20/03/2018
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The city was founded in the early 20th century and since the 1980-90 becoming extensively by American, European and Arab investors to make one of the leading resorts on the Red Sea. With global advertising campaign: "The Red Sea Riviera, where the sun shines all year around" tourism was further tightened.
Geography
Hurghada stretches over a length of approximately 35 km along the coast of the Red Sea. The town consists of several different parts, including:
Sakkala: the modern tourist center;
Dahar (Downtown): the oldest part of Hurghada, where the biggest souk of the city sits. The post office and bus station are located there.
The long coastline from Sakkala south, where most hotels are located.
Ahiaa or Ahyaa: the coastline north of Dahar to El Gouna, where locals live and many hotels under construction.
The 'real' Egypt
Besides all that partying, there is the "real" Egypt. This can be found in the Dahar, the oldest part of the city. Here live the locals or you will find the largest souk (market) of Hurghada, where really everything is for sale: colorful clothes and fragrant herbs to hand-painted ceramics.
Divers Paradise Hurghada
Imagine yourself in the diving paradise of Egypt: Hurghada, a bustling resort surrounded by a pristine desert landscape and a crystal blue Red Sea. The beautiful underwater world and the kilometer-long sandy beaches are the ingredients for a holiday in the sun.
During a holiday in Hurghada not only comes to rest on the sunny beaches like Old Vic Village, simultaneously doing a nice tan on. This beach is located in a bay that is well protected from winds. Drinks can be collected at the Chill beach bar, a nice place where the locals meet after a day of surfing.
Hurghada city is the ideal base to explore the breathtaking underwater world of the Red Sea. Several diving schools, like Voodoo Divers take you to the "blue paradise". Discover for yourself the colorful coral reefs and spot rays and clown fish.
Nightlife in Hurghada
Hurghada is a coastal amusement hangout, innumerable travelers around the world is attracted to this place. This area locates various vivacious nightclubs and bars. A person with rocking personality may find oneself shaking, swing and getting swayed by the throbbing music while tuning into endless music of the discotheques, local pubs, and disco bars that are located in Hurghada. The nightlife in Hurghada is sparkling and lively with several teenagers, who sing, dance and in this manner have fun at these nightclubs. Hurghada is occupied with many nightclubs primarily from the south to the north. It brags of many hotels that have their own discos and clubs, which are stimulating in its own fashion.
The town turns into a fun-loving young recreation ground every night. Here is a smart guide of some famous night locations from southern end to the northern side
The Marina of Hurgada
Hurghada Marina offers the City of Hurghada a new look, a place where the tourist and also the residents can walk in the afternoon and breath fresh sea air at night away from the noise of Sakala without anybody disturbing.
Whenever you feel like having a rest on the sea side in a cozy restaurant admiring contours of fine yachts and boats, spend your leisure hours in the Marina, where live music sound every night.
With many of Egypt’s finest restaurants, unique cafes and stylish bars, Hurghada Marina Boulevard offers the best in food and beverage for all tastes. Work up an appetite by browsing at your leisure in the widest selection of shops in town. Seek up the traditional atmosphere of the Souk, a unique market place scented with perfumed aromas and glowing with low lighting. Experience the buzz of exciting live music, entertainment and occasional special events. Enjoy a relaxing stroll alongside stunning yachts in the beautiful, secure and traffic free waterfront setting.
Adventurers can visit “Rocket bungee” (42 meters high). You can see Hurghada in flight from the height of about 60 meters high.
Those who are tired from walking or are hungry can sit in one of the numerous small restaurants or bars.There are 20+ restaurants and bars with various cuisines. You can have a bite or simply have a rest with a glass of a soft drink, or you can indulge yourselves in ice-cream.
Under the star sky of Hurghada Marina, near the waves swashed in the harbor, you can enjoy not only the walk but also you can spend an evening in Hed Kandi Beach Bar, dance on the dance-ground under the music of famous DJs specially invited for the parties.
To find Hurghada Marina you need to order a taxi from hotel reception (preferably) or stop a cab in the street and ask for “New Marina, Sekkala”. In max 15 min you will arrive to your destination.
When you walk on a Sheraton road, look for street signs in the middle of the street saying Hurghada Marina and showing the direction and distance (350m, 200m).
What to do in Hurghada
• Hurghada City Tour
The Hurghada City Tour takes you on a fascinating half-day excursion to discover the delights of this beautiful former fishing village, with a visit to a mosque, Coptic church, local bazaar and more! You’ll begin with a drive through Hurghada old town whilst your knowledgeable English-speaking guide tells you the history of the town, how it has evolved from the small fishing village to today’s bustling holiday destination without losing its character and charm. During the tour, you’ll see locals build traditional boats at the port, visit a Coptic church and mosque and if time allows, brush up on your bargaining skills at a colourful local bazaar.
• Jungle Aqua Park
With over 20 water slides, an artificial rafting river, tunnel slides, an aqua tower, a wave pool and much more, the attractions at Jungle Aqua Park Hurghada will keep you splashing, whooshing and screaming with excitement the whole day through!
• Mahmaya and Giftun Island Trip
Start the day with a swim amongst the beautifully coloured living coral reefs of the Red Sea on this popular Giftun Island trip. As you sail the crystal-clear waters, keep a lookout for wild dolphins which like to frolic and play alongside the boat. When you arrive at Giftun Island, swim and relax on the beach or join in the many water sports on offer before exploring a beautiful National Park.
• Quad Biking Hurghada
Like Indiana Jones on this exciting, fast-paced Hurghada Quad Biking adventure that’ll see you skimming across the sand dunes of the wide-open desert plains of Egypt! Choose between a 3 or 5-hour quad bike ride, both of which are virtually guaranteed to be full of fun and adventure! The 5-hour option includes a tasty lunch and both choices include transportation to and from centrally located Hurghada hotels. Please Note: Quad biking is available for participants of 16-years-old or over only.
• Sindbad Submarine
See what lies beneath the ocean waves with a trip on the Sindbad Submarine, the only sub to carry day-trip passengers in the Middle East. Your two hour underwater adventure begins with pick-up from your Hurghada hotel. You’ll be taken to board the Sindbad Submarine, which carries 44 passengers and two pilots. Once safely onboard, prepare for a trip of a lifetime as the Sindbad submerges 25 metres below the Red Sea surface to a coral wonderland teeming with weird, wonderful and exotic marine life in every shape and colour imaginable.
• Full Day Jeep Safari
This very popular, fast-moving Jeep safari offers a unique opportunity to combine an exciting 4x4 Jeep excursion with quad biking and a camel ride through the stunning scenery of Egypt’s eastern desert. Don’t forget to take your swimwear and a towel, as you’ll also find time to take a refreshing dip in the warm, clear waters of the Red Sea. Later in the afternoon, you’ll visit a Bedouin village where you’ll be warmly welcomed and experience traditional hospitality including a folkloric show and delightful dinner under a blanket of stars.
• Alf Leila Wa Leila Show
Alf Leila Wa Leila is your destination for an unforgettable night of spectacular entertainment which gives a fascinating introduction to Egyptian folklore and Bedouin traditions in true Arabian nights style. Hold on to your seat for an evening filled with whirling dervishes, belly dancing, fortune telling, horse acrobatics and a spectacular sound and light show. And the excitement doesn’t end when the show has finished, spend time exploring a lively, bustling souk, bursting with the scents and colours of exotic spices and fragrances, before being returned safely to your Hurghada hotel.
•Mini Egypt Park
A totally different experience compared to a traditional museum. This is a fantastic trip for our foreign guests which works as a live catalogue for them to recognize the touristic attractions at Egypt, making it easier to choose where to go.
Also it is a fabulous outing for parents or grandparents with children and an extended learning environment for schools.
The Miniature Museum includes a collection consisting of 60 works of art by well selected artists.
At Mini Egypt Park you will find our guide accompanied you to a rich tour for this great country in few hours, as you can walk-in from Cairo to Luxor in few steps!
Visit Abu Simbel temple and High dam at Aswan, Passing Edfu temple to the legendary Luxor for Famous Karnak temple,
Heading towards Giza for the miraculous Pyramids, Talk to Sphinx.
• Sand City Hurghada
Take a journey with us trough the ages, connecting our world with its historic roots in a way that is absorbing exciting and often surprising past and telling stories of well known legends.
The biggest open air Museum in Africa and Midle East, Sand City Hurghada, made of 42 sculptures and 17 relief by artist from different countries who left a peace of hart and soul in their work.
There project was completed in 7 months and it is a bland of two different concepts; The first one Historical Art, consist of 22 sculptures and 6 relief, represented legends, famous military leaders, characters one of the romances that change the world, Gods… The second part Wonderland Art, consist of 20 sculptures and 11 reliefs, Walt Disney animated characters.
• Hurghada Grand Aquarium
Opens the window to a whole new world of marine life in the Red Sea. It’s one of the most popular tourist attractions in Hurghada, and presents an opportunity to get a glimpse of the attractive marine life. Hurghada Grand Aquarium is the perfect place to educate guests about the habitats of these magnificent sea creatures, and the formations of the famous Red Sea. It is very well preserved, and properly show cased.
Please note
This is just a small selection of the excursions which are offered in Hurghada there is mutch more to do
There are several snorkeling trips, Quad Biking trips and Jeep Safari trips and other excursions ask your tour guide or hotel about the various possibilities of the Excursions.
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