Unforgettable Tourist Attractions in Hurghada: Explore Hidden Gems

Hurghada is a city that enjoys a unique geographical location as a beach resort town situated on the Red Sea in Egypt. Although Hurghada is famous for its beautiful shores, entertaining nightlife, water leisure activities, and exciting watersports, this city has many fascinating sights and attractions unseen by those who prefer not to wander off the beaten path. From antique structures, through deserts and even small villages to wonderful coral reefs, Hurghada has much more to offer beyond all-inclusive tour and accommodation offers. Finding yourself here? Let me share with you the following list of the most unmissable attractions any traveler would not want to skip in Hurghada.

Al-Dahar
Located within a mere 10-15 minute drive to the north of the hustle and bustle of Hurghada’s downtown district is the calm Bedouin village of Al-Dahar. First and foremost, it offers a captivating insight into the authentic Bedouin lifestyle that has hardly undergone any transformation up to the present time. Stroll through a maze of narrow earth roads and watch the bright one-story houses, men in Galabia taking tea, and kids and fowls roaming about the place. Do not omit to visit a Bedouin family home where you may get a cup of the time-honored spiced tea or even a traditional meal. It is delightful to sit on cushions take a shisha water pipe and be amazed by the calmness of the place, which is what characterizes Al-Dahar.

Giftun Islands
Two tiny nearly perfectly shaped islands with crystal clear sea and sand coastlines make Giftun one of the best-kept secrets of Hurghada as large-scale tourism has not reached here yet. Tourists can swim in beautiful coral colonies without fearing sea urchins or powerful undercurrents. To enjoy the beautiful shallow coral gardens directly from the shore, do not forget to put a snorkel mask in your bag. Some of the colorful fish that can be found here are Sergeant Major, parrot fish, and blue spotted rays. There are many hotels and dive centers on the Red Sea Coast everywhere on Hurghada where snorkeling trips can be arranged.

Desert Safaris
The Sahara desert is situated near the city and this makes it possible for you to experience the tough desert terrain. Many tour companies in Kenya have very good desert Safaris by 4×4; You will be pulled up the red dunes clinging to your seats and then you have to glide down the car on the soft sand. You will be able to admire breathtaking desert sunsets and the night sky without any interference from artificial lights; ride camels, sand surf down the dunes, and smoke shisha, sitting by an open fire. Entertainment is an added advantage that comes with all the tours, including Bedouin-style dinners under the stars.

Mons Porphyrites
Or adventurous car renters can take a ninety-minute drive south of Hurghada deep into the mountains to visit the ancient Roman quarries of Mons Porphyrites dated 27BC. Here one could obtain the impressive imperial porphyry, a purple and pinkish veined marble, much favored by Roman emperors. Visit ancient but still-standing structures such as the temples, the baths, and the living quarters that have been hewn right into the cliffs. Look at the enormous broken porphyry columns still lying around to stage of ruined antiquities for a glimpse of the past.

Offshore Wrecks
This beach now seems to be a picture-perfect area for sun and sand, was a war zone during the Second World War and there are wrecks off the coast. These well-preserved underwater ships are for the advanced divers; Umbria which was a WWII Italian ship sunk intentionally by its Captain to prevent it and its supply from falling into the hands of enemies, and the Salem Express which was a ship that tragically sunk in 1991. Both are in the water depth range from 35-45 meters deep and offer technical dives. Some of the facilities have diva trips where divers are taken for trips to certain sites.

Conclusion
Apart from the sun-shiny beaches and fabulous night clubs, the Hurghada waits for the curious tourist to discover the hidden beauties of the Bedouin’s villages, the untouched Giftun Island, the Sahara with its marvelous desert and its suitable environment for the night’s safari, the Roman monument of Mons Porphyrites, and the sunken ships of the Second World War for the eager divers. Bring your backpack and the spirit of an explorer to build your own unique experiences by exploring all that Hurghada offers to people who choose a path not very popular among tourists. You won't be disappointed!