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About Grand Sea Explorer®
Scuba diving in the Red Sea
The MV Grand Sea Explorer, is your ticket to a luxurious diving experience in the Red Sea. With a length of 43.3 meters (142 feet), this opulent vessel is designed for pampering and exceptional service. Accommodating up to 28 divers, you can enjoy the ultimate in comfort with 14 staterooms, including expansive suites and cozy cabins, all equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, personal fridges, and en-suite bathrooms with jet showers. Experience smooth cruising and stability as you explore the Red Sea on this well-appointed vessel. The spacious dive deck with individual seating stations allows for effortless diving. Divers are supported by three professional guides in the water on every dive, and with free Nitrox for certified divers, you can make the most of your underwater adventures.
Relax and unwind on the Grand Sea Explorer with covered sun decks, entertainment systems, and free WIFI to share your incredible journey. Whether you choose to lounge on deck or explore the dive sites, this vessel is your passport to unparalleled luxury in one of the most iconic diving destinations in the world. Book your trip now and elevate your diving experience on Grand Sea Explorer.
We spent an unforgettable week diving the Red Sea aboard the GrandSea Explorer with Explorer Ventures, and the entire experience was exceptional from start to finish.
The food alone deserves its own five stars — every meal was delicious, prepared by truly talented cooks, and the dining staff made sure we were never hungry after a dive. Whether it was snacks, treats, or something warm waiting for us, they always seemed to anticipate exactly what we needed.
The dive staff provided VIP-level care the entire week. They helped us into our gear, hung our wetsuits to dry, and were right there to assist whenever it was time to suit back up. Their attention to safety was outstanding as they guided us from the main boat to the rib tender and back again. And after each dive, being wrapped in a warm towel was absolutely perfect after the chilly Red Sea waters.
Our dive guides were the heart of the adventure. Their detailed briefings gave us a clear picture of what to expect, and once in the water, they showed us the magic the Red Sea is famous for — vibrant soft corals, stunning reefscapes, and, for me, the most incredible shark encounter of my life: a graceful thresher shark gliding by just 25 feet away.
For anyone considering a liveaboard diving experience in the Red Sea, Explorer Ventures is the easy choice. They delivered comfort, safety, unforgettable dives, and world-class service every single day. Highly recommended!
– Daniel D, December 7, 2025
Photographer Amenities Aboard Grand Sea Explorer
From famous wrecks and tiny reef life to sharks, offshore pinnacles and sweeping underwater scenes, the Red Sea gives photographers plenty of reasons to switch lenses. Grand Sea Explorer has dedicated camera facilities built into the dive deck setup.
Camera Facilities
- Camera table: Dedicated camera table on the dive deck
- Charging: Approximately 30 220V charging outlets on the dive deck
- Camera rinse: Dedicated rinse tank
- Drying: Air guns/hoses available
- Storage: Shelving on the dive platform
What Underwater Photographers Can Shoot
The subject matter changes with the route. Northern Red Sea itineraries bring wrecks and macro photography, while Brothers, Daedalus, Elphinstone, Zabargad and Rocky Island shift the focus toward wide angle and bigger marine life. St. Johns and Fury Shoals add another mix of macro, wide-angle opportunities, reefs and caves.
Best for:
Photographers exploring historic wrecks, dramatic reef walls and underwater caves, with exciting shark encounters, large schooling fish, colourful reefs, fascinating macro life and spectacular wide-angle opportunities.
Grand Sea Explorer at a Glance
Everything you need to know about Grand Sea Explorer, from accommodations and onboard amenities to the dive deck and technical specifications.
Length overall: 142ft (43.3 meters)
Beam: 27.2ft (8.3 meters)
Main engines: 2x 720 hp CAT
Generators: 2x 60KW, 1x 80KW
Cruising Speed: 12 knots
Water Makers: 2x 8000L/daily
Accommodations: 28 passengers in 14 air-conditioned cabins situated over three decks with private bathrooms and showers. Up to 3 dive guides and 2 tenders.
Safety Equipment: First aid kit, oxygen kit; life jackets; fire fighting system, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors; fire alarms; vhf radio, cb radio, satellite phone, GPS, compass, ENOS (electronic emergency call and location system.
Air Systems: 500L membrane system and 3 air Bauer compressors with a total of 1350L aligned. Nitrox, booster pump for technical and CCR divers (various gas mixtures available directly on board – contact us for details).
The topmost deck is the fly deck, which offers both shaded and full-sun areas for relaxation as well as the bridge.
The upper deck includes the al-fresco dining area, the bar, Staterooms 9-12 (queen or twin beds), Suite 14 (King bed), and a large lounge area.
The large main deck contains Suite 13 (King bed or 2 twins), the air-conditioned dining and lounge area, TV viewing area with DVD/CD music system, common restroom, galley, camera charging station, and the dive deck with a large camera table.
Staterooms 1-6 with twin beds and Staterooms 7-8 with queen beds are located on the lower deck, accessed via stairs from the main deck.
