Ras Mohammed Shore Snorkeling, Mangroves & Magic Lake Tour
Where the Sinai desert cracks open onto the Red Sea's oldest reef — and you wade straight in from the shore.
Overview
Just thirty minutes south of your hotel, the Sinai desert runs out of land and drops straight into the Red Sea. This is Ras Mohammed — Egypt's first national park — and today you'll explore it the way few visitors do: from the shore, with a mask and fins and only a few steps of warm sand between you and the reef.
You'll pass through the park's Allah Gate and follow the coast to a coral garden that begins in the shallows. Slip in and the water turns to glass — parrotfish grazing the reef, clouds of orange anthias, perhaps a turtle drifting by. Back on land you'll walk among mangrove trees that have learned to drink saltwater, and stand at the edge of an ancient crack the earth tore open long ago.
Then comes the Magic Lake — a pool so dense with salt that you float without trying. Locals say a swim here brings good luck; either way, its mineral-rich water leaves your skin soft for days. Climb the low cliff above the coast and you'll see both the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba at once, desert mountains on one side and endless blue on the other.
Your guide takes care of the park fees, the driving and the best snorkel spots, so all you carry is a towel and your curiosity. Choose the shared group trip for the friendly, best-value option, or go private for a car and guide of your own — either way you're back at your hotel by early afternoon, sun-warmed and salt-rinsed.
Highlights
- Snorkel straight from the shore over Ras Mohammed's living coral gardens, alive with colourful fish
- Float effortlessly in the hyper-saline Magic Lake — so salty you simply cannot sink
- Walk among rare mangrove trees that thrive on pure Red Sea saltwater
- Stand at the ancient earthquake crack where the Sinai desert split apart
- Climb the cliff where the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet for sweeping photos
- Explore Egypt's first national park — entry fees, air-conditioned transport and guide all included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh
- Transport in an air-conditioned van
- Knowledgeable English/Italian-speaking guide
- Ras Mohammed National Park entry fees
- Shore snorkeling stop over the coral gardens
- Magic (Salt) Lake swim stop
- Mangrove forest photo stop
- Earthquake Crack photo stop
- Gulf of Aqaba panorama photo stop
- Snorkeling gear (available as a rental add-on)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
Pick your date
Guide language English Change
Optional. Pickup from your hotel
Free pickup and drop-off across Sharm El Sheikh.
Optional Add-ons
Absolutely brilliant shore snorkeling tour! This is perfect if you prefer not to go on a boat - we snorkeled directly from the beach which was much more relaxing. We were picked up promptly from our hotel and the 30-minute drive to the national park was comfortable. The Allah Gate at the entrance is stunning - such a unique natural rock formation. The snorkeling at Suez Gulf was fantastic - crystal clear water with so many colorful fish and beautiful coral reefs right from the shore. Perfect for beginners or families. The mangrove forest was fascinating - our guide explained how these special trees thrive in salty water. The Salt Lake was incredible - the high salt concentration means you float effortlessly like in the Dead Sea! Very therapeutic and the views of mountains and dunes were gorgeous. We also saw the massive earthquake crack which was impressive. Everything was well-organized with a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Great value for money. Highly recommend!
Passeio excelente com snorkeling direto da praia! Não precisa de barco, o que é perfeito. Vimos muitos peixes coloridos e corais lindos logo na beira. O Allah Gate é impressionante. A floresta de mangue é única e fascinante. O Lago Salgado foi incrível - você flutua naturalmente como no Mar Morto! Águas terapêuticas e vistas maravilhosas. Guia muito atencioso. Altamente recomendado!
Прекрасная экскурсия с снорклингом прямо с берега! Это идеально для тех, кто не хочет плыть на лодке. Нас забрали из отеля вовремя и довезли до национального парка в комфортабельном автобусе. Ворота Аллаха на входе очень красивые - отличное место для фото. Снорклинг в заливе Суэц был потрясающим - мы плавали с маской прямо с пляжа и видели столько красочных рыб и коралловых рифов! Вода кристально чистая и идеально подходит для начинающих. Мангровые деревья уникальны - они растут в соленой воде Красного моря, создавая особую экосистему. Гид очень хорошо объяснил важность этих деревьев. Соленое озеро было изюминкой - вода настолько соленая что ты просто плаваешь как в Мертвом море! Очень расслабляющий опыт с прекрасными видами на горы и дюны. Мы также видели массивную трещину от землетрясения. Вся экскурсия отлично организована, гид дружелюбный и знающий. Отличное соотношение цены и качества!
Świetna wycieczka ze snorkelingiem z brzegu! Nie potrzeba łodzi, co jest idealne. Koralowce i ryby tuż przy plaży. Mangrowy fascynujące, Słone Jezioro magiczne - pływasz jak w Morzu Martwym! Brama Allaha piękna. Przewodnik bardzo pomocny. Polecam!
Excelente tour de medio día perfecto para quienes prefieren hacer snorkel desde la orilla! No necesitas barco, lo cual es genial. Nos recogieron puntualmente del hotel y el transporte fue muy cómodo. El Allah Gate es impresionante como entrada al parque. El snorkel en el Golfo de Suez fue increíble - directamente desde la playa vimos tantos peces tropicales coloridos y arrecifes de coral hermosos. El agua estaba cristalina y es perfecto para principiantes o familias con niños. El bosque de manglares es único - árboles creciendo en agua salada del Mar Rojo, un ecosistema fascinante. Nuestro guía explicó muy bien la importancia ecológica. El Lago Salado fue lo mejor - el agua tiene propiedades terapéuticas similares al Mar Muerto y flotas sin esfuerzo. Muy relajante con vistas espectaculares de las montañas. También vimos la grieta del terremoto masiva. Todo muy bien organizado con un guía excelente. ¡Altamente recomendado para amantes de la naturaleza!
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