Full Description
The Nemo Island Boat Trip Hurghada combines a private Red Sea boat trip with two snorkelling stops, beach time and watersports. After pickup from your hotel, you travel to the marina, where the boat and crew are waiting for your group.
During the day, the boat stops at two selected snorkelling sites. You then spend around 1.5 hours on Nemo Island, where you can swim, relax on the beach or simply enjoy time by the sea.
Banana boat and sofa boat rides, a buffet lunch on board, water and soft drinks, as well as snorkelling equipment, are included in the standard programme. The boat is reserved exclusively for your own group.
Participants | Boat | Price per person | Children 6–11 |
|---|---|---|---|
1–2 people | Exclusive private boat | €140 | €70 |
3–5 people | Exclusive private boat | €105 | €52.50 |
6–8 people | Exclusive private boat | €80 | €40 |
Children aged 0 to 5 join free of charge.
Nemo Island Boat Trip Hurghada at a Glance
On this tour, you do not travel with a large group on a public excursion boat.
The boat is reserved for your own booking, so you spend the day only with your partner, family or friends and the crew.
The tour combines several activities:
Private boat trip on the Red Sea
Two snorkelling stops
Around 1.5 hours on Nemo Island
Banana boat ride
Sofa boat ride
Lunch on board
Water and soft drinks
Snorkelling equipment
Hotel transfer
Island and nature protection fees
If you want to compare Nemo Island with other snorkelling and island tours around Hurghada, you can find an overview here:
Itinerary for Your Nemo Island Boat Trip Hurghada
The exact order can change because of wind, weather, sea conditions or operational requirements.
The main services included in the booked programme remain part of the tour.
1. Pickup from Your Hotel
The tour begins in the morning.
The usual starting time is around 08:00.
You are collected from your hotel or accommodation and transferred to the marina.
The exact pickup time depends on your holiday resort and hotel location.
According to the current offer, the tour can be booked from several Red Sea resorts:
Hurghada
El Gouna
Sahl Hasheesh
Makadi Bay
Soma Bay
Safaga
El Quseir
Marsa Alam
For hotels further away, an earlier pickup time or different transfer arrangements may apply.
It is therefore best to provide the exact name of your accommodation when booking.
2. Board Your Private Boat
At the marina, you board the boat.
The crew shows you the main areas and explains the plan for the day.
The boat is reserved exclusively for your group, so no other guests are added.
After departure, your Red Sea boat trip begins.
You can relax on deck, watch the coastline or prepare for the first snorkelling stop.
3. First Snorkelling Stop
The boat travels to a suitable coral reef.
The exact snorkelling site is chosen by the crew on the day according to wind, waves and sea conditions.
You are provided with a mask, fins and, if needed, a life jacket.
Before entering the water, the crew explains the snorkelling area and gives basic safety instructions.
If this is your first time snorkelling, tell the crew.
They can help you understand how to use the mask and snorkel before you enter the water.
Snorkelling in the Red Sea
The reefs around Hurghada are home to many reef fish and other marine species.
However, no particular animal sighting can be guaranteed.
Visibility, current, weather and the movement of marine life all change from day to day.
The aim of the snorkelling stop is therefore not to promise a specific species.
Instead, you get time at a suitable reef to explore the underwater environment.
If you do not want to snorkel, you can stay on the boat during the stop.
Snorkelling for Beginners
You do not need to be an experienced snorkeller to join this tour.
However, open water is different from a swimming pool.
Waves, wind, current and water depth can all affect the experience.
A life jacket can provide extra support.
If you do not feel confident in the water, stay close to the boat and the crew.
Children must always be supervised by an adult while swimming or snorkelling.
Continue to Nemo Island
After part of the snorkelling programme, the boat continues towards Nemo Island.
The island stay is one of the main parts of the day.
Around 1.5 hours are planned on the island.
Depending on the mooring position, a smaller boat may be used for the final transfer.
The crew explains how the transfer works on the day.
Around 1.5 Hours on Nemo Island
On Nemo Island, you have free time.
You can:
swim
sit or lie on the beach
take photos
walk by the water
rest in the shade
spend time with your family or friends
You do not have to follow a fixed activity programme during this part of the tour.
This break is one of the main differences between an island tour and a trip focused almost entirely on snorkelling.
Nemo Island with Children
The tour can also be a good option for families.
The combination of boat travel, beach time, snorkelling and watersports gives children several different activities during the day.
Children aged 6 to 11 pay 50% of the relevant adult price. Children aged 0 to 5 join free of charge.
For younger children, a few practical points are important.
They need supervision on the boat and around the water.
Sun protection also matters because you spend several hours at sea and on the beach.
A towel, dry change of clothes and a sun hat are useful for children as well.
If you want to compare boat trips specifically for families, you can read more here:
Second Snorkelling Stop
A second snorkelling stop is included in the standard programme.
The crew chooses the site according to sea conditions.
This gives you the chance to enter the water at two different locations during the day.
The exact duration of each stop may vary.
Safety and weather conditions take priority over a fixed timetable.
If you do not want to snorkel again after the first stop, you can stay on board during the second one.
Banana Boat and Sofa Boat
Alongside snorkelling and island time, two watersport activities are included in the current standard programme:
Banana boat
Sofa boat
Both are included in the published tour price.
During these activities, you ride on an inflatable towable pulled behind a motorboat.
Participation is optional.
If you do not want to join, you can remain on board.
Children may be able to take part depending on age, size, weather and safety conditions.
The crew decides what can be carried out safely on the day.
Lunch on Board
A buffet lunch is served during the boat trip.
The current tour description includes a selection of hot dishes, salads and side dishes.
Lunch is included in the price.
Water and soft drinks are also available during the boat trip.
Drinks or purchases on the island are not automatically included.
If you are vegetarian or have specific dietary requirements, it is best to tell us when booking.
What Makes the Private Nemo Island Boat Trip Different?
Many boat trips from Hurghada are organised for larger groups.
On this tour, the boat is reserved only for your own group.
The main benefit is more space and privacy on board.
You do not have to spend the day with a large number of other guests.
However, this does not mean every route can be changed freely.
At sea, weather, safety conditions and local regulations determine which route can be used and which snorkelling sites are suitable.
Even on a private boat, the crew has the final say on safety matters.
Nemo Island or Eden Island?
Nemo Island and Eden Island are both popular island destinations that can be visited on boat trips from Hurghada.
The Nemo Island programme on this page focuses clearly on the combination of:
two snorkelling stops
island time
banana boat
sofa boat
private boat
The Eden Island tour also combines boating, snorkelling and beach time, but the day is structured differently.
If you are comparing island trips, it is therefore better not to look only at price.
Also consider the number of snorkelling stops, included watersports and how much island time you get.
Nemo Island for Non-Swimmers
You do not have to swim or snorkel to join the full tour.
During the snorkelling stops, you can remain on the boat.
On the island, you can also simply relax on the beach and enjoy your free time.
If you want to enter open water, however, you should feel confident enough to do so.
A life jacket provides support but does not replace swimming ability.
Tell the crew before entering the water if you are a non-swimmer or feel unsure in the sea.
What Snorkelling Equipment Is Included?
The current tour includes:
Snorkelling mask
Fins
Life jacket
The equipment is already included in the price.
If you own a mask that fits you well, you can of course bring it with you.
A properly fitting mask can make a big difference while snorkelling.
Protecting the Coral Reefs
Corals are among the most fragile parts of the Red Sea ecosystem.
Do not stand on them or touch them with your hands.
Also keep enough distance when using your fins.
Fish and other marine animals should not be chased or touched.
This helps protect the reef for wildlife and future visitors.
What to Bring on the Nemo Island Boat Trip
You do not need a large amount of equipment for the day.
However, a few personal items are useful:
Swimwear
Towel
Sun cream
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Dry change of clothes
Personal medication
Waterproof phone case
Some cash for personal expenses
Towels are not part of the current standard programme.
Bring your own towel.
You can also wear your swimwear under your normal clothes before pickup.
That way, you are ready more quickly at the first snorkelling stop.
Sun Protection During the Boat Trip
Do not underestimate the sun while you are at sea.
Sunlight reflects from the water.
This can increase sun exposure without you noticing immediately.
Apply sun cream before the boat leaves the marina.
A sun hat and lightweight clothing can also help.
After spending a long time in the water, reapply sun protection when necessary.
Weather and Conditions on the Red Sea
Wind and waves can affect the programme.
This may influence:
the route
the snorkelling sites
the length of individual stops
watersport activities
the island schedule
The crew checks conditions on the day.
If part of the programme needs to be adjusted for safety reasons, safety takes priority.
Health and Limited Mobility
A boat tour involves less walking than many cultural or city excursions.
However, some parts can still be difficult for travellers with limited mobility.
These may include boarding and leaving the boat, transferring to a smaller boat and accessing the beach.
Waves can also make boarding more difficult.
If you use a wheelchair, have difficulty walking or need help getting on and off the boat, tell us before booking.
We can then check whether the current boat and island arrangements are suitable.
You can find more information about Hurghada excursions with limited mobility here:
Pickup from Hurghada and Other Red Sea Resorts
According to the current tour page, the Nemo Island Boat Trip can be booked from several holiday resorts:
Hurghada
El Gouna
Sahl Hasheesh
Makadi Bay
Soma Bay
Safaga
El Quseir
Marsa Alam
The page specifically lists the standard direct transfer for Hurghada.
For resorts further away, check the applicable transfer arrangements when booking.
Always provide your exact hotel name and holiday resort.
Included in the Price
Hotel transfer within the booked standard area
Exclusive private boat
Assistance from the crew
Two snorkelling stops
Mask
Fins
Life jacket
Around 1.5 hours on Nemo Island
Banana boat
Sofa boat
Buffet lunch on board
Water and soft drinks on the boat
Island and nature protection fees included in the standard programme
Not Included in the Price
Towels
Drinks on the island
Kayaks
Shisha
Photography service
Personal expenses
Tips
Additional services outside the described standard programme
Who Is the Nemo Island Boat Trip Hurghada For?
This tour is especially suitable for couples, families and small private groups who want to spend a full day on the Red Sea.
It may suit you well if you:
want a private boat
prefer two snorkelling stops
want to visit Nemo Island
want to combine beach time and snorkelling
want banana boat and sofa boat included
want lunch and soft drinks included
prefer not to join a large public boat group
If you only want to spend a few hours on the water and prefer a more flexible route, a private speedboat tour may be a better alternative.
You can read more about private speedboat rentals in Hurghada here:
Book the Nemo Island Boat Trip Hurghada
If you want to combine a private boat day with two snorkelling stops, island time and watersports, you can book the Nemo Island Boat Trip Hurghada for your preferred date.
Choose your travel date and tell us the number of adults and children.
For children, we need their ages so the correct price can be calculated.
Please also provide your hotel name and holiday resort.
After booking, we confirm the exact pickup time and the remaining details for your boat trip.
