Top 13 Snorkeling Trips in Egypt

1.Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Dive & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,280 reviews · 9 hours · from $29Our pick

Spend about nine hours sailing from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohamed National Park. You can join a 10 to 15 minute beginner scuba session to 7 meters, snorkel at two reef sites, and visit White Island. Guides including Kareem, Moaaz, Sam, Sayed, and Salah are praised for calm, patient instruction. Lunch and hotel transfers are included.

“The guides were excellent, very friendly and helpful. Lunch was good and the snorkeling excellent.”

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2.Hurghada: Snorkeling 6 x 1 to Orange Bay w Diving & Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,266 reviews · 8h 30m · from $62

Spend 510 minutes aboard the Royal Cruise Hurghada yacht with guides speaking English, German, Arabic, and Russian. You will visit Orange Bay, snorkel at two Red Sea sites, try a short beginner scuba session, enjoy a buffet lunch, banana boat ride, onboard massage, and hotel transfers. Andrew, Fox, Bassam, and Salam are among the crew members praised for their care.

“Diving was amazing the guide was the best I really enjoy the best time ever in my life”

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3.Hurghada: Luxury Orange Bay w/Snorkeling, Massage and Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 8h 30m · from $58Top rated

Set sail from Hurghada on a small-group yacht day with guides such as Andrew or Salam, depending on the crew. You’ll visit Orange Bay early, snorkel among coral and fish, try an introductory scuba session, enjoy an onboard massage, eat a buffet lunch, and finish with a banana boat ride and free time.

“Love this so much, had to go twice. The island was so nice and the time management was great. The crew amazing and we had so much fun with them. The camera man was so professional, the pictures turned out amazing. The coral and fishes were beautiful, the captain was so joyful and the crew was a vibe. The food was good too. So worth it !!!!! Thank you. Will definitely come again soon. In’sha’Allah. Shukran ☺️”

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4.Hurghada:Luxury Diving & Snorkeling inc/Island/Lunch/Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 159 reviews · 8 hours · from $58

Spend eight hours aboard a yacht from Hurghada, visiting Orange Bay, Small Giftun, and Giftun Island. You get a beginner scuba session, snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks, a short massage, and a banana boat ride. Crew members named in trip feedback include Andrew, Salam, Fox, Andro, Hada, and photographer Yaya. The underwater session is an introduction, not a full certified course.

“Salam and the whole crew did a very good job. Explained perfectly how to dive and reassured everything was oke. Service was great, thanks!”

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5.Hurghada: Orange Bay Snorkeling with Lunch & Optional Diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 150 reviews

Choose a shared yacht, private speedboat, or four-hour group trip to Orange Bay. You’ll swim, snorkel at coral reefs, relax on the beach, and, with yacht packages, eat a buffet lunch. Pickup is available from Hurghada and nearby resorts. The crew on boats such as Mahmoud 4 and Aladdin’s trip is known for helpful service.

“Amazing trip and worth every penny. All the staff were excellent, very attentive and engaging. Very entertaining. The experience itself was fantastic. The trip includes watersports, snorkelling at two different stops before heading to orange bay which was another experience all on its own. can not rate the staff on this trip highly enough.”

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6.Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Snorkel or Dive

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 112 reviews · from $18Best value

You’ll travel by air-conditioned vehicle from your Sharm hotel to a boat for two guided Red Sea sessions, snorkeling stops, White Island, and lunch. Certified scuba participants can choose one to three days or a night session. Beginners can try a shallow introduction with patient instructors such as Ibram and Nader.

“I totally recommend it- if you are in sharm el sheik you must book this trip. Views were breathtaking. Guide is really nice, he’s helping with everything so you should not worry about anything- even if you can’t swim. 10/10!!!😋”

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7.El Gouna Lagoon, Diving with Dolphin, Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 100 reviews · from $56

Cruise through El Gouna’s canals, then head into the Red Sea for snorkeling or a supervised underwater session near dolphin areas. A PADI instructor, equipment, buffet lunch, drinks, snacks, and hotel transfers are included. Dolphins are often seen, but swimming with them is never guaranteed.

“A great trip - we also saw dolphins. Snorkeling spots could've been better. But still saw a lot of fish, etc. Diving was also great to have this opportunity offered We got a great briefing and everyone did their own round with the diving instructor. The food was awesome. The crew was great. Also an unforgettable day. Thanks”

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8.Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohamed, White Island, Snorkel and Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $37

Spend about seven hours aboard a comfortable yacht from Sharm El Sheikh, with hotel pickup, two snorkeling stops, White Island, and one or two scuba sessions depending on your booking. Guides including Saeed, Ali, and Alex help first-timers feel at ease, while lunch, drinks, and equipment are included. The national park fee costs extra.

“Really beautiful day! 2 snorkelling and 1 swimming stops, delicious lunch, smiling people- thank you! 😊🧡🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩”

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9.Diving And Snorkeling To Ras Mohamed And White Island By VIP Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · from $50

Travel from Sharm el Sheikh to Ras Mohamed National Park and White Island by boat. You get guided snorkeling, a short beginner scuba session with equipment, a sandbar stop, buffet lunch, drinks, and hotel transfers. The group can reach 30 people, and the 5 EUR park fee is paid in cash on board.

“Had a wonderful day on the red sea, thanks for everything. We were picked up and brought to the port where we got on a very nice boat and "sailed" out soon after. Got a quick introduction to scuba diving. After 1,5 hours those who wanted wRead more”

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10.From Sharm: Ras Mohammed snorkeling cruise & optional diving

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 7 hours · from $31

Spend seven hours sailing from Watanya Marina to Ras Mohammed National Park, with two guided reef stops, possible White Island visit, lunch, and optional introductory scuba. Islam, Mahmoud, and the crew handle the day in English, German, or Russian. Hotel pickup is available, though the marina fee and gear may cost extra.

“Una giornata perfetta! L’escursione è stata organizzata benissimo e i posti erano semplicemente stupendi. Un enorme grazie a tutto l’equipaggio e soprattutto a Islam e Mahmoud sempre professionali, disponibili e sorridenti. Hanno reso questa esperienza ancora più speciale e indimenticabile. La consiglio davvero a chiunque venga a Sharm”

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11.Makadi Bay: Snorkelling and Diving Island Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $47

You’ll leave Makadi Bay by boat for Giftun Island, with time for swimming and snorkelling in a private lagoon, a second reef stop, and an optional scuba session. Expect hotel pickup, equipment, a guide, lunch, one soft drink, and water. The trip is offered in English, German, and Russian, and often lasts about seven hours.

“Very good contact with the providers, they are always available if you have any questions. The tour with the guides was also very pleasant. I can recommend the tour to everyone!”

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12.Hurghada: Yacht Trip 2 islands, Diving & Snorkeling W Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 13 reviews · from $27

You’ll cruise from Hurghada to Orange Island and Giftun Island for beach time, two reef stops, an introductory scuba session if selected, snorkeling, lunch, unlimited drinks, and a banana boat or sofa ride. Hotel pickup, equipment, park fees, and return transport are included, though larger groups and busy beach conditions are possible.

“Great trip! 5-star guides!!! The yacht is fantastic and the snorkeling is breathtaking!! I recommend it 100%”

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13.Hurghada: Orange Bay Snorkeling cruise and optional diving

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 7 reviews · 6 hours · from $31

Spend six hours aboard Egypt Sun Marine Fleet’s modern yacht, with two guided snorkeling stops, a 45-minute Orange Bay or Giftun Island visit, buffet lunch, and waiter service for hot and soft drinks. Hotel pickup is optional, and an additional scuba session may be available when selected.

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