White Island and Ras Mohammed (Diving Available)

Excursion program

• Hotel transfer is planned for approximately 08:00. The exact time is confirmed after booking.
• The trip to the marina takes about 15-60 minutes, depending on the hotel's location.
• At the marina, masks, fins, and life jackets can be rented if needed.
• The yacht departs from the central marina toward the reserve at approximately 10:00. The time may be adjusted depending on the tourist police permit.
• Stops for snorkeling or diving at the coral reefs are included during the day.
• A stop near White Island, stepping onto the sandbank for about 30 minutes.
• A buffet-style lunch on the yacht and soft drinks.
• Return to the marina is expected around 17:00, and to the hotel by approximately 18:00.

White Island and Ras Mohammed

During the sea trip, guests visit the Ras Mohammed reserve area and make a stop near White Island. The coral reefs are great for watching fish and other Red Sea inhabitants.

At White Island you can step onto the sandbank and spend about 30 minutes relaxing and taking photos. Whether this is possible depends on the actual conditions on site.

Diving During the Excursion

The program can be extended with diving: one dive — +$12, two dives — +$24. Availability and dive details must be confirmed at booking.

A regular dive lasts up to 15 minutes per person, including preparation. The maximum depth is 7 meters. All dives take place at the same spot.

Diving for PADI Holders

A separate diving format is available for PADI Open Water certificate holders: one dive — +$49, two dives — +$54.

One dive lasts up to 40 minutes, with a maximum depth of up to 25 meters. The price must be confirmed when booking on the website; it may be higher on site.

What's Included in the Price

• Transport service.
• A sea trip on the yacht.
• Russian-speaking guide service.
• Lunch on the yacht.
• Soft drinks throughout the day: tea, coffee, and sodas.
• Stops for snorkeling and relaxing.

What is paid separately

• Rental of mask, fins, and life jacket — $5 per item. Confirm the exact price on site.
• Additional dives.
• Photo and video services.
• Personal expenses.

Documents and Yacht Rules

• Photos of all participants' passports are needed to arrange the tourist police permit.
• Bring a copy or photocopy of your passport.
• The yachts hold approximately 20-40 people, but the actual number of participants is limited by the tourist police.
• Bringing alcoholic drinks on board is not allowed.
• Dry off with a towel before going up to the upper deck, to avoid slipping on the stairs.

What to bring

• A copy or photocopy of your passport.
• Swimsuit and towel.
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
• Enough drinking water.
• Your own mask, fins, and snorkel, if you have them.
• In winter — warm clothing in case of wind.

Important Information

• The route, departure time, and stop durations may be adjusted by the guide and the tourist police.
• The exact transfer time depends on the hotel's location.
• Photo and video operators on the excursion work independently.
• Ask for the operator's contact details when purchasing photo or video services.
• Prices for additional services are confirmed before booking.