One boat, one day, just your people. Swim off the back deck, rest in the shade, snorkel the next reef when you are ready and sail home in the late-afternoon light. The most popular day out is the Giftun Islands, two islands off the city inside the Northern Red Sea Islands protected area, with swimming and snorkelling stops your captain chooses for the sea that day.
Who it suits
Groups and families who want the whole day at sea, with time to swim, snorkel and rest on board. A motor yacht or a catamaran gives shade and space for a long day.
How the day usually goes
Most days go out to Giftun Kebir and Giftun Soraya, with time near beaches such as Orange Bay and Mahmya and on the reefs around them. On a calm day some groups ask to stop at Dolphin House, the reef at Shaab El Erg north of the city.
Your captain chooses the order and the stops for the wind and the sea. On the reefs, boats tie up to mooring buoys, and nobody touches coral or takes anything from the sea, not even shells.
Your quote states the departure time, the route and the stops agreed with the operator.
Where you board
Many private boats in Hurghada leave from Hurghada Marina in Sakala, in the city centre. Your quote names the harbour and the meeting point for your trip, so you know where to find the crew.
When to go
Boats sail all year. The sea is about 22 °C in February and March and 28 °C in August. The wind blows from the north all year and is strongest from late May to early October. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable for a full day. In summer the sun is strong, so a morning start helps.
What is included
Before you pay, your concierge confirms with the operator in writing that there is a life jacket for every guest, in children’s sizes if children are coming. Everything else is written on your quote, line by line: snorkelling gear, food and drinks, towels, any protected-area fee and a hotel transfer. If it is not on the quote, it is not included.
Questions
What if the weather turns?
If the port authority or your captain stops sailing, you choose a new date or a full refund.
Is there a fee for the Giftun Islands?
The islands are part of the Northern Red Sea Islands protected area. Your quote says whether a protected-area fee applies to your trip and whether it is included.
Can non-swimmers come?
Yes. They can stay on board, or snorkel in a life jacket. Your concierge confirms the life jackets with the operator in writing before you pay.
When do I pay?
Nothing is charged when you send a request. If you accept the quote, your concierge sends a secure payment link for the 25% deposit to LuxuryYacht.Tours, and you receive a receipt. You pay the 75% balance to the operator before boarding.
Who runs the yacht?
A licensed local operator. We name it on your booking page as soon as your deposit is paid. We are the booking agent and your concierge.
Do I need my passport?
Bring it or a copy. The port may check guests’ details before the boat leaves.
Is the price per person or for the whole boat?
For the whole boat. Every trip is a private charter for your group only, and the price covers the yacht, not each guest.
Where do the boats for a full-day private charter in hurghada leave from?
From Marine Sports Club, Tourist Port and Batros Palace. Your quote names the exact meeting point.
How long are the trips in Hurghada?
The yachts listed in Hurghada offer: Half day (4 hours), Full day (8 hours), Sunset (3 hours), Dinner cruise (3 hours, evening), Multi-day charter (overnight) and Fishing trip.
How many guests can come?
Up to 10 to 13 guests, depending on the yacht. Each yacht page shows its own licensed limit.
See all private yacht options in Hurghada.