Hula Hula Island is the main draw here: a two-hour beach break paired with two stops to snorkel over Red Sea reefs. I like that the trip also includes hotel transfers, gear, lunch, and drinks, so you can spend the day focused on the water rather than arranging each piece yourself.
I also like the mix of time ashore and on the boat. The trade-off is that the island stop is not certain: on one January 2026 departure, the boat substituted a one-hour stop at Orange Bay, and the lunch was described as cold and poor. Treat the beach and meal as variable, not guaranteed highlights.
- Key points before you book
- A morning start from Hurghada
- Snorkeling over Red Sea reefs
- Two hours on Hula Hula Island
- Lunch, fruit, and drinks on board
- What the price covers, and what it does not
- Who will get the most from this trip
- A few details to settle before departure
- Should you book the Hula Hula boat trip?
- FAQ
- How long is the tour?
- Where does the tour depart from?
- Are hotel transfers included?
- How much are the extra transfers from nearby resorts?
- How many snorkeling stops are included?
- How much time is planned for Hula Hula Island?
- What food and drinks are included?
- What should I bring?
- Do infants and children need to be included in the booking?
- What is the cancellation policy?
- The Best Of Hurghada!
- More Boat Tours & Cruises in Hurghada
- More Tours in Hurghada
- More Tour Reviews in Hurghada
- Not for you? Here's more nearby things to do in Hurghada we have reviewed
Key points before you book
1 / 9
2 / 9
3 / 9
4 / 9
5 / 9
6 / 9
7 / 9
8 / 9
9 / 9- Two reef stops: The plan includes two Red Sea snorkeling stops, each listed as about an hour.
- A two-hour island visit: Hula Hula Island is scheduled for swimming, snorkeling, and beach time, with entry included.
- A full day on the water: The stated schedule runs from 08:00 to 16:00, including bus transfers.
- Food and drinks are included: Expect breakfast sandwiches, a buffet lunch with salads and fruit, and unlimited soft drinks and mineral water.
- Transfers depend on your location: Hurghada hotel transfers are included. Pickups from several nearby resort areas cost extra.
- Beach plans can change: A departure in January 2026 went to Orange Bay instead, despite Hula Hula being visible from the boat.
👉 See our pick of the 23 Best Shopping Tours In Hurghada
A morning start from Hurghada
The trip is scheduled to leave at 08:00 and return around 16:00. That makes it a full-day outing, not a quick boat ride, so leave room in your plans for a day away from Hurghada’s hotels and beaches.
Hotel transfers are included for Hurghada, as are transfers to and from the meeting point. The operator is meant to confirm your pickup time in advance. Be ready five minutes before the stated departure time, and remember that the schedule can shift with traffic and weather.
If you are staying in Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, or El Gouna, the listed round-trip pickup charge is 5 dollars, euros, or pounds, or 275 Egyptian pounds per person, payable in cash on the spot. From Safaga or Soma Bay, it is 10 dollars, euros, or pounds, or 550 Egyptian pounds per person. Check the amount and currency with the operator before setting out.
A bus leg is listed as about 25 minutes each way. The exact time may vary, and the day’s timetable can change, so avoid booking a tight dinner reservation or another activity right after the 16:00 return.
You can also read our reviews of more boat tours in Hurghada
Snorkeling over Red Sea reefs
The trip includes two guided snorkeling stops, each scheduled for about an hour. The first offers a chance to see colorful fish around old reef formations; the second gives you another hour to swim and look over coral and marine life. A snorkeling instructor and gear are included.
That second stop matters. One short reef visit can feel rushed if you are getting comfortable with a mask and fins, while two chances give you time to settle in and enjoy the water. You can still expect conditions and visibility to vary. Fish sightings are not guaranteed, and the mention of dolphins is a possibility, not a promise.
You do not need to bring snorkeling gear, but do pack swimwear and a towel. The boat has a lounge deck, which gives you somewhere to rest between swims. The description also mentions cool fruit on board after the island visit, a welcome pause before the next snorkel.
Two hours on Hula Hula Island
The island is the center of the trip’s beach appeal. The planned visit is two hours, with admission included, and time for swimming, relaxing on the white sand, or snorkeling in the clear water. If your idea of a good day is a simple beach break between boat rides, this is the part to look forward to.
The important qualification is that the beach stop can change. On January 20, 2026, a departure that had booked a two-hour Hula Hula visit instead went to Orange Bay for one hour. The account said Hula Hula was visible, with boats present, despite sunshine and light wind. That does not establish why the change was made, but it does show that a named beach stop is not an absolute guarantee.
If Hula Hula is the main reason you are booking, ask the operator shortly before departure whether the stop is expected to go ahead and what alternatives might be used. Even with that uncertainty, the boat day still includes two reef stops and time on an island beach. Just do not plan your entire day around a fixed two-hour stay at this particular island.
Lunch, fruit, and drinks on board
Lunch is listed as a buffet with salads and fruit, with an hour set aside for the meal. Breakfast sandwiches are included, along with unlimited soft drinks, mineral water, tea, coffee, and milk. That is useful on an eight-hour outing, especially when you are spending much of the day in the sun and water.
Food quality is less certain than the included menu suggests. One account described the meal as cold and poor, so I would book for the boat and beach itinerary rather than expecting a standout lunch. If you have dietary needs, the information provided does not specify special meals; check directly with the operator before booking.
Hotspot Wi-Fi is available on request. It may be handy for a quick message, but the trip is better approached as a day outdoors rather than a reliable way to stay connected.
What the price covers, and what it does not
The experience is advertised from $21.85, while a join-in group package is also shown from $19. These are starting prices, so check the date and final checkout total before you commit. The exact cost can depend on the package and any extra pickup charge for your resort area.
For the base package, the value comes from bundling transport, boat time, two snorkeling stops, an island entry fee, a guide, snorkeling instruction, gear, food, and drinks. If you would otherwise need to arrange transport and rent equipment, having those pieces together can make a low starting fare appealing. The practical value depends on the beach stop going ahead and on whether you are happy with a simple buffet meal.
The operator is Egyptra Travel Services. It lists 568 total reviews, a 79 percent good-review rate, a 50 percent response rate, and a response time of less than 30 minutes. Those figures describe the provider overall, not this specific boat trip. The supplied tour-specific rating is one out of five from a single review, so it is a caution worth weighing, but not enough on its own to predict your day.
Who will get the most from this trip
This is a sensible choice if you want a packaged day at sea, do not want to bring snorkeling equipment, and like alternating reef time with a beach stop. It can also suit a group with mixed interests: keen snorkelers have two planned water stops, while anyone who prefers to rest can use the boat’s lounge deck or relax on the island.
It is a weaker fit if you are booking chiefly for a guaranteed two-hour stay at Hula Hula, or if a high-quality meal is a priority. The possibility of a beach substitution matters most to people with a specific island in mind. If that is you, ask about the operator’s plan before paying and be prepared to choose another tour if the answer is uncertain.
The schedule mentions a colorful sunset from the boat, but the stated return time is 16:00. Do not count on seeing sunset unless the operator confirms a later return for your date. The schedule is explicitly subject to traffic and weather, and the available details do not promise an evening sailing.
A few details to settle before departure
Bring swimwear and a towel, and arrive five minutes before the departure time. Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount. Confirmation is expected within 24 hours; if you do not receive an email, contact customer support.
You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the activity date, using the destination’s local time. The voucher is valid only for the date and time specified on it, so check those details when you receive confirmation.
Should you book the Hula Hula boat trip?
Book it if you want a fairly low-cost, full-day Red Sea outing with transfers, two snorkeling stops, basic meals, and a planned beach visit. The included gear, guide, and drinks keep the day simple, and the reef stops give you more than a beach transfer alone.
Pause before booking if Hula Hula itself is non-negotiable. A beach substitution has happened, and the replacement stay was shorter. I would also keep expectations modest for lunch. If you can accept those uncertainties, the mix of reef time and island relaxation offers useful value; if you need a guaranteed island stop or a better meal, compare other Hurghada boat trips first.
FAQ
How long is the tour?
The stated schedule runs from 08:00 to 16:00, including transfers. Timing can change with traffic and weather.
Where does the tour depart from?
It departs from Hurghada. The operator will reconfirm your pickup time in advance.
Are hotel transfers included?
Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel are included for Hurghada. Transfers from some nearby resort areas cost extra.
How much are the extra transfers from nearby resorts?
The listed round-trip charge is 5 dollars, euros, or pounds, or 275 Egyptian pounds per person from Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, and El Gouna. From Safaga and Soma Bay, it is 10 dollars, euros, or pounds, or 550 Egyptian pounds per person. Payment is cash on the spot.
How many snorkeling stops are included?
Two Red Sea snorkeling stops are planned, each listed as about one hour. Snorkeling gear and an instructor are included.
How much time is planned for Hula Hula Island?
The planned visit is two hours, with entry included. The beach stop can change, so the full two hours at Hula Hula are not guaranteed.
What food and drinks are included?
The package includes breakfast sandwiches, a buffet lunch with salads and fruit, unlimited soft drinks and mineral water, and tea, coffee, and milk.
What should I bring?
Bring swimwear and a towel. Snorkeling gear is included.
Do infants and children need to be included in the booking?
Yes. Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount.
What is the cancellation policy?
A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, using destination local time.
