Skip the ferry lines and take a private speedboat from Hurghada straight to Giftun’s clear bays. This short, three-hour transfer pairs high-speed ocean time with reef snorkeling and beach stops at islands like Mahmya and Orange Bay.
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Salt wind and the engine's thrum pull you off Hurghada's shoreline as low hotel blocks fall away and the marina narrows to a speck. A private speedboat lifts on the Red Sea; spray cools your neck and the turquoise arc of the Giftun Islands grows nearer. In minutes the world shrinks to reef, sandbar, and sky — snorkelers drift like slow moths over coral gardens while dolphins sometimes cut across the bow.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be able to step on/off a small boat and swim short distances.
Wildlife
History
Giftun’s islands are coral formations created by reef growth in the Red Sea; they were used historically by local fishermen and are now popular day-trip sites from Hurghada.
Conservation
Coral reefs here are fragile; avoid anchoring on reefs, use reef-safe sunscreen and follow crew guidance to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Private Transfer by a Speedboat to Giftun Islands - Hurghada today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive early for calm seas
Book a morning departure—winds and chop are usually lower and visibility on the reefs is better.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect both skin and coral by choosing products without oxybenzone or octinoxate.
Secure electronics
Use waterproof pouches or zip bags; spray and splash are common on open speedboats.
Prep for motion sickness
Take anti-nausea medication or sit mid-boat if you’re prone to seasickness; high-speed stretches can be bumpy.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Blocks UV exposure while minimizing harm to coral reefs at snorkeling stops.
summer
Snorkel mask
A well-fitting mask improves comfort and lets you get the most from reef time.
Water shoes
Protect feet on shelly beaches and rocky entry points.
summer
Light wind jacket
Keeps you warm on the return run when spray and breeze pick up.
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