Is it safe to swim or snorkel around the reefs in Hurghada, and do you need aqua shoes?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 6 days ago
TL;DR
Yes, swimming and snorkeling around Hurghada’s reefs is generally comfortable, but for safety you should not touch fish or corals. Travelers recommend sturdy aqua shoes for entering the water and shallow areas because dangerous marine life, including stonefish, may be present.
What the community said
For reef swimming in Hurghada, travelers recommend proper sturdy aqua shoes rather than the cheapest pair, to protect your feet when entering the water and walking on rocky seabeds.
6 days ago aqua shoes
The main sea-safety rule is not to touch anything with your hands or feet, including fish and corals. Travelers specifically mentioned the risk of stepping on a stonefish, so extra caution is needed in shallow water.
6 days ago stonefish
Swimmers say the Red Sea around Hurghada is very buoyant and comfortable for floating, with beautiful reefs and plenty of fish. Still, easy swimming conditions do not replace basic marine safety rules.
6 days ago Red Sea, Hurghada
Another important point for Hurghada reefs is not to feed fish with bread, eggs, or other food. Travelers warn that this harms the marine ecosystem, damages the reef, and ruins the snorkeling experience for others.
6 days ago Hurghada reefs