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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Africa

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Red Sea yachts, Zanzibar dhows, Mauritian catamarans and the Zambezi sunset run. The 15 below are priced per head and clear about how much swimming time you actually get versus how much is the crossing.

From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip - First views of the 110-meter cascades
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

1.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 33,630 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $17Our pick

Travel from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls for a guided hike through olive groves, an argan oil cooperative, scenic viewpoints, and a short boat ride below the falls. Guides such as Youssef, Hachimi, and Mohamed Boufarma are praised for patient explanations and help on the steep return climb. Lunch costs about €10 to €12 extra.

“The day trip was amazing! Really good transportation with Benzidane Abdelaali and an amazing tour guide, Harbouj Radouane. Both very nice and helpful guiding.”

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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls guided trip with boat ride - Pickup in Marrakech and the road to the falls
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Trip with Boat Ride

2.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Trip with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10,915 reviews · from $16

Travel from Marrakech to Morocco’s 110-meter Ouzoud Waterfalls in an air-conditioned vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Choose a local guide such as Ali, Karim, Mustapha, or Azdine, then add a boat ride for a close view of the falls. Expect red cliffs, olive groves, monkeys, a steep walk, and optional lunch overlooking the water.

“I had a wonderful time exploring Ouzoud watherfalls with our guide Mustapha. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. I would recommend this tour.”

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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Tour & Boat Ride - The morning drive through the Grand Atlas foothills
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Tour & Boat Ride

3.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Tour & Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,802 reviews · 10 hours · from $18

Escape Marrakech for a 10-hour guided trip to Ouzoud Waterfalls. Ride an air-conditioned van through Berber villages, hike between viewpoints and natural pools, watch Barbary macaques, and take a short boat ride into the spray. Guides such as Mohammed, Sadeq, Youssef, and Lahcen are praised for keeping groups together and helping with photos.

“We had such an amazing day. The guide was amazing. I am so sorry I do not know how to write his name. He was so helpful and determined to give us a great experience. We highly recommend the trip. The view is great and the boat trip is not to be missed.”

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Hurghada: Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch - Orange Bay before the crowds
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Hurghada: Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch

4.Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,451 reviews · 8h 30m · from $53

Spend a full day aboard Royal Cruise Hurghada with early access to Orange Bay, two Red Sea snorkeling stops, a buffet lunch, drinks, snacks, massage, and optional scuba. Guides Andrew and Mostafa help keep the day friendly and organized, while the crew supports less confident swimmers.

“The whole tour on boat has been the best experience in my life. Snorkelling was fantastic. Next year im bringing my children to share this experience. Andrew and mostafa was brilliant tour guides.. Thank you 🙏🏽”

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Hurghada: Orange Bay Island Boat Trip w/ Breakfast and Lunch - Breakfast, safety briefing, and the first water stop
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Hurghada: Orange Bay Island Boat Trip w/ Breakfast and Lunch

5.Orange Bay Island Boat Trip w/ Breakfast and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,345 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $34

Spend 7 to 8 hours on the Red Sea with Zanetta Tours, stopping twice to snorkel before two hours at Orange Bay. Breakfast, lunch, fruit, unlimited soft drinks, equipment, and a banana boat or sofa ride are included. Guides such as Abdul, Ahmed, Nemo, and Arabi are known for helping nervous swimmers and keeping the boat lively.

“It was great, the staff was helpful and kind, we loved the snorkeling however the orange bay was a bit too much for us because of the crowd.”

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Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Day Trip with Boat Ride - The road from Marrakech to the Atlas foothills
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Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Day Trip with Boat Ride

6.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Day Trip with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,995 reviews · 10 hours · from $13Best value

Travel from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls in a small group, with an English, French, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide. Walk scenic trails, spot Barbary macaques, take an optional boat ride, and eat tagine beside the falls. The day lasts about 10 hours, with three hours or more spent on the road.

“We had an amazing time visiting the Ouzoud Waterfalls! The experience was truly unforgettable, and the natural beauty of the falls left me in awe. Our guide was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, which made the visit even more enjoyable. Interacting with the monkeys was a highlight of the trip—such a fun and unique experience! However, I did find the excursion to be somewhat artificial and overly touristy. It felt a bit commercialized at times, but overall, it was still a great experience, and I’m glad we went.”

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Hurghada: Royal Seascope Submarine Cruise with Snorkel Stop - From the marina to a nearby Hurghada reef
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Hurghada: Royal Seascope Submarine Cruise with Snorkel Stop

7.Royal Seascope Submarine Cruise with Snorkel Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,637 reviews · 2 hours · from $21

From Hurghada Marina, you ride a semi-submarine to a nearby reef, spend about 45 minutes viewing fish through wide windows three meters below the surface, then snorkel for 20 minutes. Guides such as Mina, Mohammed, Maged, and Ahmed help with the tour and water activity. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Very well organised, friendly and very kind guide. Really recommend Mohamed as a guide!”

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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch - Hotel pickup and the early start
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Hurghada: 3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

8.3 Islands, Dolphins & Snorkel Yacht Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,609 reviews · 8 hours · from $47

Join Go Shalabi for an eight-hour yacht day from Hurghada, with Orange Bay, Giftun, and Magawish Island stops. You get two snorkeling sites, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch, fruit, and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Fouad, Ahmed, Saef, Ashraf, and Sabry help swimmers of different abilities, while the crew keeps the mood lively and safety in view.

“what a day we had Hussain Ibrahim chef Omar they were all fabulous thank you so much for the best day”

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From Marrakech:Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Trip with Boat Tour - First views of the red cliffs and olive groves
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From Marrakech:Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Trip with Boat Tour

9.Ouzoud Waterfalls Day Trip with Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,966 reviews · from $17

Travel from Marrakech to Ouzoud for a full day among red cliffs, olive groves, tamarisk, oleander, and three powerful cascades. Your guide, possibly Hakim, Abdelwahed, Azdine, or Youness, leads the walk and explains local culture. Add the boat ride to reach the falling water, then eat lunch above the gorge before returning by air-conditioned minivan.

“Very good day. Our guide Jalal Ejlaydy was very nice and even help us charge internet on our phone. Thank you”

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Cape Town: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise - Follow the blue route around the coast and mountain
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Cape Town: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

10.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,929 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $23

Use a one or two-day pass to explore Cape Town by open-top double-decker bus. Ride the red, blue, and purple routes, stop at Table Mountain, Camps Bay, Kirstenbosch, and Groot Constantia, then add a harbor cruise or sunset ride if available. Multilingual audio, Wi-Fi, and frequent buses keep the day simple.

“Hop on Hop off tours anywhere in the world are a great way to be introduced to a new city. The timing was just right - red line at 1 1/2 hours. In fact, i enjoyed the tour so much I went again in the afternoon with my wife. Just a tip though, if you are sitting in the open area, do bring an extra layer and possibly a hat. the temperature may be 16C but there is a wind chill that makes it feel like 10C!”

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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day one: Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple
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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

11.4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,142 reviews · from $349Top rated

Spend three nights aboard a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with guided visits to Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. An English-speaking Egyptologist leads the visits, and the package includes a 30 to 45 minute hot-air balloon flight over Luxor. Mohamed Gobran, Saber, and Mahmoud are among the guides praised for clear explanations and attentive service.

“Trip of a lifetime. If you want to see Abu Simbel, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Karnak and Luxor temples and have a balloon ride in a short time. This trip is for you. Early starts, cruising the Nile and the best Egyptologist as a guide - Mohamed GonRead more”

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Small group Ouzoud Waterfall Guided Tour Boat Ride from Marrakech - Arriving at the tiered Ouzoud cascades
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Small group Ouzoud Waterfall Guided Tour Boat Ride from Marrakech

12.Small group Ouzoud Waterfall Guided Tour Boat Ride from Marrakech

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,264 reviews · from $19

Leave Marrakech at 8:00 a.m. for Ouzoud Waterfalls, about three hours away. You will travel by air-conditioned minibus, minivan, or 4x4, walk the falls with a local guide such as Khalid, Hassan, or Omar, and take a boat beneath the cascades if that option is selected. Lunch and personal costs are extra.

“Merci à Lahcen notre chauffeur, il a été de très bonne compagnie tout au long du Voyage. Quant à Omar notre guide il a été tout aussi agréable et intéressant dans ses explications sur son pays et la découverte du site . La visite de la cascade se fait en parcourant un circuit d'environ 2h30. Accessible pour tous sans difficulté.”

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Cairo: Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Entertainment - From hotel lobby to Nile boat
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Cairo: Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Entertainment

13.Dinner Cruise on the Nile River with Entertainment

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,190 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $25

Spend two hours on the Nile with an open buffet, Arabic music, belly dancing, and a Tanoura show. Hotel pickup and drop-off cover Cairo, Giza, Haram, and 6th of October City. Guides such as Mariam, Mustafa, Ahmed, and Aladdin have helped make the evening easy and friendly, though the boat may differ from promotional photos.

“SUPER SUPER SUPER Hotel pickup and drop-off were punctual and safe. The on-board entertainment was fantastic, with fantastic music and dance performances. The food was delicious and plentiful. The guide was wonderful, accompanying me throughout the cruise and very kind. She made sure I didn't feel alone.”

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Cairo: Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer - Pickup, the dock, and getting aboard
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Cairo: Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer

14.Nile Sunset Dinner Cruise, Show & Optional Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,184 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

Spend an evening aboard the Nile Crystal with a buffet dinner, Egyptian folklore, belly dancing, live music, and a cruise past Cairo after dark. Choose private hotel transfers for an easier start and finish. Plan for roughly two hours on the boat, bring a light jacket, and head to the upper deck early for the best Nile views.

“The food, drinks, entertainment and service was all very good.”

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Hurghada: Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch - From your Hurghada hotel to the marina
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Hurghada: Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch

15.Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,141 reviews · from $40

Set out from Hurghada on a small speedboat with an English-speaking captain and snorkeling guide. Search for dolphins, stop at two or three reef sites, then relax on a bright sandbank or island area with lunch, fruit, drinks, and shade. Guides such as Islam, Ahmed, Karim, and Momo are often praised for safety and friendly service. Parasailing is available as an add-on.

“Fantastic experience. Captain Karim & Ahmed couldn’t do enough for us. Thank you both for the perfect end to our trip to Egypt!! 🌟🌟🌟”

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