7-Day Saudi Red Sea Yacht Charter: Exploring Pristine Coral Reefs & Ancient History
7 planned days, starting at Jeddah and finishing at Jazan. Stops include Jeddah, Five Sisters Islands (Jabal Al-Misk), Al Wajh Lagoon, Sharm Obhur, Farasan Banks and further stops detailed below. Confirm the daily passages and shore plans with your captain before booking.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Jeddah
- Final planned stop
- Jazan
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Explore Al-Balad (Historic Jeddah)
- Day 1Visit Naseef House
- Day 1Dine at a local seafood restaurant
- Day 1Provisioning and safety briefing
- Day 2Snorkelling and diving among vibrant coral reefs
- Day 2Paddleboarding in secluded coves
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Jeddah
Your Saudi Red Sea yacht charter commences in Jeddah, a vibrant port city. After boarding, settle into your yacht and enjoy lunch as you prepare for departure. An afternoon stroll through Al-Balad, the historic old town, reveals ancient coral stone houses and bustling souqs.
- Explore Al-Balad (Historic Jeddah)
- Visit Naseef House
- Dine at a local seafood restaurant
- Provisioning and safety briefing
- Anchorage
- Jeddah Islamic Port
- Dining
- Traditional Hijazi cuisine at a local restaurant in Al-Balad
- DAY 02
Five Sisters Islands (Jabal Al-Misk)
Today your yacht sails north to the remote Five Sisters Islands, part of the Jabal Al-Misk archipelago. These uninhabited islands offer some of the most pristine diving and snorkelling opportunities in the Red Sea, with untouched coral gardens and abundant marine life.
- Snorkelling and diving among vibrant coral reefs
- Paddleboarding in secluded coves
- Exploring the small, sandy islets
- Sunset cocktails on deck
- Anchorage
- Sheltered bay within the Five Sisters Islands
- Dining
- Freshly prepared BBQ dinner on the yacht's aft deck
- DAY 03
Al Wajh Lagoon
Continue your northern passage to the expansive Al Wajh Lagoon, a vast natural harbour offering calm, turquoise waters. This area is known for its incredible visibility and diverse marine ecosystem, ideal for water sports and further exploration.
- Kayaking and jet-skiing in calm waters
- Deep-sea fishing opportunities
- Observing seabirds and coastal wildlife
- Relaxation on secluded sandy beaches
- Anchorage
- Protected bay within Al Wajh Lagoon
- Dining
- Gourmet dinner prepared by your onboard chef
- DAY 04
Sharm Obhur
Sail south towards the charming inlet of Sharm Obhur, a popular local retreat north of Jeddah. The clear, warm waters are perfect for swimming and offer a relaxed atmosphere with a few shore-side amenities.
- Swimming and sunbathing
- Watersports activities
- Exploring the coastline by tender
- Enjoying the calm, protected waters
- Anchorage
- Sharm Obhur
- Dining
- Casual dinner onboard or ashore at a local café
- DAY 05
Farasan Banks
Today involves a longer passage south to the outer reaches of the Farasan Banks, a remote area renowned for its dramatic drop-offs and pelagic marine life. This is a diver's paradise, with opportunities to encounter sharks, manta rays, and large schools of fish.
- Advanced diving and drift diving
- Wildlife spotting (dolphins, whales)
- Photography of dramatic underwater landscapes
- Remote and untouched exploration
- Anchorage
- Sheltered deep-water anchorage within the Farasan Banks
- Dining
- Seafood extravaganza featuring local catches
- DAY 06
Farasan Islands (Selected Islands)
Explore a selection of the Farasan Islands, a protected archipelago with unique biodiversity and historical significance. Visit the mangrove forests, observe gazelles, and discover ancient ruins on some of the larger islands.
- Shore excursions to mangrove forests
- Spotting Farasan gazelles
- Visiting historical sites (e.g., Al-Qassar Village ruins)
- Bird watching
- Anchorage
- Marsa Al-Qassar, Farasan Islands
- Dining
- Farewell dinner onboard with a panoramic view of the islands
- DAY 07
Jazan
Your extraordinary Saudi Red Sea yacht charter concludes in Jazan. Enjoy a final breakfast onboard before disembarking. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to explore Jazan's local souq or its scenic corniche.
- Explore Jazan's corniche
- Visit Jazan Heritage Village
- Last-minute souvenir shopping
- Transfer to Jazan Airport
- Anchorage
- Jazan Port
- Dining
- Breakfast onboard before disembarkation
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