El Gouna is also known as Venice of the Red Sea. This purpose built resort destination is set on a cluster of islands surrounded by turquoise blue lagoons with the mountains silhouette on one side and crystal clear waters of the Red Sea on the other. El Gouna has quickly developed into a major tourist attraction with its very own style and atmosphere. The Orca Dive Club El Gouna is situated within the Turtles Inn directly at the Abu Tig Marina. Those staying at Turtles Inn are only a few steps away from the dive boats. Guests staying in other hotels are picked up and delivered back to their accommodation by our complimentary shuttle service. Distance to Hurghada Airport is only 35km, with a transfer time of approx. 40mins.

The Orca Dive Club El Gouna is open all year round. From 8am until 6pm, 7 days a week you will be able to find one of our competent and friendly staff to answer all of your questions. These opening hours allow the upmost flexibility for check in/out so you don't miss any valuable dive time.

The Orca Dive Club El Gouna has a fleet of three modern hard boats which have been purpose built for divers. Our experienced and friendly crews are ready to take you to the best dive sites of El Gouna and the surrounding area in safety and comfort. All vessels are equipped with the necessary safety equipment in accordance with national and international standards. This includes oxygen, first-aid kit, life jackets, as well as state of the art communication and navigational equipment.

Our state-of-the-art, modern well maintained rental equipment is from the most reputable scuba equipment manufacturers. 30 complete sets of equipment are at your disposal as well as kids' equipment for those smaller visitors who wish to discover the underwater wonders of El Gouna.

There is no need to worry about running low on air at the Orca Dive Club El Gouna. We have 150 standard 12ltr. aluminum tanks at your disposal as well as 8 steel 8ltr. tanks for kids. Loyal to the Orca philosophy of "safety first", all cylinders are tested in accordance with international cylinder testing guidelines. Regular valve servicing and visual inspections are just a few of the rigorous in house test procedures that equipment must go through. All tanks can be used as DIN/INT connections.

The Orca Dive Club El Gouna Team are very proud of its sophisticated compressor system. A Bauer K15.1 capable of delivering 450ltr/min of air as well as a powerful nitrox membrane filling system (450ltr/min) can cope with the most demanding situations. Constant inspections, servicing and air quality testing are carried out by Bauer Kompressoren Egypt guaranteeing only the purest quaility breathing air 365 days a year.

Your precious diving equipment is safe in our spacious dryroom. With numerous large fresh water rinsing tanks (one dedicated for regs, computers and cameras only) you're sure to get all the salt out of your equipment. Our dedicated storage areas are well ventilated so that everything can dry before your departure. The dryrooms are open from 8am until 6pm and remain locked at all other times. Our own night security personnel keeps a watchful eye on your equipment after opening hours.

Our open air terrace bar is the favourite meeting place after a diving day. Shady and cosy, this is the ideal place to have a drink with your "buddies" enjoying spectacular views of the sea.

Our small boutique is integrated into the dive centre reception, where you will find a large selection of holiday souvenirs. We stock a variety of T-shirts, sweatshirts/fleeces, shorts, trousers, skirts and many other accessories from the Orca collection. You will also find divesite guides and marine life identification guides.