Where to buy a snorkeling mask and fins in Hurghada and how much do they cost?
Based on 2 discussions with 4 participants · Last activity: 1 day ago
Based on 2 discussions with 4 participants · Last activity: 1 day ago
TL;DR
Basic masks and fins are sold in shops and supermarkets near hotels for $8-20, though prices there are often inflated. For a quality mask, dive shops offer more reliable replicas.
Shops near hotels sell masks and fins for $8-20, but check the seal shape (dark or colored silicone) fits your face before buying — this affects the watertight seal.
Cheap masks near hotels are considered less reliable; a genuine quality mask runs $150-200, but decent affordable replicas are available specifically at dive shops.
Shops selling masks and fins can be found near hotels, but exact prices vary by location — it's worth comparing a few shops before buying.
The hotel's own supermarket quoted an inflated price for a kids' snorkeling mask — it's worth checking other nearby shops instead of relying only on the hotel outlet.