Overview
An 8-hour boat trip to Orange Bay, situated in a sheltered natural bay on Big Giftun Island.
The tour features two 60-minute guided snorkeling sessions along the outer reef edges and two hours ashore on Orange Bay's sandy beach, famous for its wooden overwater walkways and shallow turquoise lagoon.
Includes freshly prepared lunch, soft drinks, mineral water, complete snorkeling gear, and hotel pickup/drop-off within Hurghada. (Tips not included. Private trips on WhatsApp). Photo credit: CC BY-SA 4.0 Mahmoudxx1 via Wikimedia Commons.
Included
- Two 60-minute guided snorkeling stops at coral reefs
- 2 hours stay on the island beach
- Buffet lunch served on board or island
- Soft drinks and mineral water
- Snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, life jacket)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (inside Hurghada city)
Not included
- Tips and gratuities for the boat crew
- Personal beach spending and optional photo packages
Meeting and pickup
Departure from Hurghada marina at 08:00 AM. Return to marina at 04:00 PM.
Hotel pickup inside Hurghada is included. For hotels located outside Hurghada (Sahl Hasheesh or Makadi Bay), an additional transfer fee of $4 (or €4) per person applies.
Who it is for
Suitable for all ages. Swimmers and non-swimmers welcome (life jackets provided). Please bring sunscreen, swimwear, and towels.
Cancellation
Free cancellation if you cancel at least 48 hours before the start time. If you cancel between 24 and 48 hours before, we refund 50% of what you paid. There is no refund within 24 hours, or if you do not show up. If we cancel because of extreme weather, you receive a full refund.
The remaining balance is paid to your guide on the day of the ride, in cash (euro preferred) or by card if the guide has a card reader.
Day by day
What is the schedule of the day?
- 08:00 AM: Hotel pickup and marina departure.
- 09:30 AM: First 60-minute guided snorkeling stop at coral reefs.
- 11:00 AM: Second 60-minute snorkeling stop.
- 12:30 PM: 2-hour stay on the island beach.
- 02:30 PM: Fresh buffet lunch on board.
- 04:00 PM: Return to Hurghada marina and hotel transfer.
Is private boat booking available?
- Yes, private charters to this island can be arranged directly via WhatsApp with tailored timing and private boat service.
