Orange Bay Island
4.7
Orange Bay Island
By EGYPTOUS
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Ages 0-80, max of 20 per group
Duration: 7h
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Live guide: German, Russian, English
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- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hot and Cold Drinks all day
- Water Sports (Sofa&Banana)
What's not included- Transfer from Makadi, Safaga, ElGouna extra fees
- Environment taxes 5€ per person
- Start:Traveller pickup offered.Pickup details
- we Pick up from all Hotels in Hurghada, Makadi,Sahl Hasheesh and Safaga. We start pick up time at 07:45am from the most distant hotel. So pick up time may vary from hotel to other. So your exact pick up time will send to you a day before your trip.
Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- Hurghada, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 143204P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 143204P2
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- Mercury C0 contributionsGreatGreat rides and new experience in desert, Thanks to our guide Mido, good service and pretty nice to kids. These activities made me a wonderful dayWritten 30 January 2025
- ionutc9240 contributionsPerfectThe views were amazing and we’ve seen so many dolphins on the day. It was a great experience and the team from Egyptous was wonderful and very friendly and welcoming. Strongly recommend this activity and especially with Egyptous.Written 22 October 2024
- ionutc9240 contributionsPerfectThe quad safari trip offers an exhilarating off-road adventure through stunning landscapes. Riding powerful ATVs, you’ll explore rugged terrains, from desert dunes to lush valleys, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature. The guides are professional and ensure your safety while adding fun commentary about the local environment. Whether you’re an experienced rider or a beginner, the experience is tailored to all skill levels. The adrenaline rush combined with breathtaking views makes this an unforgettable experience. Perfect for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, it’s a fantastic way to see the countryside in a unique and exciting way. And thanks Mido for the tripWritten 22 October 2024
- P1516MNdeliag0 contributionsOutstandingThe best choice was to do this activity with Egyptous team. Mido made this trip be a very fun, enjoyable and memorable experience. We had so many activities during the day, and filled our heart with lots of joy and fulfilment. Thank you Mido for being the best, we were really lucky to meet you and experience this with you, you are an amazing person. Strongly recommend this activity and especially with Mido.Written 22 October 2024
- P1516MNdeliag0 contributionsWonderful experienceThis was an amazing experience, and we were so lucky to see so many dolphins and to do snorkeling in amazing place, thanks to the Egyptous team. The people from Egyptous were very friendly, we had a great time, we had dancing and music as well. Thank you for everything and for the cake and birthday wishes. You are amazing and helped us have a wonderful experience.Written 22 October 2024
- sarahbS3326IY0 contributionsEnvironmental tax?The guides on he boad were friendly and the food was good. That's all I have good to say about this trip. Boats are supposed to have guidance about behaviour around dolphins. All the boats around the "Dolphin house" harassed these animals beyond compression. We observed a private rib run directly over where the animals were, scaring them off only to be observed else where. All the while the shouting and screaming from the tourists like banshees eminating from the boats present was unacceptable. I would have been happy with a glimpse from a distance. Then we moored at a reef. The bleaching was very upsetting and lack of fish species was sad. After our snorkel we noticed the boat was leaking oil and sewage, I can't even begin to say haw this angered me. We pay an environmental tax to go out, where is this spent? Tough regulation and a so what if we don't see dolphins attitude needs to be enforced ASAP. Stop exploiting this beautiful place or it will be gone. Stick to ancient monuments don't do this.Written 8 October 2024
- 502syedn0 contributionsFantastic service and an excellent day outFantastic service on the boat and an brilliant experience at Orange Bay. The crew were very friendly and also provided alot of snacks for the kids and also continuous drinks and tea throughout the couple of hours on the boat. They also provided a very nice fresh lunch and fruits in the afternoon. Would recommend to anyone to use them and they will provide a fantastic service. I will definitely use them again. Keep up the good work guysWritten 16 August 2024
- B8921JIjamesk0 contributionsDolphin tripThe best day out on the dolphin trip, seen plenty then went in to snorkeling around the reef, Zezo made this a comfortable experience so no1 was to miss out. All crew amazing, genuinely good value for money day trip out!Written 22 May 2024
- katiemU6077KB0 contributionsAmazingMe and my partner went on this trip today and it was amazing!! Couldn’t recommend this enough, our guide was so fun and accommodatingWritten 11 May 2024
- T7825EFdenisk0 contributionsWe had an amazing trip!We had a beautiful Family Trip. We saw a lot of Dolphins and went to 3 different snorkeling spots. The Crew was amazing! Because of them we had a lot of fun. 10/10 would recommend.Written 29 March 2024
- oliversT7819CF0 contributionsAmazingThe day was fulfilled from start to finish. We was educated on the way some people in the desert live , and got to ride the camels and meet and hold a variety of desert animals from tortoise to scorpions and snakes was incredible , ATV was brilliant more than enough time on them we went so far in the desert , the buggy’s and food was perfect aswell . Thank you guysWritten 22 March 2024
- 956skyen0 contributionsSafari, Quadbiking & Camel RideReally good trip, tour guides are super lovely! Quadbiking is really fun and you can also ride the Camels. They also show you how they make their bread which is really intresting !Written 9 March 2024
- E588WRantoines0 contributionsSafariVery good trip I enjoyed myself safari dessert with very good service I had vip treatment I recommend booking this trip you won’t be disappointedWritten 9 March 2024
- 592uzmam0 contributionsQuad biking and spider buggyMedou is such a friendly host, very attentive and funny. We had an opportunity to stop and take pictures as well. So much fun would definitely go againWritten 7 March 2024
- Amber T0 contributionsAn amazing timeSuch a fun trip, full of amazing views! Midou was so friendly and accommodating, gave us good recommendations for our time in hurghada. Would definitely recommend!!Written 7 March 2024
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Adam C
Birmingham, UK201 contributions
Lovely islands but does get very busy.
We visited orange bay as part of a snorkeling and scuba package with sunrise aqua joys own excursions company Global dive and had a really good day.
After an amazing diving experience we headed to the beautiful orange bay island. We had to get on a small boat to get to the island and then walk up the pier. We was designated a seating area and given 3 hours to enjoy our time.
The island is beautiful with loads of fantastic picture opportunities.
Only negative is the amount of mosquitos, make sure you take bug spray and also how crowded it can get. You have to wait a good 15mins+ to take a photo as everyone else has the same idea.
We would return though so that shows that we did enjoy it.
We visited orange bay as part of a snorkeling and scuba package with sunrise aqua joys own excursions company Global dive and had a really good day.
After an amazing diving experience we headed to the beautiful orange bay island. We had to get on a small boat to get to the island and then walk up the pier. We was designated a seating area and given 3 hours to enjoy our time.
The island is beautiful with loads of fantastic picture opportunities.
Only negative is the amount of mosquitos, make sure you take bug spray and also how crowded it can get. You have to wait a good 15mins+ to take a photo as everyone else has the same idea.
We would return though so that shows that we did enjoy it.
Written 20 September 2024
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Sorry, you didn't do this experience with our company.
Written 22 September 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jasmin
Luton, UK18 contributions
This is a mini Maldives. The water is clean and shallow for miles. There are various photo opportunities on the island to capture your moments there.
There is fresh mangos and mango juice on the island.
The prices of drinks are expensive, but that is to be expected as this island is extremely remote. That’s why I won’t knock it to a 4 rating, because if you’re expecting an island which is a boat journey away from civilisation to be cheap then that’s on you, no one lives on this island. It is extremely well preserved.
Each boat company or excursion company has their own strip of the beach with beanbags. Our excursion company had the first space which was great as it was a short walk to toilets and bars!
We came on a boat trip from our hotel in Makadi Bay, which started at 8:30am, where we made our way across the ocean towards the island with a single stop for snorkelling near the coral reefs.
We spent an hour and a half to two hours on the island before making our way back to the hotel, with another snorkelling stop, making it back at 4:30pm. This was €60 per person and worth every penny. The boat was very calm on the water, which was a relief because I was worried about sea sickness, which wasn’t an issue for anyone onboard. The boat also provided lunch for us! (It wasn’t the best food in the world, but it was alright and filled a hole). To actually get onto the island, we needed to get off out main boat which was anchored in the middle of the sea nearby with other boats. We got onto a small speed boat which was decently fast but again, not long or fast enough of a journey to cause sea sickness in the average person.
I think the trip to Orange Bay is shorter if you go from Hurghada, as it is closer.
There is fresh mangos and mango juice on the island.
The prices of drinks are expensive, but that is to be expected as this island is extremely remote. That’s why I won’t knock it to a 4 rating, because if you’re expecting an island which is a boat journey away from civilisation to be cheap then that’s on you, no one lives on this island. It is extremely well preserved.
Each boat company or excursion company has their own strip of the beach with beanbags. Our excursion company had the first space which was great as it was a short walk to toilets and bars!
We came on a boat trip from our hotel in Makadi Bay, which started at 8:30am, where we made our way across the ocean towards the island with a single stop for snorkelling near the coral reefs.
We spent an hour and a half to two hours on the island before making our way back to the hotel, with another snorkelling stop, making it back at 4:30pm. This was €60 per person and worth every penny. The boat was very calm on the water, which was a relief because I was worried about sea sickness, which wasn’t an issue for anyone onboard. The boat also provided lunch for us! (It wasn’t the best food in the world, but it was alright and filled a hole). To actually get onto the island, we needed to get off out main boat which was anchored in the middle of the sea nearby with other boats. We got onto a small speed boat which was decently fast but again, not long or fast enough of a journey to cause sea sickness in the average person.
I think the trip to Orange Bay is shorter if you go from Hurghada, as it is closer.
Written 18 September 2024
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Thanks for being with Egyptous. We wish to see you again and again.
Written 19 September 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Fran G
London, UK49 contributions
Orange bay is absolutely stunning! I’m very surprised at all of the negative reviews. It’s literally paradise on a remote island, with crystal clear water and restaurants and bars do get drinks and food.
First of all. It’s in the middle of nowhere! You can only get there by boat! It’s one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen! Of course it’s going to be expensive. In comparison to the rest of Egypt which is so cheap, it’s inevitable if you go to a beach bar where all of their livelihood comes from the tourists that come in boats during the day!
Funny how people would be happy to pay ridiculous amounts on drinks in a dark and dingy bar but complain about the prices in a literal paradise!
They don’t check your bag so if you’re so hard up, just bring some refreshments and snacks.
I didn’t find it dirty AT ALL! So shocked to read this. Quite the opposite. Loved the beach bean bags and Egyptian rugs it adds to the authenticity of the experience.
The water is SHALLOW! So it’s not really for laps of swimming but that’s not what you go here for. There is music a great atmosphere and some great spots for photos! Went in November and the water wasn’t cold it was crystal clear and on a sandy beach.
Take cash as they don’t accept card.
Just make sure you GO! You won’t be dissapointed!
First of all. It’s in the middle of nowhere! You can only get there by boat! It’s one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen! Of course it’s going to be expensive. In comparison to the rest of Egypt which is so cheap, it’s inevitable if you go to a beach bar where all of their livelihood comes from the tourists that come in boats during the day!
Funny how people would be happy to pay ridiculous amounts on drinks in a dark and dingy bar but complain about the prices in a literal paradise!
They don’t check your bag so if you’re so hard up, just bring some refreshments and snacks.
I didn’t find it dirty AT ALL! So shocked to read this. Quite the opposite. Loved the beach bean bags and Egyptian rugs it adds to the authenticity of the experience.
The water is SHALLOW! So it’s not really for laps of swimming but that’s not what you go here for. There is music a great atmosphere and some great spots for photos! Went in November and the water wasn’t cold it was crystal clear and on a sandy beach.
Take cash as they don’t accept card.
Just make sure you GO! You won’t be dissapointed!
Written 24 January 2025
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Thanks for being with Egyptous. We wish to see you again and again.
Written 25 January 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Barbara L
3 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
I’ll start w the negatives then the positives. As soon as my husband and I stepped on the boat, we had to take off our shoes which was fine then we only allowed to go upstairs. We were the last ppl on the boat so we all the seats were already taken. It’s fine bc the seats were good. The tour guides requested $10 euros then would not stfu. We were there to relax and enjoy a boat ride. No, we literally paid the tour guides to have a party. The music was loud, they insisted that u dance, nearly everyone smokes, they pressure you to do their chants & songs, take photos with the crew. If u don’t want to participant, then they call u lazy. The owner was drinking beer, smoking and flirting w the women the ENTIRE time, extremely unprofessional. My husband gave me a kiss on the cheek and he told us no kissing. They were just loud and obnoxious honestly. The only time we got to rest and do what we wanted was when the boat docked for 1.5 hrs at the island. The island is absolutely beautiful and clean. The prices were tourist prices which we paid everywhere else like Cairo & Luxor. The boat wasn’t packed, which was good, we had a surprise belly dancer on the boat, which we HAD to go down stairs & see. We did not have an option to stay upstairs on the boat. The was a couple w a small child and of course, they wanted to stay upstairs and were told no. Throughout the duration of the trip, it felt authoritarian and demanding. The water sports was mild bc u can only ride each ride one time and driver is slow. U can see dolphins in the ocean. The snorkeling was just ok bc they made u stay on one reef in fear that the currents take u away. The positive is that the food was good, and the island is nice. The tour guide was cool eventually, once he realized that we just wanted to relax. The owner wouldn’t let us off the boat or even dock the boat until he explained his company. Throughout the duration of the trip, the owner keep hopping seat to seat to sell trips to Cairo and other packages his company offered. Honestly, if u want ur trip to be on ur own terms then book a private driver/boat. It’s double the price but worth it.
Written 31 May 2022
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Maria Del Mare P
1 contribution
The island itself, is beautiful, but organized to take photos, does not look natural. The guides are friendly and friendly, but already on the boat they take pictures of you, you ask them the price and they do not answer. On the island the same thing, then they sell them to you with a video, that of 15 minutes, you come out 1, pretty photos, but they do not worry if you come out with your eyes open or closed. They don't let you see them before you pay and they send them to you via a mobile link. You pay a lot of money, for some pictures you can take yourself with your mobile. Eventually they won't let you enjoy the island.
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Written 10 December 2024
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Thanks for being with Egyptous. We wish to see you again and again.
Written 12 December 2024
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playgal8
port talbot24 contributions
Mar 2025 • Family
Island is beautiful . Drinks are very expensive especially as everything in egypt is so cheap , couldn’t fault the boat crew to be honest, it would be better if you could just get a taxi there and enjoy more time at the island we had about an hour and half , we came with small children as a group it was a long day for the children on the boat and they got bored easily . I think the trip is great for couples and friends but I wouldn’t take small children again.
Written 13 March 2025
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Thanks for being with Egyptous
Written 16 March 2025
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JP Vincent
Palau del Vidre, France82 contributions
Of course the site is superb ... but ..flood of tourists parked like cows... cash!!! Car beer stella 7 euros!!! While in hurghada marina it is less than 2 euros!!! The boats hurghada to the different spots of snorkling or diving during the day with 2 spots mask snorkel and meals on board quickly made ..25 euros / person ..on the boat a tiny packet of chips 3 euros ..all soda idem!!!.
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Written 17 March 2025
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Thanks for being with Egyptous
Written 18 March 2025
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goofy_camel
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
The boat was really nice and after visiting orange bay a meal was provided. Followed by 2 snorkelling stops and a banana boat ride. Unlimited drinks provided on the boat for the whole time. My friend is not a good swimmer but the guide still made sure we got to experience snorkelling at its fullest. There is a photographer and videographer on board that films everything and at the end you can buy the photos and videos taken by a very cute and charming diver👀. We also got to see a few dolphins on our way. Highly recommend this trip everyone is so friendly and welcoming.
Written 19 December 2023
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Thanks for being with Egyptous. We wish to see you again and again.
Written 23 December 2023
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Kevin P
1 contribution
May 2024 • Couples
The trip was very good structured we had two snorkling stops in the morning and then we had our lunch break on the boat. In the afternoon we went to Orange Bay and stayed there for one hour. Afterwards we went to the Bananaboats. The trip itself was very good. The highlight in the trip is the snorkling for my part. The bad thing was that when we booked it said the group maximum would be 15pax. In the end we were a group of 35pax. Our guide (Zizo) was very Friendly and helpful. The crew on the ship aswell.
In the end we had a nice day.
In the end we had a nice day.
Written 6 May 2024
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Thanks for being with Egyptous. We wish to see you again and again.
Written 6 May 2024
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loraviana
London, UK2 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
I had such a lovely time, they are well organised, respectful and full of life! I told them it was my birthday and they got out the way to sing happy birthday to me, i felt so special. Many thanks to the team that made this trip special to me and my family!
Written 8 June 2024
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Thanks for being with Egyptous. We wish to see you again and again.
Written 10 June 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Hello,
I would like to ask you what's the extra charge for pick up in El Gouna. We are two adults and two children (7 and 15 years old.
Thank you.
Best regards
Michal
Written 7 June 2022
Hi, i will be celebrating my honeymoon in 19th of july, will by then you start working and what about the precautions regarding COVID-19 and will the snorkeling be canceled from the trip ??
Written 1 July 2020
Hi,
I have payment issues since yesterday with TripAdvisor, so is it possible to make a reservation for 2 persons for 10 of March and pay, when you get us from the hotel?
Thank you in advance!
Written 7 March 2020
What food is included for the meal.? I'm looking at booking this for my 40th birthday on 27th June for 10 people. There will be vegetarians and a very fussy eater. Can you bring or buy alcohol.?
Written 26 January 2020
Hi, there’s not food on the actual island with the excursion you go back to the staring area and have a meal there like buffet not the greatest I didn’t eat anything. There is a bar at the island where you can buy drinks. Had a bottle beet for about £4
Written 26 January 2020
Hi,
We'd love to book the trip....my wife is pregnant however (4 1/2 months). She's in very good condition, but I saw your recommendation. What kind of problem do you expect?
Written 26 November 2019
Hello Christiaan.
Thanks for contacting Egyptous.
But through our safety rules and carring about our guests we don't recommend this experience to your wife. Specially she is still in the first few months.
Best Regards
Written 3 December 2019
I am trying to book a tour to orange island in Hurghada and there is a problem with the website can you help please?
Written 11 August 2019
Hi speak to Viator - I found them easy to deal with
Written 30 November 2019
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