El Quseir, the oldest and most historical town of the Red Sea, is a small but sought-after scuba diving destination for those seeking tranquility and secludedness. With its impressive fringing coral reef, it is a paradise of divers and snorkelers. The town, with its typical architecture of stone houses decorated with wood windows, and its pretty seaside promenade, is well worth a visit. El Quseir is also on the doorstep of the awe-inspiring Eastern Desert. Located at the end of the fabled Wadi Hammamat, the ancient road connecting East and West through the Nile Valley, it offers a number of great land activities. With its breathtaking views and unforgettable atmosphere, the Eastern Desert is a land of exhilarating boundlessness, and a favourite destination for an endless series of excursions and activities. Most desert trips include the visit to a typical Bedouin settlement, where you will be shown how this timeless nomad people lives in harmony with its very harsh land. There are many ways to discover the beauty hidden in wadis and mountains. Whether by camel, 4x4 jeep or quads, desert safaris and day trips take you to unforgettable adventures, guaranteed to take your breath away. Hiking and trekking in the desert is within range of everybody, provided that you go with experienced guides and follow their advice – most excursions to the desert include an easy walk accessible even to the less fit. In addition to this, the resorts offer a selection of land based sports and leisure activities. From tennis courts to games rooms with table tennis, to billiards, darts, beach volleyball, water polo, water gymnastics, aerobic and stretching classes, jogging on the beach, Quseir has a wealth of fun activities to break the lazy routine of beach and swimming pool. |