Diving Trip from Marsa Alam

Overview

Enjoy an amazing diving trip to Port Ghalib from Marsa Alam. This trip includes two dives: one dive in the famous Marsa Mubarak and one dive in Marsa Shouna with a professional diving instructor.

This is a fantastic chance to see the green sea turtles and the resident dugong, nicknamed "Dennis", in their natural habitat. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, our team ensures a safe and memorable underwater adventure.

Tour Plan (1 Day)

08:00 AM

Hotel Pickup

A representative will pick you up from your hotel in El Quseir, Port Ghalib, or Marsa Alam and drive you to Port Ghalib.

Approximate Driving Times:
• From Marsa Alam Airport: 16 mins (8 km)
• From El Quseir: 57 mins (77 km)
• From Marsa Alam City: 55 mins (67 km)

09:00 AM

Arrival to Port Ghalib

Arrival at Port Ghalib marina to board your boat. After preparing your equipment, we begin sailing towards Marsa Mubarak.

10:00 AM

First Dive at Marsa Mubarak

Experience one of the most impressive dive sites. Marsa Mubarak features a sandy beach leading to a gently sloping bottom with a reef wall on one side. The highlight is the seagrass area, home to green sea turtles and the resident dugong, "Dennis".

12:00 PM

Lunch Time

Enjoy a freshly prepared Egyptian lunch served on board the boat.

01:30 PM

Second Dive at Marsa Shouna

We move to our second stop at Marsa Shouna. Enjoy your second dive with your professional diving instructor exploring the vibrant marine life.

03:00 PM

Return to Harbor & Transfer

Sail back to Port Ghalib Harbor, followed by a comfortable transfer back to your hotel.

Location

Port Ghalib, Marsa Mubarak & Marsa Shouna

This trip departs from the modern marina of Port Ghalib. The diving takes place in two of the region's most famous protected bays:

Marsa Mubarak: Famous for its seagrass beds which attract large green sea turtles and the rare Dugong (sea cow). It also features excellent coral reefs on the flanks of the bay.

Marsa Shouna: Known for its clear waters and abundance of marine life, offering a relaxed and beautiful diving experience suitable for all levels.

5.0
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Excellent

Based on 95 reviews
Anna Petrov Moscow, Russia Aug 2025
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We saw Dennis!
Visited August 2025

The dive at Marsa Mubarak was incredible. Seeing the dugong was a dream come true. The instructor was very professional and the boat was comfortable.

Tom Schmidt Hamburg, Germany Sept 2025
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Great Diving Experience!
Visited September 2025

Two beautiful dives. Marsa Shouna had amazing corals. The lunch on the boat was delicious. Highly recommend this trip for anyone staying in Marsa Alam.

Maria Garcia Madrid, Spain July 2025
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Relaxing and Professional
Visited July 2025

Everything was perfectly organized from pickup to drop-off. The dive guides were very attentive. A perfect day on the Red Sea.

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (A/C vehicle)
  • English-speaking tour representative
  • Boat trip with 2 diving stops
  • Professional diving instructor
  • Diving equipment
  • Lunch aboard the cruise boat
  • All service charges

What's Not Included

  • Any extras not mentioned
  • Tipping (Gratuities)

Important Notes

  • Please remember to bring a copy of your passports.
  • Pickup time depends on your hotel location.
  • Wildlife sightings (dugong/turtles) are wild animals and sightings cannot be 100% guaranteed.