7-Day Yanbu Yacht Charter Itinerary: Red Sea Diving Wonders
7 planned days, starting at Yanbu Al-Bahr and finishing at Yanbu Al-Bahr. Stops include Yanbu Al-Bahr, Seven Sisters Reef, Abu Galawa Wreck, Dahabiyah Island, Sha'ab Ammar 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
- Yanbu Al-Bahr
- Final planned stop
- Yanbu Al-Bahr
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Explore Yanbu's historic old town
- Day 1Provision the yacht with local delicacies
- Day 1Evening sundowner cruise along the coastline
- Day 1Briefing on Red Sea marine conservation
- Day 2Diving the Seven Sisters coral gardens
- Day 2Snorkelling with colourful reef fish
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
Yanbu Al-Bahr
Begin your Red Sea adventure from the historic port city of Yanbu al-Bahr, a gateway to some of Saudi Arabia's most remarkable marine environments. Settle into your luxury yacht and prepare for a week of exploration.
- Explore Yanbu's historic old town
- Provision the yacht with local delicacies
- Evening sundowner cruise along the coastline
- Briefing on Red Sea marine conservation
- Anchorage
- Yanbu Commercial Port
- Dining
- Al-Marsa Restaurant (seafood)
- DAY 02
Seven Sisters Reef
Cruise to the renowned Seven Sisters Reef, a series of stunning coral pinnacles known for their dramatic drop-offs and abundant pelagic life. This site offers spectacular wall dives and encounters with schooling fish.
- Diving the Seven Sisters coral gardens
- Snorkelling with colourful reef fish
- Underwater photography opportunities
- Relaxing on deck with panoramic views
- Anchorage
- Seven Sisters Anchorage
- Dining
- Onboard chef's gourmet BBQ
- DAY 03
Abu Galawa Wreck
Discover the fascinating Abu Galawa Wreck, a cargo ship that sank in the 1980s, now an artificial reef teeming with marine inhabitants. The wreck is accessible to divers of varying experience levels.
- Wreck diving exploration
- Spotting groupers and lionfish
- Photography of the coral-encrusted wreck
- Paddleboarding around the calm waters
- Anchorage
- Abu Galawa Bay
- Dining
- Mediterranean-inspired cuisine onboard
- DAY 04
Dahabiyah Island
Anchor near the pristine shores of Dahabiyah Island, a remote and untouched natural paradise. Enjoy the tranquility of its secluded beaches and the vibrant reefs surrounding its perimeter.
- Beachcombing on secluded sands
- Snorkelling in crystal-clear lagoons
- Kayaking in the calm shallows
- Stargazing away from light pollution
- Anchorage
- Dahabiyah Island East Anchorage
- Dining
- Freshly caught seafood prepared by the chef
- DAY 05
Sha'ab Ammar
Venture to Sha'ab Ammar, a magnificent reef system known for its extensive hard and soft corals and frequent sightings of larger marine species. This site offers multiple dive profiles for all interests.
- Exploring diverse coral formations
- Potential sightings of reef sharks and barracudas
- Drift diving along the reef walls
- Underwater videography opportunities
- Anchorage
- Sha'ab Ammar South Anchorage
- Dining
- Themed international cuisine onboard
- DAY 06
Jazirat Al-Farsha
Spend your penultimate day at Jazirat Al-Farsha, a small island with stunning surrounding reefs. The clear waters here are perfect for spotting dugongs and green sea turtles in their natural habitat.
- Observing marine wildlife responsibly
- Last opportunity for a memorable dive
- Relaxing swim in the calm, warm waters
- Farewell dinner with the crew
- Anchorage
- Jazirat Al-Farsha West Anchorage
- Dining
- Gala dinner onboard with fine wines
- DAY 07
Yanbu Al-Bahr
Enjoy a final breakfast on deck as your yacht gently returns to Yanbu al-Bahr. Reflect on a week of incredible Red Sea discoveries and the serene beauty of Saudi Arabia's underwater world.
- Leisurely breakfast overlooking the coast
- Disembarkation and transfer arrangements
- Opportunity to purchase local souvenirs
- Planning your next Red Sea adventure
- Anchorage
- Yanbu Commercial Port
- Dining
- Local café for traditional Saudi breakfast
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