Reviewed · DINNER CRUISES
Private Dinner Cruise On Vip Yacht Sharm El Sheikh
The best part of this private dinner cruise is the setting: you watch the Sinai coast and Sharm el Sheikh fade into evening from the water, then sit down to dinner in the open sea air. It is a simple idea, but a much more memorable way to mark a birthday, anniversary, proposal, or special night than another restaurant meal.
I like the private format, since your group of up to 10 does not have to share the yacht with strangers. I also like the flexible mood, with your choice of music, optional decorations, fruit, drinks, and either seafood or barbecue. The main drawback is practical: dinner may be served cool rather than hot, and you should know in advance that shoes must be removed on the boat.
In This Review
- Key points to know before booking
- A private evening on the Sinai coast
- What happens from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
- Seafood or barbecue: what the meal means for you
- Decorations, music, and the celebration atmosphere
- The shoe-free boat detail you should know
- How the private price works for a group
- Who will enjoy this cruise most
- Timing, transport, and practical planning
- Should you book the VIP yacht dinner?
- FAQ
- How long is the private dinner cruise?
- What time does the activity start?
- Is the yacht private?
- Is hotel pickup included?
- What food is included?
- Are drinks included?
- Can decorations and music be arranged?
- Is a cake included?
- What happens if the weather is bad?
Key points to know before booking

- Private yacht for up to 10 people: You have the boat and evening to yourselves rather than joining a large shared cruise.
- Sunset comes before dinner: The cruise begins with views of the Sinai coast and Sharm el Sheikh from the sea.
- Two main dinner choices: Select seafood or a meat barbecue with salads, rice, pasta, potatoes, and fruit.
- Hotel pickup is included: A private, air-conditioned vehicle takes you to and from your Sharm el Sheikh hotel.
- Celebration details are available: Music and decorations can be arranged for birthdays, marriages, romantic evenings, and similar occasions.
- Plan for a shoe-free boat: Bring this up before boarding, especially if anyone in your group dislikes walking barefoot.
A private evening on the Sinai coast

This is not a sightseeing cruise packed with stops. It is a slow, four-and-a-half-hour evening built around one main pleasure: being together on a yacht as daylight fades over the Red Sea.
The advertised schedule runs from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The first part is a relaxing cruise along the Sinai coast, with time to see Sharm el Sheikh from the water. That change in viewpoint matters. From shore, you see hotels, roads, and beaches. From the yacht, the town becomes part of a broad coastal scene, with the sea in front of you and the sunset setting the pace.
You are not being rushed from one attraction to another. The value comes from the quiet space, private company, fresh air, and a dinner that follows the sunset. If you want a busy list of activities, this is not the right choice. If you want one planned evening with little decision-making after pickup, it works well.
The boat is private for your party, with no other group sharing the activity. That makes a real difference for a proposal or anniversary. It also helps families and friends who want to choose their own music and talk without fitting into a fixed group atmosphere.
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What happens from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Your evening starts with pickup from your Sharm el Sheikh hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Hotel transport is included both ways, which removes the need to arrange a taxi at the end of dinner. That is useful after dark, and it keeps the experience feeling like one complete booking rather than several separate pieces.
Once you reach the yacht, expect the cruise to begin before dinner. The plan is to spend the early part of the evening moving along the coast while the light changes. You can use this time for photos, conversation, music, or simply watching the view.
The sunset is the visual center of the trip. It also gives the evening a natural rhythm. Rather than arriving at a boat, eating immediately, and leaving, you first have time on the water before sitting down for the meal.
After sunset, dinner is served in the open sea air. The menu is built around a choice of seafood or meat kebab, with shrimp, fish, or beef listed among the main food options. Side dishes include three types of fresh salad, rice, pasta, and potatoes. Fruit is also included.
Drinks include water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and juices. The package is not described as including alcoholic drinks, so you should not count on them being available as part of the price.
Music is part of the evening, and you can choose the style or playlist that suits your group. Decorations can also be arranged for birthdays, marriage celebrations, or a romantic occasion. If you want a cake, it must be arranged for an additional charge and is not included in the base price.
Seafood or barbecue: what the meal means for you
The dinner gives you a useful choice, especially if your group has different tastes. Seafood fits the coastal setting and includes shrimp and fish. The barbecue option, described as meat kebab with beef available, gives you a more familiar alternative if seafood is not your first choice.
The salads, rice, pasta, and potatoes make the meal more than a single main dish. They also give you some flexibility if one person in your group wants a lighter plate or does not care for the main course.
I would set your expectations carefully about temperature and presentation. One important practical point is that the dinner may arrive cold rather than hot. That does not ruin the setting, but it can matter if a freshly cooked, restaurant-style meal is central to your plans. The experience is strongest when you book it for the yacht, sunset, privacy, and celebration mood, not solely for gourmet dining.
If you have dietary needs, ask about them before booking. The information gives seafood and barbecue choices but does not provide a separate vegetarian, allergy-friendly, or special-diet menu.
Decorations, music, and the celebration atmosphere

The optional decorations are one of the most useful parts of the package for a special occasion. A birthday or anniversary can feel more personal with a prepared setting, and a romantic dinner benefits from having the music and visual details arranged ahead of time.
The service also includes adornment for celebrations such as birthdays, marriage occasions, and romantic evenings. Be specific when booking. Tell the provider the type of event, the preferred music, and whether you want a cake. Since the cake is extra, confirm its price before agreeing to it.
This is also a good fit for a family or work group that wants a private night without organizing every detail alone. You can bring the people you care about, select the meal style, and let the operator handle the vehicle, boat, food, and basic atmosphere.
The private setting is more important here than flashy entertainment. There is no promise of a show, dancing, or several formal activities. You get time together, music, decorations if requested, and the coast at sunset. That can be exactly enough for a relaxed celebration.
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The shoe-free boat detail you should know

You may be asked to remove your shoes on the yacht. This is easy to overlook, and it caused discomfort for one person who felt guests should have been warned before boarding.
Take this seriously when planning. Wear clean, comfortable socks if walking barefoot is not appealing, and tell older relatives or anyone with mobility concerns in advance. The provided information says most people can participate, but it does not give specific accessibility details for the yacht itself.
The shoe rule may be intended to keep the boat clean, but the important point is simple: ask about it before you arrive. A small warning can prevent an awkward start to an otherwise pleasant evening.
How the private price works for a group

The cost is $450 per group of up to 10 people, not $450 per person. At the full group size, that works out to $45 per person before any extra cake cost. For a couple, the per-person price is much higher, but the value comes from having a private yacht and private transfers rather than paying for a standard shared excursion.
For six people, the base cost works out to $75 each. For four people, it is $112.50 each. A full group gets the strongest financial value, while a couple is paying primarily for privacy and the special setting.
I would compare this with the cost of arranging a private dinner, vehicle, and boat separately in Sharm el Sheikh. The package includes the main transport, food, soft drinks, fruit, coffee, tea, water, decorations for celebrations, and the yacht. That makes the $450 easier to understand, especially for a birthday group or family gathering.
The price is less compelling if you only want a cheap meal by the sea. It makes more sense if you want an organized event with hotel pickup and no other group on board.
Who will enjoy this cruise most

This experience is best for couples and small groups who care about privacy. A proposal, anniversary, birthday, or marriage celebration gives the evening a clear purpose, and the decorations and music help mark it as something different from a normal night out.
Families can also use it well, particularly if everyone wants to stay together. The private boat avoids the noise and fixed social setup of a shared cruise. Friends or colleagues celebrating an occasion may also like the space to set their own tone.
You should think twice if your priority is a hot, elaborate dinner or a packed schedule of water activities. The plan focuses on cruising, sunset views, a meal, and atmosphere. It does not list snorkeling, swimming, fishing, or stops at named bays.
The experience is also weather-dependent. If poor weather cancels the cruise, you are offered another date or a full refund. That is fair, but keep the weather in mind when planning a birthday or proposal with fixed dates.
Timing, transport, and practical planning

The stated start time is 6:00 pm, with the evening ending around 10:00 pm. Since hotel pickup is included, confirm your pickup details and allow enough time to be ready before the scheduled start.
The vehicle is private and air-conditioned, which is welcome in Sharm el Sheikh. It also means you do not have to find your own way to the departure point or arrange a late ride back to your hotel.
A mobile ticket is provided, and booking confirmation is received at the time of booking. The activity is near public transportation, although the included private transfer is the simpler option for most people.
The cruise is listed as suitable for most participants, but the yacht’s shoe-removal rule is the clearest physical detail provided. Ask about boarding, steps, seating, and any mobility concerns before you commit if someone in your group needs extra assistance.
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the 6:00 pm start time. Canceling within 24 hours, or making changes inside that period, does not qualify for a refund. Because the activity depends on good weather, a cancellation caused by poor conditions brings either a new date or a full refund.
Should you book the VIP yacht dinner?
I would book this for a private celebration, especially with six to 10 people. The sunset coast, private transfers, flexible music, and decorations give you an evening with a clear sense of occasion, and the group pricing becomes reasonable when shared.
For two people, I would book it only if privacy and the yacht setting matter more to you than maximizing value. You should also be comfortable with a dinner that may not be served piping hot and with removing your shoes on board.
Ask about the shoe policy, cake cost, music, dietary needs, and dinner timing before the day. If those details suit your group, this is a pleasant way to replace an ordinary restaurant evening with four hours of sea air, sunset views, and private company.
FAQ
How long is the private dinner cruise?
The experience lasts approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. The stated daily schedule is from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
What time does the activity start?
The listed start time is 6:00 pm.
Is the yacht private?
Yes. This is a private activity, and only your group participates. The price covers up to 10 people per group.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. Private pickup and drop-off from your Sharm el Sheikh hotel are included in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
What food is included?
You can choose a seafood dinner or a barbecue-style meal. The listed food includes shrimp, fish, beef, three types of salad, rice, pasta, potatoes, and fruit.
Are drinks included?
Yes. Water, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and juices are included.
Can decorations and music be arranged?
Yes. Musical choices and festive decorations can be arranged for celebrations such as birthdays, marriage occasions, and romantic evenings.
Is a cake included?
No. A cake can be arranged if needed, but it costs extra.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor conditions, you are offered a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
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