Hurghada Submarine and Snorkeling Excursion
Description
Hurghada submarine and snorkeling excursion takes you below the Red Sea in the Sindbad Submarine, then gives you time to see the water from the surface. The submarine descends to 22 metres, or 72 feet, and its large viewing windows bring coral formations and passing fish into view. You do not need diving experience for this trip.
Our team collects you from your hotel in Hurghada and arranges the transfer to the departure point. Once aboard, the Sindbad Submarine carries up to 44 passengers and has two captains on its crew. The cabin is set up for underwater viewing, so you can stay seated and watch the reef without scuba equipment or entering deep water.
During the main dive, you spend around 50 minutes viewing life underwater at a depth of 72 feet, or 22 metres. The Red Sea is known for clear water, coral gardens and many small reef fish, although visibility and marine life vary with the day’s conditions. Look through the windows for changing reef colours, fish moving between coral heads and the light shifting above the submarine.
The submarine ride is the centre of the excursion, followed by time to experience the Red Sea from the surface. You can swim, float and look down into the shallows at your own pace, subject to sea conditions and the arrangements for the day. Travellers who prefer to stay dry can remain with the submarine experience, while confident swimmers may enjoy seeing the reef from both viewpoints.
The day follows a simple order: hotel pickup, transfer to the submarine, safety instructions, the underwater voyage and time for snorkeling before the return transfer. Your tour team handles the practical details and explains where to go at each stage. The trip suits families and first-time visitors who want to see the Red Sea without committing to a scuba diving course or a full-day boat excursion.
- Ride in the Sindbad Submarine and watch the reef through underwater viewing windows
- See the underwater world of the Red Sea without scuba diving
- View coral reefs and coloured fish at up to 22 metres during approximately 50 minutes below the surface
- Use the snorkeling time to see the reef from above the water
- Travel between your Hurghada hotel and the departure point by organised transfer
Wear comfortable clothing and bring swimwear if you plan to snorkel. The submarine cabin suits travellers who do not swim, while the snorkeling section requires you to feel comfortable in the water. Families should supervise children closely around the sea and follow the crew’s instructions. Travellers with limited mobility should contact us before booking, as reaching the vessel and moving between the shore and boat may involve steps.
Booking this excursion with our team keeps the day straightforward. We arrange the hotel pickup and drop-off, coordinate the submarine experience and explain the meeting points and order of activities. Snorkeling equipment is provided when included in the local arrangements, but you should confirm the current details before departure. Bring sun protection, a towel, drinking water and any personal medication you need during the trip.
Included
Approximately 50 minutes underwater at up to 22 metres
Transfer to and from the Sindbad Submarine departure point
Assistance from our tour team
Snorkeling opportunity
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hurghada
Sindbad Submarine ride
Excluded
Food and drinks unless stated in the booking details
Snorkeling equipment if not included in the local arrangements
Tips
Personal expenses
Any services not listed under inclusions
Don't forget
Drinking water
Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
Comfortable clothing and suitable shoes
A light cover-up for the transfer
Personal medication
Swimwear and a towel
Passport or a copy of your passport if requested
Frequently Asked Questions
The Sindbad Submarine and Snorkeling Adventure from Hurghada includes hotel pickup in Hurghada and a two-hour underwater excursion on the Sindbad Submarine, where you can see Red Sea coral reefs and colourful fish without scuba-diving.
The submarine carries up to 44 passengers with two captains on board. Please check the booking details for the specific snorkeling arrangements and any equipment included for your date.
The Sindbad Submarine excursion lasts about two hours, including the submarine experience, and you spend around 50 minutes viewing the underwater world of the Red Sea at depths of up to 22 metres.
The pace is unhurried and designed for sightseeing through the submarine windows. The remaining time covers the surface parts of the excursion and boarding arrangements.
Hotel pickup in Hurghada is included, with a transfer to the Sindbad Submarine departure point and a return drop-off after the excursion.
Our team confirms the pickup details after booking because the meeting point and timing depend on your hotel location. Please give us the correct hotel name and contact details when you reserve.
Children and non-swimmers can generally join the Sindbad Submarine excursion because you see the Red Sea underwater from inside the submarine and do not need scuba-diving experience.
An adult should accompany children throughout the trip. If your child is very young, or if you have concerns about age limits, motion sickness or the snorkeling portion, ask our team before booking.
Wear comfortable holiday clothing and bring sun protection, water, a hat, sunglasses and a camera or phone in a waterproof case; bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to take part in snorkeling.
Flat, comfortable footwear is useful for transfers and boarding. Keep valuables to a minimum, and follow the crew's instructions around the submarine and any water activities.
Cancellation and amendment terms for the Hurghada submarine trip depend on the booking conditions shown for your selected date, so check that policy before confirming and contact our team as soon as your plans change.
We can explain the applicable terms and help with a requested change, but a new date remains subject to availability and the conditions of the reservation.
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Your Itinerary
Our team picks you up from your hotel in Hurghada and transfers you to the departure point for this two-hour Red Sea excursion. After boarding the Sinbad Submarine, take a trip in the Sinbad Submarine for an exciting excursion beneath the water. The vessel carries up to 44 passengers and has two captains, while large viewing windows let you watch the reef without scuba-diving. A crew briefing explains where to sit and how the trip runs before the submarine begins its descent.
The submarine reaches up to 22 metres, or 72 feet, below the surface. You will see life underwater for 50 minutes at a depth of 72 feet (22 meters), including coral formations and coloured fish as the vessel moves past the reef. Enjoy incredible views of the underwater world of the Red Sea from the dry cabin, without needing diving experience. There is no meal stop scheduled during this short excursion; after the underwater trip, we arrange your return transfer to your Hurghada hotel.