Top 7 Outdoor Activities to Do in Marsa Alam
Some travel for leisure, others for adventure, and when you plan a trip to Marsa Alam from Dubai with Yup Africano, you get the best of both worlds. However, in this blog, we shall focus on the adventure side.
From eating lavish spreads that are inspired by global continental cuisine to eating local cuisine and gaining the experience of a lifetime, Marsa Alam offers a wonderful experience to all tourists alike. Talking of adventures, the place offers unlimited adventures to people of all ages. From stargazing nights that the entire family can enjoy to the snorkeling and diving activities that true adventure lovers enjoy, you will find more than what you ask for in this hidden paradise of Egypt. So let’s get started and read this blog post till the end.
Do read our blog titled “Go a Little Off Track: Visit Marsa Alam in Egypt.”
1. Booking a Dolphin Snorkeling Cruise
Who doesn’t love dolphins? From the little kids to grown adults and even seniors with silver hair, all get a chuckle seeing cute dolphins. Yup Africano specializes in arranging customized group trips in Dubai for Marsa Alam that include the booking and planning of exciting activities like dolphin snorkeling. Everything, from booking your cruise to arranging for lunch and back-and-forth travel, is managed by us. All you have to do is make a decision, and the rest will be taken care of by Yup Africano. You have both budget-friendly and luxury options for your dolphin cruise. So irrespective of how much you want to spend on your dolphin expedition, you can enjoy a leisurely activity combined with adventure by booking a dolphin snorkeling cruise.
2. Came Riding Tour
This thing is hit among kids: “riding a camel.” If you are planning a trip for your family, then don’t forget to include a camel riding tour in your Dubai to Egypt tour packages because kids and adults alike love to stroll through the vastness of Marsa Alam dessert seated on the back of a Camel, “the desert horse or the desert ship,” as it was popularly regarded back in the early 90s. What is striking about the camel tour in Marsa Alam is that you can book a combined tour that will take you from the desert to the sea. Amazing scenery awaits you when you embark on this scenic tour. This tour is popular among solo travelers as it allows them to strike up a conversation with the owner of the camel and other travelers like them.
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3. Stargazing in the Marsa Alam Desert
If there is one thing that people, irrespective of their age, cannot resist, then it should be the opportunity for stargazing. You must include stargazing in Marsa Alam in your Egypt tour packages from the UAE, especially if you live in a buzzing city like Dubai, where, because of light pollution, the opportunity to witness stars is very rare in the cities. With Yup Africano, you get a guided experience where our guides help you gaze at different planets and constellations, not just stars. So when you go back home, you will have amazing stories of the distant planets and the stars to tell your friends and family. Along with stargazing, Yup Africano can also barbeque dinner for you. The cuisine of the barbeque can be anything that you may like; it can even be vegan or vegetarian. Imagine enjoying a lavish spread of vegan barbecue in Marsa Alam, gazing at stars, and learning about planets. Wouldn’t that be a fun experience?
4. Snorkeling
Snorkeling in the blue, crystal-clear seas of Marsa Alam is one of the most popular adventurous activities here. Most of the people who book Egypt packages from Dubai include snorkeling, and if this is your first trip to the place, then you must do it. While snorkeling, you can witness some of the best coral reefs in the sea at the Red Sea and walk on the pristine beaches. In addition to coral reefs, the Red Sea of Marsa Alam is known for its turtles and rich marine life.
5. Morning Quad Biking
If you are an early riser, then your trip to Egypt from Dubai must include a quad biking expedition in Marsa Alam. The wonders that Marsa Alam offers in the early morning hours are second to none. They are wonderful and put any person in awe of them. From the tiny pink blooms at the roadside to the crystal, clear blue waters of the sea and golden sands, morning quad biking will be an adventure-packed outdoor activity that you will certainly enjoy in Marsa Alam.
6. Yacht Cruise
Towards a little luxury and a little adventure, Egypt has been known for the Nile cruise and different cruises since the mid-nineteenth century. So if you are planning to visit Egypt, especially Marsa Alam, then you must certainly book yourself seats on a yacht cruise. It will take you in the middle of the sea towards the horizon, and while appreciating the evening beauty during sunset, you can indulge in your favorite beverages while thinking of the glorious future that lies ahead of you and get nostalgic about the good old days when you were a little boy or girl.
7. Take a Walking Tour
Another activity that we suggest to all our patrons is taking a walking tour anywhere they visit. Yup Africano arranges a walking tour for all who wish to see the marvels of native life on foot and get a firsthand experience. From watching local artisans make beaded jewelry to picking up tasteful gifts, a walking tour will be a valuable activity that will enrich your journey to Marsa Alam.
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