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Snorkeling at Mahmya Island

Snorkeling at Mahmya Island

About Snorkeling at Mahmya Island

Spend a day in paradise at Mahmya Island on Giftun Island. Enjoy pristine white sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise water, amazing coral reef snorkeling, and beach amenities.

Spend the day enjoying Mahmya beach on Giftun Island. Enjoy the beautiful beach and snorkeling on beautiful reefs on an island an hour from the mainland. A free Wi-Fi available in the Lounge Area on Mahmya Island with Aqua Trampoline for Kids. Mahmya Beach is on the southern shores of the Giftun Island National Park off the coast of Hurghada. Mahmya in Arabic means "Protected Area". To protect the coral reef and its marine inhabitants, the boats moor at buoys off the pristine bay, and you will be taken to the shore by smaller boats. Once you have landed on the island, are you free to snorkel on the impressive coral heads scattered in the clear lagoon, have a walk along the sandy beach, take on other guests at beach volleyball, or just relax on the pure white beach. A free Wi-Fi available in the Lounge Area on Mahmya Island with Aqua Trampoline for Kids. Enjoy lunch at the restaurant, with seafood and Italian specialties, and later in the day you can enjoy drinks at the bar. Finally you will sail back from Mahmya Island to the marina where you will be met and assisted then transferred to your hotel in Hurghada for free time at leisure and peaceful overnight stay.

Day Trip Details

Duration:8 Hours
Primary City:Hurghada
Group Size:1–40 Pax
Languages:English · German · French

Availability & Departure Times

Operating Days: monday · tuesday · wednesday · thursday · friday · saturday · sunday

08:00
Timezone: Africa/Cairo

Tour Highlights

  • Boat cruise to Mahmya Island in the Giftun Island National Park Boat cruise to Mahmya Island in the Giftun Island National Park
  • Snorkel around impressive coral heads scattered in the clear turquoise lagoon Snorkel around impressive coral heads scattered in the clear turquoise lagoon
  • Relax on pristine white sandy beaches and swim in crystal clear waters Relax on pristine white sandy beaches and swim in crystal clear waters
  • Access free Wi-Fi in the Lounge Area and enjoy the Aqua Trampoline for kids Access free Wi-Fi in the Lounge Area and enjoy the Aqua Trampoline for kids
  • Play beach volleyball or take a leisurely walk along the shoreline Play beach volleyball or take a leisurely walk along the shoreline
  • Savor a delicious restaurant lunch featuring seafood and Italian specialties Savor a delicious restaurant lunch featuring seafood and Italian specialties
  • Hassle-free roundtrip hotel transfers and cruise yacht tickets included Hassle-free roundtrip hotel transfers and cruise yacht tickets included

Places You'll Visit

Snorkeling at Mahmya Island Activity Timeline

"Representative picks you up from your resort in Hurghada and transfers you to the marina to board the Mahmya boat."
"Sail for about one hour to Mahmya Island, enjoy snorkeling on the coral reefs, relax on the white sandy beach, play beach volleyball, and enjoy lunch at the island restaurant."
"Sail back from Mahmya Island to the marina, where you will be met and transferred safely back to your hotel in Hurghada."

What's Included

Included in Your Journey

  • Pick up service & return to your hotel
  • All transfers from and to your hotel
  • Cruise yacht ticket and fees
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Lunch served at the Island Restaurant
  • Snorkeling guide assistance
  • Service charges and taxes included in the price
  • Bottled water and soft drink

Not Included

  • Extra of Personal nature.
  • Tipping.

What to Bring

  • Swimwear and beach towel
  • Sunglasses and sun hat
  • Sun protection (sunscreen)
  • Personal cash and camera

Pricing & Packages

Choose the pricing option that suits your trip. Prices use USD.

Solo Traveler

1 Pax
$195
per person

Couple's Journey

2 Pax
$135
per person

Small Group

3–8 Pax
$125
per person

Large Group

8–4 Pax
$115
per person

Pricing Information

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Important Information

Children Policy

0 - 5.99 years: Free of charge 6 - 11.99 years: Pay 50% of tour price 12+ years: Pay full tour price as per adult person

Pickup & Drop-off Policy

Pick-up and drop-off are included from your hotel in Hurghada. Please be ready at your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to scheduled time.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour starts. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the trip are non-refundable.

Terms & Conditions

Visitors must respect the environmental guidelines of the Giftun Island National Park to protect the coral reefs and marine life.

Frequently Asked Questions

The boat ride from the marina to Mahmya Island takes approximately one hour each way.
Yes, snorkeling masks, fins, and equipment are fully included in the tour package.
Yes, a delicious lunch featuring seafood and Italian specialties is served at the island's restaurant, along with bottled water and soft drinks.

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