Ras Mohammed & White Island snorkel tour from Sharm El Sheikh

Two reefs and a sandbar in one Red Sea morning, without arranging the boat or the meal.

A full-day snorkeling tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohammed National Park and White Island, with hotel pickup, two guided reef stops, lunch and drinks aboard. The boat departs early and returns by afternoon, so a free day becomes a complete Red Sea trip. Guides speak English, Italian or Russian; first-timers can try a free scuba taster dive at one reef stop.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkel, relax, and lunch at sea

• Sail to Ras Mohammed National Park
• Enjoy two guided snorkeling stops
• Try a free taster scuba dive
• Eat freshly grilled lunch onboard
• Relax and swim at White Island
• Return cruise to starting point

The Experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh and a sail across the Red Sea to Ras Mohammed National Park. Once there, you drop anchor at the first reef—a wall of coral where instructors help you into your gear and point out turtles, rays and schools of reef fish as you snorkel. The crew watches from the boat and a second stop follows at another section of the park's reefs, giving you time to explore different parts of the same ecosystem without the logistics of switching boats or managing your own transport.

Between the reef stops, the boat serves a freshly grilled lunch on deck: grilled chicken or fish, rice, pasta, fresh salads and seasonal fruit, with soft drinks and mineral water available throughout the day. You'll also have time on White Island, a sandbar in the middle of the Red Sea where the water is shallow and turquoise. The crew provides life jackets and assists anyone who prefers not to swim the short distance from the boat to the sand, so the island works whether you're a strong swimmer or not.

The full day runs about seven hours from pickup to drop-off. Bathrooms and showers are available on board. If you're booking the Diving Package option, the full diving set is included and you can attempt a free introductory scuba dive at one of the reef stops; the Snorkel & Boat Trip option covers snorkeling only, and a third option covers the boat and transfers without the reef stops if you prefer a different kind of day on the water.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sharm El Sheikh.
• two guided snorkeling stops at Ras Mohammed National Park with instructor assistance.
• masks, fins and life jackets.
• onboard lunch with grilled chicken or fish, rice, pasta, salads and fruit.
• unlimited soft drinks and mineral water.
• time on White Island.
• bathrooms and showers on board.
• guide in English, Italian or Russian.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Egyptra Travel Services

Is this one for you?Book the Snorkel & Boat Trip if you want to focus on the reefs and the island without adding scuba certification or extra gear. Choose the Diving Package if you're curious about diving and want to try it free with an instructor at one reef stop—the full set is included and the same reefs and island time are part of the day.

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Top questions

What's the difference between the snorkel option and the diving package?

The Snorkel & Boat Trip option includes two guided snorkeling stops at Ras Mohammed's reefs, masks, fins and life jackets. The Diving Package adds a full scuba set and gives first-timers the chance to try a free introductory dive at one reef stop with instructor guidance; both options include the same lunch, White Island time and hotel transfers.

How long does the boat ride take to get to Ras Mohammed from Sharm El Sheikh?

The full day is about seven hours from hotel pickup to drop-off, which includes the sail to Ras Mohammed, two snorkeling stops, lunch on board, time at White Island and the return cruise. The exact timing of each segment depends on sea conditions and the day's schedule.

What happens at White Island and can I skip it if I want to stay at the reefs?

White Island is a sandbar in the middle of the Red Sea with shallow turquoise water and white sand where you can relax and swim. It's built into the day's itinerary, so it's part of the tour experience; the crew provides life jackets and assistance for anyone who prefers not to swim the short distance from the boat to the sand.

Is the lunch included, and what if I have dietary restrictions?

Yes, lunch is included on board and features grilled chicken or fish, rice, pasta, fresh salads and seasonal fruit, freshly prepared by the crew. Soft drinks and mineral water are available throughout the day. If you have specific dietary needs, contact the operator before booking to discuss options.

What languages do the guides speak?

Guides are available in English, Italian and Russian, so you can choose the language that suits you when you book.

Do I need to know how to snorkel, or is this suitable for beginners?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels and beginners are welcome. Certified instructors assist with your gear at both reef stops and help you get comfortable in the water. If you book the Diving Package, first-timers can try a free introductory scuba dive with professional guidance at one of the stops.