15 BEST Egyptian Beaches To Visit In 2024 (Info + Map)
Are you looking for the best beaches in Egypt? Then look no further as here you will find the best beaches for relaxation, water sports, and diving.
Egypt, a country of ancient civilization is well known for its Great Pyramid of Giza which is one and the only existing Ancient Wonders of the World. Not only for the Great Pyramid of Giza but also for other historical sights and temples that have been standing for centuries.
However, did you know that Egypt is a well-known beach destination visited by thousands of tourists every year who come and enjoy their beach holidays here? I’m not an exception. As a beach lover, I visited Egyptian beaches a few times.
As Egypt is situated along the captivating shores of both the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea you will find here some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
In this blog post, I will introduce you to the best Egyptian Beaches that you should visit in 2024. I will recommend accommodation and activities close to these beaches as well.
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15 BEST Egyptian Beaches
This list of best Egyptian beaches includes beaches that you can find in the tourist areas with all-inclusive resorts, as well as beaches that are not well known, and located further from the busy areas.
No matter which beach you choose, you can be sure to find beautiful clear waters great for swimming, surfing, snorkeling, or diving with sandy beaches for tanning and relaxing lovers.
1. Almaza Bay Beach
Almaza Bay Beach is not a well-known beach for tourists. It is located on the North Coast close to Alexandria. Precisely it is a short drive from the small harbor town of Mersa Matruh which can be reached by plane through Matruh International Airport.
When you mention Almaza Bay, it is connected with luxury and 5* resorts. The beach has beautiful white sand and crystal clear waters with different shades of blue.
Whether you are coming for a romantic getaway, a family holiday, or partying with friends, Almaza Bay Beach is suitable for everyone. If you are staying in one of the all-inclusive resorts, you have all you need here, from great food, daily activities, and nightlife entertainment.
However, if you wish to explore Mersa Matruh town, you will find some historical sights there as well as shops, restaurants, and cafes.
For a whole day tour, go to visit Siwa Oasis where you can visit the old city of Siwa, Alexander Temple, and float on salt lakes.
➡️Book your tour to Siwa Oasis from Mersa Matruh HERE
Where to stay near Almaza Bay Beach
Jaz Crystal Almaza Bay is a 5* resort, 300 m from Almaza Bay Beach with an outside pool, free Wi-Fi, parking, and a kids’ playground. It is a nice relaxing place.
?Book your stay at Jaz Crystal Almaza Bay Resort HERE
2. Naama Bay Beach
Naama Bay Beach is a white sandy beach with turquoise water located in the famous beach holiday town Sharm El Sheikh. This beach is suitable for all ages as there is a gradual entrance to the sea.
Except for swimming and sunbathing, you can try many water sports, snorkel, or dive. There are many resorts in Sharm El Sheikh to choose from as it is the most popular place for tourists to enjoy a beach vacation.
You will also find many restaurants, cafes, and shops around and for the party animals, there is a busy nightlife around.
While in Sharm El Sheikh, go visit the Red Sea Desert, drink Beduin tea, and experience Beduin’s lifestyle. To make the visit more authentic, ride through the desert on a Quad bike.
➡️HERE is a Quad bike desert safari for you
Where to stay near Naama Bay
Stella Di Mare Beach Hotel & Spa is a resort located on Naama Bay Beach. Right next to the resort is a coral reef where you can snorkel and admire many beautiful types of fish. There is an outside pool, spa, and wellness center and you can eat in one of the three restaurants the resort provides.
?Book your stay at Stella Di Mare Beach Hotel & Spa HERE
3. El Gouna
El Gouna is a resort town north of Hurghada with several stunning sandy beaches and turquoise clear waters. It is a luxury gateway for Egyptians and foreigners. The beaches here are also known for many kinds of watersports, especially kitesurfing, waterskiing, paddleboarding, and more.
You will find many shops, restaurants, and cafes in El Gouna town where you can enjoy evening walks.
You can also take a tour by boat to see dolphins, stop for snorkeling, and enjoy lunch on board.
➡️Book the snorkel trip with transfer and lunch HERE
Where to stay near El Gouna
There are many beautiful resorts in El Gouna located on the beach. I suggest Steigenberger Golf Resort which is a high-standard resort for a good price. You can relax on the beach, or pool, or play golf on Championship Golf Course. There are three restaurants and a bar.
?Book your stay at Steigenberger Golf Resort HERE
4. Sahl Hasheesh Beach
Sahl Hasheesh Beach is about a 12 km long beach located in the south of Hurghada. White soft sand and shallow water together with beach resorts standing along made it a perfect beach holiday destination.
You can also try scuba diving or other water sports like windsurfing or banana boat ride. Most of the entertainment with food facilities will be provided by the resorts. However, you can go for a walk to see the old town of Sahl Hasheesh.
When you visit Sahl Hasheesh Beach, don’t forget to take a walk on the long pier to get a stunning coastline view.
For a day trip go to Paradise Island, a white sandy beach national park with a reef to snorkel. ➡️Click HERE to book your tour
Where to stay near Sahl Hasheesh Beach
Premiere Le Reve Hotel & Spa Sahl Hasheesh is 5* resort adults only, 16+. It features several beautiful pools and a private sandy beach. Two restaurants serve Italian, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine. There is a bar with a dance floor as well as a Vitamin bar with healthy juices.
You can relax and take some treatments in a luxurious spa. This resort is also an excellent choice for a honeymoon.
?Book your stay at Premiere Le Reve Hotel & Spa Sahl Hasheesh HERE
5. Fjord Bay
Fjord Bay is a different type of beach than the previous ones. Fjord Bay is not a busy tourist destination with all-inclusive hotels. Rather beautiful sandy beach with crystal clear water surrounded by the mountains. It can be found about 15 km south of Taba town.
Fjord Bay is a great place to unwind and relax in the warm water under the sun. Moreover, Fjord Bay is a paradise for divers. There is a 24-meter-deep Fjord Hole where you can admire hundreds of reef species. If you are a beginner you can stay on Fjord Banana on shallow reefs.
Where to stay near Fjord Bay
Steigenberger Hotel & Nelson Village is a 5* resort located in Taba, about a 15-minute drive from Fjord Bay. You can relax in the pool, on a private beach, or in the spa and wellness center. There are several restaurants and a bar. For children kids’ club is available.
?Click HERE to book your stay at Steigenberger Hotel & Nelson Village
6. Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon is a beautiful beach in the middle of nowhere, about 15 km from Dahab. The only way to get there is by tour or boat. The water here is turquoise blue ideal for snorkeling. Except for snorkeling and swimming, you can do surfing or kitesurfing as it is usually a little windy here.
Except for beach huts where you can buy some drinks and snacks or you can rent them if you want to stay overnight, there is nothing else. Therefore it is a great place to unplug.
Close to Blue Lagoon is a Blue Hole, a famous diving side.
Where to stay near Blue Lagoon
Safir Dahab Resort is a 5* resort in Dahab, sitting on the beachfront about 2 km from the city center. Each room in the resort has a balcony view. There is a beautiful pool and private beach.
The restaurant serves different cuisines and seafood. You can also have a drink in the pool bar or beach bar.
?Book your stay at Safir Dahab Resort HERE
7. Mahmya Island
Mahmya Island is a paradise of the Red Sea in Egypt. Turquoise clear water, white sandy beach, and colorful underwater life make it a must-visit for every beach lover.
Mahmya Island is actually not an island but one section in the Giftun Islands off Hurgada’s Red Sea coast. The only way to get there is by a tour. During the peak season, it may get a little busy, but as it is a National Park, the amount of tourists is controlled.
➡️Book a tour from Hurghada with pick-up from your hotel, snorkeling, and buffet lunch HERE
Where to stay near Mahmya Island
You can stay in any resort in Hurghada and there are plenty of choices. I do recommend Albatros White Beach as I personally stayed there. It is an all-inclusive resort with two pools for swimming, more small pools with slides and other activities for children, a beautiful beach with a gradual entrance to the sea, great food, and lovely staff.
?Book your stay at Albatros White Beach HERE
8. Nuweiba
Nuweiba is a small coastal city between Taba and Dahab, next to the Gulf of Aqaba. Beaches between Nuweiba and Taba are the ones you want to visit. Nuweiba town is nothing like Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh. The beaches are not busy, there are no big resorts or nightlife.
Instead, you will find a simple life with small camps here with food being served on small tables while you are sitting on cushions, there are few huts on the beach, and Beduin village. This is a place for those who want to run away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and relax in nature.
Where to stay near Nuweiba
As already mentioned, there are no big hotels, therefore you can choose from any of the camps located here. For example, New Bella Sina Camp is located on a private beach with a restaurant and a bar.
You will stay in the air-conditioned bungalow, some have a bathroom inside, while others don’t and you need to use shared bathrooms outside. Room service and breakfast are available.
?Book your stay at New Bella Sina Camp HERE
9. Ras Um Sid Beach
Ras Um Sid Beach is located in Sharm El Sheikh not far away from Naama Bay Beach. It is a lovely golden sand beach with beautiful blue water. There is Ras Um Sid Reef famous for divers coming to admire the beauty of the underwater world. Close to the shore, you can go snorkeling and admire corals and different kinds of fish.
There are hotels around where you can stay, but also restaurants and cafes where you can have lunch and drink if you come just for one day.
Where to stay near Ras Um Sid Beach
Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm is a lovely 5* resort for adults only, 16+. It is located on a private beach and it features an outdoor pool. Each room has a balcony and the resort offers 4 different restaurants.
Snorkeling, diving, and other water sports are available. Ras Um Sid beach is just 1.4 km away.
?Book your stay at Pickalbatros Royal Grand Sharm HERE
10. Makadi Bay
Makadi Bay is a lovely sandy beach with clear waters located in the south of Hurghada. Makadi Bay is a great location for couples or families with children. The area is packed with all-inclusive hotels that offer private beaches, pools, kids’ pools with water activities, kids club, evening entertainment, and much more.
Except from enjoying the all-inclusive hotels, you can go on snorkeling trips, trips to the desert, or visit Cairo, or Luxor.
➡️Click HERE to book a tour from Hurghada to Cairo by plane
Where to stay near Makadi Bay
Iberotel Makadi Beach is a 5* all-inclusive resort located on a private beach. There is an outside pool, a kids’ pool and playground, a tennis court, and a golf course. You can also practice many water sports.
4 different restaurants serve international and Mediterranean cuisine with dietary options available. The resort provides entertainment activities during the day and evening.
?Book your stay at Iberotel Makadi Beach Resort HERE
11. Abu Dabbab Beach
Abu Dabbab Beach is a paradise with a soft sandy beach and turquoise clear water. This gorgeous beach can be found in Marsa Alam. It is a natural reserve and a paradise for snorkelers and divers. There is a high chance you will see endangered dugongs here, depending on the season, but sea turtles and other sea species can be seen anytime.
➡️Book your Abu Dabbab Beach full-day trip HERE
Where to stay near Abu Dabbab Beach
You can stay closer to Abu Dabbab Beach or closer to the city center, choose from luxury resorts or camping facilities. Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort is a 5* resort located directly on Abu Dabbab Beach with private access.
The resort features 4 outdoor pools, a children’s playground, 3 restaurants, a Beduin-themed cafe, and customer service here is amazing.
?Click HERE to book your stay at Hilton Marsa Alam Nubian Resort
12. Sharm El Luli Beach
Sharm El Luli Beach is a pristine soft sandy beach and waters with all shades of blue. This beach is located in the middle of nowhere, about 60 km from Marsa Alam.
Therefore you can reach this beach only by car or organized tour. Don’t forget to bring all you need, like drinks, food, snorkeling or diving equipment as there is nothing here.
If you go snorkeling or diving, be ready to see colorful underwater life, including sea turtles, if the visibility is good.
➡️HERE is a tour from Marsa Alam that you may consider
Where to stay near Sharm El Luli Beach
As I already mentioned, Sharm El Luli Beach is in the middle of nowhere, so you will need to stay in Marsa Alam. Here you can choose from different kinds of resorts.
I haven’t been disappointed with a chain of Pickalbatros resorts. Here is Pickalbatros The Palace Port Ghalib with private beach, 3 restaurants, two outdoor pools, and a spa, and it is located close to the airport.
?Book your stay at Pickalbatros The Palace Port Ghalib HERE
13. Soma Bay
Soma Bay is a lovely soft sandy beach located about 60 km from Hurghada. The waters here are warm the whole year round. Soma Bay is surrounded by mountains and there are all-inclusive hotels around where you can stay as well as some restaurants and cafes.
You can practice many watersports here, like kitesurfing, surfing, paddleboarding, or diving by boat further to the reef. For golf lovers, there is also a gulf course available.
➡️From Soma Bay, you can take a snorkeling tour by yacht with lunch. Check this one HERE
Where to stay near Soma Bay
Solymar Soma Bay is a beautiful 4* resort with exceptional customer service. It offers 5 restaurants and 6 bars, an outdoor pool, and a kids’ pool with slides and direct access to the beautiful sandy beach. For entertainment, there is an animation program.
?Book your stay at Solymar Soma Bay HERE
14. Mamoura Beach
Mamoura Beach is a long stretch of sandy beach located in Alexandria. Maybe you are surprised as Alexandria is mostly connected to historical sights, however, Alexandria has beaches and beach resorts as well.
Mamoura Beach is divided into a public and a private beach, both have an entrance fee. You can swim or go for a long walk along the coast, visit the gardens or do some sightseeing in the city.
Where to stay near Mamoura Beach
Helman Mamoura Hotel & Event Center is a 5* hotel just a 15-minute walk from Mamoura Beach. The hotel features a restaurant and a bar as well as a seasonal outdoor pool.
?Book your stay at Helman Mamoura Hotel & Event Center HERE
15. Ain Sokhna
Ain Sokhna is actually a city with beautiful white sandy beaches located about 100km from Cairo. Sometimes they are referred to as Ain Sokhna beaches, but each beach there has its own name. No matter which beach you choose, you can’t get wrong.
There are also luxurious resorts located on the beach with private access. Except for relaxing and swimming, you can practice other water sports.
Where to stay near Ain Sokhna
Cancun Sokhna Resort & Villas is a 4* resort located directly on the beach. There are 5 restaurants and a bar available. The hotel is equipped with pools for adults as well as children. There is also an animation team to provide entertainment.
?Book your stay at Cancun Sokhna Resort & Villas HERE
Egyptian Beaches: Map
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Visiting Egypt: FAQs
As a beach lover, you definitely want to visit some of these top beaches in Egypt. If you have any more questions, check these FAQs below.
Is Egypt safe?
Yes, Egypt is overall a safe country, however, do your research before you go. You should know the places you are going to visit, book with reputable agencies, don’t go to hidden streets, especially at night, dress respectfully, and don’t trust easily.
Also, there are some scams in Egypt that you should be aware of in order not to be fooled.
Part of Sinai is still in the red zone due to terrorist attacks in the past and no one is allowed to enter these areas. Before you travel, check the advisories in your country and always have your travel insurance with you.
How far are the beaches from Cairo Egypt?
The closest beaches from Cairo are in Ain Sokhna City. Ain Sokhna is about 100 km north of Cairo, about 1.5 hours by car. Beaches in Hurghada are about a 5-hour drive or one hour by plane.
Does Egypt have clear water?
Yes, Egypt has crystal clear waters ideal for snorkeling and diving. Of course, beaches in some areas have clearer water than others. Also, it depends on the season and weather. However, in general, Egypt is one of the most favorite destinations for divers due to the clear water and life underneath it.
Conclusion: Egyptian Beaches
Whether you are looking for tourist beaches with all-inclusive resorts in Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, or prefer a secluded beach like Nuweiba, or a beach close to the capital city of Cairo, in Egypt you have plenty of options.
Egyptian beaches are one of the most beautiful and the best for divers who come here to explore underwater life.
