Isabelle Lefebvre
June 21, 2026, 12:02 a.m.Une expérience fantastique! La baie d'Abu Dabbab est magnifique et protégée du vent, ce qui rend le snorkeling très agréable. Voir des dugongs et des tortues marines de si près était incroyable.
Snorkeling excursions from Sahl Hasheesh
Dugong snorkelling excursion to Abu Dabbab from Sahel Hashesh
Description
Spend a full day snorkelling from Sahel Hashesh to Abu Dabab beach. Abu Dabbab ranks among the Red Sea's most celebrated dive sites and is one of the few places worldwide where you can encounter dugongs in their natural habitat.
Included
Hotel pick-up in Sahel Hashesh
Return transport by air-conditioned vehicle to and from your hotel in Sahel Hashesh
Snorkelling guide
Lunch
Mineral water
All service charges and taxes
Excluded
Optional extras not listed in the itinerary
Gratuities
Snorkelling equipment
Remember to bring
Snorkelling guide
Parasol
Sunlounger
Personal spending money
Swimwear
Bath towels
Your Itinerary
Frequently Asked Questions
Abu Dabbab is a sheltered bay roughly 25 km south of Marsa Alam. It is among the very few spots in the Red Sea where wild dugongs (sea cows) are reliably seen throughout the year. The bay's seagrass meadows provide the dugongs' primary food source, drawing them in regularly.
Dugong sightings at Abu Dabbab are extremely common — more consistent than anywhere else in the Red Sea — yet we cannot promise a sighting as these are wild animals. That said, the overwhelming majority of visitors do encounter at least one dugong during their visit.
Yes, mask, fins, and snorkel are provided for every participant, and life jackets are on hand if required. The water in Abu Dabbab bay is warm, crystal-clear, and relatively shallow, making it suitable for both complete beginners and seasoned snorkellers alike.
Abu Dabbab sits roughly 80 to 100 km south of Sahel Hasheesh along the Red Sea coastal road. The journey takes around 1 to 1.5 hours each way in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, with door-to-door hotel pick-up and drop-off included.
Reviews
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Hans Schmidt
March 19, 2026, 6:12 a.m.Der Schnorcheltrip in der Abu Dabbab Bucht war einfach großartig! Die Bedingungen sind ideal und wir konnten Meeresschildkröten und Dugongs sehen. Sehr empfehlenswert!
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Anna Müller
March 12, 2026, 11:52 a.m.Ein wirklich unvergessliches Erlebnis! Das Schnorcheln in der Abu Dabbab Bucht war fantastisch. Wir haben Dugongs und Meeresschildkröten aus nächster Nähe gesehen. Perfekte Bedingungen und ein echtes Highlight unserer Reise!
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Emily Johnson
Dec. 28, 2025, 4:23 p.m.One of the best snorkeling experiences I've ever had! The shallow waters of Abu Dabbab Bay make it easy to spot the marine life. Snorkeling with sea turtles was thrilling, and the dugongs were a rare and wonderful sight.
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Marco Rossi
Nov. 25, 2025, 4:22 p.m.Esperienza incredibile! La baia di Abu Dabbab è perfetta per lo snorkeling e abbiamo visto dugonghi e tartarughe marine da vicino. L'acqua è bassa e la baia è protetta dal vento, quindi è un luogo ideale per esplorare.
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Sophie Martin
Sept. 19, 2025, 5:55 p.m.C'était incroyable! La baie est superbe et vraiment bien protégée du vent. Nous avons passé un moment formidable à nager avec les tortues et à observer les dugongs.
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John Smith
Nov. 19, 2023, 1:14 a.m.Absolutely incredible experience! Snorkeling in Abu Dabbab Bay was a dream come true. The water was crystal clear, and we got to see the elusive dugongs and playful sea turtles up close. The bay is protected from the wind, making it a perfect spot for snorkeling.
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Екатерина Иванова
July 5, 2023, 11:37 a.m.Потрясающий тур! Плавание с маской в бухте Абу Даббаб было настоящим наслаждением. Мы видели дюгоней и морских черепах совсем рядом. Вода прозрачная, а бухта защищена от ветра.
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Giulia Moretti
April 15, 2023, 7:43 a.m.Il miglior tour di snorkeling che abbia mai fatto! L'acqua nella baia di Abu Dabbab è così limpida e protetta dal vento. Vedere i dugonghi e le tartarughe è stato un sogno diventato realtà.
All tours are operated by licensed Egyptian travel companies under the supervision of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.
Keep things flexible!
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before activity starts
Ways You Can Pay!
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1) Hotel transfer from Sahel Hashesh
Your driver will collect you from your hotel in Sahel Hashesh, Makadi, Sahel Hashish, or Safaga at 06:00 am. The drive to Abu Dabab bay takes approximately 3 hours.
2) Reaching Abu Dabab bay
Abu Dabab is a stunning snorkelling and dive site near Sahel Hashesh, featuring coral-edged waters teeming with colourful reef fish. The bay hosts resident dugongs and sea turtles, making it one of the most remarkable wildlife spots in Egypt.
3) Snorkelling session begins
Your first snorkelling drop-off lasts about one and a half hours, giving you ample time to explore the underwater world at your own pace.
4) Relax on the beach
Soak up the sun on the sandy shores of Abu Dabab beach
5) Midday break and lunch
Enjoy some free time with sunloungers and parasols during the rest period. At lunch, you may also opt to join a Zodiac boat excursion called Search for Dugong, which takes you out to sea to spot these gentle giants in deeper water.
6) Heading back to your hotel
Time to pack up and set off on the journey back to your hotel in Sahel Hashesh.