Thirty Years Beneath the Red Sea
A PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center in Sharm El Sheikh, delivering world-class diving since 1995 with uncompromising safety, expert instruction, and a genuine passion for the ocean.
Three Decades of Diving Excellence
From a single dive shop on the shores of Sharm El Sheikh to one of the Red Sea’s most respected PADI 5-Star IDC dive centers, every year has strengthened the trust divers place in us.
The Wave Opens Its Doors
Founded by the legendary Captain Ahmed Samir, one of the pioneers of diving in Sharm El Sheikh, The Wave welcomed its very first divers to explore the breathtaking reefs of the Red Sea — marking the beginning of a journey that continues to this day.
Official PADI partner
Certified as a sanctioned PADI Dive Resort, delivering world-class scuba education to the recognised global standard.
EUF & ISO certified
Recognised by the European Underwater Federation to ISO 24803 — independent proof of our safety and training standards.
PADI 5-Star IDC
Elevated to a PADI Five Star Instructor Development Center — qualified to train the next generation of dive professionals.
PADI EMEA Bronze Award
Honoured with the PADI EMEA Professional Development Excellence Award for outstanding contribution to diver education.
Meet the Owners
Three friends, one shared passion for the sea. For decades, Hussein, Mohammed, and Wissam have been personally involved in every aspect of The Wave, always striving to provide world-class diving experiences and genuine Egyptian hospitality to divers from across the globe.
One Big, Multilingual Team
Our multilingual team knows the Red Sea by heart — every wave, every reef, and every fish. Combined with small groups, premium equipment, and a warm welcome, it’s an experience that keeps divers coming back year after year.
Meet Our Managers
Decades of combined experience guiding every dive, course and trip — the people who keep The Wave running at the highest standard.
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Credentials you can trust
Not just claims — the real certifications and awards that hang on our wall.
Big fun, zero stress
Nothing speaks louder than the experiences of our guests. Every review below is independently posted on Google by real divers who explored the Red Sea with The Wave Diving Center.