The legendary Blue Hole, Bedouin lunch in Assalah and free time in Dahab village.
About this trip
Dahab is a 90-minute drive north of Sharm, the road hugs the Gulf of Aqaba coast. The Blue Hole is a 130-metre-deep submarine sinkhole that sits a few metres off the shore, snorkelers stay on the rim and look down into the abyss. Lunch is in Assalah, a Bedouin village with low cushions and grilled fish. Afternoon is free time in Dahab old town.
Trip highlights
- Snorkel the famous Blue Hole
- Bedouin-style lunch
- Dahab old market visit
What's included
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins, vest)
- Buffet lunch on board
- Soft drinks, tea & water
- Certified captain & crew
- Insurance
- Underwater camera (extra)
- Alcoholic drinks (extra)
- Tip for captain & crew (optional)
Daily itinerary
Approximate. Subject to weather and sea conditions.
- 08:00Hotel pickup
- 09:00Arrival at the reef bay
- 09:30Snorkeling session 1
Easy shore entry. Resident turtles and reef fish.
- 11:30Refreshments break
- 12:30Snorkeling session 2
- 13:30Lunch
- 15:00Hotel drop-off
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before the trip start time and get a full refund. After that, we can usually reschedule but cash is non-refundable.
Guest reviews
30 verified reviews from real guests
Sehr empfehlenswert
Spontan gebucht und nicht bereut. Das Blue Hole ist legendär, das beduinische Mittagessen authentisch. Klare Empfehlung für jeden Ägypten-Besucher.
Tout simplement bluffant. Le Blue Hole est mythique, déjeuner bédouin authentique. Déjeuner à bord copieux et savoureux.
Exceeded expectations
Smooth booking, smooth day. Loved the desert drive and Dahab village vibe. Will definitely book with them again next visit.
Perfect day on the water
Wow, just wow. Blue Hole is iconic and the Bedouin lunch was so authentic. Pickup was on time and crew super friendly.
Hoogtepunt van onze vakantie
Echt geweldig. Blue Hole is iconisch, bedoeïenenlunch authentiek. Ophalen bij hotel op tijd, crew vriendelijk.
Топ
Лучшее впечатление от отпуска. Blue Hole легендарный, бедуинский обед аутентичный. Бронирование простое, цена честная.
Exceeded expectations
Spectacular from start to finish. Blue Hole is iconic and the Bedouin lunch was so authentic. Booking was effortless and price was honest.
Top-Erlebnis
Einfach Wahnsinn. Das Blue Hole ist legendär, das beduinische Mittagessen authentisch. Beim nächsten Mal definitiv wieder.
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Onvergetelijk!
Het hoogtepunt van onze vakantie. Blue Hole is iconisch, bedoeïenenlunch authentiek. Lunch aan boord lekker en ruim.
Sehr empfehlenswert
Unsere Familie war begeistert. Das Blue Hole ist legendär, das beduinische Mittagessen authentisch. Buchung mühelos, Preis fair.
حبيتها جداً
يوم خرافي صراحة! حبيت الطلعة الصحراوية وجو دهب. الحجز سهل والسعر صادق.
Незабываемо!
Вся семья в восторге. Blue Hole легендарный, бедуинский обед аутентичный. Рекомендую всем, кто едет в Египет.
Worth every penny
Wow, just wow. Blue Hole is iconic and the Bedouin lunch was so authentic. Will definitely book with them again next visit.
Unforgettable!
Honestly the highlight of our holiday. Blue Hole is iconic and the Bedouin lunch was so authentic. Lunch on board was tasty and plenty.
Absolutely amazing
Wow, just wow. Loved the desert drive and Dahab village vibe. Pickup was on time and crew super friendly.
Hele gezin genoot. Blue Hole is iconisch, bedoeïenenlunch authentiek. Boeking moeiteloos, prijs eerlijk.
Bester Tag des Urlaubs
Das Highlight unseres Urlaubs. Das Blue Hole ist legendär, das beduinische Mittagessen authentisch. Pünktliche Hotelabholung, freundliche Crew.
حبيتها جداً
يوم خرافي صراحة! البلو هول مكان أسطوري، والغداء البدوي أصيل. التوصيل من الفندق في موعده وطاقم لطيف.
يستحق كل قرش
العيلة كلها استمتعت. حبيت الطلعة الصحراوية وجو دهب. هحجز معاهم تاني أكيد.
Worth every penny
Wow, just wow. Blue Hole is iconic and the Bedouin lunch was so authentic. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Egypt.
Absolut traumhaft
Unsere Familie war begeistert. Das Blue Hole ist legendär, das beduinische Mittagessen authentisch. Mittagessen an Bord war reichlich und lecker.
Best day of our trip
We booked last minute and so glad we did. Loved the desert drive and Dahab village vibe. Will definitely book with them again next visit.
What an incredible day! Blue Hole is iconic and the Bedouin lunch was so authentic. Pickup was on time and crew super friendly.
Worth every penny
Our family had a brilliant time. Loved the desert drive and Dahab village vibe. Booking was effortless and price was honest.
Sehr empfehlenswert
Spontan gebucht und nicht bereut. Das Blue Hole ist legendär, das beduinische Mittagessen authentisch. Pünktliche Hotelabholung, freundliche Crew.
Sehr empfehlenswert
Das Highlight unseres Urlaubs. Das Blue Hole ist legendär, das beduinische Mittagessen authentisch. Mittagessen an Bord war reichlich und lecker.
Незабываемо!
Лучшее впечатление от отпуска. Blue Hole легендарный, бедуинский обед аутентичный. Бронирование простое, цена честная.
أنصح بشدة
أحلى يوم في الإجازة. حبيت الطلعة الصحراوية وجو دهب. أنصح بشدة لأي حد جاي مصر.
Вся семья в восторге. Blue Hole легендарный, бедуинский обед аутентичный. Обязательно поедем снова.
Забронировали в последний момент, не пожалели. Blue Hole легендарный, бедуинский обед аутентичный. Обязательно поедем снова.
Trip-specific questions
Is the Blue Hole safe for snorkelers?
Yes, snorkelers stay on the shallow shore-side rim where the water is two to four metres deep. The 130-metre drop is what you look down into, not into. The deadly accidents at the Blue Hole are all technical divers attempting the arch at depth, irrelevant to a surface snorkel.
How deep is the water under me?
On the rim, two to four metres. A few finstrokes off the rim, the bottom drops to 130 metres. The colour change is the famous part, turquoise shallows on one side, a dark blue circle on the other. You float right across the edge.
Is there a current at the Blue Hole?
Light surface current most days, the bay is sheltered from north winds. The captain points out the exit reef before you swim, so even if you drift slightly, the path back is obvious. Vests are mandatory for non-confident swimmers.
How long is the bus ride from Sharm?
90 minutes each way on a comfortable air-conditioned coach. The road hugs the Gulf of Aqaba coast and is one of the most scenic drives in Sinai. We hand out water and snacks for the ride, you can sleep through it if you want.
