Abu Dabbab Dugong from Marsa Alam

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Swim with Sea Turtles & Dugongs: A Day in Abu Dabbab from Marsa Alam 🐢

Imagine starting your morning with a short, scenic drive along the Egyptian coastline, stepping onto a sandy bay and slipping into warm, shallow water… only to find yourself side by side with soft-shell sea creatures that feel gentler than any dolphin. That’s Abu Dabbab — one of the few places on Earth where endangered dugongs (sea cows) and green sea turtles occasionally glide past you as they graze on seagrass.

This isn’t just another snorkeling trip. It’s a rare, natural encounter tucked away on Egypt’s Red Sea coast — exclusive and unforgettable.

🚗 A Cozy Start: Hotel Pickup to Cruiser-Ready Bay

• Pickup: Around 7:00 AM, your friendly guide meets you at your Marsa Alam or Port Ghalib hotel.

• Drive: A chilled 30-minute ride delivers you to the sheltered Abu Dabbab Bay.
  Palm-fringed shoreline, white sand, and a quiet hush over the water — it instantly signals you’ve escaped the rush.

🌊 Arrival at Abu Dabbab: Serene, Sea-Laced Calm

By 9:00 AM, you’re setting foot on the beach. The bay curves gently; seagrass beds wave beneath crystal-clear water. Colorful fish zip past coral patches. Locals whisper that a dugong often glides nearby—and if you’re lucky, today might be that day.

You gather your snorkeling mask and fins, breathe in the fresh sea air, and let the peaceful magic of the bay settle around you.

🐠 First Snorkel — Half Dive Into a Marine Tale

At 9:30 AM, you ease into the water. You’re not deep; it’s a gentle 1.5-hour snorkel that feels like you’re walking through a living aquarium. Turtles may drift below you, grazing. Tiny fish swirl in coral shadows. And there — in the distance — a dark shape glides by. Many catch a glimpse of a shy dugong; others enjoy turtles floating like slow-motion ballet dancers.

It’s not showy; it’s soft, natural, quiet wonder.

🏖️ Beach Break — Dive into Relaxation

By 11:00 AM, the guide invites you back to shore. Now it’s time to lounge on soft sunbeds, placed by friendly palms. A shady umbrella invites you to sip water, chat, or simply watch the gentle waves.
Lunch isn’t included—but feeling the sand between your toes while sipping tea or snacking on local bites? That’s part of the rhythm of this place.

⏳ Leisure Time & Optional Extras

Your free beach time stretches until 1:30 PM. Chill, walk, explore the shoreline.

Then it’s time for the drive back, or—if you’re feeling adventurous—sign up on the spot for:

• Speedboat outing to spot dugongs (additional ~$40)

• Local beach dive with full gear (~$40)

✅ What’s Included (and What to Bring)

Included:

• Hotel pickup/drop-off

• A/C transportation

• Snorkeling guide

• Mask and fins

• Entrance fee (~$15)

Not Included:

• Lunch (feel free to bring your own)

• Tips

• Optional boat outing or dive

To bring: Swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses.

🧭 Who This Trip Is Perfect For

• Anyone craving a serene snorkeling spot away from crowds

• Wildlife lovers who want more than just fish sightings

• Families seeking gentle, safe water exploration

• Travelers after a quiet, authentic marine encounter in Egypt

✨ Why Abu Dabbab Feels Different

• Shallow, warm, sheltered water — perfect for relaxed snorkeling

• Seagrass-fed ecosystem, attracting shy marine life

• Minimal crowds, maximum wildlife opportunity

• It’s small. It’s personal. It’s unhurried. And often, it’s just you and nature in raw harmony.

Final Thoughts

Swim with sea turtles. Watch for occasional dugongs grazing below. And spend hours feeling part of an untouched natural rhythm. That’s Abu Dabbab: a half-day escape into quiet wonder.

If you’re in Marsa Alam and want to experience Red Sea snorkeling the way marine life meant it to be — slow, soft, and unforgettable — this trip does exactly that