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Nice weather and moderate crowds make February–April and October–November the best time to visit Egypt. These months are perfect for enjoying the Nile River cruise and hiking Sinai trail. March to May can bring sandstorms from the desert with the ‘khamsin’ wind. Summer in Egypt is sweltering with July and August being the hottest, so escape the heat at the Red Sea beaches, but book in advance. December and January are chilly everywhere except the south, and full of tourist flocks at major sights like Pyramids of Giza and Temples of Luxor. Keep in mind major holidays like Radaman when lots of restaurants and banks close down during the day.

22 things to do in Egypt

Scuba Diving and Snorkelling

May–October Activity

The incredible Red Sea welcomes you to see its rich marine life, but Alexandria's harbour on the Mediterranean Sea is also perfect for discovering the ancient sunken cities of Egypt

Lake Nasser Fishing Safari

March–June Activity

Discover the pleasure of a big catch in Lake Nasser

Sham el-Nessim (Easter)

April 21, 2025 Event

Celebrate an Egyptian Easter called Sham El-Nessim together with locals and meet spring

Abu Simbel Sun Festival

October 22 | February 22 Event

The inner sanctum of the temple remains in darkness throughout the year and sees the stream of natural sunlight only twice a year

Sahara Desert Trekking

October–May Activity

Explore the Sahara Desert—a “country” of orange, white, and black sand dunes and rock sculpted to perfection by the wind

Sharks in the Red Sea

May–August Nature

Dreaming about seeing sharks swimming in the open Red Sea? Not a bad idea, but try not to become their prey

Ramadan

March 10-April 8, 2024 Event

Do not worry if you visit Egypt during Ramadan. It's always fun, interesting, and even frugal

Mediterranean Sea Beach Season

May–October Activity

Improve your tan on the sun-kissed beaches of the Mediterranean coastline of Egypt!

Sunrise or Sunset on Mount Sinai

September–November | April–May Nature

The sensation of being on Mount Sinai as the sun appears in the morning sky or sets on the horizon in the evening is impossible to forget

Red Sea Beach Season

March–November Activity

Discover the coastline stretching from the Suez Canal for 1,250 kilometres and flanked with superb beaches

Sandboarding

December–March Activity

The rolling sands of Egypt’s great sand sea is home to some of the best sandboarding in the world

Locust Plague

late February–March Nature

When you see a swarm of hungry, angry locusts, better stay out of their way!

Mango

June–Septmber Food

Egyptian mango is one of the most nutritionally rich fruits with a distinctive flavour, smell, and taste

Hiking Sinai Trail

September–November | February–May Activity

Explore and admire the landscapes of the Sinai Peninsula with its mountains and canyons

Camel Riding at Giza in Pleasant Weather

October–November | March–April Activity

There is no better way to explore the Giza Pyramids, the Seventh Wonder of the World, than atop a camel—particularly enjoyable at sunrise or sunset!

Kitesurfing in El Gouna

June–September Activity

Glide on the water alongside nature, sea birds, and sometimes flying fish, sea turtles, or dolphins

Eid al-Fitr

April 10, 2024 Event

Don't miss the Festival of Breaking the Fast known as Eid-al-Fitr in Egypt

Mineral Springs in Siwa Oasis

October–April Activity

Discover the fabulous desert oasis with its lush palm trees and sparkling muscle-relaxing hot springs

Windsurfing in Dahab

March–October Activity

The famous windsurfing Mecca of the Red Sea

Sandbox Festival

May 16-18, 2024 Event

Three days of electronic music on the Red Sea coast

New Year's Eve

December 31 Event

The Land of the Pharaohs is inviting you to pair a NYE party with an outdoor adventure

El Gouna Film Festival

October 24–November 1, 2024 Event

Discover the new voices at GFF

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