The Red Sea which is found in the eastern Egypt coast is here you will find the magnificent city of Hurghada, Egypt. It was a small fishing village for many years, and has only recently come to the attention of travelers.

Things to do in the City

The city is divided into several sections. El Dahar, which is the oldest part of the city, is the downtown region. Sekalla is a very modern area, and Sakkala is an area where one can find a number of hotels. You can also find a large bazaar in Dahar, another section of the city.

Today, the city has a population of nearly a quarter of a million people and is a very popular destination for tourists, especially those who love adventure.Most of the people who seek accommodation in this place are scuba divers, snorkelers and sailors..

People who come to the city will be able to find a number of different things to do while in the city. The beach, sea, and desert here are world class.

Scuba Diving and Snorkeling

Because Hurghada is located right on the coast of the Red Sea, it makes it quite a popular destination for those who love scuba diving. Visitors will be able to choose from a number of different tour operators and diving destinations.Amateur and experienced divers will be able to locate their perfect spots here. For those just starting out, there are diving lessons they can take part of to learn the sport.

Equally as popular as diving, snorkeling is an experience that many visitors to Hurghada. A number of Egypt trip  operators offer these services. You can take part of the snorkeling excursions to different areas; Paradise Islands is an example.

Boats and Submarines

You can take a glass-bottom boat ride that cruise over some beautiful coral reefs, where you can see a variety of brightly colored fish and maybe even sharks. Another thing you can do is go underwater. Here you will be able to ride the small submarines to acquire the greatest experience of these reefs. On the sub, you can get up close to the fish all without ever getting wet!

Desert Excursions

After you have had your fill of all of the watery fun that the city has to offer, you can head into the desert for an entirely different experience. You will be able to find plenty of day trips in Egypt that will take you deep into the desert on quads or in jeeps. Many of the tours into the desert last several days.This is a great way to experience the country.