Top Middle East & Africa Sailing Trips

Catamaran Cruise: Isle aux Cerfs, Including BBQ Lunch, in Mauritius

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• See the sights beyond Mauritius on this full-day catamaran cruise to Isle aux Cerfs. The day is packed with adventures, including the chance to snorkel; view the Grand River South East (GRSE) river and its spectacular waterfalls, giant bat colony, and monkeys; and maybe even see dolphins playing in the catamaran's wake. Snorkel gear, a barbecue lunch, and unlimited drinks are all included.
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Menai Bay Sailing Trip from Zanzibar

• Sail to Menai Bay in a traditional wooden dhow sailboat on a full-day tour from Zanzibar, and spend the day exploring marine wildlife, islands, and white-sand beaches. You’ll come to shore to swim and snorkel, drink from fresh-picked coconuts, and enjoy a seafood lunch on an island, then set out along the coast in an out-rigger canoe. This Menai Bay sailing tour is a great chance to spot some of Zanzibar’s bottlenose and humpback dolphins, and it includes pickup and drop-off at Zanzibar hotels.
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Private Yacht Tour Dubai

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• Admire Dubai’s skyline on a private, skippered motor yacht cruise from Dubai Marina. Choose a 2-, 3-, or 4-hour cruise and relax on deck as you sail along the marina and Arabian Gulf waters. Glide by the Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm, and other sights, and on a 3- or 4-hour cruise, opt to swim in the Marina lagoon. Includes unlimited sodas and water, and use of fishing equipment and music system.
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Dubai Deep Sea Fishing Trip

• Discover the best fishing spots from the Dubai Marina on this guided, 4-hour, deep-sea fishing expedition. Choose from a variety of departure times throughout the day, from early morning to mid-afternoon. Then hop into a Silvercraft fishing boat for the adventure of a lifetime. Along the way see popular local sites like Skydive Dubai, the One&Only Royal Mirage Hotel, Atlantis the Palm, the Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab and Anantara the Palm Dubai Resort. All the necessary fishing equipment is included.
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Half Day Boat Trip Adventure

• Avoid the crowds on land and enjoy unobstructed views of Agadir’s coastline on a boat trip. after an hotel pick up we will cruise out of the Harbor along the coastline, you will have a chance to see some magnificent and outstanding sceneries of the Agadir coastline. After sailing for a while, we throw down the anchor and stop for a while, where you will be welcomed to try fishing (fishing equipment are provided on the boat and included in your trip). After the fishing break, we will continue further out to the sea, where we will stop once again, but this time will be a swimming stop, so you can jump from the boat to the water for a refreshing swim, or just relax and take a sunbath on the ship board, later for lunch you will enjoy an amazing Moroccan Barbeque of fresh fish and Moroccan salad prepared by the ship crew.By the end of the trip the same transport will drop you in the hotel .By the way, refreshments are provided all along the trip.
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Half-Day Sal Island Catamaran Cruise from Santa Maria

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• Set sail around Sal island and soak up the scenery along the West Coast on this half-day catamaran cruise from Santa Maria. Cruise around Murdeira bay; spot seasonal wildlife such as humpback whales or sea turtles; and dive in to swim and snorkel in the Atlantic.
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2-Hour Felucca Ride on the River Nile from Cairo - Sunset or Sunrise Options

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• Take a scenic trip down the Nile River on a 2-hour felucca ride from Cairo with hotel transfer. Choose a sunrise or sunset trip, then watch the warm breeze fill the traditional lateen-rigged sails. See minarets and skyscrapers drift by, and enjoy the serenity of life on the water, away from the city’s bustling streets. Simply relax on deck as the morning or evening light illuminates the riverfront’s swaying palms and wharves, then finish the trip with return transfer to your hotel.
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Daily Sail from the Walvis Bay Waterfront in Search of the Namibian Marine Big 5

• Cruise to Pelican Point on a half-day sailing cruise from Walvis Bay that includes a sparkling wine toast with oysters, savory appetizers, and desserts. Sailing in a catamaran means more stability and deck space than many boats, so you’ll have a comfortable seat as you watch for whales, dolphins, leatherback turtles, seals, and mola mola along a scenic stretch of the Namibian coast.
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1-Hour Felucca Sunset Sail on the Nile in Cairo

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• Relax and enjoy the ambiance, views, and scenery on this one-hour Nile River outing. After pickup at your hotel, drive to the Cairo pier where you will board a traditional wooden sailboat called a felucca. Take in the sights and the evening sunset as you observe the bustling city life onshore. After the cruise, your driver takes you back to your Cairo or Giza hotel.
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Luxury Yacht Cruise from Dubai Marina

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• See the sites of Dubai from the water on this guided, 3-hour luxury yacht cruise along the city’s waterfront. Take in the view of Dubai’s breathtaking skyline while relaxing on board a majestic 50-foot yacht. See the many famous sites from Dubai Marina, like the world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa; the Palm Jumeirah, the largest man-made island in the world; plus Atlantis Hotel and Burj Al Arab, a symbol of modern Dubai and the third-tallest hotel in the world. Use of all onboard facilities and fishing equipment is included.
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Nile Felucca Sailing and Kings Valley and Hatshebsoute Temple

• A felucca sailboat ride is a quintessentially Egyptian experience. Enjoy two glorious cruises without a second of bargaining on this Nile and West Bank private tour with private Egyptologist guide. In between cruises, visit three pharaonic tombs in the Valley of the Kings, tour the Temple of Hatshepsut, and admire the Colossi of Memnon. Finally, relax and enjoy the sunset with a Nile breeze in your hair.
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Private Felucca Tour: Aswan Botanic Gardens

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• Set sail on a 2-hour private felucca tour of Aswan’s Botanical Gardens, and explore Kitchener Island with an Egyptologist.  Land on the lush shores of the garden isle, whose 16.8 acres (6.8 hectares) of palm trees, sandalwood and exotic plants were first planted by a legendary British military leader. Learn the story of the island in a small botanical museum, and relax on this tranquil and shady Nile oasis. 
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Aswan: Felucca Boat Cruise Adventure

• Sail the Nile River in a traditional felucca sailboat on a half-day trip that includes lunch aboard the boat. Cruising with a Nubian captain is a chance to learn about an ancient people that few visitors to Egypt ever encounter, and the leisurely pace of the sailing trip leaves plenty of time to chat about the Nubian language and culture while enjoying views of scenic Nile riverbanks.
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Cairo by Night Tour Including Felucca Ride and Bustling Khan El Khalili Souk

• Cairo and the Nile River are especially scenic at night, but getting around after dark can be overwhelming for first time visitors. This 3-hour, private tour is a convenient way to explore in the evening, and includes a felucca ride down the Nile, shopping at the Khan el Khalili bazaar, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Felucca Day Cruise in Luxor

• Sail up the Nile in a felucca, a traditional wooden sailboat, during this 8-hour tour from Luxor. Meet your friendly crew, relax and enjoy lunch on board as the boat sails under Luxor Bridge. Go ashore at Jezirat Moz banana farm and stroll through the plantation, breathing the scent of the tropical fruit orchards and picking bananas to enjoy. Sail back to Luxor at sunset, watching the fiery sun dip behind the horizon. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Luxor hotels are included.
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Felucca Ride on the Nile in Aswan at Sunset

• Enjoy sun set time in a traditional felucca ride on the Nile River in Aswan. Enjoy a fantastic sailing experience as you sail around Elephantine Island and visit the famous Botanical Gardens in Aswan.
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Nile Trip on Felucca for an hour in Aswan

• A felucca sailboat ride along the Nile’s lush green borders and Nubian islands is a must when in Aswan. But haggling with boatmen takes time and energy, while it’s hard for people who don’t speak Arabic to get a decent deal. On this guided felucca cruise, enjoy all the serenity of the Nile with none of the hassles. It includes door-to-door round-trip transfers for maximum ease.
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Private Boat Tour: Soheil Island

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• Board a private felucca on the Nile, navigate Aswan’s cataracts and visit Soheil Island, a Nubian community in the heart of the river. Discover Nubia’s rich culture and ancient history on a 3-hour tour with an Egyptologist, meet the locals and get a glimpse of daily life in a Nubian house. 
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Private Felucca in the River Nile

• Cruise down the River Nile like an ancient pharaoh during this 60-minute private ride aboard an iconic Egyptian Felucca boat. These small water vessels, typically propelled by oars or sails, have plied the waters of this ancient aquatic highway for centuries. Soak up a slice of Egyptian life as you cruise, watching for small villages and river islands as you ride. Your cruise also includes an on-board Egyptologist guide, boat fees and round-trip hotel transport.
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Nile River Felucca Ride in Luxor

• Sail the Nile River in a traditional Egyptian felucca sailboat on an hour-long, morning excursion from Luxor. You’ll see the shores of Elephantine Island, lush riverbanks, and Luxor landmarks as you catch the morning breeze, tacking across the gentle current of the Nile River. Pre-booking a sailing trip saves you the hassle of negotiating on the docks, and this felucca tour includes pickup and drop-off at Luxor hotels, as well as light refreshments on the boat.
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Petra Tour from Sharm by Cruise

• Drive from Sharm to Taba to sail across the Gulf of Aqaba on a ferry to Jordan, where we will take you to the incredible, rock-cut city of Petra. This is truly a site to behold. Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most impressive archeological sites you will ever see.
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SAIL TRIP WITH FELUCCA AND VISIT THE NUBIAN VILLAGE WITH MOTORBOAT FROM ASWAN

• Sail on the Nile with Felucca and then motorboat to the Nubian village with from Aswan? we can help you.Take a boat trip down the Nile River and see the most attractive area in Egypt, Visit the Nubian village and get closer  Nubian village life and meet a Nubian family, learn about their lifestyle, culture, and traditions
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Day Trip to Petra from Dahab by Ferry Boat

• Ride across the Gulf of Aqaba on the ferry to Jordan, where we will take you to the incredible, rock-cut city of Petra. This is truly a site to behold. Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most impressive archeological sites you will ever see.
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3-Hour Sailing Adventure on Dakhla Lagoon

• This catamaran tour of the Dakhla Lagoon is a great day trip option if you’re looking to relax. Grab a snack and a drink as your captain and crew take you past flamingo-filled sand dunes, to secluded beaches, and over picture-perfect waters. Hotel pickup and drop-off round out a simple and lively outing.
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