If you are looking for great diving or snorkeling experiences, fascinating coral reefs, long sandy beaches and warm dry weather all year around, Hurghada is the place for you. This coastal resort town along the Red Sea coast of Egypt offers also great opportunities for sports fishing, sailing, windsurfing, and nightlife, as well as interesting tours to Sahara desert.
Seaside resort town located in the west coast of the Red Sea in Egypt, Hurghada is surrounded by deserts inland and magnificent coral reefs at sea. Many hotels in Hurghada area are self-contained resorts along the seashore that are ideal for families. In addition to Europeans, Hurghada receives also a lot of Egyptian tourists. It is the leading seashore resort on the Red Sea coast and has plenty of coastal resort hotels with shops, restaurants and nightlife. The town of Hurghada has a bazaar and a more local feel to it than for example Sharm El Sheikh.
Water sports. The rich offshore coral reefs in Hurghada are considered some of the finest in the world. If you do not want to dive or snorkel, you can also admire them from a glass-bottom boat ride. Many resort hotels in Hurghada have their own dive instructors and also arrange diving and snorkeling courses and excursions. Hurghada is also a center for other aquatic sports like windsurfing, sailing and big game fishing.
Other activities. Although situated in a desert area, there are golf courses in Hurghada for golfers to enjoy. Many local tour operators arrange tours from Hurghada to the deserts around the town by jeeps, camels on horseback or by squad bikes. In addition to all this, there is also lively nightlife in Hurghada with many bars and nightclubs. Excursions to Cairo and Luxor are offered for those wanting to see more of Egypt.
Seaside resort town located in the west coast of the Red Sea in Egypt, Hurghada is surrounded by deserts inland and magnificent coral reefs at sea. Many hotels in Hurghada area are self-contained resorts along the seashore that are ideal for families. In addition to Europeans, Hurghada receives also a lot of Egyptian tourists. It is the leading seashore resort on the Red Sea coast and has plenty of coastal resort hotels with shops, restaurants and nightlife. The town of Hurghada has a bazaar and a more local feel to it than for example Sharm El Sheikh.
Sights and activities in Hurghada: diving, beaches, fishing, golf and nightlife
Hurghada charms its visitors with endless silvery sand beaches that are ideal for beach holidays. However, the main attraction in Hurghada is the beautiful Red Sea that provides great year-round opportunities for snorkeling and diving in Hurghada. The water is warm and the visibility is good, so snorkeling in Hurghada is also a good way to see the coral reefs and their marine life just tens of meters from the beach. If you need a day-off from diving and beach life you can visit the local marine biology museum or one of the nice mosques of Hurghada.Water sports. The rich offshore coral reefs in Hurghada are considered some of the finest in the world. If you do not want to dive or snorkel, you can also admire them from a glass-bottom boat ride. Many resort hotels in Hurghada have their own dive instructors and also arrange diving and snorkeling courses and excursions. Hurghada is also a center for other aquatic sports like windsurfing, sailing and big game fishing.
Other activities. Although situated in a desert area, there are golf courses in Hurghada for golfers to enjoy. Many local tour operators arrange tours from Hurghada to the deserts around the town by jeeps, camels on horseback or by squad bikes. In addition to all this, there is also lively nightlife in Hurghada with many bars and nightclubs. Excursions to Cairo and Luxor are offered for those wanting to see more of Egypt.
Hurghada travel information and practical tips
Hurghada has a dry desert climate with hot summers, warm winters and plenty of sunshine.
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Daily high temperatures in Hurghada are around 30 degrees Celsius during most of the year and sunny weather is guaranteed.
Traveling to Hurghada is easy by air: the international airport there receives flights to Hurghada from elsewhere in Egypt as well as scheduled and charter flights from various cities in Europe. You can also travel to Hurghada by bus from Cairo or by ferry from Sharm El Sheikh in the Sinai Peninsula.
Local transport in Hurghada is mainly handled by taxis, but renting a car in Hurghada is also a good option as it allows you to visit also other locations along the coast. The local taxis do not necessarily have meters, so you should agree on the price before getting into one.
Visitor services. There is a large number of seaside resort hotels in Hurghada coastline to choose from. English is widely spoken in the local tourist facilities. The many available restaurants in Hurghada offer cuisine for all tastes and budgets, and the large resorts and Hurghada town center have many nightlife options as well.
Safety. Hurghada is a relatively safe destination, but since petty crime such as pick-pocketing exists and there have been occasional terrorist attacks against tourists in Egypt, it is worthwhile to be cautious. Women should dress conservatively while in public town areas to avoid harassment.
hint See also these nearby destinations: Sharm el-Sheikh
