Hurghada: Hula Hula Island Sea Trip, Snorkeling & Water Sports

Summary

Full day at Hula Hula Island with snorkeling, water sports and lunch

You’ll spend your day exploring vibrant coral reefs off Hurghada with guided snorkeling stops, relax on Hula Hula Island’s quiet shores, try wild banana boat rides, and enjoy fresh lunch onboard. It’s a mix of laughter, sea air, and those small moments you’ll remember long after your skin stops smelling like salt.

What’s the experience like?

The morning started with us nearly missing the hotel pickup — I’d underestimated how long it takes to wrangle sunscreen and kids. But the driver just grinned and waved us in, like he’d seen this a hundred times. The marina was already busy, gulls yelling overhead and that salty Red Sea smell everywhere. Our guide, Samir, handed out snorkels and made a joke about my sunhat (“very Egyptian style!”) which honestly made me feel less like a tourist for a second.

The boat ride to Hula Hula Island was longer than I expected but I didn’t mind — there’s something about that blue-on-blue horizon that makes you forget time. When we stopped for our first snorkeling spot, the water was so clear it felt unreal. I remember the cool shock as I slid in and then—just fish everywhere, darting through coral that looked almost fake. My daughter tried to name them all but gave up after “stripy one” number six. Samir pointed out a lionfish (I kept my distance) and showed us how to float above the reef without kicking up sand. He seemed to know every inch of it.

Lunch happened back on board — grilled chicken, rice, some salad that tasted way better than it looked (still not sure what was in it). Everyone ate too much but somehow found energy for the banana boat ride after. I thought I’d be brave but ended up shrieking louder than the kids when we hit a wave sideways. There was sand in my hair for hours after lying on the island’s beach, listening to some teenagers playing Egyptian pop music on their phone. The island itself is quieter than I expected — just wind and laughter drifting over from other groups now and then.

I still think about that last swim before heading back to Hurghada — golden light on the water, everyone tired but happy in that sticky-salty way you get after a whole day outside. We didn’t want to leave yet; nobody ever really does.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Full-day sea trip to Hula Hula Island

• Hotel pickup in Hurghada
• Transfer to marina
• Boat cruise to Hula Hula Island
• First guided snorkeling stop
• Second guided snorkeling stop
• Relax on island shore
• Enjoy buffet lunch onboard
• Banana and sofa boat rides
• Return transfer to hotel

Top questions

How long is the Hula Hula Island sea trip from Hurghada?

The tour lasts around 8 hours including transfers.

Are hotel pickups included for this Red Sea trip?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in Hurghada.

Is lunch provided during the day trip?

Yes, an open buffet lunch is freshly prepared onboard.

What water activities are available on this tour?

You’ll have guided snorkeling stops plus banana and sofa boat rides.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes, all snorkeling gear including life jackets is included.

Can families with young children join this tour?

Yes, it’s suitable for all ages and specialized infant seats are available.

Are drinks included during the trip?

Yes, water, soda/pop, coffee or tea are included throughout the day.

Does this tour allow service animals?

Yes, service animals are allowed onboard.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle from Hurghada hotels, an 8-hour boat trip with two guided snorkeling stops (all equipment provided), time relaxing on Hula Hula Island’s beaches or swimming in turquoise waters, banana and sofa boat rides for extra fun, plus freshly prepared open buffet lunch with drinks before returning in the evening.