Abu Dabbab Beach Snorkeling Trip from Marsa Alam – Turtles & Coral Reefs

  • Marsa Allam
  • 0 booked
  • Duration: 6 Hours
  • Language: English

Overview

Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Marsa Alam after breakfast. Travel by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to Abu Dabbab Beach, a beautiful bay known for its sandy shoreline, calm waters, seagrass areas, and rich marine life.

Upon arrival, your snorkeling guide will give you a short safety briefing and explain the day’s activities. The main highlight is the opportunity to snorkel in areas where green sea turtles are commonly seen. Abu Dabbab is also home to colorful coral reefs and a wide variety of Red Sea fish, making it an excellent destination for both experienced snorkelers and beginners.

The tour includes two snorkeling sessions. The first focuses on the turtle area, where you will have around one hour to explore the water and look for sea turtles. Afterward, enjoy free time on the beach to relax, swim, or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Later, begin the second snorkeling session around the coral reef. Explore colorful corals and observe different species of tropical fish before returning to the beach and preparing for your journey back to Marsa Alam.

With some luck, you may also spot a dugong in the area, although sightings are never guaranteed.


What’s Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Marsa Alam
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional snorkeling guide
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Two snorkeling sessions
  • Bottled water
  • Soft drinks
  • Safety briefing
  • Small-group experience, maximum 12 guests

What’s Excluded

  • Abu Dabbab Beach entrance fee
  • Food and lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Personal towels
  • Tips
  • Any optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Trip Info

Destination: Abu Dabbab Beach, Marsa Alam
Duration: Full Day
Pickup: Your hotel in Marsa Alam
Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicle
Snorkeling Sessions: 2
Group Size: Maximum 12 guests
Difficulty: Suitable for beginners and experienced snorkelers
Meals: Not included
Beach Entrance: Payable on-site


Why Choose This Tour?

The Abu Dabbab Beach snorkeling trip from Marsa Alam is ideal for travelers who want to experience the Red Sea’s marine life without spending the day on a boat. The beach provides easy access to the water, while the guided snorkeling sessions allow you to explore both the turtle and coral reef areas.

It is also a great choice for families, couples, and first-time snorkelers looking for a relaxed day by the sea with professional guidance and convenient hotel transportation.

What To Expect

Marsa Alam to Abu Dabbab Beach

After breakfast at your hotel, your air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up from the hotel reception. Begin your journey to Abu Dabbab Beach, located along the Red Sea coast near Marsa Alam. Enjoy the comfortable drive while preparing for an exciting day of snorkeling and marine-life discovery.

Arrival at Abu Dabbab Beach

Arrive at Abu Dabbab Beach at approximately 9:00 AM. After getting settled, meet your snorkeling guide and prepare for the activities. Abu Dabbab is known for its beautiful sandy bay, seagrass areas, coral reefs, and marine life.

Safety Briefing

Before entering the water, your snorkeling guide will provide a short briefing covering the day’s activities, snorkeling areas, and important safety instructions. Your guide will also explain how to use the snorkeling equipment properly and how to enjoy the marine environment responsibly.

First Snorkeling Session – Sea Turtles

Begin the first snorkeling session in the area where sea turtles are commonly found. Spend approximately one hour exploring the water and searching for green sea turtles swimming and feeding around the seagrass areas.

Keep a respectful distance from the turtles and enjoy watching them in their natural environment. The calm and relatively shallow conditions of the bay make Abu Dabbab a popular snorkeling location.

Beach Relaxation

After the first snorkeling session, return to the beach and enjoy some free time. Relax on the sandy shore, swim in the clear Red Sea waters, or simply take in the peaceful surroundings before the second snorkeling session.

Second Snorkeling Session – Coral Reefs & Marine Life

Around 11:30 AM, begin the second snorkeling session around the coral reef. Explore the colorful underwater world and look for different species of tropical fish, corals, and other marine creatures.

This session gives you a different perspective of Abu Dabbab’s underwater environment, complementing the turtle-focused first snorkeling experience.

Return to Marsa Alam

After completing the snorkeling activities and enjoying your time at Abu Dabbab Beach, get ready for the return journey. Your air-conditioned vehicle will drive you back to your hotel in Marsa Alam, bringing your full-day Red Sea adventure to an end.

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FAQs
  • Yes. Abu Dabbab is well known for its calm bay, easy shore access, seagrass areas, coral reefs, and marine life, making it a popular snorkeling destination in the Marsa Alam area.

  • Abu Dabbab is famous for its green sea turtles, which can often be found feeding around the seagrass areas. However, wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed.

  • There is a possibility of seeing a dugong at Abu Dabbab, but dugong sightings are rare and cannot be guaranteed.

  • The tour includes two snorkeling sessions: the first focuses on the turtle area, while the second explores the coral reef and surrounding marine life.

  • Yes. Snorkeling equipment and a professional snorkeling guide are included in the tour.

  • No. The beach entrance fee is payable on-site and is not included in the tour price.

  • Yes. Abu Dabbab offers relatively easy access to the water and calm, shallow areas that are suitable for many beginners. Your guide will also provide safety instructions before snorkeling.

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