Nefertari Pharaonic Cruise with Snorkeling – Sahl Hasheesh

Imagine a boat built like the tomb of an Egyptian queen. The Nefertari copies the ancient tomb of Queen Nefertari, and this cruise for guests in Sahl Hasheesh mixes pharaonic style with a relaxed snorkeling stop.

The boat sails from Makadi Bay, just south of Sahl Hasheesh. We collect you at your hotel, drive you down there and bring you back afterwards. Two departures run every day, one at 09:00 and one at 13:30. Plan on about 4 hours, with the boat heading toward Abu Hashish Island.

A bit of history: Nefertari was married to Ramses II. Her tomb, in the Valley of the Queens, is famous for its bright wall paintings. On board, take the stairs down to the underwater observation deck, where big panoramic windows show the coral and fish while you stay dry.

Next comes photo time. Put on the clothes of a pharaoh king or queen and pose on a copy of the throne of Tutankhamun. Then a guide takes you snorkeling so you can see the reef up close. Safety equipment and life jackets are provided.

As the boat returns, you sit down to a 3-course meal of chicken or seafood with soft drinks. Personal spending and the photo and video services are not included.

Good to know: if you cannot swim, the underwater deck still lets you see the reef. Pack sunscreen, a towel, swimwear and a passport or a copy. Your exact pickup time from the Sahl Hasheesh hotel is sent on WhatsApp or Telegram after booking.

Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sahl Hasheesh
• Nefertari cruise from Makadi Bay
• Underwater observation deck
• Guided snorkeling stop
• Life jackets and safety equipment
• Photos in ancient Egyptian costumes
• 3-course meal on board
• Soft drinks

Not included

• Photo and video services
• Personal expenses