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A sea turtle with a snorkeller at Abu Dabab, Marsa Alam
Sea Turtles & Snorkelling

Abu Dabab

Experience Abu Dabab at your own pace — with fascinating coral reefs and the chance to get close to wild sea turtles.

Experience an unforgettable adventure in Abu Dabab, one of the finest snorkelling spots in Marsa Alam. We set off early in the morning so you can enjoy the beach in peace, without the crowds. Look forward to an impressive underwater world with fascinating coral reefs and the chance to get close to wild sea turtles.

Your journey

The experience

You decide for yourself how much time you'd like to spend in the water or on land. Our guide is by your side all day and works entirely around your wishes.

Your day at the Red Sea, shaped entirely around you — snorkel, explore, or simply enjoy.

Beach entrance at Abu Dabab with parasols and loungers by the sea

Abu Dabab

A peaceful beach day — just a few steps from the crystal-clear sea.

Once you arrive, you choose a comfortable spot right on the sandy beach — just a few steps from the crystal-clear sea.

Early start

More peace on the beach and fewer crowds on site.

Flexible schedule

You decide the balance between beach time and snorkelling.

Personal attention

Your private guide works around your wishes all day.

A Natural Encounter

Experience sea turtles in their natural habitat.

A special highlight awaits you on the seagrass meadow, where sea turtles can often be seen grazing.

Our experienced guide knows the best spots and helps you track down these fascinating animals. As these are wild animals, we cannot guarantee a sighting — but we do everything we can to make it happen for you.

Enjoy the calm these gentle sea creatures radiate, and experience magical moments when a turtle comes up to the surface for air — often close by.

Side by side with sea turtles — a moment you will never forget.

A sea turtle swimming near the surface of the water

Snorkelling experience

Vividly coloured coral reefs and a fascinating underwater world.

Together with your personal snorkelling guide, you set off on a journey of discovery through the vividly coloured coral reef and experience its diverse underwater world up close.

Your experienced guide knows the finest spots and leads you safely and personally through the area.

Coral reefs

Vividly coloured reef landscapes right off the bay.

Seagrass meadow

A natural habitat where turtles often graze.

Personal guide

Guidance to the best spots and individual attention.

A sea turtle resting on the seagrass meadow at Abu Dabab

Food & Drink

Dining & service

You're well looked after, too: your guide keeps a cool box with complimentary soft drinks on hand, so you can stay refreshed at any time — at no extra cost.

Personal guidance
Your guide is with you all day and adapts to your pace.
Flexible timing
You decide how much time you spend in the water or on land.
Cool box with soft drinks
Complimentary soft drinks are available throughout the day.

After an eventful day, our private driver takes you comfortably back to your hotel.

At a glance

What's included in the excursion.

  • Private driver
  • Private snorkelling guide
  • Entry fee on site
  • Cool box with soft drinks
  • Snorkelling equipment
  • Transfer to the excursion location

Impressions

Photos from the excursion.

Impressions from Abu Dabab, the seagrass meadow and the fascinating underwater world of Marsa Alam.

A bright orange sea star with cream-colored spots rests on a rocky coral reef underwater.
Crystal-clear turquoise water off Abu Dabab
The quiet sandy beach of Abu Dabab with small boats
Colourful reef fish next to a rope, off Abu Dabab
A relaxed beach lounge with sea views in Abu Dabab

Ready for your experience?

Request the Abu Dabab trip now.

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