Hurghada in a Day | Culture, Shopping & Highlights
The Hurghada Day Tour is a wonderful blend of culture, coastal beauty, and lifestyle, truly at the heart of Egypt's Red Sea coast. There is this entir...
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Day Tour
Grand Aquarium day tour from hurghada
Trip overview
Hurghada Grand Aquarium Tour
Dive into the magic of marine life with an aquarium day tour in Hurghada, one of the thrilling and enriching Hurghada day tours. This tour is ideal for families, nature lovers, and anyone who just wants to know more about the underwater world. More than 1,200 interesting species in about 24 stupendous galleries: a real mixture of entertainment and education, making this one of Egypt's favorite day tours and a highlight on any Egypt tour itinerary.
Located in the heart of the Red Sea region, the Grand Aquarium Hurghada is an unforgettable experience as you walk through 48 meters underneath a giant tank filled with sharks, rays, and vibrant colored fish. Divers will be feeding the marine life right before your eyes, or you may simply admire the singular aquatic ecosystem, making this one of the best adventures in Hurghada for people of all ages.
From interactive exhibits to live shows and a marine zoo, this experience will add a refreshing twist to your Egypt day tour, making it a must-do among the top family-friendly things to do in Hurghada.
Tour highlights
What makes this day different
Grand Aquarium
Walk beneath sharks and stingrays through the underwater tunnel.
The route
Your itinerary
Your day at a glance
Hotel pickup & drop-off
From/To your hotel in Hurghada
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Hurghada Grand Aquarium
Explore the Grand Aquarium, home to more than 3,500 square metres of marine and freshwater habitats. Walk through the underwater tunnel and get close to sharks, stingrays, rare riverine species and colourful coral fish — with the chance to watch divers feed the animals in real time.
Underwater tunnel
Sharks & stingrays
Diver feeding session
Back to your hotel
Return transfer at the end of your day — hotel, Nile cruise dock or the airport.
What's included
Everything's taken care of
Included
- Meet and assist at your hotel in Hurghada, with round-trip transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Complimentary bottled mineral water provided during all Egypt day tours.
- Entrance ticket to the Hurghada Grand Aquarium, covering all exhibit access.
- Accompaniment by a professional English-speaking tour leader throughout your Hurghada excursions.
- All applicable service charges and taxes included in your Hurghada day tour.
Not included
- Any additional items or activities not mentioned in the Grand Aquarium Hurghada itinerary.
- Tipping is not included but remains optional throughout all Egypt tours.
- Personal expenses and any private purchases.
- Tour pricing may vary during Christmas, New Year, or Easter Egypt tours.
Prices
One rate all year — the more of you, the less each pays
Group sizePrice per person
Solo travellerPrivate tour for one
US$ 70/ person
2–4 travellers
US$ 55/ person
5–8 travellers
US$ 50/ person
9–12 travellers
US$ 50/ person
Essential information
Before the morning of your tour
We collect you from your hotel in the morning by private vehicle — just tell us your preferred time when you book. Your guide's name and number are sent the evening before.
- Closed walking shoes
- A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Small notes for tips
Phone and camera photography is free throughout the aquarium; flash photography may be restricted near some tanks.
The aquarium is fully indoors, paved and easy walking throughout.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. No prepayment is taken to reserve the date — you settle with your guide on the day.
Good to know
Day tour FAQs
Yes — from any hotel in Hurghada, at no extra cost.
Yes, entrance is included in the tour price.
Very little — the aquarium is compact and fully indoors.
Comfortable clothing; no special gear is needed.
Yes — ask us about combining it with other Hurghada day tours.
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