Yacht Charter Egypt
Discover Egypt's Red Sea paradise with our yacht charter services. World-class diving, pristine coral reefs, year-round sunshine, and ancient wonders await.
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Yacht Charter Egypt Highlights
Hurghada
Main charter base with excellent marina facilities, vibrant resort town, and gateway to spectacular diving sites. Perfect provisioning and services.
Giftun Island
Protected marine reserve with pristine beaches, spectacular coral reefs, and crystal-clear waters. One of the Red Sea's most popular anchorages.
Sharm El Sheikh
World-famous diving destination at the southern tip of Sinai Peninsula. Access to Ras Mohammed National Park and stunning reef walls.
Marsa Alam
Remote southern destination with pristine reefs, dugong sightings, and less crowded diving. Spectacular marine biodiversity and untouched coral gardens.
Brothers Islands
Remote offshore pinnacles offering world-class diving with sharks, pristine hard corals, and dramatic drop-offs. For experienced divers and sailors.
Luxor & Valley of the Kings
Combine sailing with ancient Egyptian history. Easy day trips from Red Sea marinas to explore temples, tombs, and millennia of civilisation.
An Egypt yacht charter puts you on Red Sea reefs, short coastal hops and winter sun when Europe is cold. Most fleets base in Hurghada or El Gouna, with the Marsa Alam area for southern reef itineraries. Compare start harbours in our Egypt charter bases guide.
Peak winter and spring bring the busiest weeks. Wind can be lively on open Red Sea legs, so competent crews treat reef approaches with daylight and local briefings. Summer is hotter, with more early starts and shade-minded routing.
From bareboats to skippered catamarans and crewed yachts, we match you to the right platform for Hurghada logistics and Red Sea yacht charter weeks that stay honest about reef rules and operator coverage.
Departure bases in Egypt
These are the marinas and harbours charter weeks usually start from. Pick the base for the airport, the first night and the kind of week you want.
Full Egypt charter bases guide
- Egypt charter bases (Full guide to Hurghada, El Gouna and the Marsa Alam area.)
- Hurghada (Main Red Sea charter logistics hub with the strongest fleet volume.)
- El Gouna (Planned marina town north of Hurghada, useful for quieter first nights.)
- Marsa Alam area (Southern option for reef-focused weeks when an operator bases there.)
Yachts in Egypt
Alegria 67 (2022) in Egypt
From €31,500 / week
Egypt Yacht Charter Types
In Egypt you can hire a monohull sailing yacht, a catamaran, or a motor yacht. Bareboat and skippered weeks are the usual products; crewed and by-the-cabin options appear on the busier coasts. Pick the boat type that matches the group, then we shortlist fleets that actually sit in that base.
Bareboat
- Complete freedom to explore at your own pace
- Lower cost option for experienced sailors
- Privacy and independence
- Choose your own route and schedule
Skippered
- Local expert knowledge of hazards and best anchorages
- No sailing qualifications required
- Stress-free navigation and mooring
- Learn while you sail!
Catamaran
- Spacious living areas and stability
- Shallow draft for accessing secluded bays
- Perfect for families and larger groups
- Two hulls means more privacy and space for wet-gear and toys
Crewed Luxury
- Chef, captain and concierge experience
- Professional crew handles everything
- Tailored menus, activities and privacy
- Ultimate relaxation and comfort
Yacht Charter Egypt: Guide Prices
| Season | Bareboat | Catamaran | Crewed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Season (Jun-Aug) | €2,220 | €3,890 | €7,870 |
| Mid Season (May, Sep-Oct) | €2,590 | €4,440 | €8,800 |
| High Season (Nov-Apr) | €3,240 | €5,560 | €11,110 |
| Peak Season (Dec-Feb) | €3,890 | €6,670 | €13,430 |
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Yacht Charter Egypt FAQs
Bareboat usually needs recognised coastal experience and operator paperwork; many companies prefer an ICC or equivalent plus recent skippering. Skippered and crewed weeks do not require you to skipper. We confirm documents before booking.
October to May is the classic season for comfortable Red Sea weeks. Summer is hotter with more wind-chop on open legs. Ask us which months fit your group.
A mid-size monohull or catamaran week often sits in the low-to-mid thousands of euros (or local equivalent) in shoulder season; peak winter weeks and larger boats cost more. Fuel, marina fees and optional skipper sit on top.
Yacht use for the week, standard inventory and contractual insurance. Fuel, overnight fees, park or reef fees where they apply, food and optional crew are usually extras.
Most weeks start in Hurghada or El Gouna, with the Marsa Alam area for southern reef itineraries. See the Egypt charter bases page for harbour-by-harbour notes.
Bareboat suits crews comfortable with reef navigation and Red Sea wind. Skippered is the better default for first Egypt weeks or anyone who wants local routing onto reefs without handling every approach themselves.
Reefs, wind and restricted zones matter. Plan daylight arrivals, respect marine park rules, and follow the operator briefing on where you may anchor or pick up a mooring.
Yes. A classic week covers Hurghada and El Gouna coastal hops, or a Marsa Alam area reef circuit if your boat is based there. Trying to cover the entire Red Sea coast in seven days usually means too much motoring.
