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Dugong Watch | 3 Days | Dugong Conservation Program

What you’ll do

Join the Dugong Watch | 3 Days | Dugong Conservation Program and explore the world of dugong conservation in the Red Sea. Learn to identify, monitor, and protect these gentle marine mammals while contributing to real scientific research.

  • Discover the fascinating biology of dugongs and their vital role in maintaining the health of the Red Sea ecosystem.
  • Learn to identify individual dugongs using real scientific tools and photographic identification techniques.
  • Participate in guided dugong surveys and contribute valuable data to international marine research platforms.
  • Understand dugong-friendly watch practices and how to conduct ethical, conservation-focused interactions with these vulnerable marine mammals.
  • Join a growing community committed to protecting marine life through the RED SEA DUGONG PROJECT™.

Hosted by

RED SEA PROJECT™ Ecotourism is an award-winning PADI Education Facility committed to sustainable marine exploration. It hosts a one-of-a-kind Marine Conservation and Education Center dedicated to environmental protection and public awareness. You are invited to explore pristine marine ecosystems and actively contribute to their preservation through engaging citizen science programs. Snorkeling-based activities for all ages foster a deeper understanding of marine life and the importance of conservation, seamlessly blending discovery with education. Every visitor plays a meaningful role in safeguarding our natural heritage—safely, responsibly, and enjoyably.

At RED SEA PROJECT™ Ecotourism, we offer more than a snorkeling trip; we welcome you into a world-class PADI Education Facility and Marine Conservation Centre where every moment in the water carries real meaning. By booking directly with us, you can travel with confidence, knowing your experience is fully legal, ethical, and actively giving back to the reefs you’ve come to explore.

  • Safety & Excellence: Standards You Can Trust

We maintain full compliance with ISO 24803 and ISO 13289 standards and are authorized by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and Chamber of Diving and Water Sports (CDWS). Every snorkeler in our care is equipped with professional-grade gear and guided by experienced local experts who know these waters intimately. With us, your safety isn't an afterthought, it is the foundation of everything we do. You are in safe hands.

  • Citizen Science: Be More Than a Spectator

Your time on the reef can count for more than memories. Through over 15 citizen science programmes, you can help gather meaningful data on the health of the marine environment. These non-invasive activities sit naturally alongside your snorkeling experience, turning a simple trip into a genuine contribution to marine conservation. You leave as more than a visitor—you leave as someone who made a tangible difference.

  • Education for All: Empowering Every Generation

Curiosity about the ocean belongs to every age. Our Marine Conservation and Education Centre runs hands-on programmes tailored for children, youth, and adults, combining interactive workshops with guided trips to the Red Sea’s most spectacular sites. We provide the high-quality snorkeling and photography gear you need to see every detail clearly, ensuring that your family’s experience is as educational as it is unforgettable. 

  • Sustainable Impact: The Golden Fin Standard

Every choice you make as a traveler has consequences. As a proud PADI Eco Center, Awarded with Golden Fin recognition, we operate at the highest global environmental standards. Our work is woven into Egypt’s national sustainability goals, ensuring that each visit strengthens rather than strains this precious ecosystem. By choosing us, you are making a conscious decision to travel responsibly, support the local community, and safeguard the Red Sea’s natural heritage for generations to come. 


RED SEA PROJECT™ Ecotourism is operating in accordance with the EN 14467 / ISO 24803 for recreational diving providers and ISO 13289 for the conduct of snorkeling excursions, as per the CDWS - Chamber of Diving and Water Sports and EUF European Underwater Federation's standards.

Order summary

Date and Time

15 May 8:30 a.m.
Duration: 3 days (approx.)

Location

Wadi Sabarah Lodge & Botanical Desert Garden, Marsa Alam, No State, 84721, Egypt

Languages

English, German, Italian, Arabic

Category

Citizen Science, Courses & Education

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