Spend a day on Mahmya Beach at Giftun Island National Park: clear, buoyed snorkeling over coral heads, a white sand beach, lunch and boat transfers from Hurghada. Perfect for families and first‑time snorkelers seeking protected reef encounters.
Spend a day on Mahmya Beach at Giftun Island National Park: clear, buoyed snorkeling over coral heads, a white sand beach, lunch and boat transfers from Hurghada. Perfect for families and first‑time snorkelers seeking protected reef encounters.
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Operated by This is Egypt Tours · Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate
A light morning breeze pushes the boat from Hurghada out over glassy water, and the shoreline of Mahmya appears as a strip of white sand framed by turquoise that dares you closer. After an hour’s sail through the Red Sea, the yacht drops anchor at buoys and smaller tenders shuttle guests onto the beach of Giftun’s southern bay, where coral heads rise like small underwater gardens.
easy.
8 hours.
Suitable for most people with basic swimming ability; comfortable in water and able to hop between boat and tender.
Yes — the tour includes pickup and return to Hurghada resorts in air‑conditioned vehicles; confirm your pickup point when booking.
Basic masks, snorkels, fins and flotation vests are typically provided by the operator, though some travelers prefer their own fit-tested gear.
Yes — the island offers family amenities (aqua trampoline, kid‑friendly areas) and infant seats are available; life vests are provided for children.
Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; no refund within 24 hours of the trip.
Mahmya sits within Giftun Island National Park, an area protected for reef conservation and sustainable tourism since modern park designations in the late 20th century.
Boats moor to buoys and use tenders to limit anchor damage; visitors are asked to avoid touching coral and to use reef‑safe products.
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