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Is it safe to take children to Egypt?

Contrary to what some people believe, visiting and exploring Egypt with kids can be an immensely rewarding experience. In fact, if you want to take your kids on a truly unforgettable vacation, Egypt really is a perfect choice.



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Egypt can be a completely safe destination for solo female travelers. I'm not saying there won't be any challenges or hassles — you will likely run into a few. But I also believe that you will find the Egyptian culture, and Egyptian men in general, to be very welcoming. They genuinely want you to love their country.

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So, a trip to Egypt will be completely safe if a tourist plans a trip with a proven tour operator, stays only in tourist places and follows basic safety rules. Take care of your own health when traveling abroad. A reliable travel insurance policy will protect you from unexpected expenses during your vacation.

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Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting attacks in Egypt. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, and have targeted diplomatic facilities, tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, western businesses, restaurants, resorts, and local government facilities.

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Hurghada has been a popular holiday destination in Egypt for both Egyptians and international families for some time now. And it's easy to see why. With white sandy beaches and vibrant coral reefs, Hurghada is a favourite for families to come and enjoy swimming, snorkelling, water sports and diving.

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In addition to being up to date on routine vaccines, travelers to Egypt should obtain hepatitis A and B, typhoid, and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines.

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The FCDO does not warn against travel to any of the main tourist destinations in Egypt, including Cairo, Sharm el Sheikh, Hurghada, Luxor, Aswan and Alexandria.

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russian tour operators are planning to launch new flights to Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada. However, according to local travel portals, some resorts have virtually no russians. For example, in Hurghada and Marsa Alam, tourists from Poland and Germany have taken their place.

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South Sinai Terrorists have also kidnapped foreign nationals. Many bombings directly targeted tourists and their transport. If you travel to South Sinai: avoid road travel outside of Sharm El Sheikh.

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If you decide to travel to Egypt: Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Obtain comprehensive medical insurance that includes medical evacuation.

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The country's alert level from the State Department also hasn't changed since July 13, and remains at a “Level 3: Reconsider Travel.”

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