Snorkeling Marsa Mubarak: Sea Turtles & Coral Reefs

Swim alongside sea turtles in Marsa Mubarak Bay

A full-day snorkeling activity in Marsa Mubarak Bay near Marsa Alam, where you board a boat at the marina, descend into the Red Sea with a professional guide, and spend the day swimming with sea turtles and exploring coral reefs and tropical fish. Hotel pickup and drop-off, snorkeling equipment, lunch on board, and an English-, German-, or Arabic-speaking guide are included. The national park entrance fee is paid in cash on site.

The experience

Seven hours from pickup to return means you spend most of the day in the water. The boat leaves the marina and heads to Marsa Mubarak Bay, a protected snorkeling site where the seabed drops gradually and the reef stays close to the surface. Once anchored, you enter the water with mask, fins and snorkel provided, and a guide who stays with the group through multiple snorkeling sessions. The water is clear enough to see the seafloor from the surface, and the reef holds dense coral formations and schools of small, bright fish: parrotfish, damselfish, wrasse and others that move through the coral in loose clouds.

Sea turtles are the draw here. They graze on seagrass in the shallows and move slowly enough that you can swim alongside them without chasing. The guide positions the group to watch without crowding the animals. Between snorkeling stops, you rest on deck in the sun, drink water or tea, and let the boat drift. Lunch is prepared and served on board: a substantial meal that breaks up the afternoon. If conditions and sightings align, you may also spot a dugong, a marine mammal that feeds on seagrass and is rare enough that sightings are never guaranteed.

The activity includes a one-hour free city tour with a sunset option, though the timing and logistics of that addition depend on your departure time and how the day unfolds on the water. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Marsa Alam are included, so you do not arrange transport to the marina. Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel and life jacket) is provided and fitted before you board.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Marsa Alam.
• boat transfer to Marsa Mubarak Bay.
• snorkeling equipment including mask, fins, snorkel and life jacket.
• two guided snorkeling sessions.
• lunch on board.
• soft drinks, tea and water throughout the day.
• a professional snorkeling guide.
• and a one-hour free city tour with sunset option.

Before you book

Days and timesSundayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to5h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 100

Live guideEnglish, German and Arabic

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 19.01

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by FTS Travels

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, German or Arabic, so you follow the commentary and safety instructions in your language. Book this if you want to snorkel with sea turtles but prefer not to navigate the reef or plan the day yourself: the boat, the guide, the stops and the timing are all arranged.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Arabic.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

Can I snorkel in Marsa Mubarak if I've never done it before?

Yes. The activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and a professional guide leads the snorkeling sessions and stays with the group. Snorkeling equipment is provided, and the guide will show you how to use it before entering the water.

What fish and marine life will I see while snorkeling?

Marsa Mubarak's coral reefs hold colorful tropical fish including parrotfish, damselfish and wrasse, and sea turtles graze on seagrass in the shallows. With luck, you may spot a dugong, though sightings are not guaranteed. The guide will point out what the reef holds on the day you visit.

Is the national park entrance fee included in the price?

No. The national park entrance fee is paid in cash on site when you arrive at the marina. This fee is separate from the activity price.

What's included in the lunch on the boat?

A full meal is prepared and served on board during the midday break between snorkeling sessions. Soft drinks, tea and water are available throughout the day.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the marina?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Marsa Alam are included. The driver will collect you from your hotel and return you at the end of the day.