Full day
Sataya Dolphin Reef Snorkeling Trip (Dolphin House)
A full-day boat trip to Sataya Reef to snorkel pristine coral and share the water with wild spinner dolphins.
From€65€70/ adult
Marsa Alam Excursions & Day Trips
From desert dunes to dolphin reefs and the temples of ancient Egypt, Marsa Alam’s excursions pack an astonishing range into one destination. Whether you have a single free day or a full week to fill, this is your starting point.
Every excursion below includes hotel pickup and can be booked in minutes by WhatsApp or online. For ideas on how to fill your week, see the best things to do in Marsa Alam.
Top picks
Recommended tours
Half day
Marsa Alam Desert Safari with Quad, Camel & Bedouin Dinner
Quad biking, camel riding, a Bedouin village and a starlit dinner — the complete Eastern Desert evening from Marsa Alam.
From€35€45/ adult
Half day
Abu Dabbab Snorkeling: Swim with Sea Turtles
A relaxed half-day at Abu Dabbab Bay to snorkel with green sea turtles in calm, shallow water — perfect for beginners.
From€45/ adult
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Full day
Luxor Day Trip from Marsa Alam: Valley of the Kings
A full-day journey to Luxor — the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Hatshepsut — with an expert Egyptologist guide.
From€65€85/ adult
Full day
Marsa Alam Diving Trip: Two Guided Reef Dives
Two guided boat dives on Marsa Alam’s spectacular reefs, with PADI pros, small groups and full equipment.
From€75€95/ adult
Full day
Hamata Islands Boat Trip (Qulaan Mangroves)
A full-day cruise through the protected Hamata archipelago — mangrove lagoons, white sandbars and untouched reefs.
From€65/ adult
Sea excursions
Marsa Alam’s reefs are the reason many people come. Snorkel with wild dolphins at Sataya, meet green turtles at Abu Dabbab, cruise the protected Hamata Islands, or dive the reefs with PADI guides. Snorkeling or diving equipment is included on all of them. Lunch is served on the full-day boat trips and the diving trip; the half-day Abu Dabbab trip has a beach café instead.
Desert excursions
Trade the beach for the silence of the Eastern Desert. Quad bikes, buggies, camel rides, 4x4 safaris and Bedouin dinners under the stars offer a completely different side of Marsa Alam — and some of the best sunsets you’ll ever see. Compare them on our best Marsa Alam safari page.
Cultural day trips
More trips on request
Some popular trips don’t have a fixed price yet, but you can still ask us about them: the Samadai Reef (Dolphin House) trip close to Marsa Alam, the Elphinstone Reef dive trip for experienced divers, and a beach day at Sharm El Luli in Wadi El Gemal National Park.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The most popular are the Sataya dolphin snorkeling trip, the desert safari with dinner, turtle snorkeling at Abu Dabbab, and the day trip to Luxor. Together they showcase the sea, desert and history of the region.
Yes. Choose your date on any tour page and send your booking request, or message us on WhatsApp. We confirm availability and your pickup time.
Yes, all our Marsa Alam excursions include hotel pickup and drop-off, with times confirmed the day before. Each tour page lists its pickup areas.
Popular trips like Sataya and Luxor can fill up, especially in high season, so we recommend booking a few days ahead. Last-minute spots are sometimes available — just message us.
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