Time zone
GMT +02:00
No time difference
Currency
Egyptian Pound (EGP)
1USD = 53.83EGP
Official languages
Arabic
Best time to visit
OCT - APR
Cooler temperatures, ideal for beach activities and diving.
Recommended trip duration
3 days
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Hurghada at a glance
Quick facts about Hurghada
What to know before visiting Hurghada
What Hurghada is known for
Hurghada is best known for tours, water activities and massages, with cruises and outdoor sports appearing in smaller numbers. Klook booking data shows tours lead the way year-round, while water activities keep strong demand through the warmer months. The city's rhythm swings between a December high and an August trough, so you'll find a lively festival of visitors and organised day trips in December but much quieter beaches and dive schedules in August. For planning, decide whether you want peak-season atmosphere or quieter, more flexible booking windows — Klook booking data underpins these patterns.
Best months to visit Hurghada
December is the clear busiest month, with demand up about 60% versus a typical month, while August is the quietest, with demand down about 80%, according to Klook booking data. Prices move differently: the priciest month for activities was June, with a typical price of USD 39, while April shows the lowest typical price at USD 19, so peak crowds and peak prices don't always align. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds aim for April or August; for a lively atmosphere choose December.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Busier than usual | USD 26 |
| February | Peak demand | USD 23 |
| March | Peak demand | USD 47 |
| April | About average | USD 19 |
| May | Quieter than usual | USD 23 |
| June | Quieter than usual | USD 39 |
| July | Very quiet | USD 28 |
| August | Very quiet | USD 26 |
| September | About average | USD 25 |
| October | Busier than usual | USD 21 |
| November | About average | USD 24 |
| December | Peak demand | USD 20 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers planning ahead
Most travellers book very close to travel dates — typically around 1 day ahead — though a small group plans further out, with the earliest bookings about 4 days out, according to Klook booking data. That makes Hurghada good for last-minute flexibility, but book earlier if you travel in December when demand spikes. Use Klook to compare popular tours and water activities, lock in a preferred time slot for diving or boat trips, and check cancellation terms so you keep flexibility while securing the experiences you want.
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