Red Sea Travel Guide
Best Red Sea Snorkeling Spots
The best Red Sea snorkeling spots across Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, and Marsa Alam: islands, reefs, and bays, with tips on how to reach each one.
The Egyptian Red Sea has so many great reefs that the hardest part is choosing. This shortlist gathers the best snorkeling spots across the three main coasts, so you can match them to your resort base. Reviewed June 2026.
What makes a great snorkeling spot?
The best spots combine healthy coral, abundant fish, calm and clear water, and easy access by boat or from shore. Most of the Red Sea's finest reefs sit just offshore from the main resorts. For the full overview, see the Red Sea snorkeling & diving guide.
Best snorkeling spots near Hurghada
Hurghada is the easiest base for first-timers:
- Giftun Island & Orange Bay — turquoise shallows and reef stops. See the Orange Bay & Giftun Island guide.
- Mahmya & the Giftun reserve reefs — protected coral and fish life.
More detail is in the snorkeling in Hurghada. Book the Hurghada Orange Bay Island Escape.
Best snorkeling spots near Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm has some of the most dramatic reefs in Egypt:
- Ras Mohammed National Park — steep walls and rich fish life. See the .
