Qulan Islands
جزر قلعان
A group of small islands offshore from Hamata, ringed by white sand, mangroves and shallow reefs; a snorkeling and birdwatching day trip within the national park.
جزر قلعان (Qulan Islands) are a group of low, flat islands near Hamata. They belong to the marine section of Wadi El Gemal National Park. The islands have white-sand beaches and mangroves, and the surrounding shallow reefs are intact and rich in fish. In winter they serve as a habitat for migratory birds such as ospreys and herons. Trips usually depart by boat from Hamata port, stopping for snorkeling and rest on the sand, and some boat operators may take guests to nearby shallow reefs. To protect bird breeding, some islands are off-limits to landing, so follow the instructions of boat crews and park rangers. The drive from Marsa Alam to Hamata takes about 1.5 hours.
Opening hours
Daytime, on board the boat
Nearby sights
- Wadi El Gemal National Park
- Sataya Reef
- Sharm El Luli
- Samadai Reef (Dolphin House)
- Marsa Alam Town
- Marsa Shagra
- Elphinstone Reef
- Abu Dabbab Bay, Marsa Alam