Many people head to Egypt’s El Quseir for some ultimate tranquility. With beaches of white sand and a picturesque harbour, this former fishing village is the place to take it easy. There is not so much fishing here as there used to be, but if you want to spend your El Quseir holidays trying your hand at reeling in a Red Sea fish, you can – just head to nearby Hurghada, where there are plenty of opportunities for a spot of holiday fishing.

One of the many reasons people come to Egypt is to spend their days on or near the ocean. For this reason, fishing is the ideal way to get out on the water. Spend your day out on the fishing boat, taking in the beautiful ocean landscape of islands, and see what you can reel in! A popular way to incorporate fishing into Hurghada holidays is to book a place on a deep sea fishing safari. There are several to choose from, and it’s safe to assume that most will offer include hotel pick-ups, fishing gear, food, drinks and life jackets in the price. This is a great way for novices to have a go at deep sea fishing, as there will be experts on board to show you what to do, demonstrate the best technique for catching fish, and what to do when you catch one. Learn about rods and bait, as well as the fish you catch. Also, most fishing safaris will also give you a chance to get into the water for snorkelling and swimming – an ideal way to enjoy the idyllic coral reefs and clear waters of the Red Sea.

There are all kinds of excellent fish in the Red Sea, and you could catch the likes of tuna, grouper, wahoo or even barracuda! Make sure you bring a camera for when you make that big catch, to show the folks back home. And in the event that you don’t catch anything, you should at least stop for dinner at one of the abundant fish restaurants in Hurghada. Some of them actually have tanks of live fish for you to choose. It’s almost like fishing! Enjoy the freshest fish with tasty Egyptian side dishes, order a well-deserved beer and tell your friends about the day’s adventure. Regardless of your fishing success, Hurghada holidays with memories of a day at sea, exploring the beautiful coastline, and hopefully have stories of a big catch… or the one that got away.