Where the Red Sea feels like home
Where Diving Feels Like Coming Home
Breathtaking. Weightless. Unforgettable. If that sounds like the holiday you've been dreaming of — you're in the right place.
We're Mary & Klaus, and Sunshine Divers is our passion project. As a German-run dive centre in the heart of Sharm el Sheikh, we bring together the warmth of a family atmosphere with the expertise of an experienced team — so you feel completely at home from the moment you arrive. No large anonymous groups, no conveyor-belt diving. Here, we know your name.
Whether you're discovering diving for the very first time, working toward a new certification, or simply looking to enjoy some stunning dives in the Red Sea — we make sure everything is just right: quality equipment that's properly maintained, personal attention throughout, an own boat specifically built for diving needs, and a welcoming base where divers tend to linger long after the boats come in.
The Red Sea is one of the most beautiful diving destinations in the world. We'd love to show you why.
Explore the reefs every day
by boat or from the shore
Join us on daily trips out into the Red Sea or dive in right from our house reef. Whether you want full-boat adventures or relaxed shoreline dips, we've got unforgettable experiences waiting.
- Two-dive boat trips to dive sites + anchoring for lunch onboard
- Shore & house-reef dives: easy entry, rich reef life
- Night dives and deeper canyon dives for experienced divers
- Snorkeling available, and free hotel pick-up to make things easy
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€60
SSI Try Scuba
1/2 day
A fun and gentle introduction to the underwater world for children aged 8 and up - safe, supervised, and unforgettable. Your little ones explore the shallow waters of the Red Sea and take their first breaths underwater under the watchful eye of our experienced SSI professionals.
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€120
SSI Basic Diver
1 day
Not sure a full course is for you? Want to test the waters first? Have you ever wondered what it feels like to breathe underwater? Why not find out while you´re on vacation!
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€385
SSI Scuba Diver
2-3 days
Become a certified SSI Scuba Diver with Sunshine Divers Mary&Klaus
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€459
SSI Open Water Diver
3-4 Tage
Start your SSI Open Water Diver Course with this globally recognised certification. This is your gateway to an adventure that will stay with you for life.
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SSI Open Water Diver Referral
2 days
Life gets busy - and we get that. With the SSI Referral Diver program, you can split your training however works best for you: complete your academic and pool sessions now, and finish your open water dives later - whenever and wherever suits you.
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€120
SSI Scuba Skills Update
1 day
Been out of the water for a while? No worries! With the SSI Scuba Skills Update, you will brush up on your skills and get back in the water feeling confident and relaxed. Safe, easy, and fun - just the way diving should be.
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SSI Scuba Diver Upgrade to Open Water Diver
2 days
Already have your Scuba Diver certification and ready to take things further? Great - upgrading to the SSI Open Water Diver opens up a whole new world of possibilities! With this globally recognised certification, you´ll have the freedom to dive at the most incredible locations on the planet - from the coral reefs of the Red Sea to the most remote dive destinations the world has to offer.
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€399
SSI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
2-3 days
The SSI Advanced Open Water Diver takes your diving to the next level - and is the perfect way to try out 5 different specialty programs without having to commit to a full course straight away.
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SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Course
1 day
More time underwater, shorter surface intervals - and simply more diving! With the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty, you will extend your no-decompression limits, increase your safety margins, and spend less time waiting at the surface and more time where it really matters: beneath the waves.
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SSI React Right Course
1 day
Know what to do - when it matters most. The SSI React Right course is one of the best emergency first response programs out there, giving you everything you need to act as a first responder in an emergency - quickly, safely, and with confidence.
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SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Course
2-3 days
As a responsible diver, you want to look out for yourself - and for your dive buddy. The SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Specialty course is the best way to do exactly that. You´ll learn to recognise signs of stress early, prevent accidents before they happen, and stay calm and focused when it really matters.
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SSI Wreck Diving Specialty
1 day
Have you ever dreamed of diving legendary shipwrecks or exploring wartime aircraft reclaimed by nature - encrusted with coral and teeming with life? Then the world of wreck diving is calling - and we at Sunshine Divers Mary&Klaus would love to take you there!
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SSI Photo & Video Specialty
1 day
Want to capture the breathtaking underwater world of the Red Sea - the vibrant reefs, the majestic sharks, the playful dolphins? With the SSI Photo & Video Specialty, you will learn how to preserve your most incredible dive moments and share them with the world.
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SSI Science of Diving Specialty
You don´t just want to dive - you want to truly understand what happens beneath the surface? Then the SSI Science of Diving Specialty is made for you. In this fascinating course, you´ll dive deep into physics, physiology, decompression theory, and the aquatic environment - developing a real understanding of how the underwater world affects the human body.
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SSI Perfect Buoyancy
1 day
Gliding weightlessly through the reef, barely using any air, and soaking in every moment of the underwater world - that´s what perfect buoyancy feels like. And that´s exactly what you´ll achieve with the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty.
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SSI Boat Diving Specialty
1 day
Pristine reefs, open blue water, and dive sites that simply can´t be reached from shore - that´s the world of boat diving. And we at Sunshine Divers Mary&Klaus absolutely love it!
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SSI Deep Diving Specialty
1-2 days
The most exciting dive sites often aren´t found near the surface - they are waiting in the deep. The SSI Deep Diving Specialty takes you there: safely, prepared, and with the confidence you need.
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SSI Waves, Tides & Currents Specialty
1 day
A current carries you silently through the water, the reefs glide past, and the most spectacular marine life comes drifting right towards you - drift diving is one of the most exhilarating experiences diving has to offer. But as with everything: the more you know, the more you enjoy it.
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SSI Search & Recovery Specialty
1-2 days
Something gone overboard? No problem! With the SSI Search & Recovery Specialty, you will learn to systematically locate lost objects and safety bring them back to the surface - while diving into one of the most fascinating disciplines in the sport.
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SSI Navigation Specialty
1 day
Knowing where you are underwater makes you a more relaxed, safer, and simply better diver. With the SSI Navigation Specialty, that´s exactly what you´ll become - a diver who knows where they are, where they are going, and how to find their way back safely.
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SSI Night Diving & limited Visibility
1-2 days
The dive day isn´t over when the sun goes down - it transforms! Night diving is a completely different, magical experience that every diver simply has to have.
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SSI Equipment Techniques
1 day
Your dive equipment is one of the most important investments you will make as a diver - and we want to make sure you choose wisely and enjoy it for years to come. With the SSI Equipment Techniques Specialty, you will learn everything you need to select the right kit, care for it properly, and store it safely.
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SSI Computer Diving
A dive computer is one of the most useful pieces of kit you can have as a diver – but only if you know how to truly use it. Many divers only ever scratch the surface of what their computer can do, and miss out on its full potential. With the SSI Computer Diving Specialty, that changes!
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SSI Dive Guide
You want to lead certified divers underwater, take your skills to the next level, and take your first step towards a career as a dive professional? Then the SSI Dive Guide program is exactly what you are looking for - and we at Sunshine Divers Mary&Klaus are here to make it happen!
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SSI Divemaster
2-3 weeks
You love diving and can imagine inspiring others to discover the underwater world? Then the SSI Divemaster is your next logical step - and we at Sunshine Divers Mary&Klaus would love to guide you on that journey.
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Learn to dive at your own pace
Courses in German and English
Whether you're trying diving for the first time or aiming for advanced certification, our courses guide you step by step with personal attention.
- From Try-Diving to Professional Instructor Levels
- Courses conform to SSI & PADI standards
- Practical skills exercises on our house reef
Our Dive Boat - My Sunshine
Spacious, comfortable, and designed for perfect days at sea. My Sunshine offers everything you need for an easy, enjoyable day at sea — plenty of space, reliable equipment, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that makes every dive feel effortless.
- - Large shaded deck for relaxing between dives
- - Spacious dive platform for smooth, easy entries and exits
- - Onboard kitchen serving fresh, tasty lunches
- - Modern safety and navigation equipment
- - Divedeck showers
- - Convenient USB charging stations on the sun deck
Why Dive in Sharm El Sheikh?
Crystal-clear water, vibrant reefs and world-famous dive sites make the Red Sea one of the planet's top diving destinations
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30m+ Visibility
Exceptional clarity lets you experience the underwater world in stunning detail.
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Rich Marine Life
Colorful corals, turtles, rays, barracudas, tuna and hundreds of other species
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World-Class Sites
Ras Mohammed, the Straits of Tiran and the legendary SS Thistlegorm wreck
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Year-Round Diving
Warm water all year long – from 22°C in winter to 28°C+ in summer.
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Diving for All Levels
From easy shore dives to drift and wreck exploration for all experience levels
Diving Heritage and Expertise
For decades, Sharm El Sheikh has been considered one of the world's premier diving destinations. Located between the Gulf of Aqaba and the Red Sea, it offers exceptional diving conditions, spectacular coral reefs, and a remarkable diversity of marine life that attracts divers from around the globe. The region provides access to a wide variety of underwater environments, making it a long-standing favorite for diving holidays in Egypt.
As a German-owned dive center operating in Sharm El Sheikh since 2007, we have been guiding divers to the area's most beautiful dive sites for many years. With a focus on personal service, small groups, and a genuine passion for the Red Sea, we aim to provide safe and memorable diving experiences for our guests.
What Our Guests Say
Over 300 happy divers
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The words of our guests give the clearest picture of Sunshine Divers. Here are just a few of the many stories shared by those who have dived with us.
Send us a requestThomas Poschmann
Hello everyone, What can I say? A dive center straight out of a picture book. Superbly organized, friendly, and helpful in every situation. I felt warmly welcomed from the very beginning. It was important to me to find a German-speaking and professional dive center in Sharm el Sheikh. I completed the Rescue and First Aid course with Natascha, and my wife enjoyed three wonderful introductory dives with her. A sensitive, humorous, and passionate dive instructor. Many thanks also for the wonderful barbecue and burger evening at the dive center. It was great to see everyone from the boat again. Thanks also to Mustafa. We will definitely be back. The Red Sea impressed us so much. Keep up the great work! Best regards, Thomas & Uta
Daniel Zander
Absolutely top-notch – for both professionals and beginners! This was our third time diving with this fantastic dive center, and we're absolutely thrilled every single time. As experienced divers with over 500 dives each, we've seen many dive centers worldwide and can say with certainty: Everything here is just right! This time, our daughter also completed her Junior Open Water Diver certification here – the instruction was absolutely first-class, safe, and attentive. During our visits, we've also noticed that we're far from the only repeat customers – many divers come back again and again, which speaks volumes for the dive center. What we particularly love: Communication: Even before our arrival, the organization is absolutely seamless, quick, and uncomplicated. Equipment: All the equipment is in absolutely top condition. They demonstrate the utmost care and attention to safety. The Team: The dive center owners are incredibly warm, helpful, and accommodating. This truly extends to the entire crew – from the staff, guides, and dive instructors to the boat crew and the captain, everyone is consistently competent and incredibly friendly. You simply feel like you're among friends! A great example of this hospitality: When the captain spots dolphins on the way back, instead of heading straight to port for fuel or time reasons, he immediately takes an extra trip for the guests. That's simply fantastic!!! We could list countless other positive details, but that would be going too far – you simply have to experience this dive center for yourself! You feel welcome and in excellent hands from the very first second. We're certain: We'll definitely be back for a fourth time! A heartfelt recommendation for the entire diving community!
M4618HDdanielz
Absolute Spitzenklasse – Sowohl für Profis als auch für Anfänger! Wir waren nun bereits zum dritten Mal mit dieser fantastischen Tauchbasis tauchen und sind jedes Mal aufs Neue restlos begeistert. Als erfahrene Taucher mit jeweils über 500 Tauchgängen haben wir weltweit schon viele Basen gesehen und können mit Gewissheit sagen: Hier stimmt einfach alles! Dieses Mal hat zudem unsere Tochter ihren Junior Open Water Diver hier absolviert – die Betreuung war absolut erstklassig, sicher und einfühlsam. Bei unseren Besuchen haben wir auch festgestellt, dass wir längst nicht die einzigen „Wiederholungstäter“ und Stammgäste sind – sehr viele Taucher kommen immer wieder hierher, was absolut für die Basis spricht. Was uns besonders begeistert: Kommunikation: Schon vor der Anreise läuft die Organisation absolut reibungslos, schnell und unkompliziert. Ausrüstung: Das gesamte Equipment ist in einem absoluten Top-Zustand. Hier wird größte Empathie für Sicherheit und Pflege gezeigt. Das Team: Die Basisinhaber sind unglaublich herzlich, hilfsbereit und zuvorkommend. Das zieht sich wirklich durch die gesamte Crew – angefangen bei den Angestellten, den Guides und Tauchlehrern bis hin zur Bootscrew und dem Kapitän sind alle durch die Bank weg kompetent und super nett. Man fühlt sich einfach wie unter Freunden! Ein tolles Beispiel für diese Gastfreundschaft: Wenn der Kapitän auf dem Rückweg Delfine sichtet, wird nicht aus Gründen von Kraftstoffkosten oder Zeit direkt der Hafen angesteuert, sondern ohne zu zögern eine Extra-Runde für die Gäste gedreht. Das ist einfach großartig!!! Wir könnten hier noch unzählige weitere positive Details aufzählen, aber das würde den Rahmen sprengen – man muss diese Basis einfach selbst erleben! Man fühlt sich von der ersten Sekunde an willkommen und bestens aufgehoben. Für uns steht fest: Wir kommen definitiv auch ein viertes Mal wieder! Absolute Herzensempfehlung für die gesamte Tauch-Community!
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First-Time Diving in the Red Sea – What to Expect
September 01, 2025
Taking your first breaths underwater is always unforgettable, and the Red Sea is one of the best places to do it. With warm water, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life, Sharm el-Sheikh offers the perfect conditions for beginners.
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Exploring Ras Mohammed – Why It's a Must-Dive in Sharm
July 15, 2025
Ras Mohammed National Park is often called the jewel of Sharm el-Sheikh diving — and for good reason. Just a short boat ride from our dive base, it offers dramatic drop-offs, stunning coral gardens, and the chance to encounter everything from schooling jackfish to graceful eagle rays.
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May 10, 2025
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