Utopia Island Snorkeling Tour from Safaga with Lunch

Summary

Red Sea Snorkeling Adventure & Glass Boat Ride

You’ll snorkel vibrant Red Sea reefs near Utopia Island, enjoy a fresh lunch on board, and cruise in a glass-bottom boat—all with easy hotel pickup from Hurghada.

What’s the experience like?

The day started early—Hurghada’s air still cool as we waited for our ride. The van showed up right on time, and after a quick hello to the driver, we headed south along the coast to Safaga. The marina was already buzzing with locals unloading crates of bread and fishermen chatting over tiny glasses of tea. Our guide, Ahmed, handed out wristbands and gave us a quick rundown of what to expect.

Once on board, you could smell sunscreen mixing with sea breeze. We set off towards Utopia Island, passing fishing boats bobbing in the distance. Ahmed picked our first snorkeling stop based on the wind—he said it’s always best to check which reefs are calmest that morning. I slipped into the water and right away spotted parrotfish darting between coral heads; even saw a shy octopus tucked under a rock if you looked close enough.

After two snorkeling stops (the second one had these wild purple corals I’d never seen before), everyone was ready for lunch. The buffet had grilled chicken, rice, and this tangy salad that tasted like fresh lemon. Cold sodas hit the spot after all that saltwater. Later, we hopped onto a glass-bottom boat for a slow loop around Utopia Island—kids pressed their faces to the glass every time a school of fish zipped by.

By late afternoon, sunburned but happy, we made our way back to Hurghada. I still had sand stuck between my toes when we got dropped off at the hotel—worth it for those reef views alone.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Snorkeling and Glass Boat Tour

• Pickup from hotel and transfer to Safaga marine center
• Boat trip to Utopia Island with snorkeling stops
• Lunch buffet and soft drinks
• Glass boat ride around Utopia Island
• Return transfer to hotel in Hurghada

Top questions

Is snorkeling equipment included or do I need to bring my own?

No need to bring anything—snorkeling gear is provided as part of your tour.

What if the weather is bad on my tour date?

If conditions aren’t safe, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund—safety comes first.

I’m traveling with kids—is this trip suitable for families?

Yes! Kids love the glass boat ride and shallow reefs. Just note infants must sit on an adult’s lap.

How do I confirm my pickup time?

Just send your full names, hotel name, and room number to the local supplier—they’ll confirm your pickup details.

What’s included

Your tour covers hotel transfers from Hurghada, all snorkeling equipment, lunch buffet with soft drinks, coffee or tea onboard, plus an air-conditioned vehicle for comfort throughout.