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A day at Abu Dabbab offers the chance to explore one of the Red Sea's best-known marine reserves, famous for its resident green sea turtles and colourful coral reefs. With guided snorkelling, beautiful beaches and plenty of time to relax, this full-day experience is ideal for anyone wanting to discover Egypt's remarkable underwater world.
An early hotel collection begins the day before travelling in an air-conditioned vehicle to Abu Dabbab National Park, one of the Red Sea's most celebrated snorkelling locations. After arriving, you'll meet your certified snorkelling guide, collect your equipment and receive a briefing before heading into the calm, crystal-clear water.
The sheltered bay is well known for its healthy coral reefs and incredible variety of marine life. As you snorkel alongside your guide, you'll explore colourful coral gardens filled with tropical fish while keeping an eye out for the area's famous green sea turtles, which are regularly seen feeding naturally in the seagrass beds. Watching these gentle creatures in their natural habitat is an unforgettable highlight of the day.
After your time in the water, there's plenty of opportunity to unwind on the sandy beach, enjoy the sunshine or simply admire the coastal surroundings before sitting down to an open buffet lunch. Once you've had time to relax, you can continue enjoying the beach before returning to Hurghada with memories of one of the Red Sea's most remarkable marine environments.
Abu Dabbab National Park lies along Egypt's Red Sea coast and is widely recognised for its calm waters, healthy coral reefs and thriving marine ecosystem. Its sheltered bay creates excellent snorkelling conditions for much of the year, making it a popular destination for visitors hoping to encounter sea turtles and other fascinating marine life.
Beyond the water, the area is known for its soft sandy beach and clear turquoise sea, providing an ideal place to relax between snorkelling sessions. The protected status of the park helps preserve its underwater environment, allowing visitors to experience one of the region's most important natural habitats.
This experience is suitable for beginners as well as confident swimmers. Your certified snorkelling guide will provide instructions before entering the water and remain available throughout the excursion to ensure everyone enjoys the experience safely.
Please bring your passport or photo identification for travel, along with swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses and comfortable clothing for the journey. A light jacket can also be useful for the morning transfer or air-conditioned vehicle.
Exploring Abu Dabbab with an experienced snorkelling guide allows you to make the most of one of Egypt's finest marine reserves. From helping you spot wildlife to guiding you through the best snorkelling areas, the team ensures you experience the highlights of this protected coastline.
With transport, snorkelling equipment, lunch and guidance all included, everything is organised for you, allowing more time to enjoy the beach, discover the reefs and spend unforgettable moments swimming alongside sea turtles.
✓ Comfortable hotel pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
✗ Rent a life jacket for 5 euros per person (optional)
💡Please note: Additional transfer fees apply only to guests staying in the areas listed above.
Abu Dabbab is one of the most reliable places in the Red Sea to encounter green sea turtles in their natural environment. They are frequently seen feeding on the seagrass beds close to shore, which is why the area has earned its reputation as the "Turtle House."
As these are wild animals, sightings can never be guaranteed, but visitors regularly encounter turtles during guided snorkelling sessions. Your guide knows the areas where they are most often spotted, giving you the best possible opportunity to see them respectfully and without disturbing their natural behaviour.
Yes. The calm, sheltered waters at Abu Dabbab make it one of the most beginner-friendly snorkelling locations along the Red Sea coast. Before entering the water, your guide will explain how to use the equipment and provide helpful advice to build your confidence.
Experienced snorkellers will also enjoy the excursion, thanks to the healthy coral reefs and variety of marine life found throughout the bay. Everyone follows the guide at a comfortable pace, allowing plenty of time to enjoy the underwater scenery.
Alongside the famous green sea turtles, Abu Dabbab is home to colourful coral reefs filled with tropical fish, rays and many smaller reef species. Every snorkelling session is different, with new wildlife appearing depending on the season and sea conditions.
The protected status of the national park has helped preserve its rich marine ecosystem, making it one of the most rewarding places to explore beneath the surface while remaining close to the shore.
Yes. Quality snorkelling equipment is provided for your day, allowing you to enjoy the experience without needing to bring your own gear.
Your guide will also make sure everything fits correctly before entering the water and explain how to use the equipment if it's your first time snorkelling.
There is plenty of time throughout the day to enjoy the bay, with guided snorkelling forming the main part of the experience. The relaxed schedule also allows opportunities to return to the beach between swims if you'd like to rest.
Because the day is not rushed, you can enjoy the marine life at a comfortable pace while still having time for lunch and relaxation on the beach.
Swimwear, a towel, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfortable clothing are all recommended for the day. As you'll be travelling between Hurghada and Abu Dabbab, bringing your passport or photo identification is also important.
Many guests also bring a light jacket for the morning journey, along with some cash for personal purchases or optional extras during the excursion.
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