From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 424 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate worth booking?
From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate is a 5-hour experience in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, from $17 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 424 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (424)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $17 per person
See one of Egypt's most famous nature reserves — without the cost of a boat trip. This land tour from Sharm El Sheikh explores Ras Mohammed National Park, where desert mountains meet the Red Sea. Your day starts with free hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle, plus a quick stop to rent snorkeling gear (or bring your own). Enjoy a panoramic photo stop over the Gulf of Aqaba, then visit the iconic Allah Gate, the park's official entrance. Inside the reserve, explore the mangrove forest, where trees grow from the salty Red Sea water, and see the ancient Earthquake Crack. Then swim in the famous Magic Lake, known for its high salinity and local legends, before snorkeling from the shore over coral gardens full of colorful fish. You'll be back at your hotel by early afternoon. Iconic viewpoints, Magic Lake, mangroves, and reef snorkeling — the easiest way to see Ras Mohammed National Park in one half-day tour.
What you get
About this experience
See one of Egypt's most famous nature reserves — without the cost of a boat trip. This land tour from Sharm El Sheikh explores Ras Mohammed National Park, where desert mountains meet the Red Sea. Your day starts with free hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle, plus a quick stop to rent snorkeling gear (or bring your own). Enjoy a panoramic photo stop over the Gulf of Aqaba, then visit the iconic Allah Gate, the park's official entrance. Inside the reserve, explore the mangrove forest, where trees grow from the salty Red Sea water, and see the ancient Earthquake Crack. Then swim in the famous Magic Lake, known for its high salinity and local legends, before snorkeling from the shore over coral gardens full of colorful fish. You'll be back at your hotel by early afternoon. Iconic viewpoints, Magic Lake, mangroves, and reef snorkeling — the easiest way to see Ras Mohammed National Park in one half-day tour.
What's included
Included
- Snorkeling stop from shore at Coral Gardens
- Mangrove Trees Photo Stop
- Professional guide
- Earthquake cracks visit
- Use of Snorkeling Equipment (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm el-Sheikh
- Photo stops (Allah Gate & Gulf of Aqaba)
- Magic Lake Swimming Stop
- Ras Mohamed National Park entry
What you'll see and do
Ras Mohammed Nature Reserve
This was the first national park in Egypt. On land, the park protects a small mangrove forest at the end of the peninsula. Further inland, the landscapes include mountains, sand dunes, wadis, and coastal mud plains. The Red Sea Reef and surrounding reef areas include both fringing and hermatypic type reefs. There are over 220 species of corals accompanied by over 1,000 species of fish, 40 species of starfish, 150 species of crustaceans, and 25 species of sea urchins. The green turtle and the hawksbill turtle are two of the sea turtles which can be found swimming amongst the reefs fairly regularly.
300 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egyptra Travel Services
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 424 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
424 verified traveler reviews for From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
ROBERRY
One start too much. Booked trip for 2, appointment was 8.15 at the main door. Been there from 8.00 to 9.00 no one! Got an email at 8.15 said they was there, answered at 8.16 no answer and no one. Tried to call 3 time: no answer. They won't refund. We call it simply ROBBERY!!! Lost time and money!!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback, Michael. We will review the matter with our operations team and get back to you regarding this case. We’re confident we’ll find a satisfactory solution, and we appreciate you contacting Egyptra.
via Tripadvisor
Family trip to Ras Mohhamad
Positives: easy booking in the currency you prefer. We chose a trip in English and had an excellent guides. The snorkeling instructor was very nice and looked after our kids well. There was a structure to the day. You can rent snorkeling equipment (we were told life jacket compulsory, not sure it was really the case). Not much walking required so take comfy shoes for swimming/ walking on the sand. Negatives: mini bus with insufficient air conditioning so the travel wasn't as comfortable as it could be. We had to wait 30 min in the mini bus with no air con on as they were late or there was miscommunication about the pick up place. Really annoying x
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback about your family trip to Ras Mohammed. We’re really glad to hear that you enjoyed the overall experience, especially the ease of booking, the organization of the day, and the support from our guides. It’s great to know that the snorkeling instructor took good care of your kids and helped make the experience enjoyable and safe for your family. At the same time, we truly appreciate you pointing out the issues with the transportation. Waiting in a minibus without proper air conditioning is definitely not the level of comfort we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating that must have been—especially with a delay or miscommunication at pickup. Your feedback is very valuable, and we will make sure to address this with our team to improve coordination and vehicle conditions. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again for an even smoother and more comfortable experience in the future.
via Viator
The pickup took place...
The pickup took place within the given time window by minibus. They collected the whole group from different hotels, and we then headed to the snorkeling equipment rental point (around $15 for a full set or $5 per item). After that, we stopped at a gas station, which was the last chance to use a restroom during the day. Prices there were extremely high! We grabbed a couple of snacks. The restroom conditions were quite poor—no toilet paper and no working flush—which seems to be fairly common in Egypt. We then drove to Ras Mohammed National Park, where we had to wait in line to enter. By that point, the whole trip had already taken about two hours. The first stop was snorkeling. People from two buses were combined into one group. The instructor made sure everyone stayed together and that no one touched the corals. The underwater views were absolutely beautiful, but there were a huge number of tourists. At times it felt quite chaotic—people accidentally hitting each other with fins, and some older participants holding onto random strangers just to stay afloat. The instructor had one life ring available, but considering the group size, it would have been better to have 2–3. After snorkeling, we visited Magic Lake, which honestly looked like a bright blue, pretty puddle. There were hundreds of tiny crabs on the ground. Then we saw a crack formed by an earthquake, mangrove trees, and finally the Allah Gate. Overall, everything went quite smoothly. The team and instructors were friendly and didn’t pressure anyone into anything. There were photographers with us who actively offered to take photos and even went underwater. As someone else once described: “well-organized chaos.”
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and balanced review. We’re glad to hear that overall the day went smoothly and that you enjoyed the beautiful underwater views in Ras Mohammed National Park. It’s also great to know that our team and instructors were friendly and supportive, and that you felt no pressure during the experience—that’s very important to us. At the same time, we truly appreciate your honest feedback. We understand that long transfer times, busy snorkeling spots, and large group sizes can affect the overall comfort of the trip. Your comments about the need for additional safety equipment, such as more life rings, are especially valuable and will be shared with our team to improve safety and organization. We also acknowledge your notes regarding the stops along the way and the facilities—these are areas we continuously aim to improve, even when they are partly outside of our direct control. Your description of the experience as “well-organized chaos” is both honest and insightful, and we genuinely appreciate that perspective. Feedback like yours helps us refine the experience for future guests. Thank you again, and we hope to have the chance to provide you with an even better experience next time!
via Viator
Amazing experience
Everything was amazing, beautiful sightseeing
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! 🌟🌊 We’re delighted to hear that everything was amazing and that you enjoyed the beautiful sightseeing throughout the day 🌅🐠 Ras Mohamed National Park truly offers breathtaking views, from the crystal-clear sea to the stunning desert landscapes 🏜️💙 We hope to welcome you again soon in Sharm El Sheikh for another unforgettable adventure! ✨
via Tripadvisor
Perfect!!
We had an absolutely incredible experience on our Sharm excursion! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and stress-free. The team was professional, friendly, and made us feel safe and well looked after the entire time.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟✨ We’re thrilled that your day at Ras Mohamed National Park and Magic Lake was absolutely incredible 🐠🏜️ From start to finish, our team strives to make every moment stress-free, safe, and unforgettable 🙌💙 Your kind words about our friendly and professional crew mean the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Sharm El Sheikh for another perfect adventure! 🚤🌅
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 148
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Egyptra Travel Services, who run 19 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.3 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
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From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sharm el Sheikh.
How much does From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate cost?
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Prices start at $17 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sharm el Sheikh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sharm el Sheikh is not rushed.
Is From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 424 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Sharm el Sheikh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate?
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Around 148 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sharm el Sheikh can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sharm el Sheikh and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sharm el Sheikh within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sharm el Sheikh?
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On Outty we rank every Sharm el Sheikh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sharm El sheikh Safari ATV Quad with Camel Ride & hotel transfer, Sharm El Sheikh: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling, Allah Gate & Magic Lake, Sharm El-Sheikh: Ultimate ATV Quad, Stargazing & BBQ Dinner. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sharm el Sheikh?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sharm el Sheikh?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate?
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Included: Snorkeling stop from shore at Coral Gardens; Mangrove Trees Photo Stop; Professional guide; Earthquake cracks visit; and Use of Snorkeling Equipment (if option selected). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 348 listed pickup locations in and around Sharm el Sheikh. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate offered in?
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It is offered in English and Italian. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Sharm el Sheikh. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about From Sharm: Ras Mohammed Snorkeling Trip, Magic Lake & Allah Gate?
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Across 424 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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