduce risk of dehydration and decompression sickness.
Bring a reef-safe sunscreen
Use mineral-based sunscreen or a rashguard to protect skin and the coral.
Wear a well-fitting mask
A snug mask reduces fogging and lets you focus on skills rather than leaks during confined-water practice.
Log every dive
Record skills practiced, conditions, and air usage — useful for certification and future progression.
Mask and snorkel
A personal mask that fits well ensures clearer vision and comfort during confined-water drills.
Shorty wetsuit (3–5mm)
Thermal protection for cooler months and longer surface intervals; Hurghada can feel chilly early mornings.
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Dive computer or rental computer
Tracks no-decompression limits and surface intervals — useful as you log training dives.
Dive logbook and pen
Required to record training dives and final certification details.