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In this article, discover the allure of Soma Bay, a premier coastal resort in Egypt along the enchanting Red Sea. Learn about its strategic location, luxurious development, rich history, diverse tourist attractions, and world-class accommodations that make it a perfect destination for those seeking relaxation, adventure, and unforgettable experiences in a picturesque setting.

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Published Oct 19, 2020 Updated May 25, 2024 7 min read

Soma Bay

Summary

  • Soma Bay, located on Egypt's Red Sea coast, offers access to its enchanting waters and rich history. Managed by experienced travel professionals, it's a destination for relaxation, aquatic adventures, and unforgettable experiences.
  • Positioned 45 km south of Hurghada International Airport, Soma Bay is accessible via a private road, featuring luxury resorts, water sports, and beautiful coastal views.
  • Developed in 1991, Soma Bay has transformed into a vibrant resort with luxury hotels, golf courses, and spas, blending natural beauty with modern amenities.
  • Renowned for sandy beaches, luxury accommodations, and a wide range of activities like diving, snorkeling, and golfing, Soma Bay is ideal for adventure and relaxation.
  • The resort offers 5-star accommodations and excursions to explore the Red Sea's underwater life, nearby historical sites, and the Sahara, making it a comprehensive vacation spot.

Soma Bay is able to give full access to the magical Red Sea, which is known for its mystical powers, rich resources, and ancient history that extended thousands of years ago. This article's main goal is to showcase all the information and details about Som Bay. This article was written by a group of a very skilled and professional team of tour operators, travel consultants, and tour guides.

Soma Bay is a heavenly tropical destination filled with awesome aquatic activities with every meaning of relaxation and entertainment. Soma Bay is a place of everlasting allure and tranquility created for those who wish to explore some natural marine wonders and create some incredible memories.

Soma Bay Location

Soma Bay is a magical coastal city resort located in Egypt in the eastern desert on the coast of the Red Sea, exactly 45 Km (28 mi) south of the International Airport of Hurghada. The location's proximity to the airport and its strategic position along the Red Sea makes it a popular destination for tourists seeking luxury resorts, water sports, diving, and relaxation in a beautiful coastal setting.

The access point to Soma Bay is a 7 Km (4.3 mi) private road through a single controlled entry gate. It is 2 km (1.2 mi) in width and 5 Km (4.3 mi) long, surrounded by the waters of the Red Sea from all directions. It is divided into a number of areas, including Soma Breeze, Mesca, Reef Town, Wadi Jebal, Bay West, and Bay Central.

The History of Soma Bay

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History of Soma Bay - Egypt Tours Portal

The Soma Bay city resort came into existence in 1991 when a Private Corporation developed the resort on 10,000,000 m2 (2,500 acres) to become a self-contained community surrounded by the pristine waters of the Red Sea. The area was initially conceived as a tourism project aimed at creating a premier holiday destination along the Red Sea. Its development involved transforming the previously uninhabited desert coastline into a vibrant resort area carefully designed to offer a blend of natural beauty and modern amenities.

A number of high-class hotels were constructed to have an enchanting atmosphere of mild climate offering tropical scenery. Soma Bay's development included the construction of courses, spas, and residential properties, catering to both local and international tourists seeking a high-end vacation experience.

Tourism in Soma Bay

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Tourism in Soma Bay - Egypt Tours Portal

Soma Bay is one of the most incredible destinations to be across the Red Sea, where the tropical vacation of dreams is at your disposal, offering an unforgettable chance to enjoy all the extended sandy beaches, incredible landscapes of amazing desert mountains, Luxury hotels, championship golf courses, aquatic activities center and a leading thalasso-therapy spa which is the largest spa all across the red sea Riviera. It is only an hour's flight from Europe, which is why it has become the most visited tropical family fun getaway.

Most Famous Beaches in Soma Bay

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Beaches in Soma Bay - Egypt Tours Portal

Soma Bay is filled with a number of incredible high-class hotels and beach resorts designed to provide the most relaxing accommodation and entertainment, such as the Sol Y Paradise beach, which holds four mega inner resorts offering everything a traveler can imagine. The incredible Robinson Beach Club is the place to be for the entire family and the aquatic sports adventurers and enthusiasts. The breakers diving and surfing Lodge Beach is a haven for all divers, wind & kite surfers who seek the ultimate adrenaline rush while catching a glimpse of the hypnotic nature of the Red Sea. 

The Westin Soma Bay Beach Golf Resort & Spa is a place for golfers and seekers of relaxation & natural beauty. If you have the ultimate luxury and class, then La Residence Des Cascades beach resort is where you need to be. It offers not only the most enchanting panoramic views of the Red Sea but also the most tranquil and relaxing experience imaginable. The thalassotherapy spa, Les Thermes Marins Des Cascades, offers the most enchanting panoramic views of the Red Sea.

Best Things to Do in Soma Bay

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Things to Do in Soma Bay - Egypt Tours Portal

Soma Bay was built and designed for relaxation and entertainment, filled with all the elements needed to have an awesome vacation. The main focus of the city resort is aquatic sports such as diving and snorkeling across sixty diving centers within Soma Bay, where you can explore the heavenly, harmonious underwater marine life of the Red Sea.

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You can also enjoy a ton of incredible kite & windsurfing across its waters and live the adventure within the embrace of the Red Sea. You can try your luck and go fishing in the Red Sea, where the most captivating and delicious sea creatures are located. Golf is one of the main sports of Soma Bay, as it holds a number of world-winning golf courses like the Cascades. The magical nature of the eastern Sahara is just a few meters away from Soma Bay, home of the Bedouin culture.

Best Time to Visit Soma Bay

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Best Time to Visit Soma Bay - Egypt Tours Portal

Soma Bay is one of the most incredible destinations in Egypt to be across the Red Sea, where the tropical vacation of dreams is at your disposal, offering an unforgettable chance to enjoy all the extended sandy beaches, incredible landscapes of amazing desert mountains, Luxury hotels, championship golf courses, aquatic activities center and a leading thalasso-therapy spa which is the largest spa all across the red sea Riviera. It is only an hour's flight from Europe, which is why it has become the most visited tropical family fun getaway.

The Red Sea's crystal-clear waters and diverse marine life make Soma Bay a haven for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. The region boasts vibrant coral reefs, an array of colorful fish species, and even shipwrecks, providing fantastic underwater exploration opportunities. From there, everyone will get to explore nearby historical sites like Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Karnak Temple Complex, the Valley of the Kings, and more, plus take desert safaris across the magical Western Sahara.

Soma Bay Properties

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Soma Bay Properties - Egypt Tours Portal

Sheraton Soma Bay Resort is a brilliant 5-star resort located right on the beach with a golf course, spa, and multiple pools. Palm Royale Resort Soma Bay is a blessed 5-star resort that also has a beachfront location and offers multiple dining options, a spa, and water sports. Steigenberger Resort Ras Soma is a delightful 5-star resort that features a spa, outdoor pools, a private beach, and several restaurants and bars.

Mövenpick Waterpark Resort & Spa Soma Bay is filled with magnificent rooms & suites in a lively beachfront resort with three pools, dining & a dive center, plus a spa. Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay is by far the finest and most luxurious hotel, which has incredible rooms & suites in a seaside resort with dining, a lavish club, multiple outdoor pools & a spa.

Best Soma Bay Excursions

Every single element of an ideal vacation can be located all around Soma Bay, from luxury hotels to golf courses and entertainment centers where the thrills of a lifetime are created. One more reason to explore Soma Bay is the magical diving and snorkeling spots that offer a passage to the divine wonders of the Red Sea. Soma Bay excursions are a chance to create your own miracle and experience the sensation of genuine happiness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Soma Bay is very safe and one of the safest & secure places found across the shores of the red sea.
It is owned by Ibrahim El Missiri, CEO of ASDC, the developers of Soma Bay in 1991. Soma Bayis the 10 mn sqm peninsula on the Red Sea south of Hurghada, with an 11km coastline and the most pristine sandy beach.
Snorkeling and Diving in Soma Bay is very popular due to its clear, calm waters, rich aquatic creatures, and vibrant coral reefs.
Soma Bay is a magical resort filled with beautiful beaches, marvelous resorts, and excellent snorkeling & diving trips where everyone will get to enjoy the most heavenly clear waters, vibrant marine life, and colorful coral reefs, thus making it an epic destination for water enthusiasts who wish to try out the most thrilling Windsurfing, kitesurfing, diving, snorkeling, sailing plus super safari across the western desert.
The development of Soma Bay came as a joint venture between international and Egyptian investors, which is overseen by the Soma Bay Development Company, and the area features several luxury hotels and resorts, including the Kempinski Hotel, Sheraton Soma Bay Resort, and The Westin Soma Bay Golf Resort & Spa.
Soma Bay is an epic and enchanting resort where everyone will get to have the most enjoyable snorkeling adventure leading to the most amazing collections of colorful fish, turtles, rays, and other marine life. During the months between October and April, the entire environment of Soma Bay will provide all that the heart desires in the blessed waters of the Red Sea.
The entire country of Egypt deserve to be explored with its every heavenly detail but there are places that must be seen before any other such as the breathtaking Hurghada's red sea, The wonders of Cairo the pyramids of Giza, the great sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Bazaar, the wonders of Luxor like Valley of the Kings, Karnak & Hatshepsut temple and the wonders of Aswan such as Abu Simbel temples, Philea temple, Unfinished obelisk and The Wonders of Alexandria like Qaitbat Citadel, Pompey's Pillar and Alexandria Library. Read more about the best places to visit in Egypt.
If you want to apply for a Visa On Arrival that lasts for 30 days then you should be one of the eligible countries, have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining and pay 25$ USD in cash, as for the E-Visa for 30 day you should have a valid passport for at least 8 months, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee then print the e-visa to later be presented to the airport border guard. You could also be one of the lucky ones who can obtain a free visa for 90 days. Read more about Egypt travel visa.
Egypt has a variety of delicious cuisines but we recommend "Ful & Ta'meya (Fava Beans and Falafel)", Mulukhiya, "Koshary", a traditional Egyptian pasta dish, and Kebab & Kofta, the Egyptian traditional meat dish. Read more about Top Traditional Egyptian Food.
The best time to travel to Egypt is during the winter from September to April, as the climate becomes a little tropical, accompanied by a magical atmosphere of warm weather with a winter breeze. You will be notified in the week of your trip if the Climate is unsafe and if any changes have been made. Read more about Best Time to Visit Egypt.
You should pack everything you could ever need in a small bag so you can move easily between your destinations. Read more about What to Pack for Your Egypt Tour.
We have been creating the finest vacations for more than 20 years around the most majestic destinations in Egypt. Our staff consists of the best operators, guides and drivers who dedicate all of their time & effort to make you have the perfect vacation. All of our tours are customized by Travel, Financial & Time consultants to fit your every possible need during your vacation. It doesn't go without saying that your safety and comfort are our main priority and all of our resources will be directed to provide the finest atmosphere until you return home.
You will feel safe in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is quite peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt. Read more about is it safe to travel to Egypt.
Wear whatever feels right and comfortable. It is advised to wear something light and comfortable footwear like a closed-toe shoe to sustain the terrain of Egypt. Put on sun block during your time in Egypt in the summer to protect yourself from the sun.
The best activity is by far boarding a Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan or Vise Versa. Witness the beauty of Egypt from a hot balloon or a plane and try all the delicious Egyptian cuisines and drinks plus shopping in old Cairo. Explore the allure and wonders of the red sea in the magical city resorts of Egypt like Hurghada and many more by diving and snorkeling in the marine life or Hurghada. Behold the mesmerizing western desert by a safari trip under the heavenly Egyptian skies.
There are a lot of public holidays in Egypt, too many to count, either religious or nation, the most important festivals are the holy month of Ramadan, which ends with Eid Al Fitr, Christmas, and New Year's Eve. Read more about festivals & publich holidays in Egypt.
Egypt is considered to be one of the most liberal Islamic countries but it has become a little bit conservative in the last couple of decades so it is advised to avoid showing your chest, shoulders or legs below the knees.
Arabic is the official language and Most Egyptians, who live in the cities, speak or understand English or at least some English words or phrases. Fewer Egyptians can speak French, Italian, Spanish, and German. Professional tour guides, who work in the tourism sector, are equipped to handle visitors who cannot speak Arabic and they will speak enough English and other languages to fulfill the needs of all our clients.
The fastest way is a car, of course, a taxi. If you are in Cairo ride a white taxi to move faster or you could board the fastest way of transportation in Egypt metro if the roads are in rush hour.
The temperature in Egypt ranges from 37c to 14 c. Summer in Egypt is somehow hot but sometimes it becomes cold at night and winter is cool and mild. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5 °C in the wintertime to 23 °C in the summertime and the average high temperatures vary from 17 °C in the wintertime to 32 °C in the summertime. The temperature is moderate all along the coasts.
It is the home of everything a traveler might be looking for from amazing historical sites dating to more than 4000 years to enchanting city resorts & beaches. You will live the vacation you deserve as Egypt has everything you could possibly imagine.
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