A Traveller’s Luxury Guide to the Red Sea: Top 8 Experiences

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Soak in the Sun at The St. Regis Red Sea Resort

This ultra-luxury private-island resort offers elegant overwater and beachfront villas, personalised butler service, pristine white sands, and calm turquoise lagoons—perfect for indulgent relaxation with world-class hospitality in the Red Sea.

A tourist soaks in the sun at St. Regis Red Sea Resort | Visit Saudi

Horseback Riding Along the Red Sea Beaches

Guided horseback experiences allow travellers to ride along powdery shores and shallow turquoise waters, offering a serene, upscale way to enjoy the coastline’s beauty while connecting with nature in absolute tranquillity.

A traveller rides a horse along Red Sea | Visit Saudi

Stay at Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

As Saudi Arabia’s first Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Nujuma features secluded villas, private pools, immersive nature experiences, and top-tier dining, delivering unmatched barefoot luxury amid pristine marine surroundings and untouched island landscapes.

A shot of Nujuma | Visit Saudi

Paddleboarding on the Red Sea

The Red Sea’s calm lagoons and glass-clear waters make paddleboarding exceptionally scenic. Guests glide over vibrant marine life, coral shallows, and quiet coves—an accessible, peaceful luxury adventure suitable for all experience levels.

Paddleboarding on the Red Sea | Shutterstock

Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea

This eco-luxury desert resort blends contemporary design with Nabataean-inspired architecture. With holistic wellness rituals, desert trekking, refined dining, and stargazing, it offers a serene contrast to the Red Sea’s island landscapes.

Yoga at Six Senses Southern Dunes | Visit Saudi

Diving in the Red Sea’s Coral Reefs

Known for exceptional visibility and thriving biodiversity, the Red Sea offers luxury diving with pristine coral formations, sea turtles, rays, and vibrant fish species across untouched reefs accessible through premium dive operators.

Diving in the Red Sea | Visit Saudi

Private Coastal Walks on the Red Sea

Guided coastal walks allow travellers to explore untouched beaches, shallow sandbars, and marine inlets at a gentle pace. These private routes highlight the region’s natural serenity and are curated as premium eco-experiences.

A tourist walking along the Red Sea | Visit Saudi

Yacht Cruising Across the Red Sea Islands

Luxury yachts explore remote islands, coral gardens, and sunset horizons. With gourmet dining on board, snorkelling stops, and personalised itineraries, this is one of the most exclusive ways to experience the Red Sea.

Yachts parked by the Red Sea | Shutterstock

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