Snorkel with Dugongs and Turtles in Marsa Alam

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Free cancellation

1/11

Duration8h

GroupUp to 15

LanguagesEN · CS +7

Mobile ticketAccepted

Swim alongside dugongs and the Red Sea's largest turtles in calm, protected waters

Snorkel with dugongs and turtles in Marsa Alam on a full-day guided activity that includes three snorkeling sessions, a 25-minute boat ride to Marsa Mubarak, lunch and snacks onboard, and expert guides who prioritize safety and conservation. Children from age 6 are welcome; guides speak English, Spanish, Italian, German and five other languages.

The Experience

Marsa Mubarak, a protected marine reserve near Marsa Alam, is where this snorkeling day unfolds. A 25-minute boat ride takes you from the coast to waters where dugongs graze on seagrass and giant turtles move through the shallows. The guides—experienced and trained in marine conservation—begin with a safety orientation before you enter the water, then lead three separate snorkeling sessions spaced across the morning and early afternoon. Each one targets a different part of the reef or seagrass bed where the animals are most likely to be calm and undisturbed.

Between sessions, you stay on deck with freshly prepared lunch and snacks. The pace is unhurried: time to dry off, eat, rest in the shade and talk through what you've seen before the next entry. Small groups mean you're never crowded, and the guides watch both the animals and the snorkelers, adjusting depth, distance and timing so encounters stay peaceful for everyone. The focus is on observation and respect for the creatures, not on speed or numbers.

The day runs eight hours total, including the boat ride and all three snorkeling sessions. You'll need at least a moderate level of fitness for water entry and the physical demands of snorkeling, and the activity is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or significant cardiovascular concerns. Snorkeling gear is provided; bring a towel and sunscreen, and wear reef-safe protection if you have sensitive skin.

What’s included

Admission to Marsa Mubarak marine reserve.
three guided snorkeling sessions.
snorkeling equipment.
boat transport from Marsa Alam.
freshly prepared lunch and snacks served onboard.
expert guide in your chosen language.
safety orientation and marine conservation briefing.

Operated by Oceanic Travel Egypt

Is this one for you?The full eight-hour day and three snorkeling sessions demand moderate fitness and comfort in water, so it suits snorkelers who can handle sustained activity and want time to rest between entries rather than a quick half-day trip. Small groups and expert guides mean you move at a pace that keeps animals calm and lets you observe without rushing, which matters if you came for genuine encounters rather than a checklist of sightings.