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Once
similar to many of the other littler sea ports and fishing villages
along the eastern coastline, Hurghada has developed into Egypt's major
Red Sea resort, catered by a growing number of hotels and self-contained
beach-side holiday villages, with a wide and excellent variety of
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The
warm shallow sea with its numerous coral reefs and abundant variety
of fish attracts countless diving and fishing enthusiasts to Hurghada.
The brilliant marine life can be explored by all, from casual snorkelest
to experienced divers. Both national and international diving instructors
are on hand to provide introductory, courses and to take the more
seasoned campaigners to deep drop-off zones and under-water caverns.
If your are not a diving enthusiast, you can nevertheless enjoy the
view of the fascinating coral reefs and the abounding marine life
on board one of the numerous bottom glass boats. Due to unmatched
sea clarity Hurghada also attracts a lot of both professional and
amateur underwater photographers. Besides diving, Hurghada, with its
perfect weather all year round, is also an international centre for
water sports : swimming, sailing, water-skiing, and windsurfing. Other
than water sports, hotels and resorts offer a full complement of sports
activities, from tennis and squash to beach volleyball and basketball.
Hurghada is also home to the International Hurghada Squash Championship,
hosting the top squash players in the world . |
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There
are around 25 small islands around Hurghada offering excellent getaways
to travelers wishing to escape to private, secluded beaches. Excursions
can also be made into the desert hills to Roman Mons Poryphyrites
remains at Gebel Abu Dukhan ( Mountain of the Father of Smoke), 65
km north of Hurghada. Adventure seekers should try the thrill of dune
driving, by taking four wheel drive vehicles to the countless sand
dunes and try to put their driving skills to the test. Sand-surfing
is also one of the experiences not to be missed! To get a more intimate
feel of the beauty of the desert, go on a safari by four wheel drive
vehicles or by camels and camp overnight in the heart of the majestic
Red Sea mountains. |
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With
guaranteed sunshine all year, golden sandy beaches, and warm turquoise
water, Hurghada is an ideal place for travelers wishing to unwind
and recharge their batteries. Hurghada is serviced by regular flights
to and from Cairo and is accessible by a 528 km road journey Via Suez.
A good road connects Hurghada with Luxor. This 280 km journey takes
about four hours and combines the spectacular scenery of the eastern
desert with the lush rural setting of the Nile.
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