Description

Discover Marsa Alam in 2 days from Sahel Hashesh. Explore the natural beauty of Marsa Alam, snorkel alongside turtles, seek out dugongs in Abu Dabbab and swim with dolphins amid the pristine reefs of Samadai Dolphin House.

Included

Private return transfer from Marsa Alam

1 night at Abu Dabab Lodge on half board

Private tour guide

Lunch during excursions

Snorkelling equipment

Excluded

Gratuities

Any extra expenses

Remember to bring

Passports

Sun hat

Sunglasses

Comfortable trainers

Swimwear

Your Itinerary

  • 1) Day 1 — Sahel Hashesh to Abu Dabbab

    Set out on a day snorkeling trip from Sahel Hashesh to Abu Dabab beach. Abu Dabbab is one of the most famous dive sites in the Red Sea and of all of Egypt. It is one of the few places in the world where you can dive with the very rare and endangered Dugong aka the Sea Cow and the Green Sea Turtles. Arrive at Abu Dabab, Abo Dabab bay is a beautiful snorkeling and dive site in the area of Sahel Hashesh . It has Coral sides with Plenty of Colored fishes where you can Snorkel. the bay has a sandy beach with Seagrass with crystal clear and warm water hosts a great variety of colored fish, Green Turtles, and the endangered Dugong that occasionally visits the sheltered bay to feed on the seagrass receive the Snorkeling Equipment. There will be an option to Join a boat Trip with Zodiac Called Search for Dugong, This Trip will be organized from the beach with the zodiac to the most Common places where The Dugong lives and Usually seen, It will cost 25  Euro Extra P.p and It last two hours from 14:00 till 16:00
    If You need to add dive also available, this will cost 40 $ per one dive from the beach. If you choose a speed boat, You can add 20 $  extra

  • 2) Day 2 — Marsa Alam & return to Sahel Hashesh

    Dolphin House — Sha’ab Samadai — in Marsa Alam , where it`s simply for the snorkelers to have a view of the dolphins near the reefs, enjoying snorkeling with dolphins on the beautiful Red Sea and getting the chance to swim with the Dolphins A1toureg representative will pick you up from your hotel in Marsa Alam then you will be escorted to the marina of Marsa Alam . Board your boat to start your exciting trip to the Dolphin House, which is known also as ‘’Sha’ab Samadai’’. An amazing place for all snorkeling lovers, simply to have a view of the dolphins near the reefs. You will have a short briefing about the snorkeling site, Samadai (dolphin house) from the snorkeling guide before reaching the site, then you will enjoy snorkeling with dolphins on the beautiful Red Sea. You will get two snorkeling stops around the reefs where dolphins live, each stop for about 45 minutes with a time for rest in-between to get drinks and snacks on board the boat. If you have always dreamt of swimming with dolphins in their natural habitat, this unforgettable trip to the Dolphin House “Samadai Reef” will give you the chance to do so. The name ‘dolphin house’ has been given, as the reef itself is shaped like a horseshoe, giving protection from the wind and sea and a perfect place for the spinner dolphins to rest and play. A unique chance to discover these beautiful resident marine mammals happy to swim and play with visiting snorkelers and scuba divers for hours at a time, You may even get the chance to come face to face with the dolphins as they roam wild and free here, If you are patient and fortunate enough to get the chance to swim with these fascinating creatures, you will be rewarded with a magical experience that will be well worth the wait.
    You may then snorkel again an area called Shaab Marsa Alam for a while before we go back to Marsa Alam port for your transfer back to your hotel in Marsa Alam . Buffet-style lunch and drinks will be served onboard the boat to make this a special day out to the Dolphin House. Drive back to Sahel Hashesh from Marsa Alam

Frequently Asked Questions

The 2-day itinerary includes a private transfer from Sahel Hasheesh to Marsa Alam, 1 night accommodation with breakfast, snorkelling at Abu Dabbab (sea turtles and dugongs), a dive or snorkel trip to another reef site, and return transfer. All snorkelling equipment is supplied.

Abu Dabbab ranks among the best places in the world to see dugongs and sea turtles in the wild. While not 100% guaranteed (they are free wild animals), sightings are very common — especially turtles which are present at almost every visit. Dugongs are seen on approximately 60–70% of visits.

This 2-day itinerary offers considerably more time in the water and allows visits to multiple sites, including early morning snorkelling when conditions are best. It also lets you experience the laid-back atmosphere of Marsa Alam itself. A single day from Hurghada involves a 3-hour drive each way, leaving limited water time.

Pack your swimsuit, a light change of clothes, sunscreen (reef-safe if possible), a towel, sunglasses, a camera for underwater shots (waterproof case recommended), and any personal medications. The hotel provides basic amenities. Snorkelling equipment is supplied by the tour.

Reviews

  • Carla Bianchi

    June 5, 2026, 7 p.m.

    Esperienza incredibile! Marsa Alam offre una natura mozzafiato. Nuotare con tartarughe e cercare dugonghi è stato fantastico. Il momento clou è stato lo snorkeling con i delfini. Consiglio vivamente a tutti!

  • Sophie Dubois

    March 5, 2026, 7:24 a.m.

    Une expérience incroyable à Marsa Alam! J'ai adoré nager avec les tortues et chercher des dugongs. Le personnel était très professionnel. Le snorkeling avec les dauphins était magique. Je recommande vivement cette excursion!

  • Giselle Martin

    Jan. 25, 2026, 3:28 a.m.

    This tour exceeded all my expectations! Marsa Alam was beautiful beyond words. Every activity was thrilling, especially snorkeling with the dolphins at the Samadai dolphin house. It was a perfect adventure, and I felt safe and taken care of the entire time. A must-do tour!

  • Marco Rossi

    Nov. 30, 2025, 4:03 a.m.

    Viaggio favoloso a Marsa Alam! Nuotare con le tartarughe è stato surreale e cercare i dugonghi è stato emozionante. Il snorkeling con i delfini a Samadai è stato il top. Solo un piccolo ritardo all'inizio. Comunque, altamente raccomandato!

  • Tom Harris

    Aug. 10, 2024, 11:50 p.m.

    What an amazing two days in Marsa Alam! Swimming with turtles, exploring Abu Dabab for dugongs, and snorkeling with dolphins were all fantastic experiences. The tour was well organized, and our guides made the whole experience unforgettable. Would love to do it again!

  • Hans Müller

    July 11, 2024, 9:20 p.m.

    Fantastische Tour nach Marsa Alam! Die Organisation war gut und das Schwimmen mit den Schildkröten war einmalig. Ein bisschen mehr Zeit an den Orten wäre schön gewesen, trotzdem eine wunderbare Erfahrung.

  • Alice Thompson

    Jan. 29, 2024, 11:17 a.m.

    This tour was absolutely incredible! Swimming with turtles in Marsa Alam was a dream come true. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly, and searching for dugongs at Abu Dabab was such a unique experience. Snorkeling with dolphins in Samadai was the highlight of the trip. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting the area!

  • Elena Ivanova

    Dec. 25, 2023, 5:51 a.m.

    Поездка в Марса-Алам была незабываемой! Плавание с черепахами и поиски дюгоней были потрясающими. Я была в восторге от сноркелинга с дельфинами в доме дельфинов Самадей. Настоятельно рекомендую всем!

  • Jürgen Bauer

    Feb. 1, 2023, 9:18 a.m.

    Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis! Die Reise nach Marsa Alam war wunderbar organisiert. Mit Schildkröten schwimmen und nach Dugongs suchen, war faszinierend. Der Höhepunkt war das Schnorcheln mit den Delfinen im Samadai Dolphin House. Absolut empfehlenswert!

All tours are operated by licensed Egyptian travel companies under the supervision of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

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