Hamata or Island of Love is a flat, incredibly elongated island with white sand and vegetation, where unique birds nest. And nearby is a many-kilometer wonderful coral reef.
Available days: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
A child under 5 years old is free, 5-11 years old $35.
Please note that the amount of the fee for being in the protected area is $ 5 and is included in the price of the tour.
Departure from hotels starting at 04:45 (El Quseer) depending on the location of the hotel.
The excursion program includes:
– Transfer from the hotel to Port Hamata – approximately 140 km from Marsa Alam Airport;
– Start trip at 09:00;
– Travel time to Syal Island is about 40 minutes by boat;
– Stop for snorkeling in the open sea for about an hour;
– Guests can swim to Syal Island by themself or by speed boat (free of charge);
– Stay on Syal Island for about 30 minutes (beach time, swimming from the shore, walking along the unique coast with mangroves, watching at bird and other island dwellers);
– Return to the boat (on your own or on a speed boat);
– Travel time to Hamata Island about 30 minutes by boat;
– Snorkeling around the island about an hour;
– Lunch and soft drinks on board;
– Travel time to the small island (Um El Sheikh Island) about 20 minutes on a boat;
– Snorkeling around the island about an hour;
– Arrival to Port Hamata at 15:00;
– Transfer to the hotel.
The excursion price includes:
– Transport service;
– Lunch and soft drinks;
– Equipment for snorkeling;
– Life jacket;
– Services of an guide.
The cost of the excursion does not include (paid separately if guests want):
– Photo and video materials made by the photographer on board;
– Personal expenses.
Be sure to take with you to the excursion:
– Copies of the passport (given to the guide during boarding);
– Swimming suit;
– Headwear;
– Sunglasses;
– Beach towel;
– Drinks;
– Sun cream;
– Phone or camera;
– Money for personal expenses.
Note:
✔️ For video and photography, as well as the timeliness for discs delivery to the hotel, negotiate on the spot, the company “Cool Egypt” is not responsible.
✔️ It is highly recommended to wear a life jacket while snorkeling.
✔️ The start and end times of the excursion may vary depending of the season (summer/winter).
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