# Hurghada - Page: https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/destinations/hurghada - Last updated: 2026-10-14 - Bookable trips: 27 Egypt's original Red Sea resort town — coral reefs, boat trips, and easy desert safaris. Hurghada is where the desert meets some of the most accessible reef diving and snorkeling on the Red Sea. Warm water year-round, a lively marina, and quick boat access to Orange Bay and Giftun Island. ## Things to do - Snorkel Giftun Island's coral reefs - Take a Bedouin desert safari by quad bike - Stroll El Dahar's old market - Try a submarine or glass-bottom boat tour ## Best time to visit Year-round — even winter stays warm enough to swim, making Hurghada a solid off-season option. ## Travel tips - Reef-safe sunscreen only on boat trips - Book boat trips a day ahead in high season ## Trips in Hurghada - [Hurghada Horseback Riding on the Beach](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-beach-horseback-riding) — 1 Hour, from USD 37.22 per adult - [Hurghada Desert Safari & Bedouin Dinner](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-desert-safari-bedouin-dinner) — 5 Hours, from USD 28.35 per adult - [Swim with Dolphins & Scuba Dive: Red Sea Combo Boat Trip](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-dolphin-scuba-dive-combo-boat) — 7 Hours, from USD 39.83 per adult - [Dolphin Watching Yacht & Island Tour](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-dolphin-watching-private-yacht-island-tour) — 7 Hours, from USD 700 per group of 1–8 people - [Hurghada El Gouna Day Trip](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-el-gouna-day-trip) — Full Day, from USD 50.27 per adult - [Hurghada Giftun Island Snorkeling & BBQ](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-giftun-island-snorkeling-bbq) — Full Day, from USD 26.88 per adult - [Hurghada Glass-Bottom Boat & Dolphin Watching](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-glass-bottom-boat-dolphin-watching) — 3 Hours, from USD 37.50 per adult - [Hurghada Hammam & Full Spa Program](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-hammam-spa-program) — Half Day, from USD 30 per adult - [4-Day Multi-Day: Luxor, Safari, Orange Bay & Cairo](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-luxor-safari-orange-bay-cairo-4-day) — 4 Days / 3 Nights, from USD 236.25 per adult - [Mega-Yacht Cruise to Magawish Island: Semi-Submarine & Snorkeling](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-magawish-yacht-semi-submarine-snorkeling) — 7 Hours, from USD 37.13 per adult - [Makadi Water World Day Pass with Lunch & Drinks](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-makadi-water-world-day-pass) — Full Day, from USD 66.25 per adult - [Hurghada: Orange Bay Snorkeling Boat Trip](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-orange-bay-snorkeling-boat-trip) — Full Day, from USD 33.51 per adult - [Hurghada Parasailing & Water Sports](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-parasailing-water-sports) — 3 Hours, from USD 62.50 per adult - [Buggy Adventure Along the Sea & Mountains](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-private-buggy-sea-mountains-adventure) — 2 Hours, from USD 61.44 per adult - [Cairo Day Trip: Giza Pyramids & Egyptian Museum](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-private-cairo-giza-museum-day-trip) — 1 Day, from USD 107.50 per adult - [Hurghada City Tour & National Museum](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-private-city-tour-national-museum) — 3 Hours, from USD 33.75 per adult - [City Tour & Turkish Hammam Combo](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-private-city-tour-turkish-hammam) — 5 Hours, from USD 47.50 per adult - [2-Day Tour: Luxor & Abu Simbel](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-private-luxor-abu-simbel-2-day-tour) — 2 Days / 1 Night, from USD 537.50 per adult - [Orange Island Private Speedboat with Drinks](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-private-orange-island-speedboat-full-day) — 5 Hours, from USD 237.50 per group of 1–8 people - [Quad Bike Safari: Red Sea Cliffs & Desert Dunes](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-private-quad-bike-red-sea-cliffs-safari) — 3 Hours, from USD 36.25 per adult - [Hurghada Scuba Diving Discovery Course](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-scuba-diving-discovery-course) — Half Day, from USD 67.02 per adult - [Hurghada Sea World Submarine Tour](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-sea-world-submarine-tour) — 2 Hours, from USD 56.25 per adult - [Semi-Submarine & Hurghada City Tour Combo](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-semi-submarine-city-tour-combo) — 6 Hours, from USD 36.45 per adult - [Sharm El Naga Full-Day Snorkeling Tour](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-sharm-el-naga-snorkeling-day-tour) — Full Day, from USD 53.33 per adult - [Stargazing Safari: ATV, Camel, Horse Ride, Dinner & Show](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-stargazing-atv-camel-horse-dinner-show) — 5 Hours, from USD 48.60 per adult - [Hurghada to Cairo by Air: Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-to-cairo-by-air-pyramids-gem-day-trip) — 1 Day, from USD 331.25 per adult - [Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip](https://www.sunnyegypttravels.com/en/trips/hurghada-to-luxor-day-trip) — 1 Day, from USD 122.50 per adult ## Frequently asked questions **What's the best snorkeling trip in Hurghada?** Hurghada: Orange Bay Snorkeling Boat Trip is the classic full-day option with two reef stops and lunch onboard. **Can I swim with dolphins in Hurghada?** Yes — see the Swim with Dolphins & Scuba Dive combo boat trip or the Dolphin Watching Yacht & Island Tour, depending on whether you also want to dive. **Is there a submarine tour in Hurghada?** Yes, the Hurghada Sea World Submarine Tour lets you see the reef without getting in the water. **What's the best day trip to Cairo from Hurghada?** Hurghada to Cairo by Air: Pyramids & Grand Egyptian Museum covers the flight, pyramids and museum in one long day. **Can I do a desert safari from Hurghada?** Yes, the Hurghada Desert Safari & Bedouin Dinner and the Quad Bike Safari: Red Sea Cliffs & Desert Dunes both cover the desert side of the destination. **Is there a multi-day trip from Hurghada covering Luxor too?** Yes, the 4-Day Multi-Day: Luxor, Safari, Orange Bay & Cairo bundles several regions into one trip. **What's a good beginner-friendly diving option in Hurghada?** The Hurghada Scuba Diving Discovery Course is built for first-time divers with no certification required. **Can I visit El Gouna from Hurghada?** Yes, the Hurghada El Gouna Day Trip covers the resort town separately. **Is there a water park option in Hurghada?** Yes, Makadi Water World Day Pass with Lunch & Drinks covers a full day at the water park. **What's the best day trip to Luxor from Hurghada?** Hurghada to Luxor Day Trip covers Luxor's highlights in a single long day from the coast. **Can I combine Abu Simbel and Luxor from Hurghada?** Yes, the 2-Day Tour: Luxor & Abu Simbel bundles both into an overnight trip. **Is Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh better for my trip?** See Sharm El Sheikh vs Hurghada vs Dahab for a direct comparison of what each town actually suits. **What's a relaxed non-diving option in Hurghada?** The Hurghada Hammam & Full Spa Program is a fully non-water-activity option for a rest day.