Semi-Submarine (Batiscaph) Sharm El Sheikh 2026

Tour Programme

Transfer from hotel
Board the semi-submarine
Underwater viewing in the glass cabin
Coral reef and fish observation
Return to hotel

What's included

Included in price

Hotel transfer and back
Batiscaph tour
Insurance

Not included

Drinks
Personal expenses

About the Tour

Semi-submarine in Sharm El Sheikh - a vessel with a glass cabin that descends below the water surface. You sit in a dry cabin and watch the coral reef through large portholes - sharks, turtles, and colourful fish swim past just a metre away. No swimming required. Getting wet is impossible. Perfect for children, elderly visitors, people who are nervous about water, or anyone who wants to experience the underwater world without effort. One of the most accessible and safe ways to discover the reefs of Sharm El Sheikh.

What to bring

Passport Sunscreen Hat Drinking water Camera Comfortable shoes Light clothing

Discounts

Children 6–11 years - 50% of adult price

Children under 5 - free

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to swim?

No. The glass cabin is completely dry. You observe the reef through portholes without entering the water.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes, suitable for all ages from 3 years. One of the safest sea tours available.

What is the difference from a glass-bottom boat?

A glass-bottom boat has glass in the floor and you look down. The semi-submarine has its cabin lowered below the water, with side portholes - a much more immersive experience.

Can I see sharks?

Reef sharks are common at Sharm reefs. They are small and completely harmless to observers.

Semi-submarine in Sharm El Sheikh: how it works

A semi-submarine (batiscaph) is not a real submarine. The hull of the vessel is partially submerged, and passengers sit in a glazed cabin below the waterline. Large portholes give a view of the coral reef and its inhabitants. The cabin is completely watertight and dry.

What you will see

Sharm El Sheikh reefs are among the richest in the Red Sea. Through the portholes you will see: colourful corals - soft and hard, reef fish - parrotfish, angelfish, clownfish, surgeonfish, reef sharks (small and completely harmless), sea turtles, octopuses, and much more. The tour lasts about 2 hours with several stops at different sections of the reef.

Who the semi-submarine is for

The semi-submarine is the ideal choice for anyone who wants to see the underwater world but cannot swim or does not want to dive. Suitable for children from age 3, elderly visitors, pregnant women, and people with limited mobility. No physical preparation required. No equipment needed.

Practical information

Tour lasts approximately 2 hours. Hotel transfer included. Price $30 per adult, $15 per child. Tour runs daily. Bring light clothing and sunscreen for time on deck.