Egypt · SNORKELING
The reef starts within a few hundred metres of the shore on both coasts, so what you are buying is the boat and the stops. The 15 below are priced by drop count, with gear, guide and transfer noted for each.
Join Egypt Sun Marine Fleet for a six-hour yacht trip from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohamed and White Island. You will snorkel at two reef sites, eat a buffet lunch, and get help from guides such as Mido, Mohamed, and Ismail. Hotel transfer is optional, and White Island depends on the tide.
“Everything was good. The diving experience was impressive. The food was nice. Recommend it!”
Take a small speedboat from Hurghada to search for dolphins, snorkel at two Red Sea reefs, and relax on a white-sand island or shallow sandbank. Captains such as Islam, Ahmed, Karim, and Momo are often praised for safety and care. The trip includes equipment, lunch, drinks, fruit, hotel transfers, and optional five-minute parasailing.
“Everything was great! It went smoothly as well! We booked just one hour before pickup, and it still worked out perfectly – respect to the organization for that! Amazing captains, amazing guide. They were respectful of the animals. We were able to observe the dolphins from the boat, and later we went snorkeling without disturbing them in their natural habitat. And simply a beautiful view! They also made sure everyone on board was well taken care of! There were food, drinks, and snacks available for everyone. There was also a full set of snorkeling equipment available. Even those who were unsure or uncomfortable in the water were given a life…”
Spend about eight hours cruising from Hurghada to Orange Bay, with two guided snorkeling stops, a buffet lunch, and banana boat or tow-tube rides. Equipment, drinks, life jackets, and hotel transfers are included. Plan for a €5 national park fee, possible photo sales, and weather-dependent water sports.
“Everything sucked about this trip. Pick up was an hour late. We did not go to Orange Bay at all. Others booked a completely different tour and yet we were on the same boat. The reefs were totally grey, hardly any nice corals, so also less nice fish to see. My kids were new to sRead more”
Cruise or speedboat from Hurghada to Hula Hula Island for guided snorkeling, banana boat and sofa rides, lunch, and beach time. Yacht trips add a five-minute massage. Guides such as Pepsi, Tito, Walid, and Karim are known for lively, careful instruction, especially for first-time swimmers.
“great excursion, speed boat was great fun and very wet, snorkeling was the perfect Spot with loads of sea life, and hula hula was a nice spot to chill for lunch, drinks are expensive as expected, but still great value excursion 😁”
Spend 6 to 7 hours on the Red Sea from Hurghada, searching for wild dolphins, snorkeling at two coral reefs, eating Egyptian-style lunch, and riding a banana boat. Guides such as Mido and Khalid are praised for safety and family support. Dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, but the boat, food, drinks, and equipment make this a strong-value day out.
“Really good activity, great organisation fun and food. Saw dolphins & snorkelling was good”
Spend about eight hours sailing from Hurghada to Giftun Island National Park, with guided snorkeling at Coral Gardens and Orange Bay, lunch, drinks, watersports, and two hours on the beach. Hotel pickup is included, and guides such as Adam may assist nervous or first-time snorkelers.
“While I have given this experience only 3 Stars I should say that the Boat trip, Capt Nemo and his crew and the activities and service onboard were of a 5 star quality I have given less because the tour operator originally gave a pickup time of 8.20am (as cruise started at Read more”
Spend eight hours on a fast, small-group boat from Hurghada, stopping at Giftun, Nemo Bay, Orange Bay, Magawish, Juzur Abu Monqar, and White Island. You get three snorkeling stops, a shipwreck, fruit, water, and soft drinks. Guides such as Basil, Omar, and Fatih help nervous swimmers, while dolphin sightings depend on sea conditions.
“Absolutely amazing trip, worth every penny!Stunningly beautiful places, breathtaking views. Captain along with crew did outstanding work. Hospitality 5*, professionalism 5*. Friendly, approachable and very professional. We would definitely choose them again. Strongly recommend, fantastic experience; small group 8 pax and it was just perfect. From organisational point of view trip started as planned and finished on time. Also communication with Provider and transfer from/to our hotel were flawless. All things considered 100%.”
Take a fast Red Sea boat to Hula Hula Island, snorkel with a guide such as Kareem, Mahmood, or Zizou, ride a banana boat, relax on white sand, and enjoy lunch on the 5-hour option. Hotel transfers are available from Hurghada and nearby resorts, or you can meet at the marina.
“The whole experience was enjoyable and the guides were very helpful and made us feel safe.”
Join FTS Travels for a full-day boat trip from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohammed National Park and White Island. You’ll get hotel pickup, two snorkeling stops, a barbecue buffet, drinks, and crew support from guides such as Bishoy, Ahmed, and Shazly. Optional scuba equipment and instruction are available at extra cost.
“We have had a brilliant day, Ahmed our guide was very informative, happy, helpful nice man (Although he supports Chelsea! Never mind 😂) The staff on board were brilliant, this was our first dive experience which was amazing, seeing the coral and beautiful fish. The diving instructors were so good, I had a bit of a wobble and took on water and panicked however my diving instructor reacted very quick and completely put me at ease! Great lunch, last stop at White Island which is stunning. We thoroughly recommend this trip! Thank you ❤️ Donna & Andy Liverpool fans #MosalahisthegoatRead more”
Join Royal Cruise Hurghada for an 8.5-hour Red Sea boat day with Orange Bay, two snorkeling stops, a beginner scuba session, banana boat ride, buffet lunch, snacks, and a back massage. Guides including Andrew, Fox, Bassam, and Salam help keep the day friendly and well organized. Pickup is available from Hurghada, El Gouna, Makadi Bay, Safaga, and nearby resorts.
“Amazing trip, scuba diving and snorkeling was incredible! We saw so many fish and beautiful corals, highly recommend this boat trip. Our guide Andrew was the best, Orange Bay is also fantastic, we loved every minute.”
Sail from Hurghada to Paradise Island for guided Red Sea snorkeling, a buffet lunch, soft drinks, beach time, and water sports. Choose a seven-hour yacht trip or a three-hour speedboat tour. Guides such as Pepsi, Karim, Mustafa, and Emad help nervous swimmers feel safe, while hotel pickup is available from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, El Gouna, Soma Bay, and Safaga.
“Boat driver was super friendly and made the experience enjoyable for everyone. The beach has many places to go and many things to do including food etc. would recommend to anyone visiting Egypt”
Spend about eight hours on the Red Sea, cruising from Hurghada to Dolphin House for guided snorkeling, reef stops, water sports, lunch, and soft drinks. Guides such as Mustafa and Abdallah have helped nervous swimmers feel safe. Dolphin sightings are possible, not guaranteed, and weather can change the day.
“Pick up in time Meet and greet was pleasant and friendly Boat crew was amazing Created a happy vibe with song and dance Snorkelling was amazing and crew made it their mission to find dolphins For us”
Ride from your Hurghada-area hotel to the marina, then spend about two hours on a semi-submarine boat. Look through wide underwater windows, hear about Red Sea fish from an English-speaking guide, and snorkel beside the boat with staff nearby. Mustafa, Mahmud, and other guides are praised for patient help, especially with children and first-time snorkelers.
“The pick up guy great - bought us a cornetto each en route which was nice bonus. The guys on boat cant do enough for you, they were great with 3 year old grandson. Ride out on top of boat then once out can go down into submarine. They feed fishes so all come to windows etc. Snorkelling option and they have the gear and life jackets if wanted. Brilliant value for money!!”
You’ll ride 5 meters below the Red Sea surface in a panoramic semi-submarine, then snorkel from a floating station with equipment, water, a soft drink, tickets, and hotel transport included. Guides such as Walid, Waleed, Mahmoud, and Ahmed are noted for helping nervous swimmers and families. Morning and afternoon departures are available.
“Very well organised day. Good views of the reef from the boat, air conditioned and comfortable and excellent snorkeling. Good value for money.”
You’ll ride a speedboat from Hurghada to Paradise Island, swim from a sandy beach, and stop above coral reefs for guided snorkeling. Morning and sunset departures are available, with shared or private transfers. Guides such as Nemo, Aimen, Jamie, and Jack Sparrow may be assigned, though names vary. Lunch can be added depending on your booking.
“Me and my twin sister had an amazing experience yesterday at paradise island , thanks to our excellent guide Jamie and his colleagues he made us feel very safe when snorkelling as it was our first time and he is very friendly and has a fabulous personality. The trip in general was perfect and definitely worth the money will definitely recommend to my friends and family!!!”
Pick a pyramid field, a reef or a stretch of river.
