Snorkeling in Hurghada

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Hurghada is slightly inferior to another popular Egyptian Sharm el-Sheikh resort in the diversity and beauty of the underwater world, but there is something to see here, especially if you are not a sophisticated diver or have not been snorkeling in the Red Sea before.

You can observe the underwater world in Hurghada with the help of diving, excursions on boats with a glass bottom or on a tourist bathyscaphe-a submarine. But the most accessible way was and remains simple snorkeling and tube snorkeling. If you have your own mask and tube, then be sure to take it with you on vacation, and if not, you can rent in Hurghada from $ 2, or buy a set from $ 10 here. We advise you to buy your own kit, as it is more hygienic, and besides, it pays off compared to renting in just a few days. Also, beach shoes for swimming, the so-called aqua shoes or corals, will not hurt for snorkeling. It is also better to buy them, because in any case they will be useful even for a simple beach holiday in Hurghada. You can buy them at the resort for 5-10 dollars.

Snorkeling is a simple and relatively safe activity compared to diving, since the observation of the underwater world takes place mainly in shallow water near the shore. If you go snorkeling with an excursion, then you will have instructors-guides who will show you everything, tell you and will look after you. But still, before you go for serious snorkeling on the islands or deep water, we advise you to practice off the coast first. The fact is that the apparent simplicity here still requires skill and habit. Well, frankly speaking, the first swimming with a mask can cause anxiety and fear, which lead to panic. And panic, as you know, leads to rapid contraction of the lungs, which in conditions of breathing through the tube leads to a lack of oxygen and even more panic. You need to get used to it, and then you will feel calm in the water.

The best places for snorkeling in Hurghada

The coast in Hurghada is less reef than in Charm, and the beaches are more sandy, and therefore there are still places with live corals and fish along the coast. Therefore, the best option is to go snorkeling with a boat trip to the islands.:

If you are not interested in excursions, then it is better to find out what kind of bottom the hotel beach has and whether there are corals there when choosing a hotel. In general, almost all hotels with the words Coral or Reef in their names are usually located on the shore with a reef beach. You can also read reviews about hotels, there is usually a mention of the quality of beaches.

Snorkeling in Hurghada

Video of snorkeling in Hurghada

A panorama of snorkeling in Hurghada

🕐Working hours: during daytime.

💵 Entrance fee / ticket price: Self-free, snorkeling sea excursions cost from $ 13.

🚶 How to get there: You can do simple snorkeling in Hurghada at any hotel beach. There is a more intense underwater life on the islands and in the open sea near coral reefs, where excursions go.

💥 We remind you that it is much more interesting to get acquainted with the sights of Hurghada with the help of excursions, and therefore we advise you to look at online booking options on these proven search and price comparison sites:

🕒 26 March, 2025

Snorkeling in Hurghada

The best places for snorkeling in Hurghada

Video of snorkeling in Hurghada

A panorama of snorkeling in Hurghada

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