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You'll Love Marsa Alam if:

  • Those looking for a more luxurious destination, with a relaxed atmosphere.

  • Those looking to take advantage of the stunning coastal scenery with a variety of watersports.

  • Those looking for the ideal family location, with great daytime activities and a family friendly nightlife.

Unwind on Marsa Alam holidays

For a romantic getaway or an excellent diving holiday, Marsa Alam on Egypt’s Red Sea Coast is a fantastic choice. More intimate than the busy dive resorts of Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam will suit those of you who want a taste of luxury.

This relaxing resort was once a small fishing village but now has an excellent selection of 5 star accommodation if you’re looking for luxurious holidays in the sun. Escape the crowds and enjoy a quiet and tranquil break in...

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For a romantic getaway or an excellent diving holiday, Marsa Alam on Egypt’s Red Sea Coast is a fantastic choice. More intimate than the busy dive resorts of Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh, Marsa Alam will suit those of you who want a taste of luxury.

This relaxing resort was once a small fishing village but now has an excellent selection of 5 star accommodation if you’re looking for luxurious holidays in the sun. Escape the crowds and enjoy a quiet and tranquil break in Egypt.

On your holiday to Marsa Alam you’ll find beaches lined with palm trees, golden sands and warm seas teeming with marine life. If you’re searching for an undiscovered spot to enjoy a diving holiday, the resort's underwater world is a diver’s paradise with beautiful coral reefs; those of you not sure about diving can invest in a snorkel and discover the reefs for less. If you like nothing more strenuous than turning the pages of your book on your holiday, there is an abundance of all-inclusive hotels where you can sip a cocktail from the comfort of your poolside sun lounger.

Explore on your holidays in Marsa Alam

If you’d like to explore more of Egypt on your holiday to Marsa Alam, you'll only be a 2 hours drive from the temples and historic monuments at Luxor, or 30 minutes from the Valley of the Camels where you can watch the wild gazelle roaming around this beautiful national park. If you want to do some shopping on holiday, you're less than an hour from historic El Quseir where you can haggle for perfumes and silver in the souk. On your holidays to Marsa Alam explore the desert on an exhilarating jeep safari, or take a boat trip out to look for dolphins and turtles.

Book your cheap Marsa Alam holiday today!

You’ll find an excellent choice of hotels thanks to lowcostholidays.com. If you’d like to bask in 5 star luxury and set your budget in advance, then why not consider one of our cheap all inclusive deals? Marsa Alam’s hotels have a great choice of evening entertainment and plenty of traditional and international food for you to sample. The resort also has self catering apartments to rent if you’d prefer something a little cheaper. For a luxurious break in a restful resort, you’ll find that a holiday in Marsa Alam fits the bill perfectly, so search for one of the great Egypt deals to make your money go further.

At lowcostholidays.com we don’t offer standard package tours. Instead, we offer the flexibility of a tailor-made holiday which is made to suit your tastes and budget, so why wait? Book your Marsa Alam holiday in 2013 with lowcostholidays.com today!

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Family Holidays

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beach with crystal clear waters

People come on a holiday in Marsa Alam for its luxurious accommodation and relaxed atmosphere. A less crowded and more modern resort than some of its nearby neighbours, it offers a chance to escape from the hustle and bustle for some quality time with the family on the glorious Egyptian coast.

boat ride in the sunshine

Go diving in search of Denis the Dugong, the resident aquatic mammal in the depths of these waters, or seek him out through the bottom of a glass boat on a tour of the area. For a chance to explore inland, take a desert safari across the soft sands of the resort.

bar as part of the lively nightlife

The hotels are a great starting point for family friendly nightlife, where you can find evening entertainment and a range of restaurants serving world cuisine. For a larger variety of bars and restaurants on your holiday to Marsa Alam, head to Al Qsier for a more commercialised resort with plenty...

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The hotels are a great starting point for family friendly nightlife, where you can find evening entertainment and a range of restaurants serving world cuisine. For a larger variety of bars and restaurants on your holiday to Marsa Alam, head to Al Qsier for a more commercialised resort with plenty of attractions keeping its town bustling day and night

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From low budget for five star accommodation, at lowcostholidays.com there is something for everyone, so you can be sure to find a hotel right for you to create the perfect family holiday this summer. Take advantage of our great offers and flexible dates for an affordable package.

Couples Getaways

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couple walking the beach at sunset

Marsa Alam is an ideal destination for a romantic holiday on the Eygptian coast as it shares the gorgeous climate and golden beaches of other resorts, whilst it remains a relatively undiscovered resort that lacks the features of a ‘tourist trap’. Its tranquillity attracts a population of dugongs,...

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Marsa Alam is an ideal destination for a romantic holiday on the Eygptian coast as it shares the gorgeous climate and golden beaches of other resorts, whilst it remains a relatively undiscovered resort that lacks the features of a ‘tourist trap’. Its tranquillity attracts a population of dugongs, giving it a natural and unspoilt feel.

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quad biking

There is an array of activities to choose from on a holiday to Marsa Alam. Tear up the desert on a quad bike safari, delve deep into the depths of the reefs of the Red Sea, or sit back and allow yourself to be pampered in a traditional Egyptian baths

romantic restaurant meal

Although in the resort you can find a good selection of restaurants and bars, for a special evening or a night on the town head to the newly developed and constantly expanding Port Ghalid Marina. Here you can find a wealth of eateries and bars open late into the night.

For an unforgettable holiday in Marsa Alam with the one you love, find an exclusive hotel with plenty of charm at lowcostholidays.com. Whether you are booking a once in a lifetime honeymoon or a last minute getaway together, we are here to help you make it perfect.

Beach Holidays

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beach and sunloungers

If you are looking for sizzling sands without the swarms of sunseekers, Marsa Alam’s brilliant white beaches and crystal waters are ideal. The meandering coastline hides some fairly deserted bays which are a real treasure for those who stumble upon them and allow for undisturbed fun in the sun.

surfing in the ocean

There are amble opportunities during your holiday in Marsa Alam to make a splash in the sea, as the warm waters are more than inviting for those wanting to try some water-sports. From scuba diving to kite surfing, to deep sea fishing trips, the Red Sea has plenty to offer.

cocktails at the beach

Compared to its more popular and overdeveloped neighbours, Marsa Alam is a far less crowded resort and therefore the right choice for those wanting a quiet spot on the Egyptian coast. Here you can enjoy a real escape in the sun.

Whilst to the tourist hoards Marsa Alam may be relatively unknown, it seems that the hotels have caught on to the charms of the area. At lowcostholidays.com you can find some great accommodation right by the sea, from luxury hotels to shoe string savers that allow you to get away for less.

Exploring Holidays

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couple horse riding on the beach

The arid stretch of desert that surrounds Marsa Alam is surprisingly full of attraction, and a day safari can provide endless fun and exploration. Rev it up on a Jeep or quad bike experience, or ride the terrain the traditional way by hiring a horse or camel for the journey.

museum

Beyond Marsa Alam are some wonderful ancient sites and cities. Luxor is perhaps the most well known with its souks, temples and museums, whilst the fort of Al Quseir is an intriguing blend of old and new. Its Ottoman Castle is definitely worth a visit for a taste of its history.

scuba diving

Experience scuba diving with a difference in Marsa Alam, where you have a chance to spot the wonderful dugong families in their natural habitat of the underwater reefs. The deep coral walls of the Red Sea are a fascinating attraction for scuba divers of all abilities on a holiday to Egypt.

camel and pyramids

Just half an hour from Marsa Alam you can find Wadi El Gimal, The Valley of the Camels. This national park offers overnight trips, gourmet dinners and guided tours of its rich ecosystem full of history, wildlife and archaeological value. Wadi El Gimal has a diversity of natural habitats which gives...

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Just half an hour from Marsa Alam you can find Wadi El Gimal, The Valley of the Camels. This national park offers overnight trips, gourmet dinners and guided tours of its rich ecosystem full of history, wildlife and archaeological value. Wadi El Gimal has a diversity of natural habitats which gives an interesting insight into Egypt’s geography.

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  • Marsa Alam Travel Information

    Language
    Arabic (French and English widley spoken)
    Currency
    Egyptian Pound (EGP)
    Local time
    GMT/BST +2 hours
    Local airport
    Marsa Alam
    Flight time
    5 hours 15 minutes
    Transfer time
    30 minutes
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