Ras Mohammed & White Island Boat Day from Sharm El Sheikh
8 hours, shared boat for up to 40. Two snorkel stops, White Island, lunch, equipment and hotel transfers included.
The short answer
An 8-hour shared boat day from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohammed National Park with two snorkeling stops, a White Island sandbar stop and lunch on board, about 75 minutes each way by sea.
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Good to know
- Destinations
- Sharm El Sheikh · Ras Mohammed National Park · White Island
- Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh (Naama Bay, Sharks Bay, Nabq, Hadaba, Old Market) · Boat shared with other guests · Snorkeling guide · Mask, snorkel and fins · Lunch on board with soft drinks and water
- Guide languages
- English
Best time to go
The sea is warmest from June to October. From December to February it is cooler and a wetsuit helps. Mornings are usually calmest on the water.
- Egyptian tour operator working since 1988
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02Overview
A first look
This is an 8-hour boat day from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohammed National Park, shared with up to 40 guests. The boat sails about 75 minutes south from the jetty, then makes two snorkeling stops on the park's reefs and a stop at White Island, where you can walk on the sandbar when the tide is low. Lunch on board, mask, snorkel, fins, the park fee and hotel transfers are included. It suits swimmers of all ages, including families, and travelers who are not prone to seasickness.
Background
The facts
Ras Mohammed National Park lies at the southern tip of Sinai, about 75 minutes by boat from the Sharm El Sheikh jetty. The full day, with hotel transfers, takes about 8 hours.
Named in this entry
Ras Mohammed National Park·White Island·Sinai·Red Sea·Sharm El Sheikh
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- Swimmers and families who want a full day of snorkeling in a national park, with gear and lunch included.
Maybe not, if
- Non-swimmers who do not want to stay on deck, and travelers who are very prone to seasickness.
What lingers
- 01Two snorkeling stops on reefs in Ras Mohammed National Park, with a guide
- 02White Island sandbar for wading and walking when the tide is low
- 03About 75 minutes by sea from the jetty south to the national park
- 04Lunch on board with soft drinks and water, served while the boat rests
- 05Mask, snorkel and fins are provided, and the national park fee is already paid
- 06Shared boat for up to 40 guests, with hotel pickup and drop-off
Honest assessment
Real trade-offs from our experience managing this tour.
Highlights
- Park reefs with a guide in the water
- Lunch, gear and park fee included
- White Island sandbar stop
Things to Consider
- About 75 minutes each way by sea
- The sandbar depends on the tide
Stop by stop
Detailed itinerary
- 1
A driver collects you at 08:00 from your hotel in Naama Bay, Sharks Bay, Nabq, Hadaba or the Old Market and takes you to the jetty. Bring your passport or a copy, since it is needed at the jetty. Put your swimwear on under your clothes to save time.
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The boat leaves the jetty at about 09:00 and sails south for roughly 75 minutes to Ras Mohammed National Park at the tip of Sinai. The crew explain the safety rules and the plan for the day. If you get seasick, take a tablet before sailing and sit on deck near the middle.
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At about 10:30 the boat anchors at a reef in the park and you snorkel with the guide. Mask, snorkel and fins are provided. The reefs here drop away in walls and are known for coral and many reef fish. Keep to the guide's area, and do not stand on or touch the coral.
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At about 12:00 the boat stops at White Island. When the tide is low, a sandbar shows above the water and you can wade and walk on it. The tide decides how much sand is exposed, so the crew picks the timing. Wear a hat, because there is no shade.
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At about 13:00 lunch is served on the boat, with soft drinks and water included. Eat first and then rest on deck. Tell the crew about any food allergies when you book. The boat has some shade, but it is still warm, so keep drinking water.
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At about 14:00 the boat moves to another reef inside the park for the second snorkel, again with the guide. The scenery differs from the morning stop. Stay close to the boat when currents are present, and follow the guide's instructions at all times.
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The boat sails back to the jetty and you are driven to your hotel, arriving at about 16:00 to 17:00 depending on the route. In winter the sea can feel cool after the day on the water, so bring a dry layer for the ride.
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh (Naama Bay, Sharks Bay, Nabq, Hadaba, Old Market)
- Boat shared with other guests
- Snorkeling guide
- Mask, snorkel and fins
- Lunch on board with soft drinks and water
- Ras Mohammed National Park fee
Not included
- Gratuities
- Towels
- Underwater photos and video
- Wetsuit rental in winter
- Personal expenses
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
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Take a seasickness tablet before sailing if you are unsure, not after you feel unwell
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Wear a hat on the White Island sandbar, where there is no shade
Before you go
What to pack & wear
Children & families
Children under 2 travel free, ages 2 to 11 pay half the adult price, and ages 12 and over pay the adult price. Children should be comfortable in the sea. Please enter each child's age when you send the request.
Indicative rates only – pricing and departure fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
On the ground
Where it is
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01How does the price work for the Ras Mohammed boat day?
The price is per person for a place on a shared boat with up to 40 guests. It covers transfers, snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks, the guide and the park fee. Prices are provisional until our team confirms your request. Towels, wetsuit rental in winter and photos are extra.02Where is the pickup and at what time?
Pickup is at about 08:00 from hotels in Naama Bay, Sharks Bay, Nabq, Hadaba and the Old Market, then a transfer to the jetty. Our team confirms the exact time after accepting your request. Bring your passport or a copy for the jetty.03Can I bring my children on the boat?
Children under 2 travel free, ages 2 to 11 pay half the adult price, and ages 12 and over pay the adult price. Children should be comfortable in the sea, and parents stay responsible for them on the boat and in the water.04What should I pack for a day at sea?
Bring swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses, and seasickness tablets if you need them. Your passport or a copy is needed at the jetty. In winter pack a dry warm layer and consider renting a wetsuit, because the sea and the wind feel cold.05What happens if the weather is bad?
Tell us as early as you can, because the refund depends on how many days remain before the trip starts. A trip the port authority stops for weather is moved to another day or refunded.06Will I share the boat with other groups?
Yes. The boat is shared with other guests, up to 40 in total, and the schedule is set for everyone. There is a snorkeling guide in the water at each stop. The White Island sandbar depends on the tide, so how much you can walk varies.
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
If you cancel, your refund depends on how early you tell us and on the type of trip. Read our current cancellation and refund policy
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