What to wear for snorkeling in Hurghada — wetsuit, rash guard or burkini?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 15 days ago
TL;DR
A wetsuit is more practical than a burkini — easier to put on and remove over a swimsuit. A long cotton shirt with SPF sunscreen works fine for casual snorkeling.
What the community said
A wetsuit turned out to be the best option for snorkeling — it's easy to put on and take off over a regular swimsuit, unlike a burkini which tends to shift and ride up while swimming.
15 days ago Wetsuit over swimsuit
Burkinis often don't fit well — they slide around and lose shape in the water. If you're a casual snorkeler rather than spending hours face-down in the sea, a long shirt plus SPF sunscreen is a simpler solution.
15 days ago Long shirt + SPF sunscreen
Basic packing list for a beach holiday in Hurghada: shorts, 2–3 tops, a couple of dresses for evening activities, swimsuit, a long cotton top for the beach, and sunscreen.
15 days ago Beach packing list