Sharm el Sheikh: Ras Mohamed & White Island Yacht Trip

Summary

Luxury yacht day from Sharm el Sheikh with snorkeling stops and lunch

You’ll start your day with hotel pickup in Sharm el Sheikh before cruising along Sinai’s coast on a luxury yacht. Snorkel twice at Ras Mohamed and White Island with all gear provided, then enjoy a fresh buffet lunch onboard. Expect laughter with local guides and quiet moments on powdery sand—this is one of those days that lingers long after you’re back home.

What’s the experience like?

I barely had time to finish my coffee before the van arrived for our hotel pickup in Sharm el Sheikh. The marina was already buzzing — fishermen calling out, the slap of ropes on fiberglass, that salty Red Sea smell. Our guide, Omar, handed out fins and masks with this easy grin and a joke about how I’d never want to swim in a pool again after today. He wasn’t wrong. The yacht felt bigger than I expected — lots of space to sprawl or just lean over the rail and watch the coastline slide by. I kept thinking how Sinai’s cliffs look almost pink in the morning light.

The first snorkeling stop at Ras Mohamed was… well, let’s just say I lost track of time. Fish everywhere — parrotfish flashing by, something electric blue darting between coral fans. The water was so clear it almost didn’t feel real (and also colder than I thought — should’ve brought an extra towel). Omar pointed out a lionfish hiding under a ledge; I tried to pronounce its Arabic name and got laughed at by half the boat. There’s something about floating there with your face in the water and hearing nothing but your own breathing that sticks with you.

Lunch was served while we dried off — chicken, rice, salads, bread that tasted faintly sweet. Not fancy but honestly perfect after swimming; everyone got quiet for a bit except for one kid who kept asking for more potatoes. We drifted toward White Island next. It really does look like someone dropped a slice of the Maldives here: powdery sand so white it hurt my eyes, shallow turquoise water warm as bathwater. People took photos but mostly we just wandered barefoot or sat in silence watching tiny crabs scuttle sideways. I still think about that weird sense of calm — maybe it was the sea air or maybe just being far from everything familiar.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Luxury yacht trip to Ras Mohamed

• Depart from Sharm el Sheikh marina
• Cruise along Sinai coastline
• Snorkel at Ras Mohamed National Park
• Snorkel at second Ras Mohamed spot
• Visit White Island
• Enjoy buffet lunch on board
• Return to marina by 5 pm

Top questions

How long is the Ras Mohamed & White Island yacht trip?

The tour lasts most of the day, departing in the morning and returning around 5 pm.

Is hotel pickup included for this Sharm el Sheikh yacht trip?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in your booking.

Are snorkeling equipment and lunch provided?

Yes, snorkeling gear (mask, fins, life jackets) and a buffet lunch are included.

Can beginners join the snorkeling part?

Yes, all fitness levels are welcome and professional instructors are available.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options and all areas are wheelchair accessible.

What kind of food is served for lunch?

The buffet includes chicken, rice, pasta, vegetables, salads, bread, and soft drinks.

How many snorkeling stops are there during the trip?

You’ll make two fully guided snorkeling stops: one at Ras Mohamed and another at White Island.

Are infants or small children allowed on board?

Yes; infants can ride in prams or strollers and specialized infant seats are available.

What’s included

Your day includes roundtrip hotel pickup in Sharm el Sheikh by air-conditioned vehicle, entry to both Ras Mohamed and White Island by luxury yacht, two guided snorkeling stops with all equipment provided (mask, fins, life jackets), unlimited soft drinks like water or tea onboard plus a fresh buffet lunch featuring chicken dishes and salads before returning to port around 5 pm.