How to get to the reef for snorkeling near Sapphire/Safir hotel in Dahab?

The hotel's correct name is Safir, a participant clarified in late July 2026. To walk to the reef, stand on the shore facing the sea: on your left is the kite lagoon, called the "kite puddle" in the discussion. Walk around it.

After going around the lagoon, walk out onto the cape and continue a little toward the Lighthouse — that is where guests of Safir who want to snorkel on the reef were advised to go.

For navigation in Google Maps, the landmark is a point called the islands: according to a participant in July 2026, that is exactly where you should walk from the hotel.

An alternative for those who do not want to walk: in July 2026 a participant suggested taking a taxi from the hotel exit to Tree Pools next to the Happy dive center. You can spend a whole day there snorkeling or diving.

At Tree Pools, the same participant advised ordering something at the restaurant — at least 5 dollars' worth — so you can spend the day by the water in relative comfort. The amount reflects July 2026.