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Beach in Egypt — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇬
Country
Egypt
Type
Beach
Best time to travel
Year-round, October to May ideal with pleasant temperatures, summer hot but with cool sea
Budget/day
90-160 € (upscale resort, snorkeling trip)
Getting there from Germany
Direct flight to Hurghada about 5 hours, transfer to Sahl Hasheesh about 30 minutes
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What makes Sahl Hasheesh special as a destination?
Sahl Hasheesh is the luxury bay on the Red Sea and Egypt's answer to the Côte d'Azur. Located about 20 kilometers south of Hurghada, this once pristine coastline has transformed into one of the most exclusive seaside resorts on the entire Red Sea. A vast, crescent-shaped bay with turquoise water, flanked by elegant resorts, a well-maintained promenade, and an offshore coral reef that makes the water in the bay as calm and clear as a natural infinity pool. The centerpiece of Sahl Hasheesh is the promenade, a kilometer-long palm-lined walkway with boutiques, restaurants, cafés, and art galleries that resembles a Mediterranean Riviera - a world away from the loud, chaotic charm of Hurghada. The architecture is inspired by traditional Arab styles with a modern luxury twist, and the overall concept radiates an elegance that is unexpected in Egypt. Under the water's surface lies a paradise for snorkelers and divers. The house reef of Sahl Hasheesh is one of the most intact in the region, accessible directly from the beach, and is home to a stunning variety of corals, tropical fish, turtles, and occasionally even dolphins. A special highlight is the sunken city of Sahl Hasheesh - an underwater art project with submerged sculptures and columns that simulate an ancient city and have been colonized by corals over time. This unique snorkeling and diving experience can be found nowhere else on the Red Sea. The resorts in Sahl Hasheesh are among the best in Egypt. Expansive pool landscapes, private beach sections, spa areas, and a culinary variety ranging from Egyptian to Asian to European cuisine offer an all-inclusive experience at the highest level. Hurghada Airport is only 30 minutes away and is directly accessible from Germany - the flight time is just under five hours. The Red Sea offers bathing temperatures year-round, even in winter, water temperatures rarely drop below 22 degrees.
What are the top highlights in Sahl Hasheesh?
The top highlights in Sahl Hasheesh include Luxury Promenade, Sunken City Underwater, House Reef for Snorkeling, Turquoise Bay.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Luxury Promenade
Kilometer-long palm-lined walkway with boutiques, restaurants, and Arab-modern architecture
Sunken City Underwater
Unique underwater art project with sculptures and columns, colonized by corals - one of a kind in the world
House Reef for Snorkeling
Intact coral reef accessible directly from the beach with tropical fish and turtles
Turquoise Bay
Crescent-shaped, sheltered bay with calm, crystal-clear water like a natural infinity pool
Hotels in Sahl Hasheesh
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When is the best time to visit Sahl Hasheesh?
The best time to visit Sahl Hasheesh is Year-round, October to May ideal with pleasant temperatures, summer hot but with cool sea. Very hot, 35-42°C, water temperature 27-30°C, little rain, dry desert heat In winter: Warm, 18-25°C, water temperature 22-24°C, sunny and dry, perfect for swimming
Recommended travel time
Year-round, October to May ideal with pleasant temperatures, summer hot but with cool sea
Summer
Very hot, 35-42°C, water temperature 27-30°C, little rain, dry desert heat
Winter
Warm, 18-25°C, water temperature 22-24°C, sunny and dry, perfect for swimming
How much does a holiday in Sahl Hasheesh cost?
Budget travellers: 50-80 € (simple resort, all-inclusive)/day, mid-range: 90-160 € (upscale resort, snorkeling trip)/day, luxury: 180-400 € (5-star luxury resort, spa, diving courses)/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-80 € (simple resort, all-inclusive)
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
90-160 € (upscale resort, snorkeling trip)
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
180-400 € (5-star luxury resort, spa, diving courses)
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Sahl Hasheesh?
Direct flight to Hurghada about 5 hours, transfer to Sahl Hasheesh about 30 minutes
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Book a resort with direct reef access - the best snorkeling experiences are right at your doorstep
Explore the sunken city by snorkeling or diving - a truly unique experience worldwide
Take an evening stroll along the promenade and dine outside the hotel - the restaurants there are excellent
Book a boat trip to the offshore reefs - dolphin sightings are not uncommon
Choose winter as your travel time when Germany is cold - perfect beach weather at 25 degrees and cheaper than in summer
What should you eat in Sahl Hasheesh?
Typical specialities in Sahl Hasheesh: Koshari - Egypt's national dish made of rice, lentils, pasta, and spicy tomato sauce with fried onions, Fish Tagine - slow-cooked fresh fish with vegetables, olives, and spices in a clay pot, Mezze Platter - hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, tahini, and fresh flatbread, an oriental appetizer, Ful Medames - creamy fava bean dish with olive oil, lemon, and cumin, Egyptian breakfast, Umm Ali - warm Egyptian bread pudding with milk, nuts, and raisins, heavenly sweet.
These specialties you must try!
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