Sea Serpent Fleet

SS Contessa

This superior 5 star vessel is beautiful in all aspects, from the cheery interior design, unmatched by any other in the Red Sea, to the sheer size of the platform. Not only is the vessel’s design a sight for sore eyes, it allows smooth navigation in high sea with maximum safety and comfort. The half shaded sundeck is an ideal place to relax and enjoy the cool evenings while the top deck offers a perfect tanning spot for sun lovers. Gracious, superior and most beautiful, is she offering an unforgettable experience.

Schedule Deck Plan
Boat Tour Safety
Cabins 12
Capacity 24
Length 36
Beam 7.5

Saloon

Experience the perfect break in the middle of the boat. Our saloon is the ideal place to relax after an exciting day. Let yourself be carried away by the cozy atmosphere while you enjoy a refreshing drink, sink into a good book or chat with other adventurers. Here, relaxation and conviviality combine to create an unforgettable experience. Treat yourself to a well-deserved break in one of the retreats on the safari!

  • Rest and Relax - be ready into your next dive adventure!

Food & Beverage

Real enjoyment is not limited to the flavor and quality of the food, but also includes the visual experience. The presentation of the food influence our senses. Dining together on board our boats thus becomes a holistic experience. You can expect a fantastic and personalized service. On top, our talented chefs are passionate to realize your individual wishes and transforming them into culinary masterpieces. Immerse yourself in an unforgettable journey of pleasure, where every moment is a feast for all the senses. No wishes should remain unfulfilled.

  • European & Egyptian Cuisine
  • Local fresh Sea Food
  • Fresh baked products are guaranteed by our own pastry chefs on-board
  • Fruit basket is always available
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free or other wishes which relate specifically to your personal needs are taken into consideration by us (you are also welcome to bring your own special products)
  • Water, Soft Drinks, Tea, Instant Coffee, Fresh made juices and smoothies | FREE
  • Nespresso capsules, sparkling water, alcoholic beverages | Extra Charge

Boat Features

  • Camera Station
  • Air-Conditioned saloon
  • Indoor Saloon
  • Charging stations
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
  • Separate Rinse for u/w Camera
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Aircon Cabins
  • Nori-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
  • En-Suite bathrooms
  • Outside Showers
  • Dedicated Local International Crew
  • Audio & video entertainment
  • Sun Deck
  • Custom built for diving
  • Free Internet
  • Seaview Cabins
  • Available for Charter

Safety

The safety of our guests and crew members is the greatest concern of the Sea Serpent Fleet. All captains & crew members are taking regular training in cooperation with the Ministry of Transportation, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities as well the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transportation on how to react in the emergency cases that could be happen on board. The training of our crew members in first aid, AED and oxygen supply is standard. We guarantee a 24-hour deck watch for your safety. Our cruise directors are obliged to carry out a detailed safety briefing for the entire boat, the emergency systems and equipment and associated fire drill with all guests. This procedure must be documented.

Watch the video to learn how we prioritize your safety at sea.

Safety Drill

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Accommodation

Sea Serpent Contessa can accommodate 24 guests in 12 beautifully designed cabins, all equipped with AC and en-suite facilities, 8 twin bed cabins are located on the lower deck, 4 more on the main deck: 2 are equipped with twin beds while the 11th and 12th are double bed cabins. She provides its guests plenty of space in a relaxing salon on the main deck which is equipped with a first-class audio- and video system.

  1. 10 Twin Bed Cabins
  2. 2 Double Bed Cabin
Standard Twin Main Deck
Double Bed Main Deck
Standard Twin Lower Deck

Boat Specifications

  • Length | 36 m
  • Breadth | 7.5 m
  • Construction Material | Wood
  • Number of Decks | 4
  • Sewage holding tanks | YES
  • Sewage Treatment | YES
  • Type of Decking | Teak
  • Type of winch: manual, electric | Electric
  • Wheel Houses | 2
  • Generators | 2 x 85 KW, 1 x 120 KW
  • Engines | 2 x 1200 HP MAN
  • Desalination Unit | 1 x 18000 L / Day
  • Dive guide onboard | YES / 1 - 3
  • Speed Boat / outboards | 2 pcs | each 5.6 M | each 40 HP
  • Number of Compressors | 3
  • Compressors Capacity | 900 L / Min
  • Nitrox Membrane | 500 L / Min
  • Rebreather | YES
  • portable Booster Pump | upon request
  • ENOS System | YES
  • Courses and Nitrox onboard | YES
  • Certifying agency | SSI
  • Areas Covered | Area I, II
  • Charging Station | YES
  • Rental Equipment | YES
  • Spare Equipment | YES
  • Life Rafts with Ladder | 1 x 25 person, 2 x 20 person, annual maintenance
  • First Aid Kit, Oxygen Kit | YES
  • Life Jackets | 45
  • Life Buoys | YES
  • Fire Fighting Equipment | YES
  • Fire Alarms | YES
  • Sprinkle fire extinguisher for the Kitchen (Foam) & Engine room | YES
  • ENOS System | YES
  • Marine Signals & Flares | YES
  • Rescue rope launching gun | YES
  • Radar + Echo Sounder | YES
  • VHF Radio | YES
  • HF Radio | YES
  • EPIRB - AIS - SART | YES
  • GPS | YES
  • Compass | YES
  • CCTV Camera system | YES
  • Escape Hatches | YES
  • Spare Bilge Pump | YES
  • Rescue Boats in the North (SOS Boats) | YES
  • Contract with the hyperbaric chamber & a local hospital | YES
  • Emergency evacuation plan – is hanging on each dive deck | YES
  • Captain & one crew member, MFA Certified & Trained | YES
  • Oxygen tanks | YES
  • Magnifier Glasses | YES
  • Walkie Talkie radios between mother ship and the 2 speed boats | YES
  • AED | YES
  • Satellite phone | YES
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