ScubaDahabRoyal Evolution liveaboard
The Red Sea Paradise for Cruises S.A.E · from $181 per day · sails Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone (BDE), Egypt South & Sudan, North & Wrecks, Ultimate Deep South
Whole-trip price per person in US dollars on Divebooker, checked 28 Oct 2026. Prices may change; check current availability on Divebooker.
Our take on Royal Evolution
- Only 2 guest reviews on Divebooker so far (4.6/5), so the score can still move a lot.
- On LiveAboard.com it scores 9.4/10 from 24 reviews, a useful second opinion.
- From $181 per day it costs about 29% more than the typical boat on the same routes ($140).
- Nitrox is available for a surcharge; budget for it if you are certified.
- About 8 divers per guide, as listed by Divebooker.
- A mid-sized boat for 24 guests in 12 cabins, the most common size in Egypt.
- Built in 2006: ask about recent maintenance and cabin condition.
- 35 of 38 open departures are discounted right now (up to 10% off).
- 38 upcoming departures are guaranteed to run.
Who it suits: Sails both beginner-friendly northern routes and the marine parks, so check each departure's route before booking.
Based on Divebooker guest scores, prices and departures, checked 28 Oct 2026. We have not inspected this boat in person yet.
Departures and timetable
Departures that still have space, with the price per person for the whole trip in US dollars. Sold-out dates are not shown.
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Royal Evolution questions
How much does a Royal Evolution liveaboard cost?
Prices start from about $181 per person per day. Open departures of 6+ nights cost $1,451 to $2,352 per person for the whole trip on Divebooker. Marine park or reef tax, nitrox, rental and tips are usually extra.
When is the next Royal Evolution departure?
The next departure with free space leaves on 5 Nov 2026 (Daedalus & Elba reef, 7 nights) from $1,668 per person. 38 departures in our data still have space.
Which routes does Royal Evolution sail?
Upcoming departures sail: Brothers, Daedalus & Elphinstone (BDE), Egypt South & Sudan, North & Wrecks, Ultimate Deep South. Routes change by season, so check each departure.
Where does Royal Evolution depart from?
Upcoming departures leave from Hurghada, Port Ghalib.
Is Royal Evolution a good liveaboard?
It scores 4.6/5 from 2 verified guest reviews on Divebooker, against an Egypt average of 4.7.
Does Royal Evolution have nitrox?
Yes, nitrox is available for a surcharge.
How many guests does Royal Evolution take?
Up to 24 guests in 12 cabins; the boat is 39 m long.
Prices, departure dates and guest scores come from Divebooker, our booking partner, in US dollars per person, checked 28 Oct 2026. They change daily; the final price for your cabin is shown on Divebooker before you pay. Mandatory extras such as the marine park or reef tax, nitrox, equipment rental and crew tips are usually not included. ScubaDahab earns a commission when you book through our Divebooker links, at no extra cost to you. It never changes which boats we list or how we rank them.