🌊 Discover the wonders of **Abu Dabbab Bay**, a protected Red Sea gem often called “Turtles Bay,” on this fantastic day trip from Marsa Alam. Famous for its resident **dugongs (sea cows)** and abundant **green sea turtles**, this location offers incredible opportunities for close encounters with unique marine life in their natural habitat.
✨ Whether you’re a seasoned diver, keen snorkeler, or simply want to relax on a beautiful, well-organized beach, Abu Dabbab has something for everyone. Spot colorful fish, friendly guitar sharks, and maybe even meet Dennis or Dougal, the local dugongs!
Full Day Trip
Turtles & Dugongs
Snorkeling & Diving
Beach Access
Hotel Transfers
Language Assistance
While a dedicated guide isn’t always standard for beach trips, assistance is typically available in:
🇩🇪 German
🇪🇸 Spanish
On-site staff can usually assist in these languages. Inquire if specific guide services are needed.
Experience Highlights 🌟
- 🐢 Swim with Turtles: Encounter gorgeous green sea turtles nesting in shallow waters.
- Spot Dugongs: Chance to see the rare “Sea Cows” (Dennis & Dougal!).
- Snorkel or Dive: Explore beautiful reefs suitable for all levels (diving likely optional extra).
- Friendly Guitar Sharks: Observe these harmless and interesting creatures.
- 🏖️ Relaxing Beach Day: Enjoy the clean, well-organized sandy beach.
- Convenient Transfers: Includes pickup and drop-off from Marsa Alam hotels.
A perfect day for marine life lovers and beach enthusiasts alike!
Your Day Trip Itinerary 🕒
Morning Pickup & Arrival
- Morning: Pickup from your Marsa Alam accommodation.
- Transfer: Travel to Abu Dabbab Beach.
Beach Time, Snorkeling & Exploration
- Enjoy the Bay: Settle in on the well-organized beach.
- Snorkel/Dive: Enter the water from the beach to explore the reefs and seagrass areas.
- Look for Wildlife: Keep an eye out for turtles, dugongs, guitar sharks, and colorful fish.
- Relax: Spend the day swimming, sunbathing, or exploring at your leisure.
Afternoon Departure
- Late Afternoon: Depart from Abu Dabbab Beach.
- Return Transfer: Travel back to your Marsa Alam accommodation.
Enjoy a flexible day at one of Marsa Alam’s top spots!
Likely Included ✅
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Marsa Alam)
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fee to Abu Dabbab Beach
- Snorkeling Equipment (usually included, confirm when booking)
- Assistance from local staff/guide (language varies)
Likely Not Included ❌
- Lunch (unless specified by operator)
- Drinks (unless specified by operator)
- Scuba Diving (usually an optional extra cost)
- Gratuities (tipping) for drivers/staff (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance (recommended)
🏖️ Detailed Day Trip Description 🐢
Your relaxing day at Abu Dabbab begins with pickup from your accommodation in Marsa Alam 🚌. You’ll be transported to the beautiful **Abu Dabbab Beach**, renowned for its incredible marine life and pleasant atmosphere.
Abu Dabbab is famous as a primary habitat for the endangered **Dugong (Sea Cow)**, with two known individuals, affectionately named Dennis and Dougal, frequenting the bay . It’s also a crucial nesting site for gorgeous **Green Sea Turtles**, which can often be seen grazing on the seagrass beds in the shallow waters 🐢. Keep an eye out too for the harmless and fascinating **Guitar Sharks** that sometimes glide along the sandy bottom.
The bay boasts beautiful, colorful coral reefs accessible directly from the beach, making it ideal for **snorkeling** . Spend your day exploring this underwater world, hypnotized by the diverse fish life. For certified divers, Abu Dabbab also offers excellent **diving** opportunities (usually arranged as an optional extra).
If you prefer to stay dry, simply relax and enjoy the sun on the **well-organized and clean sandy beach** 🏖️. At the end of your enjoyable day experiencing the natural wonders of Abu Dabbab, you will be transferred back to your accommodation in Marsa Alam.
Booking & Key Details
How to Book: Standard booking procedures apply. Provide hotel details, date, and number of participants.
Child Policy: Standard policy likely applies (confirm upon booking).
Inclusions Note: Please confirm specific inclusions like lunch, drinks, and equipment rental with the tour operator when booking, as they are not detailed in the source text.
Recommended Packing List
- Swimwear & Cover-up
- Towel
- Sunglasses
- Sun Hat
- High-SPF Reef-Safe Sunscreen
- Camera (waterproof recommended)
- Snorkel Gear (if preferred, though often available)
- Small cash (for potential lunch/drinks, tips, extras)
- Reusable Water Bottle
Enjoy an unforgettable day meeting the amazing marine life of Abu Dabbab! ✨
