Hurghada Adventure Holidays

Hurghada offers incredible Red Sea diving and snorkelling, desert quad biking, camel trekking, mountain hiking in the Eastern Desert, kitesurfing, deep-sea fishing and sunset sailing trips. iTravel Holidays can arrange any combination of these activities as part of your holiday package.

Absolutely — Hurghada is one of the world's best destinations for learning to dive, with calm, clear waters and excellent PADI dive centres. Water temperatures remain comfortable year-round, and the shallow reef systems are perfect for building confidence underwater.

Desert safari prices typically range from £25-60 per person depending on duration and inclusions, with full-day Bedouin experiences costing more than half-day quad bike tours. iTravel Holidays can pre-book these activities to secure better rates than booking locally.

Pack reef-safe sun cream, water shoes for rocky beaches, lightweight hiking boots for desert walks, and quick-dry clothing for water activities. Most diving and adventure equipment can be rented locally, though bringing your own mask and fins is recommended for diving enthusiasts.

Yes, when booked through reputable operators that iTravel Holidays partners with, all activities meet international safety standards. Our selected dive centres are PADI certified, and desert tour operators use well-maintained equipment with experienced guides.

Popular day trips include Luxor for ancient temples (4 hours drive), Giftun Island for pristine snorkelling, and the Eastern Desert mountains for hiking and stargazing. iTravel Holidays can arrange these excursions as part of your holiday package.

Hurghada offers easier access and better value than Sharm el Sheikh, with equally spectacular reefs and marine life. The northern dive sites feature pristine hard corals, while southern locations offer dramatic drop-offs and larger pelagic species like dolphins and turtles.

Yes, comprehensive travel insurance covering adventure sports is essential for activities like diving, quad biking and desert tours. iTravel Holidays can recommend suitable policies that cover all the outdoor activities available in Hurghada.