Egypt · Snorkelling

8-Day Sharm El Sheikh and Dahab Adventure with Blue Hole Snorkelling

8 Days Round trip from 2 El-Salam Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy snorkelling and swimming among the coral reefs of Ras Mohammed National Park
  • 02 Relax by the crystal waters and sandy beaches of Dahab
  • 03 Admire the wonderful natural colours of the rocks in Dahab Canyon
  • 04 Explore marine life, coloured fish, and coral reefs at the Blue Hole
  • 05 Ride a camel along the peaceful coastline of the Gulf of Aqaba to Abu Galum
  • 06 Spend free time in Sharm El Sheikh with swimming, snorkelling, diving, and water sports

Spend 8 days relaxing and unwinding in Sharm El Sheikh and Dahab on an adventure that blends beach time, snorkelling, and desert scenery. Explore the magical underwater world of Ras Mohammed National Park, enjoy swimming and water sports in Sharm El Sheikh, and discover the crystal waters and sandy beaches of Dahab. The journey also takes you to Dahab Canyon, the stunning Blue Hole, and Abu Galum, where a camel trek along the peaceful coastline of the Gulf of Aqaba adds a memorable touch to your holiday.

The journey also takes you to Dahab Canyon, the stunning Blue Hole, and Abu Galum, where a camel trek along the peaceful coastline of the Gulf of Aqaba adds a memorable touch to your holiday.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab, Ras Mohammed National Park, Nuweiba
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Sharm El Sheikh and Welcome to Egypt

  • Meet and assist at Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.
  • Transfer to your hotel by private air-conditioned modern vehicle.
  • Review your Sharm El Sheikh tour package with the representative and stay overnight at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Optional tour: Alf Leila Wa Leila Show Sharm El Sheikh.

  • Enjoy an evening of stories from "Alf Leila Wa Leila Sharm El Sheikh," known in English as "Arabian Nights." See stories and myths from Egyptian and Arabian history acted out with horses and enjoy a seated meal.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

2
Day 02

Ras Mohammed National Park Snorkelling Cruise

  • Eat breakfast at the hotel.
  • Enjoy a tour to Ras Mohamed. Drive for approximately 20 minutes to Ras Mohammed National Park, a protected area about 30 km south of Sharm El Sheikh, to join the fantastic snorkelling boat.
  • Sail to the coral area for snorkelling or swimming. There will be 2-3 stops in the best areas to enjoy the coral reefs and explore the magical underwater world.
  • Proceed to sail back to the dock and drive back to your hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

3
Day 03

Leisure Day in Sharm El Sheikh

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Spend the day at leisure in Sharm. Enjoy swimming, snorkelling, diving, and different water sports available on request, or join an optional quad bike tour in the Sharm desert or other optional tours.

Overnight in Sharm El Sheikh.

4
Day 04

Free Day or Optional Tiran Island Snorkelling Trip

  • Enjoy a free day in Sharm or join the optional Tiran Island snorkelling tour in Sharm El Sheikh.

Optional tour

  • Head to the jetty and sail for two hours by boat towards the northeast of Sharm El Sheikh along the Gulf of Aqaba, which is more than 1800 meters deep, until reaching the beautiful place called Blue Laguna. It is a perfect site to dive, snorkel, or swim. The Laguna is not deep, but there are many coral reefs and fish there.
  • Continue sailing towards Tiran Island, where you can enjoy a great snorkelling or swimming adventure.
  • Have lunch on the boat.
  • At the end of the day, sail back to the jetty of Sharm El Sheikh.

Note: If you would like to add an introductory diving supplement for 1 dive, the cost is 20 US Dollars per person. If you would like to add a scuba diving supplement for 2 dives, the cost is 40 US Dollars per person.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

5
Day 05

Transfer to Dahab and Beach Time

  • Start your day with breakfast.
  • Enjoy the crystal waters of Dahab and relax on the beautiful sandy beach. Have fun snorkelling in the clear water, see different kinds of colourful coral reefs, and enjoy different activities.
  • Check out of your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, and you will be accompanied by your personal guide to Dahab.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

6
Day 06

Nuweiba and Dahab Canyon Adventure

  • Get picked up by the representative from your hotel in Dahab.
  • Drive in a 4x4 Jeep towards the north, about 90 km on a paved road and 7 km through the desert.
  • Arrive at Nuweiba to take photos of the splendid panorama of its port and the Bedouin tribes. Participants can also witness the mountains of Saudi Arabia on the other side of the Gulf of Aqaba.
  • Reach the canyon location and start descending into the canyon to witness the wonderful natural colours of the rocks, then return to the main road and continue to an oasis.
  • Eat lunch during your tour.
  • Come back to Dahab.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

7
Day 07

Blue Hole Snorkelling and Abu Galum Camel Safari

  • Meet the representative who will pick you up from your hotel in Dahab.
  • Transfer to the Blue Hole, one of the best places for swimming and snorkelling, where you can explore marine life, see coloured fish and coral reefs, and take unforgettable photos with the mountains.
  • Continue on a safari trip to Abu Galum by camel trek for one hour along the peaceful coastline of the Gulf of Aqaba to reach the tranquil destination of Abu Galum.
  • Relax and have lunch.
  • Return to the Blue Hole by camel and then to Dahab by jeep.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

8
Day 08

Departure from Sharm El Sheikh

  • Wake up to breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to Sharm El Sheikh Airport for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast.

Ras Mohammed National Park, Blue Hole, Dahab Canyon, Abu Galum

Where this trip takes you

Ras Mohammed National Park, Blue Hole, Dahab Canyon, Abu Galum

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 2 El-Salam 4 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Meet and assist at Sharm El Sheikh Airport, plus transfer to the hotel by air-conditioned modern vehicle
  • 4 nights' accommodation at a Sharm El Sheikh hotel on an all-inclusive basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
  • 3 nights' accommodation in Dahab including bed and breakfast
  • Assistance with guest relations during your stay
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle
  • All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary (private tours)
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • All meals mentioned in the itinerary
  • Portage as needed
  • 30 minutes of local calling (5 minutes international) and a mobile phone loaned for the length of your stay, or an Egyptian SIM card for your unlocked mobile device
  • All service charges and taxes

What's Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Any optional tours
  • Personal spending
  • Tipping

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Sharm El-Sheikh, Qesm Sharm Ash Sheikh, Egypt
Tour start
2 El-Salam, Qesm Sharm Ash Sheikh, South Sinai Governorate 8752202, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in 2 El-Salam.

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Single Room $1,100.00 — $1,800.00
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