Things to do in Ain Sokhna
The crystal clear waters and virgin beaches in Ain Sokhna are perfect for going deep-sea fishing. Other activities include windsurfing, camping, kite surfing, and so on. You can rent a yacht for a day and go fishing with family and friends, or swimming and diving in the clear waters. Enjoy your time with your beloved ones away from the hassle of the capital city.
Za'farana is among the main centers in the world for scuba diving, as well as being famous for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Additionally, Belagio compound in Ain Sokhna possesses a kite surfing center. They have a sandy lagoon with shallow water and they’ll help you kite surf in a suitable weather.
Historcal tours are also available in Ain Sokhna; a visit to the Egypt Shore Excursions can take you back to the time of the Pharaohs. Recent archaeological excavations have shown that there was an ancient Egyptian port and settlement in this area. The site was first brought to attention in 1999.French and Egyptian archaeologists have been investigating this area since that time. As early as the Old Kingdom, seafaring expeditions on the Red Sea were organized from Ain Sokhna. Similar material was also found at the Wadi Maghareh, where many Old Kingdom inscriptions are found.
Don't miss visiting Ataka Mountain, a mountain that soars 800m above sea level. It is a must-see location when you are in Ain Sokhna. St Anthony and St Paul Monasteries in the Eastern Desert nearby are also interesting cultural sites to behold, and the historically significant Suez Canal is approximately an hour away.
Porto Sokhna
About 20 km south of Ain Sokhna, rising 270 meters above sea level, you’ll find the upscale resort of Porto Sokhna, an ambitious real estate development, Egypt’s first mountain-top resort and golf course. Spanning over a total area of 2.5 million sq. m, it includes gigantic malls, charming residential areas and villas, infinite shopping options, restaurants, and a cinema complex. The resort is linked to the coast through a cable-car transportation system.
Galala Ain Sokhna
Mount Galala is an extension and modernization of the town of Ain El Sokhna, where a city has been built on the top of the mountain. Mount Galala city has high standard universities, hospitals, and hotels. There is a sloping road down the mountain that connects to Ain Sokhna and a fast cable-car transportation system that leads to the beach.
Ain Sokhna Hotels
In recent years, international hotel chains have populated this stretch of coastal paradise, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a genuine piece of heaven on the Red Sea coast. Luxury, lovely beaches, fun water activities, and proximity to the wonderful Eastern Desert make Ain Sokhna a great spot for your vacation. There are many Ain Sokhna hotels to choose from, which offer activities such as snorkeling, jet-skiing and paddle boating. You can also enjoy a nice round on the golf courses, or a relaxing afternoon of spa indulgence at the state-of-the-art Stella Di Mare Resort.
