Top 15 Luxury Yacht Cruises in Egypt

1.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47Our pick

Join Go Shalabi for an 8-hour yacht trip from Hurghada to Orange Bay, Giftun, and Magawish. You get two snorkeling stops, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Fouad, Ahmed, Saef, and Ashraf help beginners feel safe in the water.

“Despite having picked a day of strong winds, our boat still sailed and it ended up being one of the nicest experiences we've had in Hurghada. Warm clothes and big towels are a must. We stopped first on Orange Bay, took some photos, then sailed to the first snorkeling stop near Giftun island. Although the water in February is colder, snorkeling was worth it, seeing the corals and the many different color fish made my day. Seafood lunch on board was delicious. Finally, we stopped on Magawish for another round of snorkeling in less deep waters and sunbathing. Our guides Fouad, Ahmed and Saef expertly coordinated the group and ensured…”

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2.Ras Mohamed & White Island luxury Yacht Trip Sharm el Sheikh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 997 reviews · from $25

Spend about eight hours at sea from Sharm el Sheikh, cruising to Ras Mohamed National Park and White Island. You get two guided snorkeling stops, lunch, drinks, and time on the sandbank. Hotel pickup, equipment, and a 15-minute introductory scuba session depend on the option you book.

“Unfortunately the weather was not so good making the sea very choppy, also very windy and cold. Because of this we couldn't go to white island and the snorkeling experience was quite dangerous. However, despite the weather and the very risky aspects to snorkeling, Read more”

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3.Snorkeling trip to Ras Mohamed & The White Island aboard Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 479 reviews · from $70Top rated

You’ll sail from Sharm el Sheikh to Ras Mohamed National Park and White Island on a spacious yacht, with one or two snorkeling stops, a seafood buffet, drinks, hotel pickup, and playful water activities such as a hanging chair and walk-on-water harness.

“The tour we received was not the tour we booked. The initial hotel pick up was late and in doing so we endured a speeding scary ride to the port, including double backing for nearly 40minutes. We specifically booked this tour as it was advertised with an English tour guide, Read more”

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4.Nile River Dinner Cruise on a Yacht with Open Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 292 reviews · from $15Best value

Spend about three hours on a Cairo Nile dinner cruise with hotel pickup, an open buffet of Egyptian and international dishes, Tanoura and belly-dance shows, live singing, and return transport. The cruise is shared, despite the private yacht wording, and drinks cost extra.

“Evrything was great. Muhamed was punctual, good driver and very kind person. I imagine that all cruise experiences are similar, but the hotel wanted to charge us 4 times higher price, so we are happy that we chosed Viator.”

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5.Elegance Yacht Cruise To Orange bay Island W lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 144 reviews · from $33

Sail from Hurghada to Orange Bay on a yacht with 10 to 15 people. You get hotel pickup, one hour on the island, two or three snorkeling stops, seafood lunch, drinks, and time for dolphins or parasailing. Ahmed, Mahmood, and the crew help keep the day friendly and relaxed.

“The whole day went efficiently from start to finish. The boat crew were very friendly and helpful and made the whole day an enjoyable experience.”

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6.Paradise Island Yacht Cruise, Lunch & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 141 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $24

You’ll cruise from Hurghada to Paradise Island with guides such as Pepsi, Oscar, Fay, and Gamal helping with safety, snorkeling, and timing. Choose a relaxed seven-hour yacht trip or a three-hour speedboat outing, with reef snorkeling, buffet lunch, soft drinks, and beach time included.

“The guide read Fay the best guide and Mahmoud Abraham and Ahmed Mohamed were excellent. Nothing was too much troubleThe island is beautiful pure paradise. I would highly recommend this activity. Suitable for any age.”

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7.Private Yacht Cruise to Dolphin House with Lunch : Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 120 reviews · from $150

Start with private hotel pickup at 8:00 am, then sail from Hurghada to Dolphin House. You get two reef snorkeling stops, gear, safety equipment, lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks, with a chance to see dolphins in the Red Sea. The private setup suits families and small groups.

“This was advertised as a two hour dive, “the only quick dive in Hurghada”, but the trip took 9 hours. The diving was great and the guides were friendly and knowledgeable but I was expecting a short trip without any extras so I could still have the rest of my day to do something else. So just be aware you will not be on a two hour dive like the listing advertised.”

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8.Elegance Yacht Cruise To Orange & Magawish island

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 70 reviews · from $53

You’ll sail from Hurghada to Orange Bay and Magawish Island with two snorkeling stops, seafood lunch, drinks, and optional parasailing. Guides such as Abdull and Sayed keep the day lively and well organized, while private trips offer more control over timing and route.

“Die Guides waren sehr professionell. Wir haben viel gesehen, beispielsweise Delfine und Inseln. Auch das Schnorcheln war ein einmaliges Erlebnis.”

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9.Luxury Yacht Trip with Personal Crew and Chef

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 61 reviews · 5 hours · from $135

Spend five hours on a private or small-group yacht from Palm Royal Hotel marina, with a captain, chef, snorkeling guide, lunch, drinks, and gear. Guides such as Shero and Mano are praised for helping nervous swimmers, while the crew takes you to coral reefs, clear water, and quiet island spots.

“The best experience ever! It was such an enjoyable experience for the whole family! So much to do for both adults and children, highly recommend for a family trip. Shiro was amazing throughout the whole day, made it such a personal and unforgettable experience, will definitely be back, worth every penny :)!”

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10.Snorkeling Trip on Yacht with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 43 reviews · 9 hours · from $120

You’ll travel from Cairo to Ain Sokhna by private air-conditioned vehicle, then spend the day on a shared yacht with lunch, soft drinks, life jackets, and snorkeling. Guides speak English, Arabic, Spanish, or German. Guide Halim and guide Miriam have earned particular praise, but water visibility and snorkeling time can vary.

“Great snorkeling trip on a beautiful yacht! I had a wonderful time on this snorkeling excursion. The yacht itself was very nice, clean, comfortable, and spacious and the crew was friendly and professional. The food served onboard was delicious, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. The snorkeling spots were good too we saw some colorful fish and had a nice time in the water. The only downside was that the snorkeling mask and flippers (25€) and tips weren’t included in the price, which was a bit disappointing. Still, it was a fantastic experience overall, and I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who likes snorkeling or is looking for…”

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11.Orange Island Yacht Trip with Lunch & Water Sports

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 40 reviews · from $26

You’ll cruise from Hurghada to Orange Bay, with two snorkeling stops, a ferry ride, beach time, and a short banana boat or sofa ride. Guides provide equipment and help non-swimmers. Lunch, soft drinks, tea, and coffee are included, while parasailing is available as an option.

“Retard du chauffeur en plus au retour nous avons été déposé de l autre côté de la route. Excursion de 8h mais qu une heure trente sur l île. De plus j avais réservé avec un guide Français que nous n avons pas eut. pas évident de comprendre le déroulement de la journée”

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12.VIP Yacht Cruise, Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 36 reviews · 4 hours · from $44

Travel from Cairo to Ain Sokhna for a yacht trip to Jabal el Sakka. You get two guided snorkeling sessions, a buffet lunch, a modern boat with an air-conditioned salon, and a sun deck. Bring or rent your gear, and check the transfer option carefully.

“Esperienza incredibile. La barca Manchester ha uno staff fantastico. Ci siamo divertiti moltissimo, abbiamo fatto snorkeling tra i coralli e pesci meravigliosi. Pranzo fantastico, tutto buonissimo. Davvero una questa giornata indimenticabile!!”

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13.Yacht Trip Dolphin Watching W Lunch & Multi Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 29 reviews · 8 hours · from $30

Join Captain Key and a friendly crew for an eight-hour Hurghada yacht trip with dolphin watching, coral-reef snorkeling, seafood lunch, and open soft drinks. Choose a shared or private yacht, then add Orange Bay, Magawish Island, or both for a more flexible day at sea.

“Excellent tour! Experience captain and crew! We had wonderful snorkeling and saw dolphins three times!! Definitely worth it ✌️😎🫶🐬”

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14.Yacht trip To Magawish island w Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 20 reviews · 8 hours · from $41

Spend eight hours on a mega yacht from Hurghada, with dolphin watching, two 45-minute snorkeling stops, lunch, and two hours at Magawish Island. Arabic and English guides lead the water time, and a seafood lunch, private transfer, or parasailing may be added at checkout.

“The trip was absolutely fantastic. Our driver was punctual at the agreed pick-up point and got us to the boat quickly and safely. We were the only guests that day, so we practically had a private tour. The guide was very friendly and helpful. The snorkeling spot was absolutely stunning, and we had it completely to ourselves. The guide took wonderful care of my 60-year-old mother. Afterward, we continued on to the island and were able to spend the rest of the day relaxing there. Even when I realized I had left a bag on the boat, I was immediately driven back to get it. The food on the island…”

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15.Yacht Trip 2 islands, Diving & Snorkeling W Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · from $27

Spend a full day on the Red Sea with hotel pickup, a yacht cruise to Orange and Giftun islands, reef snorkeling, an optional introductory scuba session, buffet lunch, drinks, and banana boat or sofa rides. Expect a lively group outing with time for both beach rest and water activities.

“the activities was amazing and a wonderful experience,the boat trip was great ,could of done with music to create better atmosphere. the pickup for our trip from our hotel was poor , arrived 30 mins late ,the driver was not very safe ,stalled his car because he was to busy playing with his mobile,he stopped for 10 minutes to see his friend while we all waiting in the vehicle.constantly on his mobile the whole journey with no concentration to the road.”

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