1 day
Pickup included
History & Culture
Family FriendlySpend a full day exploring Dahab’s Red Sea coast with a private guide, hotel transfers, snorkeling gear, marine-park fees, and lunch included. This Dahab Day Tour focuses on the Blue Hole reef and Eel Garden, with the option to add Colored Canyon if you want a desert contrast after the water. For more Red Sea ideas, see Ozes’ curated Dahab trips.
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Snorkel at the Blue Hole, one of Dahab’s best-known Red Sea reef sites
Visit Eel Garden for a second snorkeling experience when sea conditions are suitable
Lunch by the sea with soft drinks included
Optional Colored Canyon visit for travellers who want to add a desert landscape to the day
Marine-park fees, taxes, and service charges included
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Start and end pointMain activityOptional add-onGuide
Internal travel style
Hotel pickup and drop-off in DahabPrivate guide for the day
Boat trip with snorkeling gear, where included in the operating planLunch and soft drinks on board or by the seaMarine-park feesAll taxes and service chargesOptional activities marked in the program, including the Colored Canyon visit if not selectedEgypt entry visaTipping and gratuitiesPersonal expensesExtra drinks beyond the included soft drinksA curated journey through Egypt's most iconic ancient wonders — pace, stops, meals and insider tips designed by our local experts.
Day 17 stops30–60 minutesMeet your private guide at your Dahab hotel, check the day’s plan, and make sure you have swimwear, towel, sun protection, and any personal items you need. Pickup timing may vary slightly by hotel location.
30 minutesTravel north along the coast toward the Blue Hole area. Your guide gives a simple safety briefing, explains the reef-entry etiquette, and helps you get fitted with snorkeling equipment before entering the water.
1.5–2 hoursSnorkel at the Blue Hole with your guide, staying within suitable areas for the day’s conditions. Expect clear Red Sea water, coral formations close to shore, and plenty of time to pause, adjust your mask, and enjoy the reef without rushing.
1–1.5 hoursContinue to Eel Garden for another snorkeling session, usually reached by boat or local transfer depending on the day’s operating conditions. This stop gives you a different reef setting and a calmer pace after the Blue Hole.
1 hourBreak for lunch with sea views, with soft drinks included. This is a good time to dry off, relax, and ask your guide about Dahab’s reef life and local coastline.
2–3 hours if selectedIf you selected the optional canyon add-on, continue into the desert area to see narrow rock passages and layered sandstone scenery. If not, your guide can keep the afternoon relaxed with extra coastal time before returning to town.
30–60 minutesReturn to your hotel in Dahab after the day’s snorkeling and sightseeing. Your guide will help you collect any gear and personal items before drop-off.
1 meal included on this tour. Dietary requirements catered for on request.
Lunch with soft drinks is included, arranged by the sea or on board according to the day’s operating plan.
Cover 1 destination in one carefully-paced day — no rushed stops, no logistics to figure out.
Each stop is hand-selected and timed to avoid the crowds. Tap any attraction for the full visitor guide, opening hours and history.
A famous Dahab snorkeling site known for clear water, steep reef walls, and easy access from the shore. Your guide helps you enter safely, choose the best section for the day’s sea conditions, and avoid damaging the coral.
Guided snorkeling in Dahab’s Red Sea waters, with gear provided and time to move at a relaxed pace. The focus is on reef viewing, comfort in the water, and safe spacing around coral.
An optional desert add-on featuring narrow sandstone passages and warm-colored rock formations. This stop depends on your booking choice, weather, and local access conditions on the day.
Pickup window: 07:30 – 08:30 AMWe pick you up from your hotel lobby. Exact time confirmed by email the day before. Airbnb and Nile Ritz-Carlton area pickups also available — just message us.
Egypt's sun is intense and most ancient sites are open-air. Pack light but bring these essentials.
Swimwear worn under light clothesTowelReef-safe sunscreenSunglasses and a hatWater shoes or sandals with gripDry change of clothesSmall waterproof bag for phone and valuablesPersonal medication, if needed
Passport copy or ID if requested for local proceduresCancellation terms are confirmed before payment and may vary by booking option, group size, and season.
Dahab hotel pickupBlue HoleEel GardenSeaside lunch stopColored Canyon optional add-onDahab hotel drop-offPlan with OzesWe start on WhatsApp so you can ask about dates, guide style, hotels, flights, children, pickup and route changes before anything is paid.
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Yes, this Dahab day tour includes snorkeling gear for the planned snorkeling stops. If you prefer your own mask or fins, you are welcome to bring them for comfort.
Yes, the tour is suitable for confident beginners, as your guide will choose appropriate entry points and explain basic safety before you enter the water. Non-swimmers should tell Ozes in advance so the day can be planned realistically.
The Colored Canyon visit is optional and should be requested when booking. It depends on timing, weather, local access, and whether you prefer extra snorkeling or beach time instead.
Lunch and soft drinks are included during the day. The meal is usually arranged by the sea or on board according to the operating plan and sea conditions.
Bring swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and a dry change of clothes. Water shoes are useful because some Red Sea entry points can be rocky.
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dahab are included. If you are staying outside Dahab, availability and any extra transfer arrangements should be checked before booking.
