Why is Marsa Alam great for snorkelling?

Its pristine, uncrowded reefs are home to wild dolphins, dugongs, turtles and vibrant coral, making it one of the Red Sea’s top snorkelling destinations.

What is the best snorkelling tour in Marsa Alam?

The Dolphin House (Sataya) reef and the dugong-and-turtle bays of Marsa Mubarak and Abu Dabbab are the standout snorkelling trips.

Do you need to be a strong swimmer to snorkel in Marsa Alam?

Many tours suit all levels, with life jackets and guides; the sheltered bays are calm and ideal for less confident swimmers.

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Marsa Alam for Snorkelers: The Best Reef Itinerary

Marsa Alam is a snorkeller’s paradise. Here is how to spend a snorkelling trip on the Red Sea — with the best-rated reef tours to book.

At a glance

1Dolphin House
2Marsa Mubarak
3Abu Dabbab
4Hamata islands

Dolphin House

Spinner dolphins at Sataya or Samadai.

Dugongs & turtles

Marsa Mubarak and Abu Dabbab bays.

Hamata islands

Pristine reefs and sandbars.

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Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Marsa Alam — prices per person.

Hurghada

Dolphin House Snorkeling Sea Trip Ultimate Adventure - Hurghada

Daily Dive with Dugongs & Turtles at Marsa Mubarak | Marsa Alam

Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island By Boat In Sharm El Sheikh

Swim with Dolphins VIP snorkeling Boat Trip with lunch - Hurghada

Swim with Turtles and Dugong Snorkeling at Marsa Mubarak Bay

Boat Trip to Ras Mohamed & White island Red Sea & Snorkeling in Sharm elsheikh

Sataya Dolphin House Snorkel Trip - Marsa Alam

Abu Dabbab Beach Full Day Trip with Turtles

4.9(60)·6 Stunden

ab$80/ Person

über Viator

Marsa Alam for Snorkelers: The Best Reef Itinerary

At a glance

Dolphin House

Dugongs & turtles

Hamata islands

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