Spend a day and night snorkeling the famous Blue Hole and the remote Ras Abu Gallum reserve. Expect deep drop-offs, vibrant reefs, a short boat ride and simple overnight beach camping under the Sinai sky.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The day begins with a dusty jeep ride out of Dahab as the Gulf of Aqaba spreads silver to the east and the desert unfurls behind you. At the Blue Hole, the sea pulls into a perfectly round, impossibly deep well; the water dares you to look down, then rewards you for looking in with bands of coral and darting reef fish. By afternoon a short boat run slides you along the shoreline to Ras Abu Gallum, where an isolated beach camp and nighttime sky feel deliberately far from the town’s lights.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
18 hours (overnight)
Fitness Level
Suitable for people comfortable with continuous swimming/snorkeling and short walks on sand or rock; basic stamina needed for full-day activity.
Wildlife
History
The gulf’s coast has long been used by local Bedouin communities; fishing and guiding have shaped a small coastal culture centered on the sea.
Conservation
Ras Abu Gallum is a protected reserve — visitors should avoid touching coral, take all trash back to town, and use reef-safe products to reduce impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Ras Abu Gallum and Blue Hole Overnight Snorkeling trip From Dahab today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your own fins
Masks are provided but fins make snorkeling easier and less tiring in current-prone areas.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
The corals are alive and sensitive — choose biodegradable, zinc-based sunscreen to reduce impact.
Stay within your comfort zone
Blue Hole has steep drop-offs and currents; snorkel in buddy pairs and avoid deep sections if you are not a strong swimmer.
Pack a headlamp and warm layer
Evenings at the camp cool quickly; a small light and an extra layer improve comfort overnight.
Fins
Help you maneuver efficiently over reef and conserve energy during long snorkel sessions.
Rashguard or short wetsuit
Protects against sun and chill in spring and early fall; provides abrasion protection over reefs.
spring
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin from strong sun while minimizing harm to corals.
summer
Waterproof dry bag
Keeps spare clothes, electronics and documents dry during boat transfers and overnight stay.