Snorkeling in Hurghada in the Red Sea provides tourists with a variety of underwater locations to choose from. Hurghada was once a small fishing village. But now it has become a bustling tourist metropolis with large seaside hotels and more possible excursions.
Snorkeling in Hurghada offers many offshore coral reef locations, from small islands to underwater spikes. Horchata’s tourist attractions also stretch along the coast to quieter bays. So, if the hustle and bustle of the city don’t suit you. It’s easy to find a quiet option that is still close to the city’s amenities.
Marine Life in Hurghada
The snorkeling trip in Hurghada allows you to face the special marine life of the Red Sea Riviera in almost unbelievably clear waters. Egypt’s dive sites are world-renowned for their visibility, which can reach 70 meters in some places.
 The country’s desert coastline and deserted islands differ completely from their underwater landscapes. Which exploded with the diversity and richness of colorful creatures and terrain.
The coral reefs in Hurghada are usually shallow and sloping, suitable for beginner diving. All divers’ favorite coral reef residents can be found in the waters of Hurghada. Parrotfish, Spearfish, Butterflyfish, Clownfish (Nemo), Pufferfish, Sweet-lipped Fish, Colorful Headfish, Moray, Yellow Mink, and turtles. As a bonus, we often see dolphins between the coast and snorkeling sites in Hurghada.
Best Snorkel Places in Hurghada
Snorkeling in the Red Sea — Utopia Island
The aptly named island is Paradise. Hop on a boat from Safaga and admire the huge coral peaks, where fish and corals of various colors live. Snorkel among red-billed groupers, bright yellow angelfish, and fluorescent sea urchins, to name a few. You can explore these coral gardens for hours on end.
Snorkeling in Red Sea — Giftun Island
Go to Giftun Island and fall in love with its underwater depths. From stunning pelagic fish passages and Salem Express shipwrecks to stunning coral gardens, man-made royal gardens, and simultaneous schools of barracudas, there is everything here. Abu Hashish Island is a wonderland of turtles, rays, and black hair. Snorkel in the oval panoramic barrier and swim with groups of dolphins, spiny tails, turtles, and white-tip sharks. There is also Gota Abu Ramada, which has robbed the marine photographer of elegance: because of the clear, flat waters, animated marine life is easily captured by the camera.
Marsa Alam: For Snorkeling the Deep South Sites
Marsa Alam has long been regarded by experienced divers as one of the best snorkeling bases in the Red Sea. Thanks to it being the closest city to Egypt’s “deep south” diving sites (such as Fury Shoals).
So the Marsa Alam has developed into a beach resort area, and now has many large five-star resorts, as well as simple beach camps focused on snorkeling.
Therefore, if you are a beginner snorkeling looking for beach resorts and diving holidays, it is best to head to Sharm el-Sheikh or El Gouna. However, if you are an experienced diver, Marsa Alam may be your next favorite diving destination in the Red Sea.
Best Time to Snorkel in Hurghada
Snorkeling is possible in Hurghada all year round. In Egypt, it related the main seasonal changes to water temperature. Which can drop to 21 degrees Celsius in winter and up to 30 degrees Celsius in summer. However, as a diver, you will always be on the surface of the ocean, which is the place most heated by the sun.
If you are worried about the cold, please consider wearing a wetsuit on vacation. Buying or renting diving suits in Egypt is also easy (and smaller), once you ask the travel agency for the latest information about water conditions.
Please note that some people recommend avoiding the hottest hours. Year (July and August). If you are a person who doesn’t enjoy sweating or is prone to heatstroke, May to June (spring) or September to November (autumn) is the best time to visit.
Hurghada: For Snorkeling within Easy Reach of Luxor
The coastline around Hurghada is Egypt’s original destination for snorkeling in the Red Sea. Its popularity and over-exploitation have caused great damage to diving sites for decades.
It is famous for luxury hotels and all-inclusive resorts. Not that divers now need to stay away completely. Because this is the closest base to many locations in the Cuba Strait of the Red Sea.
However, it is best to book a cruise holiday from here, rather than stay at the resort and go diving to the nearest coral reef. Which is often the most damaged and crowded.
 For divers who want to combine snorkeling with Luxor’s rich historical sites. Hurghada and El Gouna Resort are still the nearest and easiest option for a day trip to Luxor.
