Giftun Island : The Egyptian Maldives
We always marvel at the beauty of the Maldives and how wonderful they are, and we wish we could go there to enjoy the most beautiful landscapes. But did you know that God blessed Egypt with what is more wonderful than it? Yes, there is Giftun Island in Hurghada, which is called the, Egyptian Maldives, because of the natural beauty it contains that you will not find anywhere else, so let us explore Giftun Island.
Giftun Island, Hurghada
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Giftun Island is located about 11 km from the eastern part of the beaches of Hurghada. It is one of the most famous nature reserves in Egypt, and it is among the 39 Egyptian nature reserves, but it is distinguished as the only island where visitors are allowed to disembark and enjoy its famous beaches such as the famous reserve beach. In addition to the presence of some rare wild animals and some reptiles. Especially since its beaches are not devoid of rare coral reefs with picturesque natural colors and colorful marine fish of rare species.
Coral reefs
Therefore, fishing on the island is prohibited to preserve its natural resources. The island is one of the most important Egyptian tourist sources, as it is a magnet for foreign tourism and a destination for all different nationalities. Diving enthusiasts come to it to practice their hobby in the most beautiful parts of the earth. The island contains 14 distinct spots for practicing diving and snorkeling ( He is floating on the surface of the water wearing what is called a life jacket and wearing one of the water glasses so that you can see fish and coral reefs from above the surface of the water)
It is worth noting that the Giftun Islands were divided as a result of rifting and environmental factors, thus becoming the Greater Giftun Island, which occupies the greatest importance and extends over an area of 18 km. Its coastline is 34 km long. Lesser Giftun Island, which is located to the southeast of the Grand Island, extends over an area of 3 km and has a coastline of 8 km².
Giftun Island trip
If you are a visitor to Hurghada and wonder how to start your trip to the island? What is the plan for the Giftun trip? And what activities they do. Can you play and enjoy it? Here is the answer
Your trip to Giftun Island starts from the moment you leave your hotel until you reach the beach or port for Giftun cruises, which start at nine in the morning, as the assembly begins at the port at eight thirty and the ninth ships move after the completion of the agreed upon numbers. Itinerary The itinerary varies slightly from one company to another, but it is the same program system.
The trip includes lunch on the boat and two stops for about an hour in the most beautiful spots of Giftun Island in the Red Sea to practice diving and snorkeling. And disembarking on one of the famous Giftun beaches. The price of the trip varies according to the type of beach on which it is descended. We will address the most famous beaches of Giftun Island in Hurghada.
The island includes many different beaches, including public and private, such as
•Public beaches without chairs and umbrellas.
• Distinctive beaches such as Orange and Paradise
• A protected beach and considered a VIP beach
All beaches are characterized by clear turquoise water that you think is a swimming pool because of its purity, soft white sand, coral reefs of intertwined natural colors and rare colored fish.