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Marsa Alam
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Marsa Alam is a tranquil resort town on Egypt's Red Sea coast, offering a more relaxed alternative to busier destinations like Hurghada. Visitors come for its pristine, uncrowded beaches and exceptional marine life. The highlight is Elphinstone Reef, a renowned dive site where you can drift over vibrant coral walls and encounter oceanic whitetip sharks. Dolphin encounters are common, with pods often spotted in the nearby bays. The town itself has a laid-back vibe, with beachfront cafes and easy access to desert excursions.
Don't miss
- Dive or snorkel at Elphinstone Reef, famous for its pristine coral walls and pelagic sharks.
- Swim with wild spinner dolphins in the sheltered bays of Marsa Mubarak or Sha'ab Samadai.
- Relax on the powdery white sands of Abu Dabbab Beach, a nesting site for sea turtles.