Red Sea Egypt: Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh
The Red Sea is Egypt's other icon: clear water, coral reefs and tropical fish, swimmable even in winter. Expats in Cairo head there for weekends, and many visitors combine it with Cairo and Luxor.
Destinations
- Hurghada: resort hotels, easy boat trips, snorkelling and diving.
- Sharm El Sheikh: at the southern tip of Sinai, close to Ras Mohammed National Park.
- Marsa Alam: quieter, known for turtles and other marine life.
- From Sharm, trips to Mount Sinai and Saint Catherine's Monastery.
Things to do
- Snorkelling and intro dives for beginners.
- Diving courses and advanced dives.
- Glass-bottom boats, islands and beaches.
- Desert jeep trips and Bedouin camps.
Season and transport
Domestic flights and long-distance buses connect Cairo with the coast. The Red Sea is a year-round destination; summer is hot, winter days are mild with cool evenings. Sea trips depend on conditions on the day.
Safety
- Choose licensed dive centres and boat operators.
- Use sun protection and do not touch coral or marine life.
- Keep valuables in the hotel safe.
- Follow local rules and staff instructions.
Pre-trip checklist
- Passport validity and the right visa.
- Hotel bookings or invitation letters backed up on your phone.
- Both cash and cards.
- Opening hours change on holidays and during Ramadan.
- Sun protection and water in summer.
How we work
- Send your request from the booking page or our contact channels: the task, the city and the date.
- The Wang Fu team checks the details and asks about your field and terminology if needed.
- You receive a written quote and plan before anything starts.
- We assign the right person, coordinate on site or remotely, and stay in touch until the job is done.
FAQ
Can non-swimmers snorkel?
Yes, with a life jacket and a guide.
Can I combine Cairo and the Red Sea?
Yes, it is a very common itinerary.
Is a Chinese-speaking escort possible?
We can help coordinate one.
Contact us for a quote
Tell us what you need, where and when, and the Wang Fu team will reply with a written quote.
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