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Top 5 things to do in Safaga

Looking for an exciting Egyptian holiday destination? Here are the top 5 things to do in Safaga, Egypt. Check out the list.

By Cruise Booking Team

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Safaga is a port town in Egypt, lying along the Red Coast. The port of safaga adds to tourism in Egypt, having numerous beautiful bungalows and guest houses along with the famous Safaga Hotel. Safaga has grown to be an attraction because of its unpolluted weather, mineral springs, and beautiful black sand dunes.

The best time to visit Safaga is between May and October when the temperature is not very high, and you may experience some rain too. Tourists can enjoy a lot of fun and adventurous activities here, like diving, snorkeling, canoeing, hiking, and a lot more. So let's have a look at the top 5 things to do in Safaga.

5 Best Things to do in Safaga

1. Scuba Diving in Panorama Reef

The charming Panorama Reef is rich in sea life and is home to numerous beautiful and unique sea creatures. Its depth allows tourists to enjoy scuba diving and have a closer look at its marine habitat. Some of the unique corals found in the Panorama Reef are Acropora, Elkhorn Coral, Staghorn Coral, and Stony Coral. The marine animals include Napoleon, Clownfish, Eagle Rays, Dolphins, and sharks. Scuba Diving is one of the ultimate things to do for tourists in Safaga.

2. Glass-bottom boat cruise

The Glass-bottom Boat Cruise takes its guests on tour across the scenic Red Sea Cruises to Hurghada. Through the glass bottom of the boat, you will be able to view the beautiful coral reefs, marine creatures, colorful stock of fish, and aquatic plants which cover the Red Sea. This breathtaking journey across the Red Sea is a can't-miss!

3. Enjoy desert safari

There's nothing like witnessing desert sunsets. They are one of the best things in the world, and the feeling is so surreal. You will travel across the gigantic Egyptian Deserts in jeep safaris or on camelbacks, and they will take you to the best sunset viewpoint. This tour will help you get acquainted with the Bedouins who greet you with tea and food, and you will get to know about their culture and traditions.

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4. Exploring the old market in Safaga

The old Safaga market has the nostalgic vibes of old Egypt. You will find items like beads, clothes, utensils, porcelain, foods, and souvenirs displaying Egyptian designs. You can also find various typical historical artifacts here. All items have affordable prices, so you can do some good shopping without worrying.

5. Get awestruck by the Luxor attractions

You will be struck by the grandeur of Luxor, which makes it one of the 5 best things to do in Safaga. It is not the least, though. The Luxor Temple houses the Egyptian Gods, Amun the Sun God, his wife Mut, who is the Goddess of Motherhood, and their son, Khonsu, the Moon God. The Karnak Temple in Luxor was an important place of worship during the new kingdom and is now a significant heritage site. Luxor is known as the city of hundred doors and is truly majestic. You can explore the Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, and many more.

Key takeaways

There are many more thrilling activities to do in Safaga, like snorkeling, visiting the ruins of Mons Claudianus, the grand mosque and tower, dining in the Alibaba Restaurant, surfing, excursions, and many more. To get the best plans, visit www.cruisebooking.com and make the most of the holidays in the magical Safaga.

Also, Read: Best things to do in Kusadasi

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