Mahmya Island: Snorkeling Paradise in Egypt
4.8
35 Ratings

Discover Mahmya Island’s pristine beaches, snorkel vibrant reefs, and savor delicious meals. Experience Egypt’s top snorkeling and diving destination.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mahmya Island - You will be picked up from your hotel by one of our tour guides in an air-conditioned private vehicle at the morning and will take you to the boat approximately 20 minutes away. You board the boat and enjoy a 40 minute boat ride to Mahmya Island. Enjoy sailing on the Red Sea under the Egyptian sun
    Mahmya Island is part of the Giftun…
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What's Included
  • Buffet-Style Lunch with free water & soft drinks
  • Snorkeling trip with equipment (life jacket, mask, and fins)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Hurghada
  • Boat transfer to/from the island
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Tickets & National Park fees 65€ per person to be paid cash on the day ( Mandatory )
  • Transfer fees from Makadi & Sahl Hashish hotels 5€ per person, El Gouna & Safaga 10€ per person!
  • Food and Drinks from the À La Carte Menu
Additional Information

Despite the name, Mahmya Island is not actually an island: it’s one section of Big Giftun Island in the Giftun Islands, off Hurghada’s Red Sea coast. Lounge on the sandy beaches; snorkel the coral reef from the beach or a boat; rent a “Sea-Spi’ glass-bottom watercraft; or eat and drink at the restaurants.
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.8
(35 Ratings)
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377alienp
Dec 13, 2024
A Romantic Escape to Mahmya Island – Perfect for Couples! - My partner and I had the most unforgettable day during our trip to Mahmya Island in Hurghada! From start to finish, it was an experience we’ll cherish forever. The Island: Mahmya Island is truly paradise on earth! The crystal-clear turquoise waters, pristine white sandy beaches, and vibrant coral reefs made it feel like we were on our own private island. We spent hours swimming, snorkeling, and simply lounging on the beach. The coral reefs are just a short swim from the shore, and the underwater world was absolutely mesmerizing. The Atmosphere: The island has a laid-back, peaceful vibe that’s perfect for couples. It wasn’t overcrowded, so we felt like we had enough space to relax and enjoy each other’s company in peace. The gentle sound of the waves, along with the beautiful views, created a truly romantic atmosphere. The Activities: We booked a snorkeling trip, and it was absolutely worth it. The guide was knowledgeable and took us to some of the best spots around the island. The underwater life was incredible — we saw colorful fish, sea turtles, and even a small ray! For those looking for something less active, there are plenty of sunbeds to relax on, and the beach bar serves delicious drinks and snacks. The Service: The staff on Mahmya Island were fantastic! From the moment we arrived, they were attentive, friendly, and eager to make our day special. We felt well taken care of, and they went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. Food and Drinks: The buffet lunch offered a great selection of fresh seafood, grilled meats, and vegetarian options. The food was delicious, and the beachside setting made it even more enjoyable.
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499hanzf
Sep 1, 2024
Brilliant island - We booked the mahmya island cruise through our Hurghada ToGo rep. I must say it was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The boats was separated into languages so English together, polish together, french together etc. We had an English tour guide Mina William who was so lovely and friendly. He explained the itinerary and what was going to happen through out the day. We got to see some dolphins which was just amazing, once on the island we went snorkelling (hire the equipment for free) and it was fantastic. There was an option to go back onto the boat and do some deep sea snorkelling but we didn’t fancy that. Buffet dinner was served on the island and it was lovely all the staff were very friendly and helpful. Young children was on board and joined in so when we come back with the kids we will definitely be doing this again.
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Milenact2192no
Aug 24, 2024
Very nice day - To be honest! We had a really nice day with lots of great impressions. 3 spots, two for snorkeling and the third for Mahmya island with its mega beach. However, quite a crowd of tourists. But thanks to the unusual location and the photo points, you can easily survive that. This was our first snorkeling trip to Egypt and we stayed at the Grand Makadi. The booking went great, the communication was good, the necessary information came in good time.Thanks to Mina William everything as described in the offer. Punctual pickup in front of the hotel resort, then about 35 minutes drive to Hurghada to the port. There on the ship with a bombastic nice crew who did everything for you. From initial explanations to great atmosphere and supervised snorkeling. In between, a great meal was conjured up and everything was recorded on photo and video. In the end you could buy everything (photos on the boat, posing photos on the island, videos of snorkeling) for €60. Was OK!
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816svetlanai
Aug 18, 2024
Very good experience - Very good experience, the snorkel lasts as long as it says in the app, the inconvenience is that all the boats go there and you are not alone with your group, seeing the coral and all the world below is worth it, the lunch they served us was abundant My partner and I were varied. Then they left you 2 hours free on the beach of Mahmya island beach with very cool turquoise blue water. The experience is recommended.
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Mand0linas
Aug 8, 2024
So funny - I enjoyed gathering seashells.😚 Excellent mixed drink. calming massage for the feet. Delicious ice creams. Snorkeling and lots of photo ops on swings and beds are available. Curl up on beanbags.
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629tinic
Aug 6, 2024
Fantastic day excursion - Fantastic day excursion! - The hotel's transportation was efficiently planned. Ten minutes late, but it's okay. The port was extremely well-organized, with a separate boat for each language, such as English, Italian, French, Russian, etc. There was a nice restaurant and bar on the beach, which had good facilities. The beach was very pretty, with nice sand and clear water. There was a good variety and the food was tasty. Excellent beverage facilities. The snorkeling was excellent, and the flippers and snorkels were well-made. Professional divers were present to lead us around the corals. Numerous fish of various sizes and shapes were present.
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674allar
Jul 22, 2024
The best island i have ever seen - First, i can't recommend this Island enough but i am sure 100% you will be amazied from this gorgeous island and crystal water. The boat was perfect our guide was so funny. The lunch was open buffet and so delicious.
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583minat
Jul 19, 2024
Not be Missed With HurghadaToGo - The best island in Africa and midel East. The boat was so perfect & Clean. The dinner was open buffet 🤤🤤🤤 and sea food 😋😋.
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561lieng
Jul 16, 2024
So gorgeous - I'm glad I chose Mahmya out of the three available beaches. The rooms were really clean, and we had been given the beds closest to the water. Beautiful seating areas, a beach bar, etc. While the food is mediocre, the Egyptian bread was amazing! The drinks are good. Of course, the gorgeous beach with its immaculately clear water and fine, white sand was the highlight. From the beach, you can snorkel well and swim right up to the coral. It felt like we were in the Maldives, such a beautiful place!
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Monjaausdemdorfmitk
Aug 26, 2024
Rip-off and fraud - Never again! Please don't book this under any circumstances! Sheer rip-off. I had to pay another 75 euros in the end. These are nothing but cheaters!!!!!!! Book through the hotel or Mamyha directly. The island itself is of course a great excursion destination. But I would never book it here again.
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