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Picnic Beach Sections

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Picnic beach sections on Giftun Island are designated sandy areas where visitors can relax, sit, and enjoy light meals by the sea. These sections are designed for casual rest while maintaining the natural beach environment. Located away from crowded swimming zones, picnic areas offer a quieter setting with open sea views. They are ideal for families and small groups taking a break during island visits. For travelers, picnic beach sections provide a comfortable place to rest, enjoy refreshments, and appreciate the island atmosphere.

What to See & Do

  • 🧺 Relax on Sandy Picnic Areas: Settle into shaded wooden benches or low-slung Bedouin-style seating built directly onto the soft white sand 🏝️.
  • 🍽️ Enjoy Light Meals & Refreshments: Most tours provide a buffet lunch featuring grilled chicken, kofta, Egyptian rice, and fresh salads, served in open-air pavilions overlooking the sea 🍛.
  • ⛵ Watch Passing Boats: Position yourself to watch the “Yacht Parade”—the rhythmic arrival and departure of white cruisers navigating the deep blue channels of the Giftun Straits 🛳️.
  • 🌊 Calm Beach Surroundings: Take advantage of the picnic zone’s set-back location to enjoy the natural sounds of the Red Sea without the “splash noise” of the main swimming areas 🕊️.
  • 🧊 Take Breaks Between Swims: Use the picnic hour to let your body temperature stabilize and your gear dry in the warm Egyptian sun before your next immersion 🧊.

How to Get There

  • 🛥️ By Boat: Access to these picnic and dining zones is included in every standard Giftun Island tour departing from the Hurghada Marina 📍.
  • 👣 On Foot: The picnic areas are centrally located, usually just a 1–2 minute walk from the docking piers and main swimming lagoons 👣.
  • 🎒 Guided Tours: Your boat guide or island host will lead your group to a reserved section of the picnic area to ensure your party stays together for the meal service 🚐.

Travel Tips

  • ♻️ Zero-Waste Policy: Giftun is a strictly managed National Park. Use the color-coded recycling bins for all plastics and cans to help maintain the 2026 “Clean Island” initiative 🗑️.
  • 🏜️ Protect Food from Sand: The island’s sand is extremely fine. Keep your food containers closed and elevated on the provided tables to prevent the wind from “seasoning” your meal with grit 🥪.
  • 🦅 Wildlife Etiquette: Avoid feeding the local gulls or crabs. Maintaining the natural diet of the island’s fauna is a key part of the Marine Protectorate data-driven conservation plan 🛑.
  • 🤝 Respect Shared Spaces: During the busy 1:00 PM lunch hour, seating is often shared. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow travelers and exchange snorkeling tips from the morning session 🗣️.

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕒 12:30 PM – **Lunch break at the picnic area:** Head to the shaded pavilion for a buffet meal while the sun is at its peak and UV levels are highest 📍.
  • 🕒 1:15 PM – **Relax and enjoy sea views:** Sip on a cold hibiscus tea or mint lemonade while capturing the midday “neon blue” water colors from your table 📸.
  • 🕒 2:30 PM – **Resume island activities:** Re-apply your reef-safe sunscreen and head back to the lagoon or the walking paths for a final exploration session 🏊.
  • 🕒 4:00 PM – **Prepare for return:** Gather any personal belongings and ensure your picnic spot is left pristine before heading to the dock for the sunset cruise ⛵.

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: During island visit hours

Entry Fee:

: Included in Giftun Island tours

Best Time to Visit:

Midday for rest breaks

Location

📌• Picnic Beach Sections, Giftun Island, Red Sea, Egypt

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