Snorkeling Speedboat Trips in Hurghada: Our Top 15

1.Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,141 reviews · from $40 a head Our pick

Take a small speedboat from Hurghada to search for dolphins, snorkel at two or three Red Sea reefs, and relax on a sandy island or shallow sandbank. Captain Islam, Ahmed, Karim, Momo, and other local crews are praised for patient water guidance. Lunch, fruit, drinks, equipment, hotel transfers, and optional parasailing are included.

“Fantastic experience. Captain Karim & Ahmed couldn’t do enough for us. Thank you both for the perfect end to our trip to Egypt!! 🌟🌟🌟”

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2.Hula Hula Speedboat w/ Optional Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,412 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $30 a head

Take a speedboat from Hurghada to Hula Hula Island for clear water, coral, fish, snorkeling, banana boat rides, beach time, lunch, and a short massage. Choose a 3-hour or 5-hour option, with shared or private transfers. Guides such as Kareem, Mahmood, Zizou, and Ahmed are praised for friendly, careful help in the water.

“Thankyou for the whole trip of the island. We had a great time. Sam (sharks group) and Karim were really understanding, respectful and cooperative. Sam is very knowledgeable and skillful in his work. He clicked great photos as well. I recommend this trip and these 2 gentlemen to everyone.”

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3.Paradise Speedboat w/ Optional Snorkeling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 929 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $30 a head

Speed across the Red Sea to Paradise Island, then choose beach time, guided snorkeling, or both. Guides such as Ahmed, Nemo, Jamie, Kareem, and Aimen are known for patient help in the water. Morning and sunset trips, shared or private transfers, and optional lunch make this easy to tailor.

“We had lots of fun on this trip. Nemo was our guide and he was very supportive all throughout. We got picked from our hotel and got dropped off at the office, which had really nice and welcoming atmosphere. Amira greeted us with a smile. From there we got onto the speed boat and headed to Paradise Island. The ride was fun and picturesque. Once on the island we had lunch and enjoyed the atmosphere as much as we could. Note - you will get bugged quite a lot from the staff of the island, trying to get you to buy drinks, food, photoshoots etc. From there we headed to…”

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4.PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · from $184 for the boat, seats 6 Top rated

You’ll leave Marina Hurghada on a private speedboat with a captain and snorkeling guide, searching for dolphins near Dolphin House and exploring Red Sea reefs. Expect coral, colorful fish, possible manta rays, island time, snacks, drinks, and a 4 to 5 hour outing. Guides may include Islam, Mohammed, Said, or Khalid.

“Captain Islam was fantastic! He made us feel safe as beginner swimmers and like we were on a real adventure! He held my hand until I was comfortable to swim across the coral reef by myself and saw the most beautiful and colorful fish! The highlight of the trip were the dolphins that greeted us in the spot he predicted! A whole family jumping, twisting and waving their fins! This is a memory I will savor for the rest of my life! I highly recommend!”

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5.White Island Speedboat Tour, Snorkeling, & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 301 reviews · from $180 for the boat, seats 2

Travel by speedboat from Hurghada to Giftun Islands National Park, stopping twice to snorkel before spending about 1.5 hours at Nemo Island. Guides such as Yousaf, Karim, Baaki, Karin, and Hassan have helped make the trip friendly and well organized. Lunch, fruit, drinks, equipment, transport, and island fees are included. An optional flight lasts up to five minutes.

“absolutely brilliant. huge shout out to Yousaf who was super patient in assisting with the snorkeling. thank you to captain Karim and our other captain Baaki (captain on the black speedboat) . pro tip: check the price if paying by card for drinks on Nemo island as I was unknowingly overcharged!”

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6.Snorkelling Trip by Speedboat with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 144 reviews · 4 hours · from $37 a head

Take a four-hour speedboat from Hurghada to Magawish Island, Giftun Island, and Abu Mingar for reef, wreck, and shallow-water snorkelling. English-speaking guides such as Ahmed, Yusuf, Wissam, and Sayeed help you spot fish and dolphins. Hotel pickup, equipment, drinks, fruit, and a shaded boat area are included.

“Amazing! Communication beforehand from Ashraf was great. The bus picked me up at the exact spot and exact time to the minute. The bus was comfy. The speedboat was ideal. The boat driver Ahmed was amazing and actually took us to a spot to see dolphins on the way to the first snorkel spot, which was a nice surprise. The snorkel guide Yusuf was incredible and pointed out some amazing spots. The snorkeling itself was unbelievable with bright corals and loads of incredible fish. We went to two reefs and one shipwreck. We also stopped at a wonderful island to bask in the shallow waters where we actually spotted a…”

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7.Speedboat,Parasailing, Snorkeling & Piece Of Paradise Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · from $63 a head

You’ll speed across the Red Sea from Hurghada to two snorkeling sites and a beach island such as Orange Bay, Magawish, or Nemo. A 5-minute parasail ride gives you a high view of the reefs. Captain Momo is praised for his care, while guide communication may vary. Hotel pickup, lunch, drinks, equipment, and fees are included.

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8.Private Speed Boat Snorkeling with Dolphins Trip – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · from $47 a head

Set out from Hurghada at 7:30 am by private speedboat with a guide such as Amr or Asma and a captain such as Mohamed, Yusef, or Snoop. Snorkel at Dolphin House, search for dolphins, enjoy fruit and soft drinks, and return by hotel transfer after about four hours.

“Absolutely amazing experience. Captain Mohamed was the best he could have been. His knowledge of the area was tip top and knew exactly where to go. He got us that close to the dolphins they was at the side of the boat. Even managed tRead more”

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9.Magawish Island Speedboat W Snorkelling & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 30 reviews · 4 hours · from $196 for the boat, seats 2

You’ll ride from Hurghada to two Red Sea snorkeling sites, then spend 1.5 to 2 hours on Magawish Island’s white sand beaches. An English-speaking guide, captain, equipment, fruit, soft drinks, and hotel transfers are included. Choose the add-on with up to five minutes of parasailing for a view from above.

“The Snorkling was absolut amazing! Beautiful Coral Riffs. We had such an amazing experience.”

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10.Fishing & Snorkeling By Speed Boat Tour (Semi Private) – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · from $50 a head

You’ll spend about four hours on a semi-private speedboat from Hurghada, fishing with provided gear, snorkeling at a reef stop, and swimming in the Red Sea. Hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, snacks, fruit, soda, and bottled water are included. The boat holds no more than eight people.

“We basically had the choice what we wanted to do!! The speedboat was very comfy, organiser and host had very good English. Pick up and drop off were extremely professional and polite”

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11.Orange Bay Island By Private Speedboat & Snorkeling & Water Sport – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $60 a head

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada to Orange Bay for two hours of beach time, then stop at Red Sea reefs for guided snorkeling and water activities. Your package includes hotel transfers, equipment, life jackets, fruit, snacks, and soft drinks. Captains such as Snoopy are praised for a friendly, flexible approach.

“Absolutely great trip to the Orange Bay. An amazing experience and time. Definitely worth the visit.”

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12.Magawish Island By Private Speedboat with Snorkeling – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $5 a head Best value

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada to Magawish Island at 1:30 pm. You’ll have a captain and guide, island access, one snorkeling stop, water sports, snacks, fruit, and soft drinks. Captain Snoopy and guide Amr are among the crew names associated with this trip, though your assigned team may differ.

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13.Turtle Bay Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · 4 hours · from $235 for the boat, seats 2

Take a private four-hour speedboat from Hurghada to Turtle Bay with an English or Arabic guide. You get two snorkeling stops, seasonal fruit, water, soft drinks, and a chance to spot turtles. Guides such as Wissam, Boka, Karim, Aboubakar, and Aquaman have led outings, while sea scooters, banana rides, and lunch cost extra.

“karim et aboubakar ont été incroyable du début à la fin. nous avons pu observer et même nager avec les dauphins ils ont rendus ce moment inoubliable”

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14.Orange Bay Island By Private Speedboat & snorkeling & Water Sport – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $60 a head

You’ll leave your Hurghada hotel around noon in an air-conditioned vehicle, then board a private speedboat for Orange Bay. Expect beach time, guided snorkeling, water activities, snacks, fruit, soda, and water. The four-hour trip suits couples, families, and small groups who want a flexible Red Sea outing without sharing a boat with strangers.

“We got picked up at the bay by our speedboat drivers, and we drove to an beautiful spot to take pictures, and after that to orange bay. We had alot of time to Explore the bay. After 2 hours we got picked up, we got snacks and soft drinks included in the boat. We also snorkled, got to see a sea-turle and dolphines! Just an amazing day. Thank you!”

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15.Private Speed Boat 4Hours Snorkel from Hugarda to Magawish Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $75 a head

Take a private speedboat from Hurghada to Magawish Island for four hours of open-water snorkeling, beach time, and lunch. Hotel pickup, return transport, boat hire, and snorkeling equipment are included. Bring your own mask if possible, as supplied gear may be worn.

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