IDive Diving Center

IDive Diving Center is a premier PADI 5 Star IDC Center and PADI ECO Center located at Fort Arabesque Hotel in Makadi Bay, Hurghada, Egypt. Operating for over 20 years under the leadership of Erika Marchino and Carlo Cogliati, the center specializes in introducing beginners to the wonders of the Red Sea while offering experienced divers access to exceptional house reefs and local dive sites. Professional PADI instructors and underwater guides deliver impeccable service, adhering to international standards with regular updates and equipment maintenance per EN ISO 14467 / ISO 24803 regulations.

The center features top-tier Scubapro-Uwatec & Aqualung gear, Bauer compressors, and DAN Europe insurance. Weekly free Marine Biology lessons enhance guest education, complemented by expertise in Underwater Digital Photography. As a Green Fins member, IDive emphasizes environmental conservation. Services include PADI courses from Open Water to Instructor Development, Freediving, Snorkeling, Nitrox fills, equipment rental and sales, air fills, and conservation activities. A private wharf just 20 meters away facilitates easy boat diving, with an onsite training pool, classroom, retail shop, and house reef access.

IDive Makadi Bay holds a Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence and PADI awards for training excellence. Instructors speak English, German, Italian, Arabic, Russian. Small group dives ensure personalized experiences in the biodiverse Red Sea, making it ideal for divers of all levels seeking quality, safety, and sustainability.