Lovely lovely island with great white sandy beach and clear turquoise water. There are public and private beaches all of which are great. The private beaches like Orange Bay and Mahmya are simply marvelous and worth the money. There are also some nice snorkeling spots but not the spots the regular trips go to. The reefs in the shallow waters have been mostly ruined but still OK. The best thing is the boat trip, really love every moment faring over the red sea from Hurghada port to Giftun and back.

Well worth a visit. Absolutely stunning in the evening sun. You can rent a special dress (as a woman) for the small amount of 1.-€ or 50.- LE to visit inside - the outside is much more beautiful though. Highly recommended when you are in Hurghada region.

It’s so nice and have a good vibes, especially at the night, and you can take great pictures here

The best trip we had in two weeks. Really nice tour guides. The food was very good. Free drinks while lunch. Very clean beach. And the sand was also very nice. The snorkeling was also very nice. The snorkeling guide was really helpful and showed us in 40 minutes a nice coral reef. It was a perfect day.

I recently stayed at Sindbad Club Hotel in Egypt with my family, and our experience was nothing short of amazing. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and genuine kindness. Every single member of staff was wonderful so friendly, helpful, and welcoming. It really felt like everyone went out of their way to make our stay special, and that made such a big difference to our holiday. The hotel itself is beautiful, very well-kept, and always spotless. The atmosphere is both relaxing and lively, making it perfect for families. The food was excellent fresh, tasty, and with plenty of variety every day. We looked forward to every meal because the service and presentation were just as good as the food itself. I want to give a special mention to Hani, the cleaner, who truly went above and beyond. He didn’t just keep our room clean he made it absolutely spotless, paying attention to every little detail. His dedication, professionalism, and kindness really stood out, and he exceeded every expectation. Hani is the best, and we are so grateful for his hard work and care. Overall, Sindbad Club Hotel exceeded all expectations. The combination of the amazing staff, delicious food, welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional cleanliness made this one of the best holidays we’ve ever had. We left feeling so happy, relaxed, and excited to come back. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Egypt you will be treated like family here.

Brilliant place to visit. They have a McDonalds and kfc. The portion sizes are twice as big as the uk. Also Spinneys is brilliant it’s almost like Asda it has everything and all priced so you won’t get ripped off.

Fabulous place to dive. All the instructors and guides are knowledgeable, professional and fun. Beautiful dives along the housereef, but also boat trips out. We saw turtles, rays, eels and so many fish. We will be returning with the kids!!

We had a private tour for the full day. We went snorkelling and saw amazing corals, fishes, and dolphins. The staff was amazing and professional. Our diver instructor Mohamed was simply amazing. Highly recommended.

My friends and I spent two weeks diving with the crew at Makadi Bay. The sites we visited were breathtaking, and the Red Sea has some of the most beautiful diving in the world. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we had the best trip, from VIP boat tours to some world class training. Even on days when the boats were not full, they would take us out because they wanted us to have the best experience. The house reef is absolutely stunning, and snorkelers can also easily enjoy the beauty right from the pier. The staff also speak a host of different languages, so communication is not an issue. I highly recommend snorkeling/diving/boat tours with these wonderful hosts, we became better divers and we cannot wait to return later this year!

We had an amazing time at Makadi Water World during our stay in Makadi Bay. The water park is massive, with a great variety of slides to suit all ages and levels of thrill-seeking. From adrenaline-pumping slides like the Tunnel Free Fall to more family-friendly options, there’s something for everyone. We arrived just before 10 AM and practically had the place to ourselves for the first couple of hours, which was brilliant. Within two hours, we’d already been on every slide at least twice! One of the best features is the all-inclusive access with hotel wristbands. It made grabbing food and drinks throughout the day so convenient. The staff were friendly and efficient, and the food options were surprisingly good for a water park—burgers, pizzas, and fresh fruit kept us fuelled up for the day. The park is clean, well-maintained, and has plenty of sun loungers and shaded areas to relax in between rides. The kids had an absolute blast, and so did we! Whether you’re staying at a nearby hotel or just visiting for the day, Makadi Water World is a must-visit. It’s a fantastic day out for families, and we’ll definitely be back on our next trip to Egypt. Highly recommended!

It's changed due to the 5 star report taking over the original beach and dive center. I was sad and skeptical but upon arrival today pleasantly surprised. Their new beach is right below our rooms, playground, beach bar and showers all so much closer and cozy. The pier entrance to the sea is constructed professional and comfortable with wide safe steps to access the left side of the original inside bay. It's safe and the pier has benches and boxes for snorkeling equipment or other belongings and parents to sit supervise their children. Everything else remained the same, the wonderful staff, amazing Manager Mina, receptionist and the great chefs and waiters like Hussein. So happy to be back with 20 family members who came from abroad. Food is delicious and it feels like home.

This is a great place for rental. The kites (or most importantly the bar and lines) are in the excellent condition, much better than elsewhere in the area. The spot is less crowded than others. This place also offers better prices and by far the best service - you will be really well looked after! The reef does bottom out at low tide, so there is a walk across the reef (about 50-100 yards/ meters) to get deep enough to kite but this is not an issue at high tide.

We had such a great experience as a family of 5 diving with Freedom Divers. From the very beginning it was clear that Ahmed ran a very professional outfit. The safety aspect throughout our 7 dives, up to date and clean equipment were all at a very high standard. Freedom Divers have their own fabulous boat which had all the facilties and was very efficiently run by the whole team. Help was always on hand if and when you needed it. Lunch was delicious and afternoon tea too. What's not to like. Would highly recommend and will definitely be coming back to dive in Safaga with this team again in the future. Big thanks goes to the whole team!

Possibly my favourite temple out of all the ones I visited in Egypt. The colours are very nice and better than any other temple, as it has been restored around 2021 I believe. It is worth a trip from Luxor to go see this one. We were the first to arrive on the day at 7:30am, which made it even better.

Possibly my favourite temple out of all the ones I visited in Egypt. The colours are very nice and better than any other temple, as it has been restored around 2021 I believe. It is worth a trip from Luxor to go see this one. We were the first to arrive on the day at 7:30am, which made it even better.

Possibly my favourite temple out of all the ones I visited in Egypt. The colours are very nice and better than any other temple, as it has been restored around 2021 I believe. It is worth a trip from Luxor to go see this one. We were the first to arrive on the day at 7:30am, which made it even better.

A childhood dream come true – King Tut’s tomb is breathtaking! Finally seeing King Tutankhamun’s tomb in person was a surreal and emotional experience—truly a childhood bucket list item crossed off! The moment you step inside, you’re struck by the vibrant colors still preserved on the walls after thousands of years. The artwork is mesmerizing, telling the powerful story of the boy king’s journey to the afterlife. It’s incredible how detailed and symbolic every figure and hieroglyph is—like walking through ancient history frozen in time. The significance of his legacy and the mystery surrounding his life and death make it all the more captivating. An absolute must-see for anyone fascinated by Egypt’s rich past!

This place is incredible; it was honestly the highlight of my trip to Luxor. The drive from the ticket office to the valley is a very memorable experience!! The Valley isn’t far from Luxor city but it feels like you’re in the middle of the desert. This place was the last stop of our tour, and with it also being 40C, it was absolutely exhausting. However so worth it! Beware of workers trying to take your phone from your hands to take pictures and then ask for a tip. I’ve seen it happen to others and they also tried to do that with me, thankfully I turned away before they managed to grab my phone. There’s also a bazaar with souvenirs and clothing - the workers aren’t too pushy which is good. The landscape of the mountains is gorgeous, and the walls are beautifully decorated. The actually tombs itself are covered. Take lots of water with you. I highly recommend coming here.

Words cannot describe this temple. Ancient, monumental, historic. This temple is visually brilliant, so picture-esque, and we had the best time seeing all parts of the temple!

Located in front of the First pylon is the short, but impressive Avenue of the Rams. It is composed of sphinx-like creatures with heads of rams and bodies of a lion. This is not the same as the Avenue of the Sphinxes which connects Karnak to Luxor, runs north to south and begins at the temple of Khonsu.

This is usually the first stop of the big three. Karnak is simply mind blowing. You have to be there. Take enough time. And have water with you. You need two hours or more to see everything. Watch out that you get to shadow places to get a rest from the Sun. don’t start doing photos at the beginning. when you do the first walk into the temple just get all the impressions period without being distracted. Go to the halls watch every pillars walks through the right where is the holy sea and walk straight until you can’t go any further because they are still archaeological working on ongoing. Then take a similar way back and start doing photos. You will have an impression by now period. When you do photos of the pillars go down a little bit to get a bit of perspective. Period. I said have enough time with you it’s mind blowing.

The Colossi of Memnon are two gigantic seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, dating back to the 14th century BCE, that stand on the west bank of the Nile opposite Luxor. Each statue is about 18 meters high and carved from blocks of quartzite sandstone that were transported from quarries near Cairo, more than 600 kilometers away. They originally stood at the entrance of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple, one of the largest ever built in Egypt, but the temple itself was largely destroyed by floods and later reused as building material. The two statues are all that remain standing on the site, serving as silent guardians of the ruined complex. Both statues depict the king seated on a throne, hands resting on his knees, looking east toward the rising sun. The sides of the thrones are decorated with reliefs showing the Nile god Hapi and symbolic representations of conquered peoples. Although badly damaged over time—particularly the upper portions of the figures—they still impress visitors with their sheer scale and presence. In antiquity, the northern statue became famous for producing a mysterious sound at dawn, a phenomenon caused by the heating and cooling of the stone after it cracked in an earthquake. Greek and Roman travelers associated this “singing” with Memnon, a mythical hero of the Trojan War, and the statues became a major attraction in the classical world. Today, the Colossi of Memnon remain one of the most iconic sights on the west bank of Luxor. They stand as monuments not only to the power and ambition of Amenhotep III but also to the fascination they inspired in visitors for thousands of years. Even though they are the ruined remnants of a once-magnificent temple, their enduring presence continues to embody the grandeur and mystery of ancient Egypt.

Amazing place, the best time to visit will be at noon, all the artifacts are indoors and the place is air conditioned, especially in the summer as most of Luxor's attractions are out doors and the weather is too harsh. The place is nice and well organized. It is also wheelchair accessible. In one section, there is a special escalator. There are restrooms near the ticket kiosk.

Stunning colour preservation on the underside of the gateways and some pillars. Location is close to the valley of the king's and it's the only temple with the kings palace remains next to it. Also great because it's not as busy as the other temples and just as stunning. Great for picture taking and a chill out

Lovely place to visit! When we arrived there was no queue. You can buy tickets online for almost all visits to temples in Egypt via egymonuments, which can be useful during busier times.

The temple of Khnum at Esna also known as the temple of Esna, was dedicated to the god Khnum. It is an incredible well preserve temple, remarkable for the beautiful carvings on the walls, columns and ceiling. It was built of red sandstone, and its portico consisted of six rows of four columns each, with a total of 24 beautiful columns, each with a different lotus-leaf capital. The temple still conserves vibrant colors, particularly in the column shafts and capitals. It’s walls are adorned with images of Roman emperors making offerings to Egyptian gods. The temple contains very late hieroglyphic inscription, dating from the reign of Decius (249–251 CE). The temple of Khnum or Esna conveys a sense of the importance which the Ancient Egyptians placed upon their places of worship. You can not visit this temple and not be mesmerized by the carving on the walls and columns, but particularly those on the ceiling. One can spend hours enjoying and admiring the craftsmanship of every inch of this well preserved temple. Currently (2025) the temple is being renovated by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities with the help of the German University of Tubingen.

The Edfu Temple is one of the most impressive temples we visited in Egypt. It’s dedicated to Horus and feels incredibly grand the moment you walk in. The massive entrance, tall columns, and detailed carvings really show how well-preserved it is. You can still see a lot of the original wall reliefs and hieroglyphs, and it gives a great sense of how majestic ancient Egyptian temples once were. Definitely get a guide to listen to all the history. It’s fascinating!

A beautiful temple next to the Nile river. We visited the temple in the evening and it was breathtaking. The temple is divided into two sections for two different Egyption gods. There is also a museum showcasing the mummification of crocidiles during that period. Kom Ombo Temple is a must see. Please ensure you have a guide with you to explain the wonderful and rich history of the temple.