Red Sea Coast
World-class coral reefs, desert mountains plunging into crystalline waters, and purpose-built resort towns along Egypt's eastern shore.
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Hurghada
Egypt's Red Sea resort capital with world-class reef diving
Marsa Alam
Pristine southern reefs where dugongs and sea turtles roam
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Dive Elphinstone Reef
Drift along a deep-sea pinnacle where oceanic whitetip sharks patrol the blue.
Dive the Coral Gardens of Giftun Island
Snorkel or dive among pristine coral walls and tropical fish in a protected marine park.
Swim with Dolphins at Dolphin House Reef
Snorkel alongside a resident pod of spinner dolphins in their natural habitat.
Snorkel with Sea Turtles at Marsa Mubarak
Float alongside green sea turtles grazing on seagrass in a pristine shallow bay.
Ride a Quad Bike Into the Eastern Desert
Race across the desert dunes to a Bedouin camp as the sun sets over the mountains.
Feast on Red Sea Seafood at a Marina Restaurant
Devour a platter of freshly caught fish and shrimp overlooking the boats at New Marina.
Explore the Ancient Emerald Mines of Wadi El Gemal
Trek into a desert valley where Romans once mined emeralds and Ptolemaic temples still stand.
Photograph the Abandoned Mosque in the Sea
Visit the striking mosque that appears to float in the Red Sea waters of Hurghada's harbor.
Explore the Al-Dahar Old Town Bazaar
Browse the authentic local market where Hurghada existed before the resorts arrived.
Taste Seafood Tagine at a Desert-Coast Lodge
Savor slow-cooked seafood tagine at a remote eco-lodge where the desert meets the reef.