Hurghada Snorkeling Excursion to Sharm El Naga Bay or Giftun Island
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Discover the incredible underwater world of the Red Sea on this Hurghada Snorkeling Excursion to Sharm El Naga Bay or Giftun Island. Cruise across crystal-clear waters to one of Hurghada's top snorkeling destinations, where vibrant coral reefs and colorful marine life await. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced snorkeler, this full-day adventure includes snorkeling equipment, a delicious lunch, free time to relax, and convenient hotel transfers for a fun and hassle-free day by the sea.
Tour Highlights
- Full-day snorkeling trip to Sharm El Naga Bay or Giftun Island
- Explore vibrant coral reefs and tropical marine life
- Snorkeling equipment provided
- Enjoy a boat trip across the Red Sea
- Lunch included during the excursion
- Free time for swimming, snorkeling, or relaxing on the beach
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada
Licensed local guide
Egypt-born, Ministry-licensed — not tour leaders passing through.
100% private
Your group only — your pace, your interests.
Hotel pickup included
A/C vehicle from your Cairo hotel to the sites and back.
Your day, hour by hour
One full day, tailored stops, zero logistics on your plate. Times are typical — your guide adjusts to beat the crowds.
Pickup & meet your guide
Your guide meets you at your hotel lobby for the short transfer down to the marina. On the way, your guide checks the day's sea conditions and confirms whether the boat is heading to Sharm El Naga Bay or Giftun Island, whichever offers the clearer water that day.
Snorkelling over the coral reef
Once anchored over one of the reef sites, you'll spend the morning snorkeling through coral gardens in some of the clearest water on the Red Sea coast, home to parrotfish, clownfish, and, depending on the site and season, the occasional passing turtle or reef shark. Snorkeling gear is provided, and Maro or the boat crew stays close by to point out marine life and make sure everyone, from first-timers to experienced snorkelers, feels comfortable in the water.
"The Red Sea reefs are some of the healthiest left anywhere in the world. I always tell first-time snorkelers: just float, breathe normal, and let the reef come to you," says Maro Saeed, your guide.
Lunch & Beach Time
Back aboard the boat or on a quiet stretch of beach, depending on the site, a simple lunch is served before a second, shorter snorkeling session or free time to relax in the sun. Sharm El Naga is known for its shallow, calm lagoon good for beginners, while Giftun Island offers deeper reef walls for stronger swimmers — Maro tailors this second stop to the group's comfort level.
"The second dip is always more relaxed. People know what to expect by then, so they actually enjoy it instead of just figuring out how to breathe through a snorkel," Maro notes.
Drop-off & goodbye
Private transfer back to your hotel, door-to-door. Want to add a sunset felucca-style sail or a desert quad biking excursion the next day? Just ask your guide.
What’s included
Everything below is arranged, paid and covered by your quote. What sits outside is what you'd normally handle yourself.
Always included
- Private transfers from the Hotel & return
- All transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Private guided tours.
- Local Lunch in a good local restaurant.
- Entry fees to all sites as per itinerary.
- Bottled water during trips.
- All service charges & taxes.
Arranged separately
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Personal expenses
- Optional Activities
- Tipping
Traveler reviews
60+ verified reviews across Google & TripAdvisor for tours operated by Egypt Planners.
"A fabulous vacation, mostly thanks to Maro’s planning. Our 8-day private tour covered the Giza Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum and a Nile cruise. Our Cairo guide Maii was knowledgeable and friendly, and our cruise guide Abdo took great care of us throughout."
"Nothing short of exceptional. Every question was answered promptly and the whole custom trip was planned with impressive attention to detail. As a mom travelling with my two daughters, we felt completely safe, respected and well cared for at all times."
"From tailoring the itinerary to being dropped at the airport, everything went amazingly thanks to Maro and his team. Our Cairo guide Maii was fantastic, and Amir shared his knowledge beautifully from Luxor to Aswan. An unforgettable experience."
"We did a family private tour — Cairo, Aswan, Luxor and Hurghada — and strongly recommend Maro and his team. Communication was excellent at any time and the package very competitive. We kept to the itinerary with all inclusions and no extra charge."
"A French family with two young children. Maro designed a trip exactly as we had imagined — extremely available and responsive throughout. The guides took our young kids into account and showed us incredible places off the beaten track."
"A great trip to remember a lifetime! We travelled as a three-generation group of seven with many special requests, and they replanned several times until the itinerary met our ideas in detail. A very competent, friendly guide throughout."
Price per person
Private tour — the smaller the group, the more personal; the bigger the group, the lower the per-person price. Same full itinerary either way.
Prices are per person for a private day tour. Larger groups pay less per person.
Why book with Egypt Tours by Locals
Licensed local guides
Egypt-born, Ministry-licensed guides.
100% private
Your group only.
Hotel pickup included
Door-to-door in a private, air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel.
Entrance fees sorted
All the site tickets in your itinerary are arranged and covered.
Transparent pricing
One itemised quote, no hidden fees.
Flexible & tailor-made
Swap sites or adjust the pace — the day is built around you.
Booking & policy
Payment
- No prepayment — pay in full on the day
- Cash or card at pickup
- Any major currency
- Itemised price — no hidden fees
Cancellation
- Free cancellation — nothing paid upfront
- Reschedule anytime, subject to availability
- Just let us know in advance
Children
- 0–5 yrs: free
- 6–11 yrs: 50% of adult price
- 12+ yrs: full adult price
Good to know
Tipping in Egypt
Tips are not included in any of our packages and are entirely at the discretion of the traveler. Although they are not mandatory, they are of great importance to the people who are taking care of you while you travel.
