Hurghada: Giftun Island Full-Day Snorkeling with Lunch

Overview

Hurghada's most popular day on the water heads out to the reefs and sandbars of the Giftun Island group, a protected national-park archipelago just offshore. You board at the marina and cruise out to the first snorkelling stop, dropping anchor over a coral reef busy with butterflyfish, parrotfish and clouds of anthias in the warm, clear water. After time in the sea, with gear provided and crew watching over swimmers of every level, the boat repositions for a second reef before pulling in at Orange Bay, the powder-white sandbar that has become the signature image of the Hurghada coast. Here there is time to wade in the shallow turquoise water, sunbathe on the sand and simply soak up the setting; a small optional beach fee applies on the island. A buffet lunch is served on board between stops, with soft drinks and water on hand through the day. It is an easy, sociable full-day outing that suits families, couples and first-time snorkellers, with none of the logistics to worry about. Bring swimwear, a towel, a hat and reef-safe sunscreen, and a waterproof pouch for your phone if you want photos in the shallows. Transfers from your Hurghada hotel are included at both ends.

Highlights

• ✦Two snorkelling stops over Giftun's coral reefs
• ✦White sands and turquoise shallows of Orange Bay
• ✦Snorkel gear provided for all levels
• ✦Buffet lunch served on board
• ✦Protected national-park island group
• ✦Hotel transfers included

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1
   Hurghada Marina

   Morning pickup and boarding at the marina, with a safety briefing before departure.

2. 2
   First snorkel reef

   Anchor over the first Giftun reef for snorkelling among the coral and reef fish.

3. 3
   Second snorkel reef

   Reposition to a second reef stop for more time in the water.

4. 4
   Orange Bay, Giftun Island

   Pull in at Orange Bay's white sandbar for beach time and a swim in the shallows.

5. 5
   Lunch on board

   A buffet lunch is served on the boat between stops.

6. 6
   Return to Hurghada

   Cruise back to the marina in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel.

Meeting point

📍 Hotel pickup included, or meet at the operator's downtown office.

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?

8 hours

Can I cancel my booking?

This experience isn't refundable. Check the operator's policy before you book.

Where does it start?

Hotel pickup included, or meet at the operator's downtown office.

Will I get instant confirmation?

Yes — your confirmation arrives on your phone right after booking.

What's included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada · Boat cruise with crew · Snorkelling equipment · Buffet lunch on board · Bottled water and soft drinks

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