Spend a day aboard the Engy Queen cruising from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohammed and White Island for extended snorkeling at prime reef sites. Enjoy onboard lunch, a multilingual guide, and optional beginner scuba while taking in the clear turquoise waters and coral gardens.
Spend a day aboard the Engy Queen cruising from Sharm El Sheikh to Ras Mohammed and White Island for extended snorkeling at prime reef sites. Enjoy onboard lunch, a multilingual guide, and optional beginner scuba while taking in the clear turquoise waters and coral gardens.
The Engy Queen eases out of Sharm El Sheikh at first light, decks steaming with coffee and the faint brine of the Red Sea. Four open levels give you space to watch the shoreline recede while the captain sets a course for the coral-rich shoals of Ras Mohammed National Park and the pale crescent of White Island.
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Operated by Sharm Life Day Tours · Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai
The Engy Queen eases out of Sharm El Sheikh at first light, decks steaming with coffee and the faint brine of the Red Sea. Four open levels give you space to watch the shoreline recede while the captain sets a course for the coral-rich shoals of Ras Mohammed National Park and the pale crescent of White Island.
Ras Mohammed sits at Sinai’s southern tip where tectonic rifts and warm currents have built layered coral gardens over millennia. Local Bedouin and coastal communities have long fished these waters; today the park protects fragile reefs and feeding grounds for schooling fish, rays, and hawksbill turtles.
Onboard, expect practical comforts: an open buffet with seafood, shaded lounges, and a multilingual snorkeling guide who points out reef formations and fish ID. Two Ras Mohammed stops give extended swim windows; White Island is a shallow sandbank ideal for photos, wading, and quick shore breaks.
Plan for sun, salt, and movement: reef-safe sunscreen, a secure mask, and a short swim test are sensible. Snorkel rentals and the park entry fee are usually paid locally; an optional introductory scuba dive is run by certified instructors if you want to get deeper into the garden beds.
Timing matters—early departures avoid heat and full boats, while midseason winds can roughen the surface. For first-time snorkelers this is an accessible, high-reward day at sea: clear water, living reef walls, and a VIP-yacht rhythm that balances exploration with comfort.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended for snorkeling and short surface swims.
Snorkel gear rental is generally available but not included in the base price—bring your own for best fit or plan to rent on board.
Basic swimming comfort is recommended; guides assist less confident swimmers and lifejackets are typically available.
Park entry fees are usually paid locally on the day and are not included in the advertised price.
Yes—introductory scuba dives with an instructor are offered as an optional upgrade for certified beginners under supervision.
Ras Mohammed was declared Egypt’s first national park in 1983 to protect its unique marine and coastal ecosystems shaped by Red Sea rifting and long-standing coastal fisheries.
Visitors are asked to avoid touching coral, use reef-safe sunscreen, and follow guide directions to minimize damage to fragile reef structures.
Sharm Life Day Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The Engy Queen eases out of Sharm El Sheikh at first light, decks steaming with coffee and the faint brine of the Red Sea. Four open levels give you space to watch the shoreline recede while the captain sets a course for the coral-rich shoals of Ras Mohammed National Park and the pale crescent of White Island.
The Engy Queen eases out of Sharm El Sheikh at first light, decks steaming with coffee and the faint brine of the Red Sea. Four open levels give you space to watch the shoreline recede while the captain sets a course for the coral-rich shoals of Ras Mohammed National Park and the pale crescent of White Island.
Ras Mohammed sits at Sinai’s southern tip where tectonic rifts and warm currents have built layered coral gardens over millennia. Local Bedouin and coastal communities have long fished these waters; today the park protects fragile reefs and feeding grounds for schooling fish, rays, and hawksbill turtles.
Onboard, expect practical comforts: an open buffet with seafood, shaded lounges, and a multilingual snorkeling guide who points out reef formations and fish ID. Two Ras Mohammed stops give extended swim windows; White Island is a shallow sandbank ideal for photos, wading, and quick shore breaks.
Plan for sun, salt, and movement: reef-safe sunscreen, a secure mask, and a short swim test are sensible. Snorkel rentals and the park entry fee are usually paid locally; an optional introductory scuba dive is run by certified instructors if you want to get deeper into the garden beds.
Timing matters—early departures avoid heat and full boats, while midseason winds can roughen the surface. For first-time snorkelers this is an accessible, high-reward day at sea: clear water, living reef walls, and a VIP-yacht rhythm that balances exploration with comfort.