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Sharm El Sheikh Marine Adventure

Ras Mohammed & White Island Boat Tour

Cruise to Ras Mohammed’s celebrated coral reefs, snorkel in clear Red Sea water, relax at White Island, and enjoy lunch aboard.

DurationApprox. 8 Hours
DepartureSharm El Sheikh Hotels
Tour TypeShared Boat Tour
ActivitiesBeach & Snorkeling
MealsLunch & Soft Drinks
PriceFrom $45
Tour Overview

Combine Ras Mohammed’s coral reefs with the White Island sandbar.

Discover two of Sharm El Sheikh’s best-known marine attractions on a full-day Ras Mohammed and White Island boat tour. After hotel pickup, board a comfortable yacht and sail toward Ras Mohammed National Park at the southern tip of Sinai. Guided snorkeling stops introduce you to coral gardens, reef walls, and tropical Red Sea fish, with sites selected according to wind, currents, visibility, and marine regulations. Continue to White Island, a bright sandbar that appears in shallow turquoise water when conditions and tides permit. Enjoy swimming and photographs before returning aboard for lunch, water, and soft drinks. The exact route and order may change for safety and environmental protection.

Tour Highlights

Three experiences at the heart of your White Island day.

Yacht and snorkelers at Ras Mohammed and White Island
1

Ras Mohammed Reefs

Snorkel at selected national park sites known for coral formations and abundant fish.

Traveler snorkeling above a colorful coral reef in Sharm El Sheikh
2

Coral-Reef Snorkeling

Follow your snorkeling guide at selected reef sites rich in Red Sea marine life.

White excursion yacht sailing on the Red Sea from Sharm El Sheikh
3

Red Sea Cruise

Enjoy sea views, lunch, soft drinks, and a relaxed boat journey from Sharm El Sheikh.

Your Day, Step by Step

A relaxed day of sailing, snorkeling, beach time, and water activities.

1
Morning — Hotel Pickup

Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh marina

Your driver collects you from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel and transfers you to the marina, where the boat crew welcomes you aboard and explains the day’s safety procedures.

2
Morning — Red Sea Sailing

Cruise toward Ras Mohammed National Park

Leave the coast behind and relax on deck as the boat sails across the Red Sea toward White Island and the surrounding reef sites.

3
Late Morning — Reef Stop

Guided snorkeling experience

Use the provided mask, snorkel, fins, and life jacket to explore a selected coral reef with guidance from the onboard snorkeling team.

4
Midday — White Island

Beach time on the island

Reach White Island by tender boat and enjoy approximately two hours for swimming, sunbathing, walking along the shore, and taking photographs.

5
Afternoon — On Board

Lunch and a second snorkeling stop

Return to the boat for a buffet lunch and soft drinks, followed by another snorkeling opportunity when sea and weather conditions allow.

6
Late Afternoon — Return

Water sports and hotel transfer

Enjoy banana-boat or sofa-boat fun when conditions permit, then sail back to the marina for your transfer to the hotel.

Tour Inclusions & Exclusions

Everything arranged for an easy White Island snorkeling trip.

Included

  • Round-trip transfers from Sharm El Sheikh hotels
  • Full-day shared boat cruise
  • Ras Mohammed marine excursion and White Island stop
  • Guided snorkeling stops
  • Mask, snorkel, fins, and life jacket
  • Buffet lunch aboard the boat
  • Soft drinks and drinking water
  • Additional guided snorkeling stop when conditions permit
  • Service charges and taxes

Not Included

  • Marine park or government fees when charged separately
  • Transfers from hotels outside the standard Sharm pickup zone
  • Personal purchases and professional photographs
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Any service not specifically mentioned
Optional Add-Ons

Personalize your White Island experience.

Introductory DiveAdd a beginner dive with a qualified instructor, subject to health requirements and availability.
Private TransferUpgrade from shared hotel pickup to a private air-conditioned transfer.
Private SpeedboatVisit White Island with your own captain and a more flexible schedule.
Why This Tour

An easy island escape with everything organized from your hotel.

Beach and reef in one day

Combine relaxing White Island beach time with guided snorkeling at selected Red Sea reefs.

Beginner friendly

Equipment, life jackets, and guidance make the experience accessible to first-time snorkelers.

Lunch included

Enjoy a buffet meal, water, and soft drinks without arranging anything during the cruise.

Hotel pickup arranged

Start and finish conveniently at your Sharm El Sheikh accommodation.

Before You Book

Quick answers about the Ras Mohammed and White Island tour.

How long is the Ras Mohammed and White Island tour from Sharm El Sheikh?

The complete excursion usually lasts around eight hours, including hotel transfers, sailing, snorkeling stops, beach time, lunch, and the return to Sharm El Sheikh. Timings may vary with hotel location and sea conditions.

How much time do we spend at White Island?

Most trips allow approximately two hours on the island. The exact duration depends on the sailing schedule, weather, and instructions issued by the marine authorities.

Can beginners join the snorkeling stops?

Yes. Beginners may use a life jacket and remain close to the snorkeling guide. Guests who prefer not to snorkel can stay aboard the boat.

Is the White Island tour suitable for children?

Yes, it is popular with families. Children must remain under adult supervision, especially on the boat, during tender transfers, and near the water.

What should I bring on the White Island boat trip?

Bring swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, dry clothing, and a copy of your passport or identification if requested before departure.

Are hotel transfers included from Nabq Bay?

Pickup from standard Sharm El Sheikh zones is included. Nabq Bay and hotels outside the standard Sharm pickup zone may require a transfer supplement confirmed before booking.

Can the itinerary change because of the weather?

Yes. The captain may change reef stops, activity order, or sailing times for safety. Water sports also depend on wind and sea conditions.

Your Ras Mohammed Adventure

Ready to explore Ras Mohammed and White Island?

Share your date, hotel, and group size. We’ll arrange your transfers, boat cruise, White Island admission, snorkeling equipment, lunch, and water activities.

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