Abu Dabbab Sea Turtle Snorkel Outing
Snorkel with green sea turtles just meters from the shore
About this activity
Snorkel with resident green sea turtles in the shallow, calm waters of Abu Dabbab Bay on this easy half-day trip from Marsa Alam.
Full description
After pickup, wade in directly from Abu Dabbab's sandy beach and snorkel over the seagrass beds where turtles are regularly seen feeding, guided by a local instructor who knows the bay well.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Mask, snorkel and fins
- English-speaking guide
- Bottled water
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
About this activity
Highlights
- ✓Snorkel with green sea turtles just meters from shore
- ✓No boat required — a short swim out from the beach
- ✓One of Egypt's most reliable turtle-snorkeling spots
Tour Itinerary & Map
- 1 Pickup from your Marsa Alam hotel
- 2 Snorkeling with sea turtles at Abu Dabbab Bay
- 3 Drive back and drop-off at your hotel
Places You'll Visit
Abu Dabbab is a shallow, U-shaped bay on Egypt's Red Sea coast roughly 35 km north of Marsa Alam. Its seagrass-covered sandy bottom supports one of the few regularly sighted dugong populations in the Red Sea, alongside green and hawksbill turtles, making it a well-known snorkeling and marine-wildlife site.
Why Choose This Tour
Abu Dabbab is known specifically for reliable green sea turtle sightings close to shore.
An easy shore-entry trip, no boat ride needed.
A dedicated guide accompanies the snorkeling trip.
What to Bring
Trip Essentials
Half day (4 hours)
Marsa Alam, Egypt
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
Frequently Asked Questions
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