Marsa Alam: A Paradise on the Red Sea
Marsa Alam is a coastal pearl in Egypt, renowned for its pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. Here is a detailed look at some of its main attractions:
1- Satayh Dolphin Reef Dolphin House
Satayh Dolphin Reef is a protected area off the southern coast of Egypt, about 120 km south of the city of Marsa Alam. This enchanting place has become famous for the presence of a large colony of dolphins, which find their natural habitat here.
The journey to reach Satayh Dolphin Reef starts from the port of Hamata, where you will depart by boat to enjoy this extraordinary experience in contact with the marine world. Once you arrive at the protected area, you will have the unique opportunity to snorkel and swim with 60-80 dolphins that inhabit this area.
Immersed in the crystal clear waters, you can admire the incredible show offered by these magnificent marine mammals, who will perform jumps, evolutions and games, giving you moments of pure magic. In addition to dolphins, this region is rich in extraordinary underwater biodiversity, with a varied presence of corals and numerous fish species that populate marine ecosystems.
Letting yourself be fascinated by this wonderful experience in contact with the wild and uncontaminated nature of the Satayh Dolphin Reef represents an unmissable opportunity for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the suggestive atmosphere of this underwater paradise, experiencing the unique emotion of swimming side by side with these beautiful and intelligent animals.
2- Samadi Reefs- Dolphin House
Boat trip to Shaab Samadi, the name “dolphin house reefs” was given because
the reef itself is shaped like a horseshoe, offering protection from the wind and the
sea and a perfect place for beaked dolphins to rest and play. A unique opportunity
to discover these beautiful resident marine mammals happy to swim
and play with visiting snorkelers and scuba divers for hours,
you may even get the chance to come face to face with dolphins as they
roam wild and free here, if you are patient and lucky enough to get the chance
to swim with these fascinating creatures, you will be rewarded with a magical
experience that will be worth the wait. You will then snorkel again in an area called Shaab Marsa Alam for a
while before returning to Marsa Alam port for transfer to your hotel in
Marsa Alam. A buffet lunch and drinks will be served on board the boat to
make this day special at Dolphin House. The trip starts from
Marsa Alam City
3- Marsa Moubark (National Park)
Take a boat trip to Marsa Mubarak, which is considered one of the
most beautiful snorkeling and diving sites in the Marsa Alam area. During this tour,
you will explore the protected bay of Marsa Mubarak, which
showcases some of the most beautiful coral reefs in the Red Sea and magnificent
underwater landscapes. The warm and crystal clear water of this site is home to a great
variety of flora and fauna. If you are lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of the
endangered Dugong sea cow, which occasionally visits this sheltered bay to
graze on the seaweed. The trip starts from Port Ghalib
4- Abu Dabab National Park
Beach snorkeling trip. Abo Dabab Bay is a beautiful snorkeling and diving site
in the Marsa Alam area. It has coral sides with many colorful fish
where you can snorkel. The bay has a sandy beach with seagrass with crystal clear and warm water and is home to a great variety of colorful fish, green turtles
and the endangered Dugong which occasionally visits the sheltered bay to feed
on seagrass. You can join an extra amazing trip (search for the dugong with
a speedboat from the beach). You have more luck to see the dugong. This trip
starts at 2:00 PM and lasts about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
5- Sharm El Lulli and Wadi El Qulaan
Sharm El Luli or as the locals call it Ras Hankorab. If you come to
Marsa Alam you must go there, white sand beach and blue water like a diamond.
Excellent place to snorkel and enjoy the sun, a quiet place where
you can enjoy the beauty of nature.
6- Wadi El Gemal (National Park)
Wadi El Gemal National Park “Valley of the Camels” is a national park, a large area of desert and coastal waters located 45 km south of
Marsa Alam. It is about 2 hours drive from Marsa Alam airport.
The park is the site of prehistoric rock art, as well as Ptolemaic and Roman ruins, and the mountain “Mons Smaragdus” is the site of small mining communities dating back to ancient Egypt. For those who are a little nervous, you might try first a short camel ride on the beach of your hotel.
The park is surprisingly rich in wildlife and vegetation and also historical sites that date back to before the Roman era.
The best way to discover this national park is to book a private trip in
Jeep 4×4. With our private trip from Marsa Alam, enjoy a snorkeling trip to
Sharm el Lulli, visit the mangrove beach of wadi el Qulaan and off-road
trip in Jeep 4×4 to discover Wadi el Gemal national park.
7- Desert safari by quad, jeep or camel
If you have had your fill of water activities and want to try some desert adventure, look no further than a desert safari. You can do the
safari by quad/ATV that you drive yourself (with a guide to lead you), or by jeep with an experienced driver, or even by camel if you want a slower and more traditional way to explore the desert.
Marsa Alam guides know the best desert destinations to take you to,
and be sure to ask about Wadi Hammamat a little north of Marsa
Alam, where you can find pharaonic graffiti (yes, you read that right) from
when Wadi Hammamat was right in the middle of an integral trade route between Arab and Egyptian traders, and part of the famous Silk Road with the Han Dynasty in China.
8- Explore and swim in Nayzak
Off the beaten track, on a stretch of deserted coast, lies one of
Marsa Alam’s hidden treasures: Nayzak. This small natural pool of water, shaped like an eye and
surrounded by rocks, was believed by locals to be the result of a meteorite that
hit the beach (hence the name: “nayzak” means “meteorite” in Arabic).
Although geologists have sadly debunked this beloved myth, Nayzak is still
one of the most beautiful places to swim in all of Marsa Alam. There is
nothing else to do there, but the natural wonder is worth it.
9- Two-Hour Horseback Ride in the Amazing Marsa Alam Desert with Transfer-Marsa Alam
The ancient culture of the horse is very much alive in Egypt and it is unlikely that
anywhere in the world can match its rich and vast mosaic of history.
Join this horseback riding tour with the finest breed horses and expert trainers. Horse trainers are also available to give you pre-ride lessons and assist you during the ride. Another must-do excursion activity in Hurghada, for horse lovers of all kinds! This is a family-friendly activity. 10- Hamata and Qulaan Islands Boat Tour with 3 Snorkeling Stops and Lunch Hamata Enjoy a pick-up service from your hotel in Marsa Alam to Hamata Marina. There, meet your snorkeling guide, board the boat and set a course for the Hamata Islands. Continue your tour as you cruise around the islands of Hamata National Park. Dive into the brilliant blue waters for an up-close experience of the coral reefs as playful rainbows of colorful tropical fish dart by. Paddle around the lagoons and wander through the habitat of dolphins, turtles and rays. Next, your captain will dock the boat for a shore excursion to one of the islands. Take a stroll along the white sand beach and spot a host of tropical birds flitting around their idyllic home island. After strolling the sandy beaches, rejoin your boat for a buffet lunch at sea.
Recharge your batteries and relax on the gentle waves.
After lunch, your captain will guide you to the last snorkeling site, where you can
explore the natural beauty of the underwater world once more.
El Qulan Mangrove Forest
Experience an incredible snorkeling trip to Hamata Island in Marsa Alam.
Enjoy visiting around 3 Virgin Islands where you will discover the pristine nature of Hamata National Park and see the colorful corals and fish around the islands that you can’t see anywhere else.
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