Abu Dabbab is a sheltered beach-entry bay 30 minutes north of Marsa Alam, famous for resident green sea turtles, seagrass meadows, and one of the most reliable dugong (sea cow) sightings in the Red Sea.
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Abu Dabbab Bay sits 30 minutes north of Marsa Alam and is one of the few places in the world where you can routinely meet wild dugongs alongside several resident green turtles. This is a beach-entry shore diving day, not a boat trip: the guide briefs you on the sand, you walk in from the beach, and both reef arms plus the seagrass area are reachable from shore. The bay is calm, shallow (5-14m), and ideal for relaxed dives focused on marine life rather than depth or current. We run two guided shore dives here with a long surface break for snacks and refreshments, plus space and time to photograph turtles browsing the seagrass meadows below. Water is 24-29C year-round and visibility commonly 15-25 m. Suitable for all certified divers; non-divers can join the snorkeling alternative.
Walk in from shore
Among the best sites in Egypt
Unique Red Sea ecosystem
5-14m depths
We collect you from your hotel.
Briefing, gear setup, and shore-entry plan from the beach.
Walk in from shore and explore the seagrass and reef edge.
Snacks, drinks, and time to relax.
Search the seagrass for our gentle giant.
Wild animals - sightings are likely, not guaranteed. We never bait, chase, or surround.
Green turtleDugong
Blue-spotted ray
CornetfishPipefishAbu Dabbab Beach, north of Marsa Alam
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Ariane Alves
Dec 2025
Such a delicious beach with perfect infraestruture and clear water. The coral reef is healthy, full of colors and all sea creatures you can imagine. It is perfect for shore diving and snorkeling also as the wall rises almost to the surface. Lots of turtles have their meals in the sea grass huge field in the middle of the bay. Enjoy it!
Sergiy
Dec 2025
Abu Dabbab Beach is one of the best places for relaxing and snorkeling in the Marsa Alam area. It’s a wide sandy beach with a gentle entrance into the sea, which is quite rare in Egypt. The water is usually very clear, especially in the morning, and the underwater world is truly impressive. The main highlight of Abu Dabbab is the chance to see sea turtles and sometimes even a dugong right from the shore. The reef is lively, full of colorful fish, so a mask and snorkel are a must. At the same time, the beach is perfect for swimming and suitable for families with children. Pros: clean and well-maintained area, sunbeds, cafés, toilets, and lifeguards available. The atmosphere is calm, without aggressive vendors. Cons: it can get crowded during peak hours when excursion groups arrive. Overall, Abu Dabbab is a place you really want to come back to. A perfect balance of natural beauty, comfort, and an amazing marine life. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Lauren
Dec 2025
Absolutely gorgeous beach and a must visit if you’re in the area. It took me 3 hours to drive there but it was worth it. I ended up doing a turtle snorkel experience too which was absolutely amazing and such an experience. The beach was clean, water was crystal clear. The staff are friendly and welcoming and helped to take photos of myself and my partner. Sunbeds were comfy and mattress like rather than the typical canvas material. We had lunch there and the food was amazing! I got an Egyptian cotton T-shirt from the shop and the shop keeper was friendly and helpful
Renata Langová
Mar 2026
beautiful beach, service is perfect. great diving and snorkeling. entrance is adequate to the place
Csaszar Istvan
Nov 2025
Beautiful seaworld everything else for money. Arrive early to miss the crowd. Entrance fee: 22 Usd/adult, 11 Usd/kid (till age 12). Online cost 5 USD more. Towels are 3 Usd/ea, snorkel mask 5 Usd. Probably go once only.
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