Soma Bay, ideally located between desert and sea, on a beautiful promontory jutting out to the azure water, offers a nice choice of land activities for those who like to mix a beach and diving holiday with some fun on land. The resorts in this holiday destination offer a selection of land based sports and leisure activities. From international standard tennis courts to games rooms with table tennis, to billiards, darts, beach volleyball, waterpolo, water gymnastics, aerobic and stretching classes, jogging on the beach, Makadi Bay has a wealth of fun activities to break the lazy routine of the beach and pool. Soma Bay is also famous for its outstanding PGA golf course – ranked among the best ten in the world. The course offers also courses for beginners, and the welcoming club house offers golf-related shopping and a relaxing atmosphere for friends and family. But a holiday in the Red Sea isn’t complete though without an excursion to the desert. 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. |