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Dive reports, trip tips and local know-how from the Divers Trips crew in Hurghada.
Diving GuidesPADI Advanced Open Water Course in Hurghada: Age, Depth, Dives and Cost
What the PADI Advanced Open Water course involves, who can take it, the 30 m and 21 m depth limits, and how Hurghada operators' prices and days compare.
Diving GuidesHurghada vs Sharm el Sheikh vs Marsa Alam for Diving: An Honest Comparison
A sourced three-way comparison of Red Sea diving: airports, dive style, famous sites, wrecks, marine life, crowds and seasons, with the places where sources disagree.
Sea TripsWhat to Wear and Bring on a Boat Trip in Hurghada
A trip-by-trip packing list built from our own trip pages, plus sourced guidance on sun protection, reef-safe sunscreen, seasickness, cash and phone cases.
Trip PlanningIs Hurghada Safe for Tourists? An Honest 2026 Guide to Streets, Sea and Boats
What government advisories say about Hurghada and the Red Sea, plus practical advice on scams, solo travel, boat operators, sun and emergency numbers. Read on 5 October 2026.
Sea TripsWhere to Swim and Snorkel in Hurghada: Beaches, House Reefs and Boat Trips Compared
Central Hurghada beaches have little coral, resort house reefs sit in specific bays, and boat trips reach the offshore reefs. Reported beach fees and our options compared.
Sea TripsPrivate Speedboat or Private Boat in Hurghada: Prices, Routes and Whether It Is Worth It
A private speedboat in Hurghada is €250 per boat with us; a larger private boat is quoted on request. Here is how they differ, who each suits and what to ask before booking.
Trip PlanningHurghada in July and August: Heat, Sea and UV Guide for Boat Days
NOAA normals, sea temperature, UV and sunset times for Hurghada in July and August, plus an hour-by-hour plan that puts boats in the morning and the desert at sunset.
Trip PlanningEl Gouna vs Hurghada: Where to Stay and What You Get
El Gouna is a planned lagoon town; Hurghada is a large resort city. Compare character, beaches, nightlife, kite and water sports, and how to see El Gouna from Hurghada.
Trip PlanningWhat to Do in Hurghada When the Sea Is Rough or Trips Are Cancelled
Boat trips in Hurghada can change when wind and waves rise. See how ports close, what Beaufort force means, and five land trips from our own list.
Sea TripsSnorkeling in Hurghada with Kids or if You Can’t Swim: A Safety-First Guide
Who can snorkel in Hurghada, which child ages and swimming levels suit which trips, and what to do instead if a child or adult cannot or will not swim.