Day Trips from Sharm el-Sheikh

The actual experience was fantastic and I would give it 10/10 but Headouts description is misleading. If you are paying for the diving option with snorkeling just be careful that you will not get snorkeling gear which is available in the lower priced variant and the description does not make it clear either. On the day we had to purchase it from the tour company and a single piece would cost $5. If you can't swim, you need not worry as the crew is really proficient and one of the members took us around the reef using a life jackets and floating tube. FYI - life jacket would also cost $5 each. The food was fantastic and the stops were long enough to enjoy at each location. The reef did not have many fish due to lot of tourists but it might be a one off thing. Most important - Be prepared to pay more than the entire products cost in diving videos if you want the ones shot by the crew. The price we were quoted was $100 although we did negotiate it down a bit.

Solo traveler here—didn’t feel awkward at all. The group was small (just 7 people) and the guide made sure everyone chatted. Saw the most EPIC coral formations, plus a sea turtle! They even had ginger tea for after the swim (nice touch). Bring a towel and change of clothes, because you’ll be soaked by the end. Ten outta ten.

Went with my wife and 8yo son, and it was mostly great. My son was a bit scared at first but the crew calmed him down and let him steer the boat for a second (he was THRILLED). Water was clear and warm. Only complaint—the masks were a bit foggy, maybe need new ones. Otherwise, really fun family day.

The actual snorkeling was 10/10, but the start was kinda slow. We waited at the port for about 50 minutes before boarding, not sure why. The staff were friendly though and the boat was pretty clean. Reef is stunning, saw so much more than I expected. Would do again, just hope for quicker boarding next time.

I seriously loved this day trip. Booked solo, ended up making friends on the boat, everyone was from somewhere different! Guides were super patient even when I kept fogging my mask. Highlight: spotted a sea turtle right before lunch. Food was simple but tasty, and free sodas all day. Bring a hat, it gets HOT on deck.

Fun trip overall, Magic Lake is so pretty! The snorkeling part was awesome, though there were a few too many boats at one spot, felt a bit crowded. Staff were laidback and let us chill, and lunch was simple but tasty enough. My son (10) tried snorkeling for the first time and actually managed it, thanks to the guide being patient. Bring snacks if you get hungry easy, and a hat, the sun is BRUTAL.

Went for my birthday with my sister and it turned out EPIC! The Magic Lake is unreal, water is like turquoise glass. Our guide, Mahmoud, took hilarious photos of us (he’s got skills). Lunch was basic but filling, and we met some cool people too. Only thing is, the bus ride was a bit bumpy, but honestly I’d do it all again.

Went solo and had a BLAST. Met people from all over. Crew kept things safe and fun. Lunch was really good, chicken and rice. Would 100% do again.