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Emperor Divers Marsa Alam
Ollie #1 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4.5 of 5 stars 59 reviews
Owner description: Moreen Beach is situated 20km south of Marsa Alam airport and Port Ghalib, but for those guests who want to stay in the hotels around Port Ghalib, we...... more » Owner description: Moreen Beach is situated 20km south of Marsa Alam airport and Port Ghalib, but for those guests who want to stay in the hotels around Port Ghalib, we can still offer the same, easy 'zero transfer' diving that we always have done; here's how:•Our classic dayboats will still be moored in Port Ghalib and will run the same trips to the same dive sites you know and love.•Through our easy to use booking system, you can book as many days on Port Ghalib classic dayboats as you want - starting from the first day of your trip!We offer free try dives so you can 'try before you buy'.Try our FREE taster TRY DIVE!Fancy giving diving a go, but don't want it to take all of your holiday time?Come and experience diving with Emperor Divers. A fully trained PADI professional will be with you every step of the way to ensure your experience is both safe and enjoyable.You can take your FREE try dive in El Gouna, Hurghada, Marsa Alam or Nuweiba - and, if you want to, you can immediately progress to the half day PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience.Free transfers are provided from all hotels in the resort. Marine life is abundant here with endangered green turtles being a regular sighting on most dive trips. Our beautiful, uncrowded dive sites are the main reason divers choose us...a reminder of what Red Sea diving is all about. Think hard coral gardens, steep drop offs and sandy bays all in coastal sites with minimum current. This is a great location for both learners and experienced divers with half or full day diving, full day excursions or even overnight trips to Elphinstone. Learn to dive or take your diving further with our friendly, experienced team of guides and instructors who do their best to allow you to do the dives you want to do. « less
Attraction type  Water sports
Sharm El Luli
Ollie #2 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Seaworld Diving Center
Ollie #3 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Water sports
Coraya Divers
Ollie #4 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Water sports
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Wadi Gemal
Ollie #5 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4.5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Attraction type  Reservations
Distance  45.0 miles from city center
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Elphinstone Reef
Ollie #6 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4.5 of 5 stars 33 reviews

A beautiful large offshore dropping reef offering a range of dive options and certainly providing some great photo opportunities on the right day. Popular with both liveaboards... more »

Attraction type  Reefs
Distance  15.9 miles from city center
Red Sea Desert Adventures
Ollie #7 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Attraction type  Sports Camps/ Clinics; Tours
Marsa Shoona Bay
Ollie #8 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
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Dolphin House Reef (Sha'ab Samadai)
Ollie #9 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
3.5 of 5 stars 79 reviews

Spinner dolphins are often (but not always) seen at this reef, as a result it is one of the most popular attractions in the area.  Access is managed to help protect the dolphins... more »

Attraction type  Reefs
Distance  0.0 miles from city center
Oceans Red Sea Marsa Alam
Ollie #10 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Oceans Red Sea is the market leader offering a variety of top class day and evening boat trips from the major Red Sea resorts of Sharm, Hurghada, El...... more » Owner description: Oceans Red Sea is the market leader offering a variety of top class day and evening boat trips from the major Red Sea resorts of Sharm, Hurghada, El Gouna and Marsa Alam. Full day, shorter family trips, overnight cruises and evening sunset tours are all available.Join one of our daytime trips and enjoy some snorkelling, swimming or simply relax knowing you're in the safest of hands. On all our trips you'll sail with a crew who will make your experience one of fun and memories. Our PADI snorkel guides are professionally qualified and happy to pass on tips about snorkelling while taking you to some of the best sites that are suitable for children and adults. Exclusive to Oceans Red Sea is the "Mini B Experience" giving you the chance to have a go at diving using this easy, lightweight and small scuba system. Your excursion is an important part of your holiday, so don't risk buying an inferior imitation. If you are in resort either contact us direct or ask your local tour rep to book you on an Oceans Red Sea trip and you won't be disappointed. Often the highlight of your holiday, Oceans Red Sea provides those special memories to take home with you. « less
Marsa Mubarak
Ollie #11 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews

Popular dive site minutes south of the Port Ghalib marina.  Large bay offering excellent training facilities since it offers a number of dive routes ranging from only a metre in... more »

Sha'ab Marsa Alam
Ollie #12 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
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Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
TGI Diving Marsa Alam
Ollie #13 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: TGI Diving Marsa Alam is a PADI Gold Palm Resort located inside the Gorgonia Beach Resort, a hotel of the highest standard positioned on a beatiful...... more » Owner description: TGI Diving Marsa Alam is a PADI Gold Palm Resort located inside the Gorgonia Beach Resort, a hotel of the highest standard positioned on a beatiful natural bay with access to a stunning housereef via a series of natural lagoons.The diving centre uses new Mares diving and snorkelling equipment, and our facilities include a large shop and reception area, equipment washing and storage facilities, toilets and showers and a classroom, equiped to guide you through your diving course using the latest audio visual training aids.The location of the resort within the Wadi Gamal National Park protected area means that we can offer a wide range of diving and snorkelling trips, our regular program includes dives from the house reef, shore dives from local bays reachable by minibus, full day trips by hardboat, special excurions also include dives within the National Park area of Wadi Gamal, trips to Elphinstone, Dolphin House (Samadi) and Dugong Bay (Marsa Abu Dababa), each dive spot has special attractions, and we have dive sites suitable for all levels of experience. During your dives with TGI Marsa Alam some of the highlights you might encounter include, Turtles, Dolphins, Sharks, Palegics as well as hundreds of species of Reef Fish and Corals.We have a full range of courses, for those who want a taste of diving we offer a FREE try dive (Discover Scuba) in the pool, from there on we have experience courses such as the PADI Discover Scuba Diving, or entry level certification courses such as PADI Scuba Diver or PADI Open Water Diver courses. For those already certified we follow the PADI system of diver education through to Divemaster level, with many PADI Specialty courses also available.For the non-Diver we have a range of snorkeling excursions, to quiet protected bays, and special trips to sites such as Abu Dabab (Dugong Bay) and Samadi (Dolphin House) our staff are there to help you and guide you ensuring a great experiece.With a combination of a stunning environment and professional staff and euipment you are guarenteed a wonderful encounter wether you are snorkeling, making your first dives or as an experienced diver. « less
Attraction type  Water sports
Port Ghalib
Ollie #14 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
3.5 of 5 stars 71 reviews
Attraction type  Resort Communities
Seascope Submarine
Ollie #15 of 17 attractions in Marsa Alam
3.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Boat Tours
Six Senses Spa at Intercontinental the Palace Port Ghalib Resort
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: 5 minutes from Marsa Alam International Airport on the Red Sea, Six Senses Spa includes hammam, Thai & wet treatment areas. Ingredients are organic...... more » Owner description: 5 minutes from Marsa Alam International Airport on the Red Sea, Six Senses Spa includes hammam, Thai & wet treatment areas. Ingredients are organic herbs, spices & oils; combine Asian and Arabic healing therapies to enhance health and improve vitality. Everyone coming to stay at Intercontinental, Crowne Plaza or other hotels at Port Ghalib is warmly welcomed! « less
Attraction type  Spas
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