Abu Dabbab Lodge
Abu Dabbab Lodge
Abu Dabbab Lodge is a quiet and charming hideaway on Abu Dabbab Bay. One of of the Red Sea most popular places for snorkeling and diving. Here you stay in spacious wooden bungalows surrounded by blooming bougainvillea, palm trees and a tranquil garden setting that gives the feeling of a green oasis in the middle of the desert.
The lodge consists of 62 bungalows built in natural materials, all with a terrace and views of the garden, mountains or pool area. StandaThe accommodation is simple but comfortable, with air conditioning and plenty of space to relax between adventures. The grounds also include swimming pools, a restaurant, a bar and generous social areas.
What really makes Abu Dabbab Lodge special is its location. The famous Abu Dabbab Beach is just a short walk away – famous for its sea turtles, colourful coral reefs and the occasional chance to see the legendary dugong. Here you can snorkel or dive right from the beach and experience one of Marsa Alam’s most wildlife-rich areas.
Perfect for those who want to combine quiet moments in the greenery with spectacular encounters below the surface.
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Diving in Marsa Alam
Marsa Alam is a diver's paradise - with calm, sheltered bays, colorful reefs and some of the Red Sea's most legendary underwater encounters. Here are some of the area's most popular and accessible dive sites:
Abu Dabbab Bay
One of Marsa Alam's most iconic spots. Here you will often encounter large sea turtles in shallow water and have the chance to see dugongs grazing in the seagrass. The house reef offers both wide sandy bottoms and vibrant coral areas - perfect for all levels.
Marsa Mubarak
A protected lagoon with crystal clear waters and excellent chances for turtle encounters. The reef walls outside the bay are full of color, and the dive sites are suitable for both beginners and experienced divers.
Marsa Egla
A favorite reef south of Abu Dabbab. Here you will find reef walls, soft corals and plenty of reef fish. Dolphins sometimes pass by, which makes every dive a little extra exciting.
Sha'ab Samadai – Dolphin House
A crescent-shaped reef system where a local pod of dolphins often resides. Diving takes place along walls and coral gardens with the chance to see everything from moray eels to pelagic fish.
Marsa Shagra House Reef
One of the area's most famous house reefs – right outside the Marsa Shagra dive camp. Here you can do unlimited dives and always find something new: colorful coral blocks, deeper walls and a large macro life. Perfect for relaxed, flexible diving.
Marsa Nakari House Reef
Scenic and peaceful house reef with varied topography – from shallow coral gardens to deeper sections where larger fish and sometimes sharks can be seen passing by. Close to several great boat trips with the dive center on site.
Elphinstone Reef
The great classic. A deep, current-filled reef known for hammerhead sharks, oceanic whitetips and a dramatic underwater landscape. Recommended for more experienced divers – but is undoubtedly one of the Red Sea's most spectacular sites.
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Abu Dabbab Lodge
Diving in Marsa Alam
