Penguin Divers Club
Penguin Divers Club
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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About
The Penguin dive centre is located yards from the water's edge on the seafront on the Mashraba reef and the vibe is very friendly, fresh, relaxing and positive. This is life in the slow lane – the most effort required is putting your kit in the back of the truck or putting it on before falling in the water. Our confined and open water areas are only 10 minutes from the centre. Our facilities include Penguin Hotel, restaurant, an air-conditioned classroom, TV/DVD, White Screen and its mini-library with all the DVD and CD-ROM PADI materials. We also have a screened changing area, shower rooms, fresh water rinse tanks, secure kit storage, open-air lounge. our smaller size groups & courses create an intimate and sociable atmosphere between guides, guests and crews. Our multi-national staff speak a range of languages and guests from many different countries will find all their needs catered for, both above and below the water.
Dahab, Egypt
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2024
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WillTomHughes
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia4 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
This is a fantastic dive shop, if you are a certified diver going fun diving or looking to do a dive course in Dahab I cannot recommend this shop enough. I am PADI instructor myself and in my opinion Zawowy was extremely professional, safe and had valuable local knowledge to ensure every dive was mind blowing. The whole crew at Penguin are great and will go the extra mile to make sure you dives with them are special. They also offered some nice discounts on diving and board if you stayed at their accomodation.
Written February 14, 2020
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Jordan P
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I spent a month in Dahab doing a PADI Divemaster at Penguin dive village. I cannot speak highly enough about my experience there. From the moment I arrived I was made to feel very welcome like part of the family and we tailor made a course plan to suit my needs and timeframe. Everyone at the dive-centre was fantastic and really easy to get along with. There is a laid back atmosphere in the dive centre and the dorm room I stayed in was very newly renovated and comfortable. My instructor Zawawy was very knowledgable, gave me many tips to generally improve me as a diver. I really enjoyed doing my course with him. Hesham always has a smile on his face and is very well organised behind the scenes. The gear in the dive centre is very well kept and up to date. I would very much recommend anyone thinking of doing their divemaster or any other course for that matter at penguin.
Jordan
Jordan
Written February 19, 2020
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Mohamed Khalil
Cairo, Egypt1 contribution
Sep 2020 • Family
The Team spirit in penguin divers club let you have them part of any future vacation planning in Dahab.
Penguin club team are not doing just business they create friendship that last. You should feel safe with team who treat you as a friend not a customer. Fun is guaranteed .
Penguin club is a best destination for families with children who is looking to experience diving with people who care about safety and having fun . My 15 years old daughter get certified since 2 years with penguin team . Since then we never missed a vacation in Dahab without diving with Penguin team .
It was remarkable experience for my daughter and the whole family. I am really panning to spend next 6th of October short vacation to visit Dahab and plan for few dives with my daughter .
Penguin team gives the proper attention , avail the good condition gears and care about the latest on COVID-19 precaution.
Our last vacation we have visited the Island diving spot and I would like to highlight that Penguin club team have full awareness about Dahab diving spots. that will add to the positive feedback about safety and recommend to dive with someone who is fully aware about the location in mind so he can act on any safety threats.
I do strongly recommend penguin club as best diving destination for families and individuals
Penguin club team are not doing just business they create friendship that last. You should feel safe with team who treat you as a friend not a customer. Fun is guaranteed .
Penguin club is a best destination for families with children who is looking to experience diving with people who care about safety and having fun . My 15 years old daughter get certified since 2 years with penguin team . Since then we never missed a vacation in Dahab without diving with Penguin team .
It was remarkable experience for my daughter and the whole family. I am really panning to spend next 6th of October short vacation to visit Dahab and plan for few dives with my daughter .
Penguin team gives the proper attention , avail the good condition gears and care about the latest on COVID-19 precaution.
Our last vacation we have visited the Island diving spot and I would like to highlight that Penguin club team have full awareness about Dahab diving spots. that will add to the positive feedback about safety and recommend to dive with someone who is fully aware about the location in mind so he can act on any safety threats.
I do strongly recommend penguin club as best diving destination for families and individuals
Written October 2, 2020
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Sherif F
Cairo, Egypt5 contributions
Jul 2020 • Solo
And after 9 months of no dive, penguin divers club still my destination with no hesitation, specially they took very good precautions regarding covid 19 and it felt very safe to dive with them.
My second family in Dahab where u feel home.
I still highly recommend penguin for courses and guided dives and intros for people who want to try diving for the first time 😍😍
My second family in Dahab where u feel home.
I still highly recommend penguin for courses and guided dives and intros for people who want to try diving for the first time 😍😍
Written July 11, 2020
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Clarafish
4 contributions
Oct 2022
Recently, I returned to Penguin Divers Club in Dahab for a diving vacation. I tried not to have too many expectations, as much can change in the 3 years since my previous visit. I was delighted to discover that the Penguin team is as friendly, professional and welcoming as ever.
I stayed in the dormitory, which was a great way of meeting people (both divers and non-divers) from all over the world, and I spent many happy moments relaxing and chatting with other guests in the lovely courtyard under the date palms. The dorm was great - pristine sheets, comfortable pillows and mattresses, and those little touches which make a stay more pleasant and secure – soap, plenty of toilet paper, a locker, storage beneath the bed, a light and charger socket for each bed, and a kettle! (Little suggestion; a few ceramic mugs would be useful – I bought my own, but other guests bought disposable cups…)
The location of Penguin is ideal. On one side is the tranquillity of the shore, and on the other is the street where there’s plenty of animation and some great value places to eat. On the sea side is the awesome house reef, where I encountered eagle rays, a turtle and dolphins. The reef is great for snorkelling and skin diving, but ask at the dive centre first (they’ll be happy to help/advise) as the reef is only accessible at high tide and, even then, care must be taken to avoid damaging the pristine coral reef which lies about 15 or so metres off shore.
I enjoyed every dive with the Penguin team. They are always willing to share their expertise and knowledge of the awesome dive sites and the abundant sea life. I dived for fun and to gain more experience this time around, but those I met who did OW and AOW certification with Penguin were very satisfied by the training they received. In 2019 I did my AOW with Penguin, and my instructor nurtured my enthusiasm and confidence so much that I’ve been obsessed with diving ever since!
During this stay, the staff arranged an excursion to the shipwreck SS Thistlegorm (by minibus from Dahab and then by boat from Sharm el Sheik). The trip was very well organised. I had a great time, and the Thistlegorm dives were the highlight of an awesome diving holiday.
There are many dive centres to choose from in Dahab and, after trying a few others and discussions with other divers, I’m certain Penguin offers the best value, with the emphasis on the safety, enjoyment and well-being of customers. The diving and accommodation packages are especially good value for money.
Sincere thanks to all of the Penguin team for making my stay so enjoyable.
I stayed in the dormitory, which was a great way of meeting people (both divers and non-divers) from all over the world, and I spent many happy moments relaxing and chatting with other guests in the lovely courtyard under the date palms. The dorm was great - pristine sheets, comfortable pillows and mattresses, and those little touches which make a stay more pleasant and secure – soap, plenty of toilet paper, a locker, storage beneath the bed, a light and charger socket for each bed, and a kettle! (Little suggestion; a few ceramic mugs would be useful – I bought my own, but other guests bought disposable cups…)
The location of Penguin is ideal. On one side is the tranquillity of the shore, and on the other is the street where there’s plenty of animation and some great value places to eat. On the sea side is the awesome house reef, where I encountered eagle rays, a turtle and dolphins. The reef is great for snorkelling and skin diving, but ask at the dive centre first (they’ll be happy to help/advise) as the reef is only accessible at high tide and, even then, care must be taken to avoid damaging the pristine coral reef which lies about 15 or so metres off shore.
I enjoyed every dive with the Penguin team. They are always willing to share their expertise and knowledge of the awesome dive sites and the abundant sea life. I dived for fun and to gain more experience this time around, but those I met who did OW and AOW certification with Penguin were very satisfied by the training they received. In 2019 I did my AOW with Penguin, and my instructor nurtured my enthusiasm and confidence so much that I’ve been obsessed with diving ever since!
During this stay, the staff arranged an excursion to the shipwreck SS Thistlegorm (by minibus from Dahab and then by boat from Sharm el Sheik). The trip was very well organised. I had a great time, and the Thistlegorm dives were the highlight of an awesome diving holiday.
There are many dive centres to choose from in Dahab and, after trying a few others and discussions with other divers, I’m certain Penguin offers the best value, with the emphasis on the safety, enjoyment and well-being of customers. The diving and accommodation packages are especially good value for money.
Sincere thanks to all of the Penguin team for making my stay so enjoyable.
Written October 10, 2022
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Dear oceantripper,
The team here at Penguin Divers Club is thrilled to hear such a great feedback, and we’re proud to be one of the places that made you have a pleasant trip in Dahab, it is our pleasure always to meet your expectations. We hope to see you again soon as you are one of our friends now, we're always here to make your vacation fun!
Written October 12, 2022
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Mohamed Nashaat
13 contributions
Nov 2020 • Friends
Penguin diving Center is the best place I have ever deal with in concept of teaching sports skills and giving certification of any kind of sport. I do really had my fears before getting there that I did not get my son with me since I wanted to be sure that it is safe and enjoying. I do really feeling that place is the best place to be learn diving and trusted that I will get my son to have the Open water diving certificate and I will continue the advanced course. I do really can not tell how fun and enjoying was the experience. I do really recommend any one to go there and deal with them they are very helpful, friendly, caring and much more than word can tell. I do really find more people I can consider them as family. Such experience really can not be told about all what I can say you need to go there and find by yourself I do promise that you will never regret it and will feel hard to leave them. This is the only thing that I have it was really hard when I was going back to my home town since I was feeling I am separating from my family. Captain Amr kamel my teaching Captin really is person you can’t help to not to admire him and respect.
Special thanks for Amr kamel “ my captain”, Ali for the efforts he do to get all equipment safe and in good shape, Yasmin for the coordinations and support and last but not the least Zizo driver to the diving site. Guys I do really feeling blessed and fortune to have family like you when really unexpected.
Thank you all with all of my loves 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️
Wishing you best of luck and stay safe till my next adventure soon and I will be in touch always
Mohamed Nashaat
25 to 27 Nov 2020
Special thanks for Amr kamel “ my captain”, Ali for the efforts he do to get all equipment safe and in good shape, Yasmin for the coordinations and support and last but not the least Zizo driver to the diving site. Guys I do really feeling blessed and fortune to have family like you when really unexpected.
Thank you all with all of my loves 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️
Wishing you best of luck and stay safe till my next adventure soon and I will be in touch always
Mohamed Nashaat
25 to 27 Nov 2020
Written November 29, 2020
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Rami ismail
Cairo, Egypt19 contributions
Mar 2021 • Friends
Couldn’t ask for better experience. They live up to my expectations. I expected nothing less professional, expert divers who give the utmost fun yet safe and professional experience and that’s what i get starting from offered prices to the dive.
Frankly speaking, if u seek to dive either u r expert or re-joining the club after a while or doing intro or trying to get the course. Its the place u seek directly
Thanks mr.ahmed shaaban, mr.ameen , mr.atta , miss yasmine and mr. Hesham for the experience
Frankly speaking, if u seek to dive either u r expert or re-joining the club after a while or doing intro or trying to get the course. Its the place u seek directly
Thanks mr.ahmed shaaban, mr.ameen , mr.atta , miss yasmine and mr. Hesham for the experience
Written March 16, 2021
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Thank you so much for your trust in us!
We hope to always live up to your expectations.
We're beyond happy to have you.
Hope to see you again soon!
Written July 7, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jacy M
3 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
We didn’t have any clue who we wanted to dive with in Dahab and didn’t look online beforehand, we only walked past it and it was the most professional shop we found. from the beginning it looks like they care about their equipment and their divers and that was more than 100% correct. We are so happy we found Penguin and we’re even able to stay in their hostel. They have a free a hostel room (7 beds) if you dive with them and it’s a really clean room in a fantastic location. The employees and dive instructors are also fantastic. We dove with a variety of dive masters and instructors and they are incredibly professional but know how to have fun but keep you safe under water. We only had great experiences and would highly recommend Penguin to anyone we know headed to Egypt for diving and can’t wait to come back to Penguin ourselves in the future.
Written December 29, 2021
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Dear Jacy, It was absolutely our pleasure having you among the Penguin family and getting to see you having fun and feeling safe, and most importantly enjoying your honeymoon with us! :) We can not wait to have you again and dive with you! :)
Written January 3, 2022
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Youssef Hazem
Cairo, Egypt6 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
Penguin divers is one of the best diving centers you will find. They have topnotch management and staff. All of the trainers are extremely knowledgeable and passionate about diving.
I would 100% recommend going there for a dive, especially with Captain Ahmed Shaaban. He is one of the best divers you will ever meet. Captain Ahmed goes above and beyond to teach his students, while maintaining the joy of diving.
Thank you Penguin Divers Club ❤
I would 100% recommend going there for a dive, especially with Captain Ahmed Shaaban. He is one of the best divers you will ever meet. Captain Ahmed goes above and beyond to teach his students, while maintaining the joy of diving.
Thank you Penguin Divers Club ❤
Written August 31, 2020
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WillOwen92
Tbilisi, Georgia21 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
A really brilliant diving centre. The staff and divers all feel like a big family, and the instructors are incredibly supportive, professional and fun. Cannot recommend them enough. We'll be back when we return to Dahab!
Written May 15, 2021
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Thank you for your trust in us! We hope you always have the best experience with us.
Written July 4, 2021
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Professional instructors, had an excellent experience this is my every-vacation diving center from now on. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Written October 11, 2018
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