Ras Mohamed & White Island Snorkelling Yacht Cruise with Lunch Sharm El Sheikh
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Overview
Discover the most famous marine park of the Red Sea on a full-day cruise from Sharm El Sheikh. After hotel pickup you board a spacious boat, sail to Ras Mohamed National Park for two snorkelling stops over vivid coral reefs, then relax on the soft sand of White Island. A buffet lunch, soft drinks, snorkelling instructors and life jackets are on board. In the default complete package, park entry and snorkelling equipment are included; intro dives and a luxury boat are available depending on the option you choose.
Highlights
- Two snorkelling stops on the reefs of Ras Mohamed National Park
- Swim and sunbathe on the white sandbar of White Island
- National park entry and snorkelling gear in the default option
- Buffet lunch, hot drinks and unlimited soft drinks on board
- Professional snorkelling instructors and life jackets for everyone
- Boat with two bathrooms and freshwater showers
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh
Full Description
Ras Mohamed National Park
Declared in 1983, Ras Mohamed was Egypt's first national park. It covers the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, where the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, and its waters drop from shallow lagoons to reef walls hundreds of metres deep. Nutrient-rich currents feed some of the healthiest coral in the Red Sea.
On land the park has salt flats, mangroves and fossil reefs, but its real treasure lies underwater. Our boat takes about two hours to reach the reefs from the Sharm El Sheikh marina, sailing past the Sinai coast. A Ras Mohamed snorkelling trip is the best way to see the park if you are not a certified diver, and ID is required at the park entrance.
Snorkelling the Reefs of Ras Mohamed
The boat moors at two different reefs chosen on the day for calm water and visibility, often near famous sites such as Shark and Yolanda Reef or the Anemone City area. Here walls of hard and soft corals shelter clouds of anthias, parrotfish, triggerfish and schools of fusiliers, and turtles or napoleon wrasse sometimes glide past.
Instructors brief the group and swim with beginners, and life jackets are available for everyone. Is Ras Mohamed good for snorkelling? It is widely considered one of the finest snorkelling areas in the world, with visibility that often exceeds 20 metres. Allow about 1.5 hours at each stop, including time to rest on deck.
White Island
Inside the park, White Island is a slender strip of powder-white sand surrounded by shallow, turquoise water. It looks almost unreal from the boat, and when the sea is calm it is one of the most photographed spots on the Sinai coast. There are no buildings, just sand, sea and sky.
You spend about an hour here swimming, sunbathing or snorkelling along the nearby reef edge, a peaceful contrast to the lively coral walls. A White Island Sharm El Sheikh boat trip is perfect for families, as the shallow lagoon suits young swimmers. Bring sun protection, as there is no shade on the island.
Itinerary
- Hotel pickupTransfer from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh to the marina, about 30 minutes.
- Cruise to Ras MohamedSail along the coast to the national park, about two hours.
- First snorkelling stopSnorkel over a coral reef in the park with the instructors, about 1.5 hours.
- Second stop and lunchSnorkel at a second reef and enjoy a buffet lunch on board, about 1.5 hours.
- White IslandSwim, snorkel and relax on the white sandbar, about one hour.
- Return cruiseSail back to the marina and transfer to your hotel; the day lasts about nine hours.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Full-day yacht cruise to Ras Mohamed and White Island
- Two snorkelling stops with a professional instructor and life jacket
- Buffet lunch on board
- Unlimited soft drinks, hot drinks and water
- Onboard bathrooms and showers
Not included
- National park entry fee
- Snorkelling equipment
- Underwater photos and videos
- Tips
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
- Travellers with limited mobility
Meeting point
We pick you up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh in the morning; the exact time depends on your hotel's location and is confirmed the day before. Shared transfers can run up to 10 minutes late because of traffic; if there is a delay, our team will contact you. At the end of the day the same service returns you to your hotel.
Important information
- Bring your passport or ID card, or a copy, for the national park entrance.
- National park entry and snorkelling equipment are included only in the options that list them.
- Bring swimwear, a towel, sunglasses, a sun hat and reef-safe sun cream.
- Take seasickness tablets beforehand if you are prone to motion sickness.
- Previous snorkelling experience helps but is not required.
- Underwater photos and videos are not included.
- Pets are not allowed on board.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Ras Mohamed and White Island trip cost?
The price depends on the option you choose, from the explorer package to intro dives or the luxury boat. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults and for children.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup and drop-off at hotels in Sharm El Sheikh are included in every option.
How long is the trip?
About nine hours from pickup to drop-off, including roughly four hours of cruising.
Is the trip suitable for children?
Yes. Children aged 4 to 11 book at the child rate and younger ones as infants. Life jackets and the shallow water at White Island make it family-friendly.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, a towel, sunglasses, a hat, reef-safe sun cream, a camera and your passport or ID.
Can I book for tomorrow?
Available dates appear in the booking calendar. Next-day trips are usually possible.
What is the difference between the options?
The explorer package includes the cruise, lunch and transfers without park entry or snorkelling gear. The default complete package adds both. Other options add one or two intro dives, or a luxury boat with extra comfort.
When is the best time to visit Ras Mohamed?
Trips run all year. Spring and autumn offer warm water and calm seas; in winter the water is cooler, around the low twenties Celsius, so a shorty wetsuit helps.
Can I try scuba diving on this trip?
Yes, with the intro dive options. A professional instructor takes you on one or two short beginner dives with full equipment.
What food is served on board?
A buffet lunch with fresh local dishes, plus hot and cold drinks and unlimited soft drinks and water.
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