Captain Karam "KARIM"
Captain & owner of TORTUGA SPEEDBOAT
Meet Captain Karam Reda – the heart and soul behind Tortuga Speedboat.
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Karam's journey in the Red Sea began when he was just 17. Starting out in Sharm El Sheikh on a daily kite surf boat, he quickly found his way to the world of dive safaris in Hurghada. What began as a seaman’s job soon turned into a true calling.
Through dedication, skill, and a deep respect for the ocean, Karam rose through the ranks to become captain of a large safari boat – a position he held for two years - until he became the Captain of his own boat, the Tortuga!
With years of experience navigating the Red Sea, Karam knows the waters like the back of his hand – from shifting currents to weather patterns. With him at the helm, you’re in the best possible hands.
Giulia List
German Guide & Media Designer of TORTUGA SPEEDBOAT
Giulia List was born in Munich, Germany and studied Media and Communication, earning her bachelor’s degree before working in the field for a year.
But life had other plans – she decided to follow her heart and move to Egypt to join her husband Karam and bring their dream of owning a boat to life.
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Giulia takes care of all things creative behind Tortuga – from the online presence and marketing to design and visuals. And when needed, she’s also on board as a translator and German-speaking guide, making sure everyone feels at home.
Ahmed Reda
Seaman & Photographer of TORTUGA SPEEDBOAT
Ahmed Reda is Karam’s younger brother and well on his way to following in his footsteps.
As a seaman, he supports Karam both on and off the boat – always ready to help where needed. He’s also the guy behind the lens! With his Nikon DSLR and GoPro, Ahmed captures the best moments of your trip – above and below the surface. As a snorkel guide, he’ll join you in the water and show you the colorful underwater world of the Red Sea.
Friendly, helpful, and full of energy – Ahmed’s always around to make your time on Tortuga even more special.
We want to PROTECT
the OCEAN
At Tortuga Speedboat, we love the Red Sea – and we’re committed to protecting it.
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We believe every trip should respect the ocean and the life within it. That’s why we never leave trash behind. Everything we bring out to sea comes back with us – no exceptions. We keep our boat clean, and more importantly, we keep the sea clean.
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While snorkeling or swimming, we make sure not to touch marine animals or coral reefs. And when we visit the islands, we leave nothing but footprints in the sand.
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Respecting nature is part of who we are – and we invite you to be part of that too. Together, we can enjoy this beautiful place while helping to keep it that way.
