In-depth Marsa Alam travel guides from local experts: when to go, how to get there and how to plan the perfect Red Sea holiday in Egypt.
Staying in El Quseir? The Luxor and Aswan day trips include pickup from El Quseir hotels, and the desert safari and the Super Safari pick up there for a surcharge. Here is how the excursions from El Quseir work, plus what to see in the old port town itself.
Marsa Alam in November is one of the most comfortable times on the Red Sea coast: the fierce summer heat has gone, the sea is still warm from summer, and both the reefs and the desert are at their most enjoyable. Here is what to expect and how to make the most of the month.
Marsa Alam is a year-round destination, but the ideal month depends on whether you’re here to dive, snorkel, safari or simply soak up the sun. Here’s how the seasons break down.
Both sit on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, but they offer very different holidays. Here’s an honest comparison to help you choose between Marsa Alam and Hurghada.
