Full Description
With a private boat in Hurghada, you can plan your day on the Red Sea together with the crew. Instead of following one fixed programme designed for a large group, you can choose a suitable combination of snorkelling, an island visit, fishing or a trip to known dolphin areas.
The boat is reserved exclusively for your own group. After pickup from your hotel, you travel to the marina and discuss the planned route and activities with the crew. Weather, safety conditions and local rules still determine which routes and activities are possible on the day.
Lunch, water and soft drinks, snorkelling equipment and hotel transfer are included in the standard offer. Additional activities such as diving or special island programmes should be confirmed before booking.
Participants | Boat | Price per person | Children 6–11 |
|---|---|---|---|
2 people | Exclusive private boat | €280 | €140 |
3 people | Exclusive private boat | €200 | €100 |
4–5 people | Exclusive private boat | €170 | €85 |
6–8 people | Exclusive private boat | €140 | €70 |
Children aged 0 to 5 join free of charge.
Private Boat Hurghada at a Glance
The main difference from a standard boat trip is the freedom to shape the day around your group.
You are not booking a boat shared with many other guests. The boat is reserved only for your booking.
Depending on the option you choose, your day may include:
Snorkelling at coral reefs
Island visit
Fishing
Trip to known dolphin areas
Swimming
Time to relax on the boat
Lunch on board
Water and soft drinks
Hotel transfer
The exact combination is agreed before or at the beginning of the tour.
If you want to compare snorkelling and island trips around Hurghada:
What Can You Plan with a Private Boat in Hurghada?
The current tour offers four main options.
This makes it easier to choose a programme that suits your group.
Option 1 – Private Fishing Trip
If you would rather fish than spend most of the day snorkelling, the boat trip can focus on suitable fishing areas.
The crew chooses the locations according to conditions on the day.
Fishing equipment is included for the confirmed fishing option.
Depending on the schedule, there may also be time for swimming or snorkelling.
A particular catch cannot be guaranteed.
Fish move freely, and weather, season and sea conditions all affect fishing.
Option 2 – Diving, Snorkelling and Island Visit
This option combines several activities in and under the water.
Possible activities include:
Diving
Snorkelling
Island visit
Time on the boat
Important: the current tour page contains conflicting information about whether diving equipment is automatically included and whether this option is suitable for beginners.
If you want to dive, you should provide the following before booking:
Whether you have a diving certificate
Which certification you hold
When you last dived
Whether you need rental equipment
The diving conditions and any additional costs can then be confirmed before the trip.
If diving is your main goal, a dedicated diving day may be a better choice.
Option 3 – Snorkelling and Island Visit
This option is for guests who want to combine coral reefs with beach time.
The crew can travel to a suitable snorkelling site and then include an island stop in the day.
Which island can be visited depends on the booked option, availability, access rules and the daily schedule.
Island fees are included where they form part of the confirmed route.
If you are new to snorkelling, you can find practical advice here:
Option 4 – Dolphin House and Snorkelling
You can also plan the private boat day around known dolphin areas.
This may include the area often called Dolphin House.
There is one important point to understand:
Dolphins are wild animals.
A sighting cannot be guaranteed.
Swimming with dolphins is also not something that can be promised regardless of conditions.
Whether dolphins are seen and whether entering the water is appropriate depends on the animals’ behaviour, weather, waves and the crew’s decision.
A responsible tour respects the dolphins if they move away or keep their distance.
Itinerary for Your Private Boat Tour in Hurghada
Because this tour is flexible, there is no completely fixed schedule.
A typical day may look like this.
1. Pickup from Your Hotel
The tour begins in the morning.
The current page lists pickup at around 08:00.
You are collected from your accommodation and transferred to the marina.
According to the current offer, the boat trip can also be arranged for guests staying in:
Hurghada
El Gouna
Sahl Hasheesh
Makadi Bay
Soma Bay
Safaga
El Quseir
Marsa Alam
For hotels further away, different pickup times or additional transfer conditions may apply.
Always provide your exact hotel name and holiday resort when booking.
2. Arrival at the Marina and Boarding
At the marina, you meet the crew and board the boat.
Before departure, you discuss the main focus of the day.
If snorkelling is your priority, suitable reefs can be included in the plan.
If you want to visit an island, the crew checks which route is suitable that day.
If you want to fish or visit a dolphin area, the programme can be adjusted accordingly.
How Flexible Is a Private Boat Really?
A private boat gives you more flexibility than a standard group tour.
However, private does not mean that every route can be chosen at any time.
The captain still needs to consider:
Wind
Waves
Current
Visibility
Safety conditions
Marina rules
Nature protection rules
Island access conditions
Time needed for the return journey
The crew therefore balances your wishes with the actual conditions on the day.
Snorkelling at Coral Reefs
If snorkelling is part of your chosen route, the boat travels to suitable reefs.
Mask, snorkel and fins are included in the current standard offer.
A life jacket may also be available depending on the boat’s equipment.
Before entering the water, the crew explains the snorkelling area.
If you are snorkelling for the first time, tell them.
You do not need to keep up with experienced swimmers.
Stay where you feel safe and follow the crew’s instructions.
What Can You See While Snorkelling?
The Red Sea reefs are home to many species of reef fish and other marine life.
No one can reliably predict which animals you will see on the day.
Visibility, weather, current and season all affect conditions.
Turtles, dolphins and other larger animals should not be presented as guaranteed sightings.
You are visiting natural reefs and observing whatever marine life is present that day.
Island Visit by Private Boat
If you choose an island option, an island stay can be added to the programme.
The suitable island depends on the booked package and local conditions.
Hurghada has several well-known island and beach destinations.
A private boat can be a good choice if you want to combine snorkelling with time on the beach.
If a particular island matters to you, mention it when booking.
The team can then check whether it is possible with the selected option.
Lunch on Board
A buffet lunch is served during the day.
The current tour description lists hot dishes, salads and side dishes.
Water and soft drinks are also available.
If you are vegetarian or have specific dietary requirements, mention them when booking.
Time to Relax
You do not need to fill every minute of your private boat day with activities.
There is time to relax between stops.
You can sit on deck, swim or simply enjoy being on the water.
For families and small groups, this free time can be one of the best parts of the day.
You are not following the pace of a large public group.
Private Boat Hurghada with Children
A private boat can be a good choice for families who want a more flexible Red Sea day.
You travel only with your own group.
This makes it easier to plan breaks around your children and adjust the pace where possible.
Children aged 6 to 11 pay 50% of the adult price under the current pricing structure.
Children aged 0 to 5 join free of charge.
Children must still be supervised at all times on the boat and near the water.
Useful items for a family boat day include:
Life jacket
Sun hat
Sun cream
Towel
Dry clothes
Small snacks for children
Enough water
If you want to compare more family-friendly boat trips:
Private Boat for Non-Swimmers
You do not need to snorkel to book a private boat.
You can remain on board while other members of your group enter the water.
On an island route, you may also enjoy time on the beach without joining a snorkelling stop.
If you cannot swim, tell the crew in advance.
A life jacket provides support, but it does not replace swimming ability.
Private Boat or Speedboat?
Both options offer more privacy than a large excursion boat.
However, they suit different plans.
A standard private boat works well for a full day with:
Lunch
Longer breaks
Several activities
More space on board
A slower pace
A speedboat is often better if you:
only want a few hours on the water
want to reach an island quickly
prefer a shorter trip
are travelling with a smaller group
If you want to compare both options:
Private Boat or Fixed Island Tour?
A fixed island tour is useful if you already know exactly which destination you want to visit.
For example, there are separate trips for Nemo Island, Eden Island, Orange Bay and other destinations.
The private charter focuses more on flexible planning.
If a specific island stay with clearly defined services matters most to you, a dedicated island tour may be easier.
If you want more freedom in the daily plan, the private charter may suit you better.
No Planned Shopping Stops
There are no planned shopping stops on this boat trip.
The day is focused on the Red Sea and the activities you choose.
There are no compulsory visits to papyrus shops, perfume shops or other sales locations.
Protecting the Coral Reefs
If you snorkel or dive, keep enough distance from the coral.
Corals are living and fragile organisms.
Do not stand on the reef or touch the coral.
Take care with your fins as well.
Marine animals should not be touched or chased.
The same rule applies to dolphins.
They decide whether they remain nearby or swim away.
Weather and Daily Planning
A flexible boat day depends heavily on conditions on the Red Sea.
Wind and waves can affect:
which route is used
which reefs are visited
whether an island visit is possible
whether dolphin areas can be reached safely
whether diving or other water activities can take place
how long individual stops last
The crew makes the final decisions based on safety.
A route change does not automatically mean the tour has been poorly organised.
It may simply be necessary for a safe day at sea.
Health and Limited Mobility
The current tour page describes the private boat format as suitable for many travellers with limited mobility.
This should still be checked individually.
Possible difficulties may include:
Boarding from the marina
Steps on the boat
Moving around on a rocking vessel
Entering the water
Transferring to smaller boats
Reaching island beaches
If you use a wheelchair or need help walking, mention this when booking.
The team can then check whether the boat and your preferred route are suitable.
You can find more information here:
What to Bring on Your Private Boat in Hurghada
For a full day on the Red Sea, we recommend:
Swimwear
Towel
Sun cream
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Dry change of clothes
Personal medication
Waterproof phone case
Power bank
Some cash for personal expenses
If you have your own snorkelling equipment and know it fits well, you can also bring it.
Sun Protection on the Red Sea
You spend many hours in the sun on a boat.
Sunlight is also reflected from the water.
Apply sun cream before departure.
After swimming or snorkelling, reapply it when needed.
A sun hat and lightweight clothing can provide extra protection.
Included in the Standard Price
Hotel pickup and return transfer within the confirmed area
Exclusive private boat
Boat crew
Flexible daily planning within the confirmed option
Snorkelling equipment
Lunch on board
Water
Soft drinks
Island fees where they form part of the confirmed route
Fishing equipment for a confirmed fishing option
Included Only with a Confirmed Option
Depending on your chosen programme, additional services may be included.
These may include:
Island visit
Fishing
Trip to dolphin areas
Diving
Additional equipment
Because the current tour page contains conflicting information about diving equipment, this should be confirmed before booking.
Not Included in the Standard Price
Personal expenses
Photography service, where offered
Tips
Additional activities that have not been confirmed
Diving equipment that has not been confirmed
Services outside the booked route
Who Is a Private Boat in Hurghada For?
This tour may suit you well if you:
want to travel only with your own group
want to spend a full day on the Red Sea
want to choose the main focus of your day
want to combine snorkelling and island time
want to go fishing
prefer a dolphin-area route
do not want to follow a fixed large-group schedule
want lunch and drinks on board
If you already know that you specifically want Nemo Island, Eden Island or a dedicated diving tour, a specialist tour for that activity may be simpler.
Book a Private Boat in Hurghada
If you want more control over how you spend your Red Sea day, you can book a private boat in Hurghada for your preferred date.
Tell us:
Your travel date
Number of adults and children
Your hotel name
Your holiday resort
Which activities matter most to you
If you want to dive, fish or visit a particular island, mention this when making your enquiry.
This allows the team to check which route, equipment and services are available for your group.
After your enquiry, the final daily programme, pickup time and included services can be confirmed.
