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Three hours on a private glass-bottom boat exploring Magawish Island’s reefs and sandflats—perfect for snorkelers and photographers. Private transfers, refreshments, and snorkeling gear make this an easy Red Sea day trip.
Three hours on a private glass-bottom boat exploring Magawish Island’s reefs and sandflats—perfect for snorkelers and photographers. Private transfers, refreshments, and snorkeling gear make this an easy Red Sea day trip.
You step from the marina onto a low-slung glass-bottom boat as the Red Sea opens like a wide, bright invitation. Morning light slices the water into silver lanes; at sunset the horizon burns slowly orange. The boat hums out past shallow reefs, the glass panels framing coral gardens that seem to drift just below the surface.
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Operated by Blue Waves Egypt · Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate
You step from the marina onto a low-slung glass-bottom boat as the Red Sea opens like a wide, bright invitation. Morning light slices the water into silver lanes; at sunset the horizon burns slowly orange. The boat hums out past shallow reefs, the glass panels framing coral gardens that seem to drift just below the surface.
Hurghada was once a quiet fishing town on ancient Red Sea trade routes; today its shoreline is marked by resorts and day-trippers, but the reefs around Magawish Island still carry older stories — fossilised limestone ridges and living coral built over millennia. Local crews know which shallow plates hold the densest fish life, and the island’s white sand is the residue of broken shells and reef skeletons, bleached by sun and surf.
Expect three hours of sea time: a snorkeling stop at a premier reef, an hour on Magawish Island for photos and beach time, and the luxury of private transfers and refreshments. The glass-bottom vantage gives a preview for less confident swimmers; masks, snorkels and life jackets are provided, but conditions can change with wind and tide so plan for brief chop.
Practical guidance: book a morning run for calmer seas and clearer water; bring reef-safe sunscreen and a lightweight cover layer for breeze on the return; secure electronics in a dry bag; and avoid touching coral — the ecosystem is fragile. The trip is easy on fitness but be ready to step on and off a small tender if required. With a private schedule and customizable stops, this outing is a concise, scenic introduction to the Red Sea’s underwater life.
Yes—private transfer to and from the marina is included; you’ll provide your pickup point when booking.
Yes—masks, snorkels and life jackets are available on board; you may bring your own gear if preferred.
Life jackets are provided and glass-bottom viewing reduces time in the water, but non-swimmers should remain cautious; children can join with supervision.
Yes—the trip is private and can be scheduled for morning or sunset and adjusted within the three-hour window where feasible.
Blue Waves Egypt operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step from the marina onto a low-slung glass-bottom boat as the Red Sea opens like a wide, bright invitation. Morning light slices the water into silver lanes; at sunset the horizon burns slowly orange. The boat hums out past shallow reefs, the glass panels framing coral gardens that seem to drift just below the surface.
You step from the marina onto a low-slung glass-bottom boat as the Red Sea opens like a wide, bright invitation. Morning light slices the water into silver lanes; at sunset the horizon burns slowly orange. The boat hums out past shallow reefs, the glass panels framing coral gardens that seem to drift just below the surface.
Hurghada was once a quiet fishing town on ancient Red Sea trade routes; today its shoreline is marked by resorts and day-trippers, but the reefs around Magawish Island still carry older stories — fossilised limestone ridges and living coral built over millennia. Local crews know which shallow plates hold the densest fish life, and the island’s white sand is the residue of broken shells and reef skeletons, bleached by sun and surf.
Expect three hours of sea time: a snorkeling stop at a premier reef, an hour on Magawish Island for photos and beach time, and the luxury of private transfers and refreshments. The glass-bottom vantage gives a preview for less confident swimmers; masks, snorkels and life jackets are provided, but conditions can change with wind and tide so plan for brief chop.
Practical guidance: book a morning run for calmer seas and clearer water; bring reef-safe sunscreen and a lightweight cover layer for breeze on the return; secure electronics in a dry bag; and avoid touching coral — the ecosystem is fragile. The trip is easy on fitness but be ready to step on and off a small tender if required. With a private schedule and customizable stops, this outing is a concise, scenic introduction to the Red Sea’s underwater life.