4 Sailing and Snorkeling Trips in Egypt to Build a Day Around

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.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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3.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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4.Paradise Catamaran Conquest 2 Hours Semi Submarine & snorkeling – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 53 reviews · from $8Best value

From Hurghada Marina, you spend about two hours aboard a semi-submarine viewing coral and fish through underwater windows at 4 meters, followed by guided snorkeling. Hotel transfers, equipment, a soft drink, and a diver show are included, though port and out-of-area transfer fees may apply.

“Great trip, well organised and accommodating staff. Lovely snorkelling with lots of awesome fish. Would definitely recommend.”

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