Sunny Hurghada is the largest of all resorts in Egypt . Bright sun and warm sea, the splendor of coral reefs, oriental dances – a holiday that awaits you in Hurghada all year round.

Hurghada is located on the east coast 500 km southeast of Cairo. Due to low humidity and constant breeze from the sea even at high air temperatures, the heat is tolerated very easily and the midday heat is not exhausting. The climate is favorable for any age without exception.

The swimming season lasts all year round. In Hurghada, thanks to the winds, excellent natural conditions for surfing have been created, and snorkeling, which does not require any special skills, will bring real pleasure to both adults and children.

The most interesting areas of Hurghada for tourists:

El Dahar is the historical center of the city, now some of the city’s attractions, entertainment centers, and in general, a bustling city life.
Sakkala is the newest, modern area of Hurghada. Modern beaches, discos and bowling, diving centers – are located here.
New Hurghada – this area appeared quite recently. In fact, this is the coastal strip of Hurghada, with hotels, water parks, diving centers, restaurants built.

So, the advantages of Hurghada:

sandy beaches;
convenient entry into the sea;
various excursion programs;
developed infrastructure;
numerous hotel facilities in different price categories.

You can write about Hurghada for a very long time, it’s better to come here and enjoy an unforgettable vacation.

The most famous hotels with quality service are:

Baron Palace Sahl Hasheesh 5 * (one of the most luxurious hotels on the coast)
Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh 5 * (luxurious VIP – hotel for demanding tourists)
Dana Beach Resort 5 * (the hotel is perfect for a family vacation, a romantic trip or a trip with friends)
Steigenberger Al Dau Beach 5 * (perfect for a family vacation with children)
Jungle Aqua Park 4 * (the hotel is ideal for an active family and youth vacation)
Mercure Hurghada 4 * (the hotel is suitable for an active youth and romantic vacation)

Most of the most famous restaurants and discos in Hurghada are located on the territory of hotels. One of the most popular is the Sindbad Beach Hotel Disco, where you can dance all night to the most famous European hits. You can also have a great time at the discos of the Intercontinental, Hilton Plaza and Hilton Resort hotels. Real gourmets are invited to visit Felfela Restaurant. It is famous not only for its excellent cuisine, but also for its convenient location: the slope of the mountain, descending to the sea, is divided into separate terraces. You can taste dishes of European and national cuisine, enjoying the view of the sea.

A wonderful fish restaurant next to the Grand Hotel will delight you with a variety of seafood dishes. There are several Chinese restaurants nearby. And, of course, for those who cannot live without cheeseburgers, Coca-Cola and pizza, the doors of McDonald’s and Pizza Hut are open. A huge five-story building in the center of Hurghada, built in the shape of a pyramid, is a Duty Free shopping center. Here, without a “suitcase” rush, you can buy perfumes, household appliances, leather goods, jewelry from the most famous world brands.

In addition to the fact that your purchases will not be subject to taxes, this is truly your only chance to buy alcoholic beverages at a reasonable price in a country where the majority of the population is Muslim. Be careful: you can only take advantage of your benefits within 24 hours of entering Egypt.

Climate

Due to the fact that Hurghada is not surrounded by mountains, like, for example, another famous Egyptian resort Sharm el-Sheikh, the climate here is cooler. In winter, this is, of course, a minus, but in the hot summer months it is a big advantage. However, sunny weather prevails all year round. It is thanks to the excellent weather conditions of the coast that water sports such as diving, surfing and others are most enjoyable. By the way, it is much easier to endure the heat even in the hottest months here, as a light breeze constantly blows from the sea.

Hurghada is an all-Egyptian health resort where you can relax all year round. In summer, the average air temperature is stable at around 30-35 degrees, and the water is 26-28 degrees Celsius. The average air temperature in winter is a little more than + 21 ° C, water + 20-23 ° C.

Hurghada Hotels and Infrastructure

Hurghada is a large, rapidly developing resort. There are now about 200 hotels here, and two or three more appear every month. Depending on your taste and budget, you can find hotels from 3 * to 5 *. In Hurghada such well-known chains as Hilton, Marriott, Sheraton, Intercontinental, Le Meridian and many others have built their hotels.

At this resort, tourists can shop in a duty-free shop. Within 24 hours of arrival, upon presentation of a passport, any foreigner can buy a pack of cigarettes, three units of alcohol and other goods.

Hurghada cuisine

In Hurghada there are many restaurants specializing in cuisines from around the world – restaurants with Italian menus, Chinese, English, Thai, French and Japanese. And, of course, there are many oriental restaurants serving Egyptian, Lebanese, Turkish and Moroccan dishes. Sometimes, gastronomic experiments can lead to disappointment, so it is better to visit good, proven restaurants. A frequent dish in local restaurants is kebab or barbecue – lamb or chicken on a skewer, usually served with rice or stuffed eggplant. It is worth trying the traditional Egyptian dessert – bakhlava, which is a thin layer of cookies with crushed pistachios, sugar and cinnamon. Other interesting desserts – konafa, basboosa, om ali will also appeal to sweet tooths.

On the picturesque coast is one of the most popular restaurants in Hurghada Felfela. At the disposal of its visitors are spacious panoramic terraces located on different levels, as well as separate relaxation areas with a romantic atmosphere. Felfela restaurant specializes in preparing meat dishes, and the chefs also excel at exquisite fish delicacies. Fans of exotic cuisine should try stuffed pigeons, and lovers of classics can easily choose a suitable treat.

Those who prefer fish dishes will definitely like El Mina Restaurant. Visitors have the opportunity to choose their own fish, shrimp and squid, which the chefs will prepare on special order in a matter of minutes. The restaurant has two beautiful rooms and is distinguished by a very hospitable and relaxed atmosphere.

Shopping in Hurghada

From Hurghada tourists like to bring as souvenirs statuettes of ancient Egyptian gods, made of stone, but you should be wary of fakes made of plaster, painted under the stone. Also popular are hookah and papyrus, which is also often a low-quality fake for 1-3 pounds, good papyrus is distinguished by a neat technique of drawing, and its cost is 10-20 pounds.

Hurghada Beaches

One of the nice features of Hurghada is that most of the beaches here are gentle and sandy, and only in some places the coral reef comes close to the shore, making it difficult to enter the water. In these cases, you can enter the water from pontoons, but this is not very convenient for children. So if you are going to relax with the whole family, it is better to clarify in advance which shore your hotel has. Most hotels have their own beaches, but there are also paid city public beaches.

Sights and entertainment in Hurghada

There are several attractions that are located directly in Hurghada. You can get to them by taxi.

Abdulhassan Elshazi Mosque is built in the Turkish style. The mosque opened only in the middle of the last century.

This mosque is not a tourist attraction, and non-Muslims are not allowed inside. You will have to admire the beauty of this mosque from the outside. It is really beautiful.

If you are very curious, you can look at the decoration of the mosque from the outside, some tourists do so.

When this mosque was built, the calculation of the number of believers was clearly incorrect, now the mosque cannot accommodate everyone who wants to pray. Often, especially on Fridays, people pray in gazebos nearby or in the courtyard.

The next attraction is already related to the Christian religion. The Coptic Church of Saint Shenouda was built in 1922. Some sources say that the church was built for oil workers by the British, but this is not entirely true.

The British began to build it, but in the end the church was transferred to the Copts. Many of the British features remain, but this church is Orthodox, not Anglican.

Saint Shenouda was born a shepherd, but fasted from an early age. Arriving at his uncle’s house, one day he heard a voice from God, which said: “Shenoda! You have already become the father of hermits!”

Saint Shenouda lived in the 5th century and was an exemplary monk.

Saint Shenouda founded two monasteries, the first is named after Saint Beshoy, the second was named in his honor. Both monasteries operate to this day.

The “1000 and One Nights” complex was created specifically for tourists. It is an entertainment complex with restaurants, where traditional shows with belly dancing, horse tricks, fakir shows and other performances are held.

The show is held in a hotel called Alf Leila Wa Leila, it will be interesting for everyone.

This performance shows dances with clubs, dances with skirts, belly dances, camels, horses and a wedding ceremony. In general, all the color in one place, it is convenient.

Basically, the elements of the show tell the story of Egypt from the era of the pharaohs to the present day. The most beautiful thing about the show is the scenery, which is the hotel itself.

Many tourists will be interested in watching the dancing fountain show. You can watch it at the Paradise Golden 5 Hotel, which is quite far from the city center, stock up on money for a taxi, although your hotel may be in the same area.

Among the interesting entertainment venues in Hurghada are the city aquarium, where you can see the underwater life of the Red Sea, and the Sinbad Hotel Aquapark. You should not expect anything outstanding from either the first or the second. Egypt is positioned as a place of inexpensive recreation, huge aquariums and outstanding water parks are not built here, this is not the United Arab Emirates.

Hurghada is a paradise for divers. Visibility in the Red Sea is simply magnificent, and the diversity of marine life is simply enormous.

The Red Sea is very warm, which is why it should contain so many fish, crustaceans and corals.

Around Hurghada there are more than 50 popular diving sites, almost every large hotel has a diving center.

Excursions from Hurghada

If you are tired of lying around like a seal on the beach or by the pool, you can take the opportunity and visit interesting excursions offered in Hurghada. These can be land or sea trips or a walk through the central part of the city.

If you are going to explore the city on your own, there is a taxi near each hotel. For a small fee (depending on the location), they will take you to the center of Hurghada. It is worth bargaining with the driver in advance so that there are no ambiguities when getting off.

One of the most important sights of Hurghada is the Abdulhassan Elshazi Mosque. The majestic temple cannot be missed. The light tones of the walls and the tall towers are striking in their appearance. Next to it stretches the magnificent Marina Boulevard. There are restaurants and cafes on it.

Parallel to the embankment is a souvenir street with many different shops. Here you can buy souvenirs from Egypt for yourself and your loved ones. And don’t forget to bargain.

Families with children can also visit the water park and the Grand Aquarium, if there are not enough fish in the Red Sea.

Hotels in Hurghada offer many excursions, both sea and land. The most popular:

Excursion from Hurghada to Luxor

Do not miss the opportunity to visit the ancient city of the pharaohs – Luxor. The ancient capital of Egypt is considered the pearl of the country. It takes about 4-5 hours to drive from Hurghada. From Sharm El Sheikh you can only get to Luxor by plane (plus Hurghada). The city is located on the banks of the Nile, which divides it into two parts: the western one – the city of the dead and the eastern one – the city of the living. In each part, centuries-old, ancient structures have been preserved.

Excursion from Hurghada to the Pyramids of Giza

Also from Hurghada you can visit the famous Egyptian pyramids. This is a long excursion. It will take almost a day. It takes about 6 hours to get to the pyramids, but it’s worth it. The ancient tombs are impressive in their scale and grandeur. Often the Pyramids of Giza are combined with an excursion to the Papyrus Museum and Aroma Oils from which perfumes are made.

A trip to the desert from Hurghada

Extreme enthusiasts can go to a real desert, to a Bedouin village. Only, keep in mind, the desert cannot be within half an hour’s drive from Hurghada. And if you are offered to ride quad bikes in the desert, this means riding in a chain one after the other, near the city, and this is definitely not the Sahara.

In fact, vacationers are offered a lot of entertainment, so the choice is yours. Just clarify all questions before the trip to avoid disappointment.

Sea walks in Hurghada

Paradise Island

We really liked the excursion to Paradise Island or Paradise Island. On the way to the island there were stops at picturesque reefs. We snorkeled and fed huge fish – Napoleons and Moray Eels. An island with stunning turquoise water and white sand.

Diving in the Red Sea

Photo of a coral colony on a reef, Egypt

Diving is the most popular sport in Egypt, organized by equipped boats that start their work early in the morning. Their destination is picturesque coral reefs, and – – the most attractive of them is Carless Reef with its thirty-meter ledges. This place is very dangerous, so only the most desperate and brave divers can do it. Tourists who do not risk going down to the seabed are offered to visit a huge aquarium and get no less vivid impressions from observing turtles, moray eels, stingrays and various fish.

You can also admire the marine fauna from the tourist submarine Sinbad, which is capable of descending to a depth of 75 meters. The vessel is equipped with wide screens through which the underwater beauties are clearly visible, and it is even possible to take unique photos and video. The entire excursion lasts about 50 minutes, and the impressions remain for a lifetime.

A boat with a transparent bottom

For those who want to watch the fish and the beauty of the sea while staying dry, in Hurghada they offer a boat trip on a boat with a transparent bottom.

Fishing on the Red Sea

Fishing lovers have not been left without attention. They are offered to fish in the sea. And if you are lucky, you will catch a fish. У будь-якому випадку, час, проведений на яхті у відкритому морі зі спінінгом запам’ятатися надовго.

Любителі пізнавальних екскурсій із задоволенням відвідують Біологічний музей Хургади. Вчені цього музею займаються дослідженнями підводного світу Червоного моря і в спеціальному акваріумі зібрали найцікавіші екземпляри. Унікальною пам’яткою архітектури є Храм коптів. Розташований він у старому місті і завжди відкритий для огляду.

Захоплюючі екскурсії організовані до стоянок бедуїнів, де можна дізнатися багато цікавого про кочового життя цього суворого народу, взяти участь в їх побуті і навіть на якийсь час, скориставшись їх гостинністю, залишитися, щоб повною мірою насолодитися віддаленістю цивілізації.

Вечір і ніч – це час незабутніх розваг. На узбережжі проводяться запальні дискотеки за участю знаменитих ді-джеїв та естрадних зірок, а казино, розташовані в кожному готелі, запрошують любителів азартних ігор. До самого ранку працюють боулінги, паби і ресторани. Шанувальникам всього східного радять обов’язково відвідати центр розваг «Тисяча і одна ніч», де влаштовуються феєричні танцювальні шоу, акробатичні номери на арабських скакунах, чудове переказування чарівних легенд, а також весільні церемонії з урахуванням всіх національних звичаїв і традицій.