Description

Embark on a 3-day Marsa Alam itinerary from Sahel Hashesh and uncover the natural splendour of Marsa Alam. Snorkel alongside turtles, seek out dugongs in Abu Dabbab, swim with dolphins at Samadai Dolphin House and enjoy a desert safari in Wadi el Gemal national park.

Included

Private return transfer from Marsa Alam

2 nights 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 35  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 — Wadi el Qulaan national park

    Our adventure begins with a drive to the famous Valley by 4x4 Jeep. we drive  70.4 km south of Marsa Alam to Hankurab beach( Sharm el Lulli ) You will spend 1-hour snorkeling and walking on the amazing beach 2-Then we will drive 8.5 km to the  second step (Wadi el Qulaan) where the mangrove trees to enjoy walking in the shallow water  of Wadi el Qulaan 3- Lunch will be served in wadi el Qulaan 4- After lunch, we will start our safari adventure in the desert We make the first stop for a special Panorama view to show you the beauty of the desert 5-Back in the jeep, we continue to our second stop, where our professional guide will indulge you in the famous Akassia tree. To know everything about the desert we will stop at the Arak (medical plant) bushes area. 6-We will visit the Camel Canyon to hike to a natural water spring. 7-The desert has a lot of treasures to see, one of them is the Mysterious mining. 8-In the Roman village, our guide will show and tell you all about the history of the Ancient Roman temple, Emerald mine & the houses of the ancient miners. We will end our day with a tasty BBQ dinner under the amazing stars...... in the middle of the desert! 9-The The perfect location to relax between the mountains and (falling) stars! While driving back to your hotel, you can look through the window and stay astonished by all the immense pretty sides of the desert! Note: Wadi El Gemal National park is too big because it covers 5,000 square kilometers including several islands and a mountainous area Transfer:      4X4 Land cruiser Jeep Drinks:        Mineral water, soft drinks, and tea
    Dinner:        Open BBQ Dinner in the desert under the stars!

  • 3) Day 3 — 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

Marsa Alam is celebrated for its pristine coral reefs, dugong sightings, and sea turtle nesting beaches. The 3-day itinerary includes snorkelling and diving at famous sites like Elphinstone Reef and Abu Dabbab bay (home to sea turtles and dugongs), plus a visit to Wadi El Gemal National Park.

The drive from Sahel Hasheesh to Marsa Alam takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours by private air-conditioned vehicle along the scenic Red Sea coastal road. The journey itself is pleasant with views of the desert and sea. Transfers are part of the package.

Marsa Alam caters to both. Snorkellers can easily access the reefs directly from the beach or by short boat ride, while certified divers can explore deeper walls and wrecks. Abu Dabbab is particularly good for snorkellers who want to see sea turtles and dugongs at shallow depth.

Marsa Alam's most notable feature is the resident dugong population at Abu Dabbab — one of the world's best accessible dugong habitats. Sea turtles nesting on local beaches are also more commonly seen here. Elphinstone Reef draws oceanic whitetip sharks and hammerheads, which are rare in Hurghada waters.

Reviews

  • Anastasia Ivanova

    May 31, 2026, 12:14 a.m.

    Потрясающий тур! Плавание с черепахами и дельфинами просто незабываемо. Путешествие в пустыню было настоящим приключением. Рекомендую каждому, кто хочет увидеть Марса Алама в лучшем виде.

  • Emma Thompson

    March 20, 2026, 2:15 p.m.

    This 3-day tour from Sahel Hashesh was incredible! Swimming with turtles and snorkeling with dolphins were the highlights. The day safari in Wadi el Gemal was breathtaking. Perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Highly recommended!

  • Giovanni Rossi

    March 3, 2026, 9:54 p.m.

    Un'esperienza meravigliosa da Sahel Hashesh! Nuotare con i delfini e i dugonghi è stato straordinario. La safari nel Wadi el Gemal è stato il tocco finale perfetto. Un viaggio da ricordare!

  • Liam Johnson

    Feb. 8, 2026, 12:20 a.m.

    What an adventure! Each day was filled with something new and exciting. Swimming with turtles, looking for dugongs, and snorkeling in Samadai were all fantastic. The safari in Wadi el Gemal was the perfect way to end the trip. Five stars!

  • Clara Dubois

    Jan. 7, 2026, 5:58 a.m.

    Un circuit de trois jours exceptionnel! Le moment passé avec les dauphins à Samadai était époustouflant. Chaque activité nous a émerveillés, surtout le safari dans le Wadi el Gemal. Chapeau bas aux organisateurs!

  • Laura Hoffmann

    Dec. 3, 2025, 9:31 a.m.

    Diese Reise war ein Traum! Von dem Moment an, als wir Schildkröten beobachteten, bis zum Schnorcheln mit Delfinen, war alles perfekt organisiert. Der Tagessafari war der krönende Abschluss. Fünf Sterne!

  • Olga Smirnova

    Nov. 9, 2025, 5:46 a.m.

    Все было великолепно! Начиная с плавания с черепахами и заканчивая сафари в пустыне, тур был полон удивительных впечатлений. Если хотите настоящего приключения, это путешествие для вас!

  • Sophie Charpentier

    Oct. 12, 2025, 11:22 p.m.

    Incroyable expérience! Nager avec des tortues et des dauphins était magique. Chaque jour était mieux que le précédent, et le safari dans le désert a clôturé notre aventure parfaitement. Inoubliable!

  • Marco Bianchi

    Jan. 3, 2024, 3:30 a.m.

    Esperienza stupenda! L'itinerario è stato perfetto, con tante attività uniche. Nuotare con i delfini e fare il safari nel deserto sono state le mie parti preferite. Consiglio vivamente questo tour a tutti!

  • Hans Müller

    Dec. 22, 2023, 11:25 a.m.

    Ein fantastischer Ausflug! Das Schwimmen mit den Schildkröten und die Suche nach den Dugongs waren unvergesslich. Auch die Safari in Wadi el Gemal war ein Abenteuer für sich. Klare Empfehlung!

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