Best time to go to Marsa Alam

Marsa Alam pairs 13 hours of daily sunshine with temperatures that rocket to the 33°C mark in July and August. And while the winter months hover around a decent 23°C during the day, evenings can see temperatures fall by a cool 10°C. It’s all down to the area’s desert climate, which also means Marsa Alam only gets a sprinkling of rain each year.

Passports and Visas

As a British citizen, you must have a valid passport and a visa to enter Egypt. For a small fee, you can apply through our visa and travel authorisation partner – Sherpa.

If you’re only travelling to Taba and/or Sharm el Sheikh, you won’t need a visa. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt/entry-requirements.


Don't forget to arrange your travel insurance before you go.

Health and safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. For the latest health and safety information, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt/health

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    • Flight Time - 5 hours 30 minutes from Gatwick

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