Red Sea Aggressor II Review

Featuring a hot tub, luxury cabins with private TVs and next level dive itineraries, Red Sea Aggressor II is highly popular among guests. 

Dive trips are focused around the North Red Sea which is famous for incredible shipwrecks and beautiful corals in shallow waters devoid of currents. 

Subsequently this is a great option for beginners – only open water certification is required and the dive guides excel at keeping everyone safe and happy.

Despite being 42 meters (138 ft) long, the Red Sea Aggressor II takes just 22 guests; making it feel even more spacious and roomy than it already is. 

For cabins, choose from a Deluxe Stateroom with twin beds, a Master Stateroom with double bed or the huge Suite with double bed. All cabins have a 32″ TV with over 400 movies, shows and documentaries to choose from as well as an ensuite bathroom and aircon. 

For social areas, there is the beautiful indoor saloon, bar and dining area with massive ocean view windows and a large, partially shaded sundeck with hot tub, loungers, furniture and bar zone. 

Meals are served buffet-style, three times a day and comprise a mixture of Egyptian and International Cuisine that is presented and prepared to a very high standard. 

The dive deck is located at the back of the boat and has plenty of storage and kitting up space as well as gear rinse and camera setup areas plus Nitrox. 

The Red Sea Aggressor II departs from Hurghada and explores the North Red Sea; home to many historic shipwrecks including Thistlegorm, Abu Nuhas and Ras Mohammed Marine Park. 

This is the most beginner friendly region of the Red Sea; with shallow dive sites devoid of currents. Only open water certification is required. 

Red Sea Aggressor II is more expensive than most other liveaboards on the Red Sea; but if you’re looking for a luxury experience (hot tub, private TV’s in cabins, loads of space) and to discover the North Red Sea in a beginner-friendly way, it’s a superb choice.

about the author

Alex

Hi, I’m Alex.

I’m the creator of Diving Squad, a scuba diving travel blog shaped by a five-year odyssey spent diving and drifting through Southeast Asia, Latin America, and parts of Europe.

In 2023, I landed in Panglao, Bohol — and loved it so much I ended up staying. I’ve been based here ever since, working as a PADI Scuba Diving Instructor, guiding dives and teaching courses, while continuing to build Diving Squad.

When I’m not in the water, I’m usually editing underwater photos and footage, planning the next trip, or cruising around Bohol — but never for long before the reefs pull me back.