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What’s the best way to celebrate four decades in business? An underwater imaging contest, of course! That’s exactly what Red Sea dive center Camel Dive Club is doing with their “Underwater Stories from the Red Sea” competition.

As the title suggests, and as the press release makes clear, the competition is about storytelling—sharing “meaningful moments that reveal connection, curiosity, and the life hidden beneath the surface.” Both photographers and videographers are invited: An entry in the Photography category must comprise three underwater images, while a Video entry should be a short film no more than 90 seconds long—landscape or phone-friendly portrait format.

And the prize? A weeklong diving vacation for two with Camel Dive Club in early December 2026—which coincides with the center’s “40th Anniversary Week.” Not only that—the winner (and their plus one) will be sharing the dive boat with the members of the jury and their partners. And what an awesome panel it is—Alex Mustard, Alexander Kassler, Pietro Formis, Frederico Serra, and Vasco Pinhol.

Check out the press release below and head over to the competition site for more information.
 

PRESS RELEASE

“Underwater Stories from the Red Sea” – Camel Dive Launches a Creative Contest for Divers and Ocean Storytellers

Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt – Camel Dive Club, one of the Red Sea’s most iconic boutique dive centres, announces the launch of Underwater Stories from the Red Sea, a creative contest dedicated to capturing the authentic character, atmosphere, and emotion of the Red Sea through photography and video.

Open to divers, photographers, and ocean lovers of all levels, the contest seeks true underwater stories—not random content, but meaningful moments that reveal connection, curiosity, and the life hidden beneath the surface. Entries may be filmed or photographed anywhere in the Red Sea, not only in Sharm, as long as they express a sense of place and narrative.

CATEGORIES

Two categories are open for entries:

Participants may enter:

• Photography: up to three underwater photos taken in the Red Sea
• Video: one underwater video (max 90 seconds, portrait or landscape accepted)

Entries will be judged on storytelling, originality, and how well they convey the unique spirit of the Red Sea.

PRIZES & CELEBRATION

Two winners will be selected—one per category:

• Best Photo Story
• Best Video Story

Each winner will receive:

• A diving holiday for two at Camel Dive Club in early December 2026
• One week’s accommodation at Camel Dive’s boutique hotel in Sharm El Sheikh
• Five days of diving on a private boat, shared with members of the contest jury and their partners

The winners will be celebrated during the Camel Dive 40th Anniversary Week, which will take place from 5–12 December 2026—a special gathering that brings together divers, creators, and long-time friends of Camel for a week of community, storytelling, and underwater exploration.

Flights are not included.

JUDGING PANEL

Submissions will be evaluated by a panel of renowned underwater photographers and storytellers.

Judging will focus on storytelling quality, originality, and how well each work captures the spirit and atmosphere of the Red Sea.

Confirmed Judges:

• Alex Mustard (UK) – Renowned underwater photographer and marine biologist, known for shaping modern underwater imaging.
• Alexander Kassler (DE) – Editor-in-Chief of TAUCHEN magazine, long-time storyteller of European dive culture and destinations.
• Pietro Formis (IT) – Award-winning underwater photographer whose work blends artistic vision and marine emotion.
• Frederico Serra (PT) – Acclaimed film director and producer with decades of experience in high-end visual storytelling.
• Vasco Pinhol (PT) – Photographer and writer focused on conservation, ocean narratives, and visual storytelling for sea-related industries.

More details about each judge can be found on the contest landing page.

KEY DATES

•    Contest Deadline: 1 February 2026
•    Winner Announced: 2 April 2026

SUBMISSIONS

Entries must be submitted through the official contest page or via Google Form:

• Landing Page
• Google Form

Participants agree that submitted materials may be used by Camel Dive for marketing and Participants grant Camel Dive the right to use submitted materials for marketing and communication purposes. Camel Dive will credit the author whenever reasonably possible; however, participants acknowledge that credit may not be feasible in all formats or when the content is re-shared by third parties.

ABOUT CAMEL DIVE CLUB

Founded in 1986, Camel Dive Club is a boutique dive center and hotel in Sharm El Sheikh. For nearly four decades, it has been a community hub for divers who value quality, authenticity, and a laid-back atmosphere—far from the mass-resort experience.
Camel Dive is more than a dive center—it’s a place where stories begin underwater and continue on land.