Hurghada or Sharm? Best Red Sea city for your trip

Hurghada or Sharm? Best Red Sea City for Your Trip

Need a vacation on crystal clear water and want to enjoy diving with fish and coral reefs? Then the Red Sea is one of the best spots for you, and Egypt’s two cities, Sharm El-Sheikh and Hurghada, are perfect for you. But the question is: which one of them to choose? Both are famous vacation spots with amazing beaches, perfect spots for diving, and a great vibe. In this blog, we will try to show both places and what makes them special so you can decide where to spend your next vacation.

1. Comparing the beaches of Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh

Both spots are known for their magnificent beaches, crystal clear water, and underwater beauty, making them perfect for diving and snorkeling.

● Beach quality and sand

• In Hurghada, most of the beaches have some rocky areas, which might bother some people, and the texture of the sand is mostly rougher than that in Sharm El-Sheikh.

• Sharm El-Sheikh, as we wrote, has smoother sand, and most of the beaches have coral reefs near the shore, which makes it perfect for snorkeling and diving.

● Diving and snorkeling

• Sharm El-Sheikh might have an edge over Hurghada in snorkeling due to the proximity of coral reefs to the beach, whereas for diving in Hurghada, you might need a boat to reach the diving spots.

● Water clarity and sea life

• Sharm El-Sheikh’s water is clearer, which makes it easier to see fish and other sea creatures, whereas Hurghada’s Red Sea is calmer and also has great sea life.

2. Nightlife & vibes

After the sun goes down and you’re done enjoying the water, head back to the hotel and relax a little, because you may need it, you’re about to enjoy the nightlife of two of the most amazing cities in Egypt.

● Hurghada

• Nightlife is more affordable, offering a chill experience.

• For people who want a casual nightlife, you will find bars and clubs that offer just that.

● Sharm El-Sheikh

• More expensive, and places like Naama Bay attract luxury travelers.

• It also offers a luxurious nightlife.

If you want to relax and lie back at night, you should choose Hurghada. But if you want to enjoy a lively nightlife and explore casinos and rooftop clubs, Sharm El-Sheikh should be your choice.

3. Family trips

Want to take a family vacation and enjoy the amazing vibes? Let the children play on water slides, in swimming pools, and on water trampolines. Both places have amazing resorts that families and children can enjoy staying in.

• Sharm El-Sheikh is more expensive; it is better suited for people who want a more special trip, perhaps for travelers and couples.

• Hurghada is more affordable and suitable for families with children.