sharm el sheikh semi-submarine tour

Sharm El Sheikh Semi-Submarine Tour

Duration
Approx. 2-3 hours
Route
Sharm El Sheikh reef (semi-submarine)
Style
Small Group Trip
Schedule
Daily, weather permitting

Overview

The Sharm El Sheikh Semi-Submarine Tour shows you the living Red Sea reef without ever putting on a mask. The boat’s lower hull is a glass-windowed cabin that sits below the waterline, so you watch the coral and fish glide past from a dry, air-conditioned seat.

It is the perfect Red Sea experience for families with young children, non-swimmers, older travellers, or anyone who simply wants to stay dry and comfortable. As the semi-submarine cruises over the reef, the windows fill with coral gardens, anemones and clouds of brightly coloured fish, with commentary explaining what you are seeing.

For those who would rather get in the water, our Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Day Trip and Tiran Island Snorkeling Tour offer the reef up close.

Highlights

View the coral reef from below the waterline, completely dry
Air-conditioned underwater viewing cabin
Ideal for families, non-swimmers and seniors
Coral gardens and shoals of Red Sea fish

Tour Itinerary

Your Trip, Step by Step
You are collected from your Sharm El Sheikh or Naama Bay hotel and transferred to the jetty, where the semi-submarine is moored. After a short safety briefing you board and take your seat in the viewing cabin below deck, where large windows look directly out into the sea. The vessel cruises slowly over the fringing reef just offshore. From your dry, air-conditioned seat you watch coral heads, sea fans and anemones pass by the windows, with shoals of butterflyfish, sergeant-majors and parrotfish all around. A guide provides light commentary, pointing out the different corals and the fish you are most likely to spot. There is time to move up to the open sun deck as well, for views of the coastline and the mountains of Sinai, before the boat turns back. The gentle pace and steady platform make it comfortable for everyone, including small children. After the cruise you are transferred back to your hotel. The trip combines easily with a beach afternoon or another Red Sea excursion.

What’s Included

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh / Naama Bay
  • Semi-submarine reef cruise
  • Guide / commentary on board
  • Bottled water
  • Taxes & service charges

Not Included

  • Port / jetty fees (payable locally)
  • Gratuities for the guide and driver
  • Personal expenses and optional extras
Pricing Information

Prices are shown in US dollars per person. Seasonal supplements may apply during Christmas, New Year and Easter unless a specific seasonal price is displayed.

Children’s Policy
0-5.99 years
Free of charge
6-11.99 years
Pay 50% of tour price
12+ years
Pay full tour price as per adult person

Note: Child rates apply to children travelling with their parents. Where accommodation is included, a maximum of one child per room applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get wet on a semi-submarine?
No. The viewing cabin sits below the waterline but you stay completely dry and air-conditioned throughout. It is the easiest way to see the reef and ideal if you would rather not snorkel.
Is it suitable for young children and seniors?
Yes, that is exactly who it suits best. There is no swimming, the platform is stable and the cabin is comfortable, so it works for families with small children, non-swimmers and older travellers alike.
Will I actually see fish and coral?
Yes. The route runs over a healthy fringing reef, so the windows fill with coral and shoals of Red Sea fish. Visibility depends on the weather; on calm, clear days it is excellent.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. The tour runs privately for your party only, with your own guide, driver and vehicle, so the pace and timing flex around you. Group or shared options can be arranged on request if you prefer a lower price point.
How do I book and pay?
Press Book Now and send your date and group size. We confirm availability and your final price within 24 hours. A deposit then secures your booking, and payment is made by secure payment link or bank transfer as advised by our team. The remaining balance and its schedule are set out in your booking confirmation.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before the tour and you receive a full refund. Inside 24 hours the deposit is retained to cover guide and transport arrangements already committed. If we cancel for weather or safety reasons, you are always refunded in full or rescheduled at no cost. Full terms are in our Cancellation Policy.

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