Magawish Island

Magawish is an island off Hurghada, far less present in the classic programmes than Giftun, Paradise or Orange Bay. The outing follows the same format as our other island excursions: transfer from the hotel, boarding at Hurghada port, then a day split between snorkeling and the beach. Two snorkeling stops are planned on nearby reefs, above coral gardens where parrotfish, surgeonfish and sergeant-majors are easy to spot. Mask, snorkel and buoyancy vest are provided on board and the crew is with you at every entry into the water.

The island itself stays simple: a long strip of pale sand, palm-leaf huts lined up along the shore, a few shaded areas and a jetty reaching out over a shallow lagoon with very clear water. The setting works as well for swimming as for photos. Lunch is served as a buffet, with soft drinks. You sail back to Hurghada in the late afternoon. If you would rather have a better-known island and a well-tested programme, Mahmya and Orange Bay remain the safe bets.

Good to know: the transfer covers Hurghada hotels only, and a surcharge may apply if yours is further out. Full price from age 11, half price for children aged 5 to 11 with a parent or legal guardian, free under 5. The child rate is applied when we confirm your booking.