{"id":4298,"date":"2025-01-24T11:06:56","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T10:06:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/snorkeling-in-hurghada\/"},"modified":"2025-03-03T17:31:09","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T16:31:09","slug":"snorkeling-in-hurghada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/en\/snorkeling-in-hurghada\/","title":{"rendered":"Snorkeling in Hurghada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Snorkeling in Hurghada<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2005c625 ksection\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p><strong>Admiring the beauty of the Red Sea&#8217;s seabed<\/strong> is a must when staying in Hurghada. <strong>Snorkeling in Hurghada<\/strong> is therefore an absolute must! In fact, the city is renowned for the richness of its depths, making the seaside resort a must-see spot for scuba diving close to Europe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How does a snorkeling trip to Hurghada work? How much does it cost? How long does a snorkeling trip take? What options are available? Is it possible to snorkel on your own, right on the beach? We&#8217;ll answer all your questions here, detailing the <strong>practical information you need to know<\/strong> before venturing off <a href=\"\/en\/\">Hurghada<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8a37d1fb ktoc_container_reverse\">\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the essential information you need to know before snorkeling in Hurghada, also known as &#8220;underwater trekking&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practices, alternatives and prices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several ways to snorkel in Hurghada:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First of all, you can opt for a <strong>sea trip<\/strong> that takes you to well-known and interesting places. In this case, you&#8217;re guaranteed to see the richness of the seabed. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alternatively, you can just <strong>swim near your hotel&#8217;s private beach<\/strong>. In this case, you&#8217;ll need to bring your own equipment. You&#8217;ll see fewer fish than offshore, and especially no coral. You&#8217;ll see from the photos that illustrate this article that the <strong>coral landscapes<\/strong> you discover while snorkeling in Hurghada, offshore, have magnificent colors!   <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It is therefore more interesting and safer to snorkel in Hurghada via a sea trip. Here are the possibilities: <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"koffers_m\"><div class=\"koffer_m koffer-grid-2\">\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-picto_m\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain-sun fa-4x\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-title_m\">Snorkeling and swimming with dolphins<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-content_m\"><p>This offer includes an outing to swim with the dolphins. Includes a PMT swim stop and a buffet lunch. Pick-up at the hotel.<\/p><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-footer_m\">\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-price_m\">rates: 35 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-buttons_m\">\r\n            <div class=\"koffer-button-buy_m kbutton-reverse\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/giftun-island-l4513\/hurghada-private-speedboat-dolphin-watching-and-snorkeling-t290630\/?partner_id=V7CATC1&amp;mkt_cmp=true&amp;cmp=ghur-en-wp-jsonwpv2posts4298\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"koffer_m koffer-grid-2\">\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-picto_m\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain-sun fa-4x\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-title_m\">Excursion to Orange Bay with snorkeling<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-content_m\"><p>This offer takes you out to sea to Orange Bay, where you can enjoy this corner of paradise in the Giftoun Islands. You can also snorkel and enjoy lunch. Hotel pick-up included.<\/p><\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"koffer-footer_m\">\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-price_m\">rates: 27 \u20ac<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"koffer-buttons_m\">\r\n            <div class=\"koffer-button-buy_m kbutton-reverse\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/hurghada-l403\/hurghada-dolphin-watching-snorkeling-adventure-with-lunch-t830640\/?partner_id=V7CATC1&amp;mkt_cmp=true&amp;cmp=ghur-en-wp-jsonwpv2posts4298\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check availability<\/a><\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access and opening hours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transfer from the hotel is usually included. You will be picked up at the entrance to your accommodation. The agency will contact you via WhatsApp to let you know the pick-up time.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The driver will pick you up in the morning. A 15-minute lead time is required, as he will be picking up other tourists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"830\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/transfert-hotel-excursion-dauphins-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Transfer from hotel to Hurghada dolphin excursion\" class=\"wp-image-830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/transfert-hotel-excursion-dauphins-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/transfert-hotel-excursion-dauphins-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/transfert-hotel-excursion-dauphins-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/transfert-hotel-excursion-dauphins-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2114\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/bateaux-quai-excursion-orange-bay.jpg\" alt=\"Boats docked for Orange Bay excursion\" class=\"wp-image-2114\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/bateaux-quai-excursion-orange-bay.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/bateaux-quai-excursion-orange-bay-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/bateaux-quai-excursion-orange-bay-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/bateaux-quai-excursion-orange-bay-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the driver has dropped you off, you can board the boat, usually a motorized catamaran. You can go upstairs to settle in while everyone arrives, as several mini-buses drop off a total of around 20 tourists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does the Hurghada snorkeling trip last?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On average, allow between 7 and 8 hours. This includes the round trip by minibus, water activities at the various locations, lunch on the boat and scheduled stops. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does a snorkeling trip in Hurghada work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, we&#8217;ll describe what you&#8217;ll be able to see on the various excursions that include an underwater hike.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First snorkeling spot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For sea trips including snorkeling sessions in Hurghada, there are usually <strong>two PMT<\/strong> (fins, mask, snorkel) <strong>swim stops<\/strong> scheduled. The first is a quick reminder of safety instructions and explanations on how to use the mask. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2691\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling in Hurghada in the Red Sea with fish\" class=\"wp-image-2691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2687\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-nage-palmes.jpg\" alt=\"Corals in the Red Sea during a finning session\" class=\"wp-image-2687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-nage-palmes.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-nage-palmes-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-nage-palmes-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-nage-palmes-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Your guides will explain how to breathe underwater (by mouth), how to communicate with hand signals in the event of a problem, and how to evacuate water from your mask, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve been briefed, they&#8217;ll lend you the <strong>appropriate equipment<\/strong>, including fins, mask and snorkel. For those who can&#8217;t swim very well, you can borrow a lifejacket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1970\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/materiel-snorkeling-bateau-excursion-orange-bay.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling equipment on the boat during the Orange Bay excursion\" class=\"wp-image-1970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/materiel-snorkeling-bateau-excursion-orange-bay.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/materiel-snorkeling-bateau-excursion-orange-bay-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/materiel-snorkeling-bateau-excursion-orange-bay-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/materiel-snorkeling-bateau-excursion-orange-bay-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1116\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-masque-tuba.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkelling\" class=\"wp-image-1116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-masque-tuba.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-masque-tuba-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-masque-tuba-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-masque-tuba-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1971\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-pmt-excursion-orange-bay-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"PMT swim on the Orange Bay excursion in Hurghada\" class=\"wp-image-1971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-pmt-excursion-orange-bay-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-pmt-excursion-orange-bay-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-pmt-excursion-orange-bay-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-pmt-excursion-orange-bay-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The group will be divided in two: those who know how to swim well can go for a free ride, while those who are less at ease in the water can benefit from a buoy pulled by one of the instructors.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s time to<strong>admire the seabed<\/strong>, with its coral reefs and small, colorful fish. Enjoy a 30-minute swim. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Second snorkelling break<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The boat starts again, taking you further out. In fact, a second stop is planned in a <strong>different spot<\/strong> to diversify the richness of the seabed. Here, you&#8217;ll be less taken care of, and therefore freer.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1169\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poissons-coraux-mer-rouge.jpg\" alt=\"Fish and coral in the Red Sea\" class=\"wp-image-1169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poissons-coraux-mer-rouge.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poissons-coraux-mer-rouge-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poissons-coraux-mer-rouge-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poissons-coraux-mer-rouge-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2690\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-coraux-hurghada-mer-rouge.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling in Hurghada with corals in the Red Sea\" class=\"wp-image-2690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-coraux-hurghada-mer-rouge.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-coraux-hurghada-mer-rouge-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-coraux-hurghada-mer-rouge-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-coraux-hurghada-mer-rouge-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can benefit from the same equipment, while enjoying your time with family and friends.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Admire the Egyptian coastline and have lunch on the bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On this snorkeling trip to Hurghada, you&#8217;ll enjoy a <strong>beautiful panorama of the Red Sea<\/strong>. The water is crystal-clear and turquoise.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1977\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-bateau-depuis-catamaran-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Boat view from a catamaran in Hurghada\" class=\"wp-image-1977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-bateau-depuis-catamaran-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-bateau-depuis-catamaran-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-bateau-depuis-catamaran-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-bateau-depuis-catamaran-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"829\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/repas-excursion-dauphins-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Dolphin excursion meal in Hurghada\" class=\"wp-image-829\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/repas-excursion-dauphins-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/repas-excursion-dauphins-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/repas-excursion-dauphins-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/repas-excursion-dauphins-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, you can eat facing the sea, as lunch is served on the boat. You&#8217;ll find a buffet inside the cabin, usually including rice, pasta, kefta, breaded fish, rolls, raw vegetables, grilled vegetables and eggplant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stops during snorkeling excursions in Hurghada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the option you choose, you may benefit from a separate stop:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>or the <strong>dolphin spot<\/strong>, known to host many of them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or you will be taken to <strong>Orange Bay<\/strong>, a huge seaside resort in the south of the Giftoun Islands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For the one where you can <a href=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/en\/swimming-with-dolphins-in-hurghada\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"85\">swim with dolphins<\/a>, the boat takes you to a place where there are many mammals. It&#8217;s possible to see several of them, and to swim with them. It&#8217;s a quick but intense experience that will stay with you for a long time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1147\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/dauphin-sous-eau.jpg\" alt=\"Underwater dolphin\" class=\"wp-image-1147\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/dauphin-sous-eau.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/dauphin-sous-eau-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/dauphin-sous-eau-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/dauphin-sous-eau-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"827\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nager-avec-dauphins-excursion-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Swim with dolphins on Hurghada excursion\" class=\"wp-image-827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nager-avec-dauphins-excursion-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nager-avec-dauphins-excursion-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nager-avec-dauphins-excursion-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nager-avec-dauphins-excursion-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1146\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-avec-dauphins-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Swimming with dolphins in Hurghada\" class=\"wp-image-1146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-avec-dauphins-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-avec-dauphins-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-avec-dauphins-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/nage-avec-dauphins-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The second offer is <a href=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/en\/orange-bay-hurghada\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"33\">Orange Bay<\/a>. It&#8217;s a huge wooden structure built <strong>in the south of the Giftoun Islands<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll be taken there in the early afternoon. For two hours, you can swim in the turquoise water. But you can also grab an ice cream, take a photo on one of the many Instagrammable swings and hammocks, or relax on one of the poufs before heading back out to sea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1982\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-sur-jetee-orange-bay-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Orange Bay jetty in Hurghada\" class=\"wp-image-1982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-sur-jetee-orange-bay-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-sur-jetee-orange-bay-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-sur-jetee-orange-bay-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-sur-jetee-orange-bay-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1978\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-complexe-orange-bay-depuis-jetee.jpg\" alt=\"View of the Orange Bay complex from the jetty\" class=\"wp-image-1978\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-complexe-orange-bay-depuis-jetee.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-complexe-orange-bay-depuis-jetee-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-complexe-orange-bay-depuis-jetee-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-complexe-orange-bay-depuis-jetee-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1979\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-panoramique-plage-orange-bay.jpg\" alt=\"Panoramic view of Orange Bay beach\" class=\"wp-image-1979\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-panoramique-plage-orange-bay.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-panoramique-plage-orange-bay-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-panoramique-plage-orange-bay-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/vue-panoramique-plage-orange-bay-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On the way back from this snorkeling excursion in Hurghada, it&#8217;s not uncommon to enjoy activities such as <strong>mud pulling<\/strong>. The mini-bus will take over, and you&#8217;ll be back at your hotel by 6pm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2115\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/boue-tractee-lors-excursion-orange-bay.jpg\" alt=\"Mud towed during the Orange Bay excursion\" class=\"wp-image-2115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/boue-tractee-lors-excursion-orange-bay.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/boue-tractee-lors-excursion-orange-bay-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/boue-tractee-lors-excursion-orange-bay-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/boue-tractee-lors-excursion-orange-bay-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2116\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/littoral-hurghada-depuis-bateau.jpg\" alt=\"Hurghada coastline from the boat\" class=\"wp-image-2116\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/littoral-hurghada-depuis-bateau.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/littoral-hurghada-depuis-bateau-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/littoral-hurghada-depuis-bateau-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/littoral-hurghada-depuis-bateau-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;re going to give you the answers to the questions many people are asking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is equipment provided? What do I need to bring back?   <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, we&#8217;ll lend <strong>you<\/strong> <strong>flippers, mask and snorkel<\/strong>. However, you must bring your own beach towel and bathing suit. And don&#8217;t forget your sunscreen.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t bother with water bottles &#8211; drinks are included in the package, so you can stay hydrated all day long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I take photos underwater?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can still take photos with your smartphone, as long as you use a <strong>protective waterproof pouch<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2691\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling in Hurghada in the Red Sea with fish\" class=\"wp-image-2691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/snorkeling-poissons-hurghada-mer-rouge-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1126\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge.jpg\" alt=\"Corals and fish in the Red Sea\" class=\"wp-image-1126\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-mer-rouge-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t want to be burdened with equipment, note that a photographer is present among the escorts and will be happy to <strong>photograph<\/strong> you. To pick them up at the end of the tour, you&#8217;ll usually have to pay a few dozen euros. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do the instructors speak English?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes they all speak English, and are easy to understand thanks to gestures. It&#8217;s very easy to communicate with a little basic English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to breathe with a snorkel  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a fairly easy technique, but you must breathe through your mouth. The instructors will show you how to evacuate any water that gets into your mask, with a simple press on the forehead. They&#8217;ll put you at ease, giving you <strong>advice and basic techniques<\/strong>.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poupe-bateau-excursion-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Stern of the Hurghada excursion boat\" class=\"wp-image-836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poupe-bateau-excursion-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poupe-bateau-excursion-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poupe-bateau-excursion-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/poupe-bateau-excursion-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"1118\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-fonds-marins-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Corals in the Hurghada seabed\" class=\"wp-image-1118\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-fonds-marins-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-fonds-marins-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-fonds-marins-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/coraux-fonds-marins-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can a shark attack me while I&#8217;m diving?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, it&#8217;s very rare, as they <strong>don&#8217;t<\/strong> attack <strong>groups<\/strong>. There is a risk, however, if you practice this activity alone near the coast, as they prowl isolated areas just a few dozen meters from the shore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why we recommend that you opt for the snorkeling sessions in Hurghada that we&#8217;ve mentioned in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2692\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/coraux-et-poisson-fonds-marin-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Corals and fish on the seabed in Hurghada\" class=\"wp-image-2692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/coraux-et-poisson-fonds-marin-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/coraux-et-poisson-fonds-marin-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/coraux-et-poisson-fonds-marin-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/coraux-et-poisson-fonds-marin-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2693\" src=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/fond-marin-snorkeling-hurghada.jpg\" alt=\"Seabed during a snorkeling session off Hurghada\" class=\"wp-image-2693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/fond-marin-snorkeling-hurghada.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/fond-marin-snorkeling-hurghada-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/fond-marin-snorkeling-hurghada-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/go-hurghada.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/07\/fond-marin-snorkeling-hurghada-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide ends here. Now you know everything you <strong>need to know<\/strong> about the different options available to you for snorkeling in Hurghada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first option is to <strong>snorkel off a private beach<\/strong>, if your hotel has one of course. Interesting but very basic, you&#8217;ll miss out on the beauty of the corals that can be found deeper down in the coral reefs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opt for a snorkeling <strong>outing<\/strong>. Both of the outings mentioned in this guide are very enjoyable, and very well-paced thanks to the different activities on offer. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Snorkeling in Hurghada Admiring the beauty of the Red Sea&#8217;s seabed is a must when staying in Hurghada. Snorkeling in Hurghada is therefore an absolute must! In fact, the city is renowned for the richness of its depths, making the seaside resort a must-see spot for scuba diving close to Europe. 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