The little known town of Marsa Alam is fast becoming a popular tourist destination with the opening of Marsa Alam Internation Airport in 2003. Accommodations and vacation rentals line the
perfect white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise water and hot desert climate. It’s no surprise that people are starting to flock to this area. The town is located on the western shore of the
Red Sea with Abu Dabab beach being the most famous beach around. Come relax in one of the available accommodations, vacation rentals or condo rentals.
There are many
diving shops and
diving tours in the area, with so many
turtles, dugongs, dolphins, colorful fish and coral reefs. Many people enjoy
spectacular diving and snorkeling here. Enjoy
shallow reefs or the more experienced diver can explore the spectacular
Elphinstone reef. The waters here also offer some less typical marine life like
sea snakes and
crocodilefish. The temperature of the water ranges from 22 to 29°C.
Aside from diving, visitors will enjoy
camel and donkey tours, hiking, flyboards, jeep safari and quad trips. By car, visit
Karnak temples, Valley of the Kings and Hatsheput Temple. Tour companies offer tours complete with a flight to
Cairo allowing you to visit the
Giza Pyramids and the great Sphinx. Tour company pick up locations will be easily accessed from your accommodation or vacation rental.
If this seaside desert oasis with white washed buildings is your ideal getaway, find lodging and book your accommodation, vacation rental or condo rental today.