Snorkeling in Luxor: Red Sea from Luxor with Glass-Bottomed Boat

Mask on, dive deep into coral reefs and schools of fish in the Red Sea's clearest waters

A full-day snorkeling activity from Luxor that takes you by air-conditioned car to Safaga on the Red Sea, where you board a snorkeling boat and dive into turquoise waters to see corals and colorful fish at pre-selected reef sites. Your private guide leads the stops, lunch and drinks are served onboard, and all snorkeling equipment and life vests are included. The day runs about 14 hours from hotel pickup to drop-off.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkeling and beach day at Red Sea

• Pickup from Luxor hotel
• Drive north of Luxor
• Arrive Safaga and enjoy atmosphere
• Board snorkeling boat
• Sail into Red Sea
• Snorkel at coral reef island
• Walk on magical sands
• Eat delicious fish meal onboard
• Enjoy drinks while sailing back
• Relax and discover Red Sea beauty
• Drive back to Luxor

The experience

The drive north from Luxor takes you through daily life and mountain views before you reach Safaga, where the Red Sea's therapeutic sands and quiet atmosphere set the tone. Once on the snorkeling boat, you sail into deeper water to photograph different species of fish and stop at the best coral reef island to strap on your mask and enter the water. The guide selects the spots based on conditions and what's active that day, so you're not guessing where to go.

Lunch is an open buffet served onboard, typically fish, with hot and soft drinks available throughout the day. You also get free time on Utopia Island to walk the beach and cover yourself in Safaga's mineral-rich sands, which locals credit with healing properties. The glass-bottomed boat sections let you see the reef and fish without getting wet if you want a break from diving.

All snorkeling gear, life vests, and transportation in an air-conditioned car are included. Pickup happens from your Luxor hotel on the east bank. If you're staying on the west bank, that's available for an extra $10 per person. The return journey includes time to relax and take in the Red Sea views as you sail back.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned car.
• snorkeling boat and all snorkeling equipment with life vests.
• open buffet lunch onboard.
• hot and soft drinks throughout the day.
• private snorkeling guide.
• free time on Utopia Island.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 05:00 and 05:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Infant (under 6)

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Egypt Super Tours

Is this one for you?You operate the snorkel gear yourself in the water at the reef sites your guide selects, so this suits anyone comfortable swimming or floating with a life vest. The full 14-hour day and early pickup work best if you have a free morning and afternoon. If you're short on time or prefer to watch marine life from the boat instead of diving in, the glass-bottomed boat sections let you do both.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years); Infant (under 6).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the snorkeling like at the coral reef sites near Safaga?

Safaga is known for its colorful fish and coral reefs in clear turquoise water. The guide takes you to the best spots for the day's conditions, and you'll see different species of fish and coral formations up close while snorkeling.

Is snorkeling equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkeling masks, fins, life vests and all equipment are included. You just need to know how to swim or be comfortable in the water with a life vest on.

How long is the drive from Luxor to Safaga?

The drive north from Luxor to Safaga takes several hours. You'll pass through local villages and mountain views on the way, and the full day from hotel pickup to drop-off is about 14 hours.

What time does pickup happen, and can I be picked up from my hotel?

Pickup is from your Luxor hotel on the east bank. If you're staying on the west bank, pickup is available for an extra $10 per person. Confirm your hotel location and pickup time when you book.

Is lunch included in the price?

Yes, an open buffet lunch is served onboard the boat, typically featuring fish. Hot and soft drinks are available all day.