Dahab Blue Hole Excursion | Snorkeling & Dahab Day Trip

Dahab Blue Hole Excursion Itinerary

07:30 AM – Hotel Pickup in Sharm El Sheikh

Your day begins with pickup from your hotel.

Travel north through the Sinai Peninsula toward Dahab in an air-conditioned vehicle.

The exact pickup time may vary depending on:

Hotel location

Group size

Road conditions

Season

Tour schedule

09:00 AM – Arrival in the Dahab Area

Reach the Dahab region after approximately 90 minutes of driving.

Enjoy views of:

Sinai mountains

Desert valleys

Gulf of Aqaba

Red Sea coastline

09:15 AM – Continue Toward the Blue Hole

Drive north of Dahab toward the famous Blue Hole.

The site is one of Egypt’s best-known snorkeling and diving locations.

09:45 AM – Arrival and Safety Briefing

Arrive at the Blue Hole coastal area.

Before entering the water, your guide explains:

Recommended entry point

Snorkeling route

Sea conditions

Reef protection rules

Safety procedures

Less confident swimmers should use a life jacket when available and stay close to the guide.

10:00 AM – Blue Hole Snorkeling

Begin your snorkeling session.

The excursion focuses on recreational snorkeling around accessible reef sections and shallower coral areas.

You may see:

Butterflyfish

Angelfish

Parrotfish

Surgeonfish

Sergeant majors

Other reef fish

Hard corals

Soft corals

Marine life is wild, so sightings of particular species cannot be guaranteed.

10:45 AM – Continue Along the Reef

Continue snorkeling with your guide.

The Blue Hole is especially striking because of the contrast between:

Shallow coral shelves

Deep blue water

Steep reef drop-offs

Desert mountains behind the coastline

Guests should remain in recreational snorkeling areas and avoid deep freediving or technical diving routes.

11:30 AM – Relax by the Sea

Return to shore and enjoy some free time.

Depending on the location and supplier, facilities may include:

Seating areas

Tea or coffee

Toilets

Changing areas

Equipment rental

Facilities vary according to package.

12:00 PM – Optional Additional Snorkeling

If sea conditions and timing allow, enjoy another snorkeling period.

Some operators provide one longer session while others divide the water time.

The safest product wording is:

“One or more snorkeling sessions depending on sea conditions and tour schedule.”

01:00 PM – Lunch

Enjoy lunch at a coastal restaurant or Bedouin-style camp.

A typical meal may include:

Grilled chicken

Rice

Salad

Bread

Local side dishes

Drinks may be charged separately unless included.

02:00 PM – Free Time by the Red Sea

Relax after lunch.

You can:

Sit by the sea

Take photos

Walk along the coast

Enjoy tea or coffee

02:30 PM – Depart for Dahab Town

Leave the Blue Hole and continue toward central Dahab.

03:00 PM – Dahab Day Trip Experience

Enjoy free time in Dahab.

The town is known for its relaxed seaside atmosphere and waterfront promenade.

You can:

Walk along the seafront

Browse local shops

Buy souvenirs

Visit a café

Take photos

Enjoy the coastal atmosphere

04:00 PM – Depart Dahab

Meet your driver and begin the journey back to Sharm El Sheikh.

05:30–06:00 PM – Hotel Drop-Off

Return to your hotel.

The full excursion generally takes around 8–10 hours, depending on hotel location and the daily program.

Tour Highlights

Full-day Dahab Blue Hole excursion

Hotel pickup from Sharm El Sheikh

Blue Hole snorkeling

Coral reef viewing

Tropical Red Sea fish

Guided snorkeling

Lunch by the coast

Dahab city visit

Dahab promenade

Shopping and free time

Scenic Sinai drive

Return hotel transfer