Diving Star
Diving Star
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Here at Diving Star we pride ourselves in providing the best customer service in diving that the red sea has to offer, our main mission is to ensure that every one of our customers leaves us safely and satisfied, with the enjoyment of a lifetime experience that they will never forget https://www.diving-star.com
Hurghada, Egypt
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David Dilrosun
Wageningen, The Netherlands6 contributions
Dec 2019
I completed both my Open Water and my Advanced Open Water training here last december-january, and I would totally endorse this diving centre. My instructors (special thanks to Jimmy) were excellent, knew what they were doing and how to communicate this properly. Equipment is of high quality, the boat crew knows her business and they're very flexible regarding individual desires (I decided I wanted to do Advanced Open Water roughly 10 minutes after completing my Open Water, but that was totally fine and they made it work. Chapeau!
Written January 8, 2020
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Adam Y
United Kingdom9 contributions
Dec 2021 • Solo
Ive just had a fantastic 4 days diving with the Diving Star team. Took 10 mins to book with Daria through their chat helpline on their website. I was picked up and dropped off at my hotel each day. The boat and equipment provided was really good. Teto my dive guide was excellent. He was really helpful and knowledgeable. The who boat support team were amazing. Nothing was ant trouble for them. I would thoroughly recommend this company to anyone who wants to go diving in this location.
Written December 2, 2021
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Laura H
2 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
We did the Open Water Diver with Diving star and really enjoyed the whole experience. The crew is super friendly, pick up is free and always on time, really nice food on the boat and we visited super nice diving spots. Ahmed was a a great instructor and explained everything very well. If you are searching for a Diving School we recommend Diving Star 😊👍 Thank you for the good time, we are super happy!
best regards from al-Nimsa,
Laura & Markus
best regards from al-Nimsa,
Laura & Markus
Written February 17, 2023
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Paul Wickenden
9 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I bought a 6-day Dive package with Diving Star and dived between 14th November to 25th November. The dive sites visited were all generally good with good and varied marine life although no big fish were seen on this occasion.
The main issue I found was the sheer number of divers on the boat, somewhere approaching 30 on 5/6 days with 2 very large groups of Polish and French divers along with couples etc learning to dive. The boat itself was quite small and so it felt really cramped at times especially kitting up. Underwater itself groups of 8 or more with one dive instructor which I think is a lot, especially considering the group were all of different ability, qualifications and experience.
In the past when I dived in Sharm the diving was a little more varied with a combination of reef and wreck diving included in the package, but here any wreck diving was offered as an extra 3rd dive and cost 25 Euros, just something to bear in mind.
On a positive like I said the diving itself was generally good and it should be said I found the staff, especially the boat crew, really helpful and ready to assist whenever they could. I was collected from the hotel 30 mins away from marina and it was always on time and a mini bus ready when you came back ready to take you back to the hotel.
The main issue I found was the sheer number of divers on the boat, somewhere approaching 30 on 5/6 days with 2 very large groups of Polish and French divers along with couples etc learning to dive. The boat itself was quite small and so it felt really cramped at times especially kitting up. Underwater itself groups of 8 or more with one dive instructor which I think is a lot, especially considering the group were all of different ability, qualifications and experience.
In the past when I dived in Sharm the diving was a little more varied with a combination of reef and wreck diving included in the package, but here any wreck diving was offered as an extra 3rd dive and cost 25 Euros, just something to bear in mind.
On a positive like I said the diving itself was generally good and it should be said I found the staff, especially the boat crew, really helpful and ready to assist whenever they could. I was collected from the hotel 30 mins away from marina and it was always on time and a mini bus ready when you came back ready to take you back to the hotel.
Written November 27, 2023
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Thank you for your detailed feedback and for choosing Diving Star for your diving experience. We truly appreciate your kind words about our dive sites, marine life, and especially our helpful staff and boat crew.
We apologize for the issues you encountered during your dives. During your visit, our main boat was undergoing maintenance (dry dock), which necessitated the use of a smaller vessel. We understand that this led to a more crowded experience than usual, and we regret any inconvenience this caused.
Regarding the size of the groups and the varying levels of experience, we aim to maintain an enjoyable and safe diving environment for everyone. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will review our group management practices to ensure a better experience for all divers.
For your next visit, we will ensure a more spacious and comfortable diving environment. Our main boat will be back in service, and we are confident this will provide a more enjoyable experience.
We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back for a more comfortable and diverse diving experience in the future. Should you have any further concerns or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Written June 13, 2024
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Tarek E
Paris, France4 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
We spent 5 days and did 10 dives with Ashraf and its experienced team.
They are all very professional, friendly and super organized.
We never dived twice in the same site , and whatever we were 4 or 15 divers, you will always get the same attention.
Will it be for diving or snorkling, the boat is great and large (an dlunches were excellent).
Thanks
They are all very professional, friendly and super organized.
We never dived twice in the same site , and whatever we were 4 or 15 divers, you will always get the same attention.
Will it be for diving or snorkling, the boat is great and large (an dlunches were excellent).
Thanks
Written May 28, 2022
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arielbothen
Orono, ME2 contributions
Dec 2020
Diving star was phenomenal - they were super accommodating and communicative via email about all of our requests. We were able to condense the class into three days and spend all of our time on the water on the boat if not in it diving. Our dive instructor was amazing. She showed us incredible things and really clearly explained the skills we would be practicing. Overall would definitely recommend!
Written January 3, 2021
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stella032
Warsaw, Poland1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Friends
This diving center needs to work on customer service for sure. Briefings before the dives were covering the minimum (not enough informations for me). Food on the boat which is normally in Egypt on the diving boats always tasty was this time just bland. Overall not bad, but definitely not the best experience I had in Egypt. I would not recommend it.
Written April 22, 2021
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teo89
Bucharest, Romania65 contributions
Apr 2021
I went through the OPEN Water PADI course with Diving Star in April 2021. The experience was great - professional and helpful staff (from hotel pickup to drop off), very clean boat, nice atmosphere. Mahmoud, the instructor, was very knowledgeable, friendly, patient and made me feel safe. Communication with Daria before the trip also went great!5 stars!
Written April 11, 2021
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Jaume B
3 contributions
Oct 2021
We completed the Advanced Open Water Diver course in this center and we had an amazing experience. The crew is attentive, helpful and very professional. We discovered the beautiful Red Sea while improving our diving skills thanks to Mahmoud. I only have good words, so I definitely recommend them!
Written October 19, 2021
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Justinyo
Poole, UK16 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
My daughter and I travelled to Hurghada on our own for the diving. We had an amazing time and completed our advanced padi qualifications.
Our instructor Mahmoud Ashraf was extremely patient and tentative, and made us feel calm and at ease. Also, we did another day with 2 dives once we had qualified. Our dive master Mohamea was also very helpful and we had another amazing diving experience. Throughout our time, and before we arrived, we had contact with Daria who helped us with any queries we had. All of the staff were incredibly attentive and friendly.
The dives themselves were in great spots, we got to see some beautiful coral reefs and fish. The equipment was in amazing condition, the food was fabulous (even for my daughter who is vegetarian). Thank you to Mr Ashraf (the boss) and all of his team who made our experience amazing! Definitely recommend.
Our instructor Mahmoud Ashraf was extremely patient and tentative, and made us feel calm and at ease. Also, we did another day with 2 dives once we had qualified. Our dive master Mohamea was also very helpful and we had another amazing diving experience. Throughout our time, and before we arrived, we had contact with Daria who helped us with any queries we had. All of the staff were incredibly attentive and friendly.
The dives themselves were in great spots, we got to see some beautiful coral reefs and fish. The equipment was in amazing condition, the food was fabulous (even for my daughter who is vegetarian). Thank you to Mr Ashraf (the boss) and all of his team who made our experience amazing! Definitely recommend.
Written February 4, 2020
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Me gustaría saber si hablan español en el centro de buceo y tarifas. Gracias
Written December 28, 2019
Hi,
Do you offer dives for children aged 11years. It will be my daughters first dive.
Can you collect from hotel.
Due date August in Hurghada.
Written July 11, 2018
Bonjour Madame, Monsieur,
Nous allons séjourner à Hurghada au moins de Juin, nous souhaitons faire de la plongée sous-marine, nous aimerions passer une certification INTERNATIONALE de plongée niveau 1...
Proposez-vous ce service ? Merci de me contacter par message.
Cordialement.
Written January 4, 2017
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