Abu Dabbab Snorkeling – Swim with Turtles & Discover the Dugong

  • DestinationMarsa Alam
  • Duration4–5 Hours
  • MealsNo meals included
  • Tour TypeOn the Red Sea

Tour Overview

Discover the beautiful Abu Dabbab Bay, one of the most famous marine-life spots near Marsa Alam. Enjoy an easy shore-entry snorkeling experience in calm, shallow water surrounded by sandy seabeds, seagrass and colorful Red Sea marine life. Abu Dabbab is well known for its green sea turtles, while dugong sightings are possible depending on the day and natural conditions. The experience is suitable for beginners and families, with no boat ride required. After snorkeling, relax on the beach before returning to your hotel.

Tour Highlights

  • Swim and snorkel in the beautiful Abu Dabbab Bay
  • Chance to see green sea turtles in their natural habitat
  • Possibility of spotting the rare dugong
  • Calm and shallow water suitable for beginners
  • Easy beach entry – no boat required
  • Discover colorful Red Sea fish and marine life
  • Relax on the sandy beach after snorkeling
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Professional snorkeling guide
  • Safety briefing
  • Beach entrance fees
  • Bottled water

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks or food at the beach
  • Tips
  • Underwater photography

Tour Itinerary

A step-by-step breakdown of your Red Sea adventure

  1. Hotel Pickup

  2. Pick-up from your hotel in Marsa Alam

  3. Arrival at Abu Dabbab

  4. Arrive at Abu Dabbab Bay and receive a safety briefing

  5. Snorkeling

  6. Enjoy a guided snorkeling session in the bay and look for turtles and other marine life

  7. Beach Relaxation

  8. Relax on the beach, swim or enjoy some free time

  9. Return to Hotel

  10. Transfer back to your hotel after the excursion

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about your excursion

Yes. The bay has calm, shallow water and an easy beach entry, making it suitable for beginners.
Turtles are commonly seen in Abu Dabbab, but wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed.
There is a chance to see a dugong, but sightings depend on natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
No. This experience uses a beach entry, so there is no boat ride.
Bring your swimsuit, towel, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfortable beach footwear.

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