Marsa Alam
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Positioned on the world-famous Red Sea, Marsa Alam is found in southeastern Egypt.Often overlooked in favour of the holiday hotspot Hurghada, it has retained its authentic charm thanks to its lesser-known beaches and unspoilt coral reefs. Made up of mangrove marsh land and Sahara Desert vistas, this tranquil paradise is so much more than year-round sunshine. Boasting a thriving nightlife scene, bustling bazaars and antique history, soak up its multiple draws.
And it doesn’t end there, holidaymakers can also experience ancient emerald mines and El Quseir, the oldest town on the Red Sea, which features a castle built by Ottoman rulers. While, its spinner dolphin sightings are a real underwater highlight.
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Marsa Alam information
Currency Egyptian Pound
Language Arabic
Time Zone GMT+02:00
Avg. Flight Time 5h 15m
Peak Travel October-April
Price of a pint £2.20
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Food and drink in Marsa Alam
Egyptian fare bears a striking resemblance to its Middle Eastern neighbours with the likes of hummus, falafel, stuffed grape leaves and flatbread appearing on most menus. Despite its similarities, the country still has some flavours of its own. Try ful medames a dish as old as the Pharaohs, which is basically a stew made from fava beans, or Konafa a shredded filo...more
Beautiful beaches in Marsa Alam
Known for its lengthy, picture-perfect coastline stretching for 50 kilometres, spread out on golden sands surrounded by tropical palm trees. As one of the finest shores in the region, Abu Dabbab Bay is best loved for its diving adventures with giant sea turtles and dugong, or as they are nicknamed ‘sea cows’ calling its waters home. Likened to the Maldives, Sharm El...more
Things to do in Marsa Alam
When you’re not discovering its magnificent underwater world or exploring its vast desert, Marsa Alam has something to suit every travel style. Shoppers will love the historic city El Quseir, the best local town in the area for some retail therapy, while revellers will love the late-night bars found in Port Ghalib. Those looking to delve into the country’s famous...more
