By: Torben Lonne
MY Jessica is a professional but budget-friendly liveaboard run by the French liveaboard operator Dune Fleet. It offers various routes in the Egyptian Red Sea which visits the best dive sites including Northern Reefs and Ras Mohammed National Park. There are legendary wrecks and an extravagant coral ecosystem with more than 150 different coral species. This liveaboard provides quality time and exciting moments with family and friends on board. A journey with MY Jessica will ensure everyone to have a wonderful and unforgettable holiday cruise on the Red Sea. The professional and friendly crew will welcome everyone who joins aboard.
Our Overall Review
Things we like:
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Many people said that the instructors performed well executed briefings that had a whole section about the origins of the wrecks. -
Some people said that swimming with the dolphins was a magical experience that they will cherish until the next visit.
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Divers said that the crew was well informed and always helped whenever they were needed.
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Many people were happy with the cuisine and the sweet snacks they prepared.
Things we don't like:
Some people noted that the dive boat had a limited amount of space on their sun roof for leisure time.- A couple of people noted that the water was cold and they recommended coming in the warmer seasons.
Some people noted that the dive boat had a limited amount of space on their sun roof for leisure time.Where to book:
Where to book:
Diving on My Jessica in Egypt
MY Jessica is 39 meters/127 feet long with a speed of 10 knots per hour. It was built in 2009 and renovated with a complete upgrade in 2015. This vessel has four decks that can provide ample space for any onboard activities.
Boat Interior
This cruise ship can accommodate a total of 30 guests to its 15 comfortable cabins. There are eight twins and a queen on the lower deck, four deluxe cabins on the main deck and two twins on the upper deck. Each room has air-conditioning, private bathrooms, storage boxes for personal clothing, and 220V power supply. A sky deck is an open place with sofas where guests can enjoy their time sunbathing. Passengers can enjoy socializing at the two relaxation areas on the upper deck. There is an open area with couches on the front deck and a shaded area with benches, tables and a lounge bar located at the back deck. Every onboard traveller can visit the air-conditioned saloon complete with an entertainment system. There is a small library full of magazines and marine life books.
Restaurant
Adjacent to the saloon is the dining area on the main deck, where the crew on board serve buffet-style meals three times a day. The chef prepares freshly made dishes from local and international cuisines. There is a self-service bar for complimentary beverages and snacks available all day long. A selection of wines, beers, and other non-free drinks are available for purchase. We advise guests to hand in their notice in advance for vegetarian and other specific dietary requirements upon booking.
Dive Deck
The dive deck has personal gearboxes for divers, camera storage, large rinse tanks, and an in-place fill station. Along with that are the freshwater showers, fin storage area, and a shared bathroom available to use after a day of underwater exploration. Also, Nitroz membrane compressor, two air compressors and two-speed boats used for diving. MY Jessica can provide free Nitrox for those with certification and a complete set of diving equipment available for rent. The experienced dive guides will escort scuba divers during the whole week of the journey with a minimum of 16 dives including night dives.
Itinerary
The staff aboard will welcome guests with complimentary drinks upon arrival. A detailed itinerary briefing is given before the cruise. Ras Mohammed National Park is a famous worldwide dive destination with a vast quantity of coral reefs and other marine life. It is known for shipwrecks, including the famous SS Thistlegorm. St. Johns offers a colorful coral garden, pinnacles, and a variety of pelagic fishes. Pods of bottlenose dolphins hunt in search of food in this area. The Red Sea is famous for oceanic white-tips, tiger sharks, whale sharks, hammerheads and other varieties of sharks. MY Jessica invites everyone to travel to the Red Sea whole year round. The best season to visit the Red is during the months of September, March, and April. These months have a pleasant daytime temperature which is the best time for sunbathing and snorkeling.
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