{"id":3656,"date":"2026-10-22T15:00:08","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T12:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/?p=3656"},"modified":"2026-10-21T23:30:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T20:30:50","slug":"giftun-island-diving-hurghada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/","title":{"rendered":"Giftun Island Diving in Hurghada: Reefs, Marine Life and Tips (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Giftun_Island_Diving_in_Hurghada_The_Red_Seas_Favourite_Island_Reefs\"><\/span><b>Giftun Island Diving in Hurghada: The Red Sea&#8217;s Favourite Island Reefs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Giftun Island diving in Hurghada is on almost every diver&#8217;s wish list. Just a short boat ride from the coast, the Giftun islands are surrounded by colourful coral gardens, dramatic walls and crystal-clear water that suit beginners and experienced divers alike.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#Giftun_Island_Diving_in_Hurghada_The_Red_Seas_Favourite_Island_Reefs\" >Giftun Island Diving in Hurghada: The Red Sea&#8217;s Favourite Island Reefs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#Where_Is_Giftun_Island\" >Where Is Giftun Island?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#What_Makes_Giftun_Island_Diving_Special\" >What Makes Giftun Island Diving Special?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#What_Marine_Life_Can_You_See_at_Giftun\" >What Marine Life Can You See at Giftun?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#Is_Giftun_Island_Good_for_Beginners\" >Is Giftun Island Good for Beginners?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#How_Much_Does_a_Giftun_Diving_Trip_Cost\" >How Much Does a Giftun Diving Trip Cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#Tips_for_Diving_at_Giftun_Island\" >Tips for Diving at Giftun Island<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#Book_Your_Giftun_Island_Dive\" >Book Your Giftun Island Dive<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#How_far_is_Giftun_Island_from_Hurghada\" >How far is Giftun Island from Hurghada?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#How_deep_are_the_dive_sites_at_Giftun\" >How deep are the dive sites at Giftun?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#Can_I_snorkel_at_Giftun_Island\" >Can I snorkel at Giftun Island?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/fr\/giftun-island-diving-hurghada\/#Is_there_a_fee_to_visit_the_Giftun_protected_area\" >Is there a fee to visit the Giftun protected area?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The area is a protected marine zone, so the reefs stay healthy and full of life. Want to dive Giftun on your holiday? Send us your dates in the form below and we will plan the best day for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"everest-forms\"><div class=\"evf-container layout-two\" id=\"evf-664\"><form id=\"evf-form-664\" class=\"everest-form\" data-formid=\"664\" data-ajax_submission=\"0\" data-keyboard_friendly_form=\"0\" data-form_state_type=\"\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" action=\"\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3656\"><div class=\"evf-field-container\"><input type=\"hidden\" id=\"_wpnonce664\" name=\"_wpnonce664\" value=\"b2d203c55a\" \/><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_wp_http_referer\" value=\"\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3656\" \/><div class=\"evf-frontend-row\" data-row=\"row_1\" conditional_rules=\"[]\"><div class=\"evf-frontend-grid evf-grid-2\" data-grid=\"grid_1\"><div id=\"evf-664-field_ys0GeZISRs-1-container\" class=\"evf-field evf-field-first-name form-row validate-required\" data-required-field-message=\"This field is required.\" data-field-id=\"ys0GeZISRs-1\"><label class=\"evf-field-label\" for=\"evf-664-field_ys0GeZISRs-1\"><span class=\"evf-label\">Full Name<\/span> <abbr class=\"required\" title=\"N\u00e9cessaire\">*<\/abbr><\/label><input type=\"text\" id=\"evf-664-field_ys0GeZISRs-1\" class=\"input-text\" name=\"everest_forms[form_fields][ys0GeZISRs-1]\" required><\/div><div id=\"evf-664-field_GU24mUTKxO-12-container\" class=\"evf-field evf-field-phone form-row validate-required validate-phone\" data-required-field-message=\"\" data-field-id=\"GU24mUTKxO-12\"><label class=\"evf-field-label\" for=\"evf-664-field_GU24mUTKxO-12\"><span class=\"evf-label\">Phone<\/span> <abbr class=\"required\" title=\"N\u00e9cessaire\">*<\/abbr><\/label><input type=\"tel\" id=\"evf-664-field_GU24mUTKxO-12\" class=\"input-text evf-smart-phone-field\" data-rule-smart-phone-field=\"true\" name=\"everest_forms[form_fields][GU24mUTKxO-12]\" required><\/div><\/div><div class=\"evf-frontend-grid evf-grid-2\" data-grid=\"grid_2\"><div id=\"evf-664-field_29GJhOXdeF-5-container\" class=\"evf-field evf-field-date-time form-row validate-required\" data-required-field-message=\"This field is required.\" data-field-id=\"29GJhOXdeF-5\"><label class=\"evf-field-label\" for=\"evf-664-field_29GJhOXdeF-5\"><span class=\"evf-label\">Date \/ Time<\/span> <abbr class=\"required\" title=\"N\u00e9cessaire\">*<\/abbr><\/label><input type=\"text\" id=\"evf-664-field_29GJhOXdeF-5\" class=\"flatpickr-field input-text\" name=\"everest_forms[form_fields][29GJhOXdeF-5]\" data-time-interval=\"15\" data-date-time=\"date\" data-mode=\"single\" data-locale=\"en\" data-date-format=\"Y-m-d\" required ><\/div><div id=\"evf-664-field_LbH5NxasXM-2-container\" class=\"evf-field evf-field-email form-row validate-required validate-email\" data-required-field-message=\"Please enter a valid email address.\" data-field-id=\"LbH5NxasXM-2\"><label class=\"evf-field-label\" for=\"evf-664-field_LbH5NxasXM-2\"><span class=\"evf-label\">Email<\/span> <abbr class=\"required\" title=\"N\u00e9cessaire\">*<\/abbr><\/label><input type=\"email\" id=\"evf-664-field_LbH5NxasXM-2\" class=\"input-text\" name=\"everest_forms[form_fields][LbH5NxasXM-2]\" required ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"evf-frontend-row\" data-row=\"row_2\" conditional_rules=\"[]\"><div class=\"evf-frontend-grid evf-grid-1\" data-grid=\"grid_1\"><div id=\"evf-664-field_66FR384cge-3-container\" class=\"evf-field evf-field-text form-row validate-required\" data-required-field-message=\"This field is required.\" data-field-id=\"66FR384cge-3\"><label class=\"evf-field-label\" for=\"evf-664-field_66FR384cge-3\"><span class=\"evf-label\">Hotel Name<\/span> <abbr class=\"required\" title=\"N\u00e9cessaire\">*<\/abbr><\/label><input type=\"text\" id=\"evf-664-field_66FR384cge-3\" class=\"input-text\" name=\"everest_forms[form_fields][66FR384cge-3]\" required><\/div><div id=\"evf-664-field_BTHyEdkhNI-6-container\" class=\"evf-field evf-field-select form-row\" data-field-id=\"BTHyEdkhNI-6\"><label class=\"evf-field-label\" for=\"evf-664-field_BTHyEdkhNI-6\"><span class=\"evf-label\">Choose your Trip<\/span> <\/label><select id=\"evf-664-field_BTHyEdkhNI-6\" class=\"input-text\" name=\"everest_forms[form_fields][BTHyEdkhNI-6]\" ><option value=\"\" class=\"placeholder\" disabled  selected='selected'>Select Trip<\/option><option value=\"None\" >None<\/option><option value=\"Snorkeling - 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\u20ac15<\/label><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"evf-664-field_yhGx3FOwr2-4-container\" class=\"evf-field evf-field-textarea form-row\" data-field-id=\"yhGx3FOwr2-4\"><label class=\"evf-field-label evf-label-hide\" for=\"evf-664-field_yhGx3FOwr2-4\"><span class=\"evf-label\">Notes<\/span> <\/label><textarea id=\"evf-664-field_yhGx3FOwr2-4\" class=\"input-text\" name=\"everest_forms[form_fields][yhGx3FOwr2-4]\" placeholder=\"Add your notes here\"  ><\/textarea><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"evf-honeypot-container evf-field-hp\"><label for=\"evf-664-field-hp\" class=\"evf-field-label\">Comment<\/label><input type=\"text\" name=\"everest_forms[hp]\" id=\"evf-664-field-hp\" class=\"input-text\"><\/div><div class=\"evf-submit-container \" ><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"everest_forms[id]\" value=\"664\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"everest_forms[author]\" value=\"1\"><button type='submit' name='everest_forms[submit]' class='everest-forms-submit-button button evf-submit ' id='evf-submit-664' value='evf-submit' data-process-text=\"Processing\u2026\" conditional_rules='&quot;&quot;' conditional_id='evf-submit-664'  id=\"evf-submit-664\" aria-live=\"assertive\">Submit<\/button><\/div><\/form><\/div><!-- .evf-container --><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Is_Giftun_Island\"><\/span><b>Where Is Giftun Island?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Giftun is a pair of islands just off the coast of Hurghada: Big Giftun (Giftun Kebir) and Small Giftun (Giftun Soraya). They sit inside a protected area in the Red Sea, which limits development and helps preserve the coral.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Hurghada&#8217;s harbour, the boat ride usually takes around 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the site and sea conditions. This makes Giftun perfect for a relaxed day with two dives.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Makes_Giftun_Island_Diving_Special\"><\/span><b>What Makes Giftun Island Diving Special?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Giftun offers a wide variety of dive sites around one island group. On the same day you can explore:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shallow coral gardens<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the sheltered sides, ideal for beginners and snorkelers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Coral walls<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dropping into the blue, with soft corals and sea fans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gentle drift dives<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> along the reef when there is a light current<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sandy patches<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where you may spot rays and garden eels<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visibility is often 20 to 30 metres, and the water is warm for most of the year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Marine_Life_Can_You_See_at_Giftun\"><\/span><b>What Marine Life Can You See at Giftun?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Giftun reefs are rich in Red Sea marine life. Common sightings include clownfish in anemones, parrotfish, butterflyfish, groupers, moray eels and colourful nudibranchs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a little luck, you may meet a Napoleon wrasse, a turtle or a blue-spotted stingray. Dolphins are sometimes seen on the boat ride. Remember: never touch or chase marine life, so these reefs stay beautiful for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Giftun_Island_Good_for_Beginners\"><\/span><b>Is Giftun Island Good for Beginners?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, Giftun is one of the best places near Hurghada for beginners. The sheltered sides have calm, shallow reefs where new divers can practise skills and enjoy the view without going deep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First-timers can join an<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/introductory-diving-in-hurghada\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">introductory dive in Hurghada<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and many students complete their open water dives here during the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/padi-open-water-diver-course-in-hurghada\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PADI Open Water Diver course<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Experienced divers can enjoy the deeper walls and drift sections.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Does_a_Giftun_Diving_Trip_Cost\"><\/span><b>How Much Does a Giftun Diving Trip Cost?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Chloe&#8217;s Diving Center, a day trip with two boat dives costs \u20ac55, including food, drinks, tanks and weights. An introductory dive for non-certified divers costs \u20ac65 with full equipment and an instructor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A daily marine park tax of \u20ac5 per person applies, and full equipment rental costs \u20ac20 per day. Check all options on our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/daily-diving-prices-in-hurghada\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diving prices in Hurghada<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> page.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Diving_at_Giftun_Island\"><\/span><b>Tips for Diving at Giftun Island<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use reef-safe sunscreen to protect the coral.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work on your buoyancy so you never touch the reef.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring a light jacket for the boat ride in winter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask your guide about the current before drift dives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-divers can join the boat for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/snorkeling-in-hurghada\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">snorkeling in Hurghada<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Book_Your_Giftun_Island_Dive\"><\/span><b>Book Your Giftun Island Dive<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Giftun Island diving in Hurghada combines healthy reefs, easy access and something for every level. Join one of our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/daily-diving-trips-in-hurghada\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">daily diving trips in Hurghada<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and see why divers return here again and again.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chloes-diving.com\/booking\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book your dive<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or message us on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/201221590220\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WhatsApp<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n        <section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n            <div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_far_is_Giftun_Island_from_Hurghada\"><\/span>How far is Giftun Island from Hurghada?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>                <div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                    <p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe boat ride usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes from Hurghada's harbour, depending on the dive site and conditions.                    <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t        <section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n            <div>\n\t\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_deep_are_the_dive_sites_at_Giftun\"><\/span>How deep are the dive sites at Giftun?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>                <div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                    <p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThere are shallow gardens from about 5 metres and walls that go much deeper. Your guide chooses sites that match your certification.                    <\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t        <section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n            <div>\n\t\t\t\t<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_snorkel_at_Giftun_Island\"><\/span>Can I snorkel at Giftun Island?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>                <div>\n\t\t\t\t\t                    <p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYes. 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