4.9(204 reviews)Marsa Alam, EgyptFull day · ~9 hoursSmall group · max 16
3 islands
Untouched reefs
Small group
Overview
Three pristine islands in a protected marine reserve.
The Hamata (Qulaan) islands are the deep south’s best-kept secret — powder-sand islets ringed by untouched reefs inside a marine reserve. Few boats make the trip, so the water is yours.
We visit three islands in one day, snorkeling a different reef at each and leaving time to walk the sand.
Three powder-sand islands
Untouched reserve reefs
Small group — max 16
Fresh lunch cooked on board
Your day, hour by hour
Itinerary
07:00
07:00
Hotel pickup
Minibus to Hamata marina.
08:30
08:30
Sail to the islands
Tea, fruit and a briefing on the reserve.
10:00
10:00
First island
Beach landing and reef snorkel.
12:00
12:00
Second island
A coral garden famous for its colour.
13:00
13:00
Lunch on deck
Freshly cooked, vegetarian options available.
14:30
14:30
Third island
Final swim and time on the sand.
16:30
16:30
Return & drop-off
Back to the marina and your hotel.
What’s covered
Included & not included
Included
Hotel pickup & drop-off (air-conditioned)
Premium boat with shaded deck & fresh-water shower
Licensed sea-trained guide, small groups
Snorkel set, fins & life jacket (kids’ sizes too)
Fresh lunch, soft drinks & mineral water all day
Marine-reserve fees
Not included
Gratuities (optional, appreciated)
Underwater photo package (€15, optional)
Wetsuit rental in winter months (€5)
Bring with you
Swimwear
Towel
Reef-safe sunscreen
Sunglasses & hat
Camera / GoPro
From the water
Guest reviews
4.9· 204 reviews
PV
Pieter V.
Belgium · May 2026
We had an entire island to ourselves. The reefs are the healthiest I’ve seen in Egypt.
GH
Grace H.
USA · March 2026
Remote, beautiful and perfectly organised. The highlight of our trip.
Good to know
Trip questions
Yes, weather permitting — we land by dinghy on at least two of the three islands.
Some reefs have light current, so we recommend basic snorkel experience. Guides are always in the water with you.
If the coastguard closes the sea, we move your trip to the next available day or refund you in full — your choice.
