A Comprehensive Guide to Hurghada: Top Activities in Egypt’s Coastal Gem

Hurghada City, the pearl of the Red Sea, is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Egypt. Stretching over 40 km along the Red Sea coast, Hurghada transformed from a small fishing village into a thriving tourist hub during the 20th century, thanks to significant investments and development. Known for its pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and year-round warm weather, Hurghada attracts visitors from all over the globe, especially during winter.

Why Visit Hurghada City?

  • Breathtaking Beaches: Turquoise waters and white sandy shores rival the world’s top coastal spots.
  • Marine Adventures: Diving, snorkeling, and deep-sea fishing experiences.
  • Desert Safaris: Quad biking, camel rides, and Bedouin-style dinners.
  • Lively Nightlife: Restaurants, cafes, and entertainment venues.
  • Mild Climate: Average temperatures of 30°C most of the year, ideal for winter holidays.
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Hurghada

Top Things to Do in Hurghada City

1. Giftun Island

🌴 A Tropical Paradise for Relaxation and Adventure

  • Giftun Island is a popular destination for its untouched beauty and scenic boat trips.
  • Activities:
    • Swim in crystal-clear waters.
    • Snorkel to discover vibrant coral reefs and colorful fish.
    • Relax under palm shelters and soak up the sun.

2. Hurghada Marina

🍹 The Ultimate Spot for Dining and Leisure

  • Hurghada Marina is a modern hotspot, perfect for enjoying a meal with breathtaking views of the Red Sea yachts.
  • Additional Activities:
    • Explore the variety of international restaurants and cafes.
    • Embark on boat trips starting from the marina.

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Hurghada

3. Gubal Strait & Shipwrecks

🤿 A Diver’s Dream Destination

  • Located between the Red Sea coast and the Sinai Peninsula, this site is famous for its coral reefs and historic shipwrecks, including Abu Nuhas.
  • Unique Experiences:
    • Dive into the depths to explore the wrecks.
    • Ride submarines to witness underwater beauty without diving.
    • Visit iconic shipwrecks, some dating back decades, in excellent condition.

4. Desert Adventures

🏜️ Thrilling Activities Beyond the Coastline

  • Hurghada isn’t just about beaches; its surrounding desert offers exciting adventures.
  • Best Activities:
    • Quad biking and buggy tours.
    • Camel rides along the beach or to Bedouin villages.
    • Enjoy a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars.

5. Hurghada Grand Aquarium

🐟 A Gateway to the Red Sea’s Underwater World

  • A perfect destination for families and non-swimmers to explore marine life.
  • What to Expect:
    • Live displays of coral reefs and exotic sea creatures.
    • An environmental museum educating visitors about marine ecosystems.
    • An unforgettable experience for kids and adults alike.

Why Choose Hurghada City for Your Next Holiday?

  • Accessibility: Just 4-5 hours from Cairo by car or an hour by plane.
  • Affordable Options: Wide range of accommodations and activities for every budget.
  • Diverse Experiences: A perfect mix of sea, desert, and urban vibrance.
  • Strategic Location: Close to other attractions like El Gouna, Safaga, and Marsa Alam.

Tips for the Perfect Trip

  1. Book Early: Especially during the high season (December-January).
  2. Explore Fully: Try both marine and desert activities for a complete experience.
  3. Opt for Guided Tours: Book day trips to islands or desert safaris with trusted agencies.
  4. Stay Sun-Protected: Always use sunscreen during daytime activities.

Create Unforgettable Memories

Hurghada City isn’t just a tourist spot—it’s an all-encompassing experience that blends relaxation, adventure, and culture. Whether you dream of lounging on sandy beaches, diving into vibrant underwater worlds, or exploring the wonders of the desert, Hurghada has something for everyone.

  • Choose from over 50 boat trips and historical excursions in Hurghada

1- Coral Reef Snorkeling Trip: Orange Bay Hurghada

Orange Bay Hurghada island Included

 Guided day trip to Orange Bay Island
 Roundtrip transfers from your hotel in Hurghada by coach
 Boat ride
 Lunch
 Snorkeling gear
 Snorkeling guide
 Mineral water & soft drinks

2 hour layover at Orange Bay.

– Paradise Island Hurghada

What paradise island Included:

  • Local guide Professional.
  • Transfer Pickup and drop-off from your Hotel.
  • All Taxes, Entrance fees And Handling Charges to paradise island hurghada.
  • Mineral water + Cola + Milk + Coffee/Tea.
  • 2 Snorkeling spots.
  • Snorkeling Equipment “Mask, Life Jact, Swimming Fins”.
  • 120min at paradise island.
  • buffet lunch on Boat.
  • Fresh fruits on boat.
  • Water Games.

Hurghada is known for its beautiful coral reefs and one of the best ways to experience them is on a snorkeling trip. Experience the colorful fish and diverse marine life that the Red Sea has to offer.

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2- Ancient Egypt Sightseeing Tour: Take a tour to see some of the Visit the most important sights of Ancient Egypt, like Excursion Hurghada cairo

 (. Visit the Great Pyramids of Giza. Explore the Chefren’s Valley Temple and see the huge statue of the Great Sphinx. Tour the Egyptian Museum, which houses more than 120,000 relics of the ancient Egypt. Admire the treasures of the child king Tutankhamun.)

 Cairo Trip from Hurghada 

 HIGHLIGHTS

  • Visit the  Pyramids of Giza .
  • Great Sphinx
  • Old Cairo, Bazaar
  • Horseback Riding & camel ride around the pyramids
  • Khan Al-Khalil
  • Visit Egyptian Museum.
  • Lunch.
  • Group guided Tour.
  • Hassle free.
  • No Hidden Costs.

Day Trip from luxor trip from hurghada by Bus – hurghada luxor tour the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple Complex

– Luxor Trip from Hurghada 

highlights:


– . Visit  Valley of the Kings
–  . Visit Tutankhamun’s tomb
– .  Karnak Temple
– . Statue of Memnon
– . Luxor temple
– . Hatshepsut Mortuary Temple
– Nile River cruise by felucca
– Transportation to and from the hotel:
– time from Luxor to Hurghada: 17  hours

3 – – Hurghada Diving – Enjoy for the best hurghada diving tour  for beginners and professionals in the red sea Egypt, accompanied by an experienced diving guide and two dives in two different locations for the most beautiful diving Sites in Hurghada Red Sea to explore the underwater world and more things to do in hurghada marine .

Diving  Hurghada trip  include:

  • Transfer Pickup and drop-off from your Hotel.
  • Free Transportation From Your Hotel or Place of residence in Hurghada.
  • Dive Equipment.
  • 12L Tank and Lead Weight Belt.
  • Snorkeling Equipment “Mask, Life Jact, Swimming Fins”.
  • Local guide Professional.
  • VIP Lunch.
  • Water & Soft drinks.
  • Coffee, Tea.
  • Transportation from Makadi bay, El Gouna, Soma Bay or Sahl Hashish Extra 15 $ Per Car 2 ways.

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4 – Safari sahara Hurghada : For a more exciting adventure, you can also do a quad tour in the desert. Explore the countryside on an off-road motorcycle and experience the breathtaking beauty of the desert up close.

What Super safari sahara hurghada Included:

Hurghada: Safai, Quad, Jeep, Buggy, Camel & BBQ

  • Transfer Pickup from your Hotel in Hurghada by 4x4WD Jeep car.
  • Local guide
  • Use of helmet.
  • 45 min Riding Quad biking.
  • 20 min Riding spider car.
  • Visiting a Bedouin village, getting to know the way of life of the settlement
  • Trying bedouin bread
  • Riding camels
  • BBQ Open Buffet Dinner
  • Soft drinks Mineral water / Bedouin Tea.
  • Back to your hotel in hurghada by jeep

5 – Dolphin House Hurghada tour–  is One of the best activities that you can do in Hurghada for families, honeymooners, families, children, couples and the elderly. It is to book an enjoyable sailing tour with a VIP tourist boat to House of Dolphin in the red sea

Dolphin House Hurghada tour – Details

–  Inclusions:

  • Transfer Pickup and drop-off from your Hotel in Hurghada.
  • Local snorkeling guide
  • Life jackets.
  • Snorkeling Equipment “Masks and Swimming Fins”.
  • Water sport stop 2 Snorkeling spots.
  • buffet lunch on Boat.
  • Fresh fruits on boat.
  • Mineral water + Cola + Milk + Coffee/Tea.
6- Royal Sea Scope Hurghada is the right choice for all underwater world lovers. Reserve your spot on time. We offer you quality and faster service. Your satisfaction comes first.

Royal sea scope hurghada Inclusions:

  • All transfersfrom and to your hotel -Air-conditioned vehicle;
  • soft drink
  • Entrance fees and Sumbarine ticket in hurghada
  • All Service charges & taxes
  • One  Snorkeling Stop for 40 minutes;
  • Life Jacket
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment;
  • Diver Show
  • Semi-Submarine
  • Snorkeling guide.

7- Dolphin Show Hurghada – 1-hour dolphin show with your whole family, and witness the intelligence and charm of these special animals. Get conveniently picked up and delivered back to your hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Dolphin Show Hurghada  HIGHLIGHTS

  • Get up close and personal with dolphins.
  • Witness their amazing intelligence and charm for yourself.
  • A good opportunity to swim with dolphins (If booked additional).
  • No Hidden Costs.
  • Hassle Free.

8-Hurghada Snorkeling Tour Sahl Hasheesh 

Sahl Hasheesh sea trip

hurghada snorkeling tour from Sahl Hasheesh -Explore the bay of  Sahl Hasheesh on a full-day tour with included transfers from Hurghada. Snorkel at 3 different locations in the Red Sea’s crystal clear waters. Relax on the sun deck and in the pool of a royal boat, and relish an open buffet lunch.

What is included  hurghada snorkeling tour program:

  • Transfer from the hotel at approximately 09.30 (we will inform you the exact time after booking);
  • Riding along the beach on well-groomed horses and a camel with a photo session for about an hour;
  • Moving to the alley of the pharaohs for a photo session at the entrance to the area for 30 minutes;
  • From 12:00 pm, rest on a private beach, snorkeling in the sunken city, a snack with drinks and snacks;
  • Further program is indicated below.

9-Sharm El Naga Snorkeling Egypt

Sharm El Naga SnorkelingEgypt Excursion – the snorkeling paradise with house reef and wonderful beach

Sharm el Naga is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Egypt and is located in the south ofHurghadain a beautiful bay with house reef. The coral reef is one of the most spectacular treasures of the Red Sea and can be reached from the shore.

Sharm El Naga is a beautiful bay located about 45 km from Hurghada near Soma Bay. A beach with house reef and crystal clear water that leaves nothing to be desired – and gives you the feeling of having discovered the literal paradise on earth.

Inclusive:

  • Transfer from your hotel in high-quality, air-conditioned vehicles
  • Snorkel rental equipment
  • Travel companion
  • Lunch

10--Sea trip on a private yacht

hurghada boat trips -Sea trip on a private yacht- Relax with a Private Tour, Customized Just for You. Island, Sunset trip, Snorkeling, Fishing

Diftun Island Hurghada Boat trips / We organize excursions daily from 08:30 to 16:00.

What is included in the price/

Transfer picks up from the hotel in Hurghada and brings back after the tour.
In the sea, equipment for snorkeling and fishing is issued.
The price includes lunch and soft drinks.

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