What are the best beaches in Hurghada? There are number of beautiful resorts in Egypt, all of them are divided into two main groups – coral beaches and sand beaches.

Hurghada island is one those places that you will be looking forward to return after your vacations are over.

Best beaches and resorts in Hurghada

In the North of Hurghada there is an artificially created beach called El Gouna. Even though it may sound strange, El Gouna is a place of canals and boats. The shore is of sand and stones.

The beach of El Gouna is located close to the airport of Hurghada. You can hire a taxi or ask hotel administrator to arrange airport pick for you when booking a room online.

Soma Bay

Another beach of Hurhgada is Soma Bay, located in the Southern part of Egypt. The area of Some Bay is mainly of luxury hotels like Sheraton and Kempinski. You can fly to Hurghada airport and take a taxi to get to the resort.

This service can be ordered via hotel administrator or taxi company online or by phone. Soma Bay is located to the South towards Safaga and is considered to be one of the best beaches in Hurghada.

This is the place with numerous luxury hotels, which own beaches. Visitors will not be disappointed with a number of water activities, diving, kayaking, and other stuff available here.

There is aqua park, which for sure will be greatly appreciated by the families coming here with kids.

Mahmya beach

South of Giftun is known for the Mahmya beach. The best time to visit the resort depends on your preference in weather.

During summer it is extremely hot, it gets colder during winter season. In general the weather is nice during all year round for visiting Egypt resorts and beaches.

The VIP zone Mahmya is offering number of services for the clients – dinner at the seaside with the sea view, or on the board of the yacht. Your evening will be accompanied with the pleasant music.

Makadi Bay beach

Makadi Bay beach is in the South of Hurghada with plenty of hotels and people in the beach during high season. In Makadi almost all hotels are luxury with “all inclusive” feature. If you are looking for a more peaceful rest, consider hotels, which are not in the first line.

Number of hotels offer their customer top quality and wide range of services. Fort Arabesque hotel is one of such hotels, you will be delighted staying there.

Tourists will be entertained every evening with a new music program, will have the opportunity to enjoy the local beach bar and other activities organized for the travelers each night. Scuba diving is just one of the outdoor activities available in this hotel.

Getting to Makadi is easy, fly to Hurghada airport and take a taxi to the hotel you booked.

Safaga beach

Safaga beach is a port city in the South of Hurghada. The distinctive feature of this place is that it is more tranquil.

Tourists are coming to Safaga mainly for diving and to do kite surfing. Safaga beach can be alternative to the luxury beaches, since there are several guesthouses and budget hotels on its territory.

To travel to Safaga you would need to fly the airport of Hurghada and hire a taxi.

Old Vic Beach

Another famous beach in Hurghada is Old Vic Beach. This is one of the oldest public beaches, with great location and reasonable prices. One of the advantages is that it is located close to the center of the city.

There is a bar, water sports, banana boat riding and many other offers for the tourists here.

Paradise islands in Hurghada

Take the opportunity to see most of the places of Egypt and visit the Paradise Island, located not far from the shores of Hurghada. By yacht the whole trip will take about 50 minutes.

This is an amazing place, where turtles are peacefully resting under the sun and you can enjoy them in the natural environment.

Trip by yacht is the most convenient and you will be taken to coral reefs for diving and swimming in the sea.  Remember that it is strictly forbidden to take corals away from the country.

The island is a piece of land in the Red Sea, divided into three parts:

• VIP zone, with bars, restaurants,
• Paradise zone and
• open area.

The excursions to Paradise island of Hurghada are very popular. The first impression you may have is that the island is fully deserted. Paradise island is for those, who love the sea and peaceful relaxing vacations.

The endless Hurghada beaches with white sand, crystal clear water, pleasant breeze, and sun are open all year round.

The underwater flora and fauna are awesome this is why Egypt is one if the most popular places for divers. Each year thousands of people are coming to Egypt for diving.

Coral reefs are special attractions for those who would love to see them in natural environment.

The average temperature in Hurghada all year round

The average temperature in Hurghada is never less then 21C.

In January the temperature in 22C (72 F);

In February the average temperature reaches 21C (70F);

The weather conditions in March in Hurghada are determined by 22C (72);

April temperature seldom goes higher then 23C (73F);

May is a bit warmer – about 24 C (75);

In June it gets warmer and in average the thermometers show 26C (79F);

The temperature in July and August period in Hurghada is the hottest and goes to 28C (82);

September in Hurghada is still hot +27C (81);

October and November temperature are about 25C (77F);

December temperature goes down to 24C (75F).

The best beaches of Hurghada are quite popular and open all year round. 

Because of the favorable climate, the weather, warm temperature many tourists prefer to plan vacations to Egypt during low season, which gives an opportunity to stay in the best beaches of Hurghada and pay less compared to high season. 

We hope you will find your perfect time for visiting Egypt, find out more about this amazing country and have great holidays at the beach. 

Plan a trip to Egypt to find out more about this marvelous place, swim, dive, visit amazing places and have relaxing holidays at the seaside.