Bathyscaphe in Sharm El Sheikh: description
Bathyscaphe in Sharm El Sheikh — a family sea excursion on a semi-submarine with large panoramic windows. Through them you can clearly see coral reefs, colorful fish, and other inhabitants of the Red Sea.
To get to know the underwater world you do not need to scuba dive, swim, or wear any special equipment. Passengers watch marine life from an enclosed observation cabin below the waterline.
The program is suitable for adults and children, and for those who cannot swim but want to see corals in their natural environment. Including the transfer, the excursion takes about two hours.
Quick facts
| Adult price | $30-14%$35 |
| Child aged 4–11 | $15 |
| Children up to and including 3 years old | free |
| Days of operation | daily |
| Transfer time | around 09:00 or 14:00 |
| Sea program | about 1.5 hours |
| Total duration | about 2 hours |
Excursion program
- Hotel transfer at approximately 09:00 or 14:00 — the convenient time is chosen when booking.
- The drive to the pier takes about 15–50 minutes depending on the hotel's location.
- Boarding the semi-submarine and seating the passengers.
- Descent into the enclosed observation cabin with panoramic windows below the waterline.
- A sea trip with views of coral reefs and the fish of the Red Sea.
- Return to the port and transfer back to the hotel.
The sea part lasts approximately 1.5 hours. The start time and the order of the program may change due to weather and port operations.
How the semi-submarine works
The bathyscaphe does not submerge completely like a submarine. Its lower passenger cabin is below sea level, so the large windows give a view of the underwater world.
During the main part of the trip guests sit in the observation cabin. This lets you look at the reefs in comfort without entering the water.
What is included in the price
- Hotel transfer to the pier.
- Return transfer to the hotel.
- Sea trip on a semi-submarine.
- Time in the panoramic underwater cabin.
- Services of an accompanying guide.
What is paid separately
- Services of independent photographers and videographers.
- Drinks, souvenirs, and other personal expenses.
Photographers and videographers work independently. Before paying, check the price, the amount of material, and how you will receive it.
What to bring
- Photos or copies of all participants' passports.
- A bottle of drinking water.
- A camera or phone for photos.
- A hat and sunglasses for the time on the open deck.
- A small amount of cash for personal expenses.
Who the bathyscaphe suits
The excursion suits families with children, tourists who cannot swim, and anyone who wants to see the Red Sea without snorkeling or diving.
Inside the vessel you need to go down to the lower observation cabin. If a participant has difficulty with stairs, tell the manager before booking so the boarding conditions can be clarified.
How to book the bathyscaphe in Sharm El Sheikh
Write to us and give the date, hotel name, preferred time, and the number of adults and children with their ages. We will check availability and confirm the exact transfer time.
Also see other programs in the section sea excursions in Sharm El Sheikh.
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How much does the bathyscaphe cost in Sharm El Sheikh?
Adult price — $30 instead of $35. A ticket for a child aged 4–11 costs $15, children up to and including 3 years old go free.
Do I need to know how to swim?
No. You watch the corals and fish from an enclosed cabin with panoramic windows, so you do not need to enter the water.
How long does the excursion last?
The sea part lasts about 1.5 hours. Including the transfer, the total duration is approximately 2 hours and depends on the hotel's location.
What time does the excursion take place?
The approximate transfer is available around 09:00 or 14:00. The exact time is confirmed after booking.
Is the excursion suitable for small children?
Yes, the program is designed for families too. Children up to and including 3 years old go free, and for children aged 4–11 the price is $15.
Are passports needed?
Photos or copies of all participants' passports are required for the tourist police permit. Ask about how to submit the details when booking.
Is the transfer included in the price?
Yes, the transfer from the hotel to the pier and back is included in the price of the excursion.





