Ain Sokhna

Ain El Sokhna is one of the magical towns on the western shore of the Red Sea’s Gulf of Suez in the Suez Government. This Ain Sokhna town is an all-year-round destination and not just a summer one thanks to its weather and the calm waves of the crystal-clear Red Sea which make it the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.

In addition to having one of the most stunning coastlines in the world, Ain El Sokhna is a city that spans 17,000 acres and enjoys a pristine beachfront. Also, Ain Sokhna is home to several significant landmarks and amenities. 

El Ain El Sokhna, or Sokhna as the Egyptians prefer to call it, is known for its refreshing summer and winter air since it boasts one of Egypt's greatest wind speeds. Because of its pleasant winters and temperate summers, Sokhna is a popular summer and winter vacation spot for many locals and visitors from other countries. It is also a great place for weekend getaways.

El Sokhna Location​

Easily accessible by a number of major roads and highways, El Sokhna City enjoys a superb location overlooking the Egyptian Gulf of Suez. Furthermore, the location of El Ain El Sokhna is just:

•  115 km away from Cairo
•  289 km away from Alexandria
•  46 km away from Suez Governorate
•  299 km from Hurghada

It is also worth mentioning here that the main roads passing by Ain Sokhna include:

• Cairo- Sokhna Road
• Zaafarana Road
• Cairo- Suez Road

Cairo Ain Sokhna Distance​

One of the most important questions that are usually asked about Ain Sokhna is its distance to and from Cairo. 

One of the top perks of the town is its proximity to Cairo the thing that makes it an easily commutable destination from Cairo either on weekends, in summer, or even winter. Ain El Sokhna is 115 km away from Cairo, a drive that could be taken in just 75 minutes. Don’t forget that New Cairo is just a mere 60-minute drive to Sokhna. 

Galala Ain Sokhna

One of the most popular destinations in Ain El Sokhna is the El Galala area and its mountains. 

The Galala mountains are made up of a number of mountains spaced 1200 meters apart. Because the Galala Mountains are 700 meters above sea level, they have a picturesque appearance and a 2 to 3-degree drop in temperature compared to the surrounding area.

The year-round temperate and superb atmosphere of Galala City is a crucial factor in the revival of medical tourism in Egypt for the treatment of various ailments, including bone and joint disorders.

Ideally situated, the city is 60 kilometers from the New Administrative Capital, 20 kilometers from Ain Sokhna, and 60 minutes from Cairo.

Galala City occupies 17,000 acres and is situated on the Galala plateau, which lies between Zaafarana and Ain Sokhna. However, the Galala Tourist Resort will be constructed on 1,000 acres in the "Ras Abed Al-Darj" neighborhood on the Gulf of Suez coast.

Galala City has a lot of services and facilities. In El Galala city, you will find amenities such as:

• World-class tourist and wellness resorts
• Various areas of residential buildings
• High-end housing of villas and chalets
• Commercial centers and huge malls
• A mountain hotel with a great view
• A cable car linking the city of Galala to the resort of Galala
• Various means of entertainment
• International schools and universities

Top Ain Sokhna Resorts​ 

Ain Sokhna has many top-notch resorts offering many summer vacations or all-year residence options such as:

• Il Monte Galala in Ain Sokhna by Tatweer Misr the concept is intended to be an all-year residential community, a lovely summer vacation spot, and a simple weekend escape. The developer refers to II Monte Galala as "A coastal Universe on the rocks" because it has a unique location perched on a mountain, providing residents and visitors with views of the mountain or the pristine Red Sea. With 1.4 km of coastline, 200,000 sqm of swimmable lagoons, and a vast land area of 2.24 million sqm, II Monte Galala provides visitors with an experience they won't soon forget. 

• Porto Sokhna in Ain Sokhna by Porto Group is one of Egypt's most well-known tourist sites, Porto El Sokhna is situated 270 meters above the warm Red Sea waves and spans an area of more than 2.5 million square meters. The Amer Group, a massive real estate company, created the Porto Sokhna. 

• Piacera in Ain Sokhna by Al Ahly Sabbour Developments is one of Ein El Sokhna's well-known entertainment venues is Piacera. Piacera entered the real estate market because of the well-known developer Al Ahly Sabbour. Piacera spans a vast 327600 square meter land area and is crammed with top-notch facilities and entertaining activities. Not to mention the project's 670-meter beachfront and extensive beach house collection, many of which have a garden or a view of the ocean. 

• Mountain View Sokhna in Ain Sokhna by Mountain View  Built on 354,000 square meters, features first-rate real estate, lush landscaping, and top-notch amenities and services. In addition, Mountain View Sokhna 2 is a 96,000-square-meter development with luxurious homes, tropical gardens, ponds, and other water features. 

• Majada in Ain Sokhna by IWAN Developments offers a whole new experience of the region's mountain summits. These mountains which are 170 meters above sea level are only 7 minutes from the famous Galala City. Majada has easy access to El Galala City's commercial, business, recreational, medical, and educational resources. The Majada Iwan Project covers 101 acres, of which 91 are in the mountainous region, 10 are on the shore, and 1 km is the breadth.

• Boho El Sokhna in Ain Sokhna by Atric Developments where you live life as it should be in a unique way, enjoy every moment, define BOHO according to your own criteria, and live the life you desire. Regardless of how you define BOHO, you could walk up early to do your yoga quietly on the beach or read your favorite book while listening to your favorite soothing music while lounging in a hammock. On the other hand, BOHO can represent being bold, brave, taking risks, and doing crazy things that your old self would have liked. If so, you ought to visit us.

• The Groove in Ain Sokhna by DM DEVELOPMENT is more than 350,000 square meters of land in the El Galala region. For The Groove Project, DM Development created a master plan that included opulent seaside homes and a variety of upscale amenities. Additionally, it offered a wide range of resort-only amenities that made vacationing hassle-free for both locals and guests. In order to provide you with a convenient stay from start to finish, DM Development also chose a prime site for The Groove Resort, which is not far from numerous urban cities.

• LA Vista 4 in Ain Sokhna by La Vista Developments is one of the mesmerizing projects on the Red Sea and is only 160 kilometers from Cairo. La Vista 4 is the most tranquil and Zen of all the projects. It is renowned for its calm and relaxation and serves as a peaceful haven from the bustling, packed metropolis. Every apartment benefits from the opulent amenities and has a private, expansive view of the azure ocean. 

• Kai in Ain Sokhna by Misr Italia Properties gives you a special opportunity to enjoy luxury, comfort, relaxation, and renewal all combined into one project. With a master plan that included upscale amenities and opulent beach homes, Misr Italia constructed Kai El Sokhna on 33 acres of land.

• Azha in Ain Sokhna by Madaar Development has the most spectacular beach location, and its name comes from the Arabic version of the phrase "brightest" which means "bright, lively, and fancy." Azha was designed to be a weekend getaway and summertime vacation. Stretching on the emerging left side of Sokhna, Azha is 12 kilometers from the Ain Sokhna toll station and has a 700-meter coastline and 1.6 million square meters of land.

• Ein Hills in Ain Sokhna by El-Shahawi Group offers a variety of emotions that blend leisure and delight to produce a memorable experience. The sky infinity pool, which spills its shimmering waters into the cascading waterfall, is the first stop on the amazing journey. After that, it passes through the upmarket eateries and the mountain theme park before reaching the first boardwalk's meditation pool. From the beginning of the journey, you can take the hillside pulley train to the clubhouse, located at the top of the mountain. 

• Jebal El Sokhna in Ain Sokhna by PRE Developments is a vast 300,000-square-meter (71-acre) resort with an elevation of 125 meters above sea level. Jebal El Sokhna promises to provide you and your loved ones with an incredible vacation full of exciting new activities for a memorable family break with its well-designed locations, magnificent vistas, and a sea unlike any other. Every traveler should go to Jebal El Sokhna, which provides lodging with an amazing view of the Red Sea and is the ideal location for gathering with loved ones to partake in a range of thrilling activities that excite and inspire in ways that are hard to describe.

• Marina Wadi Degla in Ain Sokhna by Wadi Degla Developments is a 600,000 square meter resort with most of its area devoted to landscape and water features that help visitors re-establish a connection with nature. The marina is located next to the serene Red Sea. Notably, the resort features a gorgeous beach where you may take in the seclusion and tranquility. 

• Telal Sokhna in Ain Sokhna by Roya Developments is a 600-acre resort, and Roya presented a distinctive master plan for the development that includes a variety of upscale amenities and opulent homes. In one location, it combines luxury, leisure, quality time, and convenience.

• Little Venice in Ain Sokhna by Hassan Allam Properties is a golf resort with a variety of facilities and activities for people of all ages. That is why you will have a relaxed holiday full of lifelong memories. Every feature of Little Venice by Hassan Allam Properties, from its championship golf course and numerous amenities to its prime location just an hour from Cairo, guarantees you the greatest possible vacation. 

• Ein Bay in Ain Sokhna by New Giza is one of the beautiful resorts by the famous New Giza firm. Ein Bay, which is only 122 kilometers from Cairo, is the ideal weekend escape location in the summer.

• Blue Blue in Ain Sokhna by MG Developments is one of the best developments in Ain Sokhna with picturesque locations and a view of the Red Sea, is Blue Blue which has 121,000 square meters of ground. For the Blue Blue Project, MG Developments created a master plan that included upscale amenities and opulent vacation homes.

Best Hotels In Ain Sokhna​

As well as being home to top-notch resorts, Ain Sokhna is also a host area of many high-end hotels such as:

• Stella Di Mare Sea Club Hotel 
• Stella Di Mare Grand Hotel 
• Teda Hotel & Aqua Park
• Swiss Inn Teda Hotel & Aqua Park
• Blumar El Dome Hotel
• Marina Wadi Degla HotelOpens in new window
• Vai by Romance Hotel & Aqua Park
• Al Masa Hotel El Sokhna
• The G Hotel Einbay
• Stay Inn Hotel Ain Sokhna
• La Siesta Hotel Al Sokhna
• Porto El Jabal Hotel

Facilities Of Al Ain El Sokhna​

Al Ain El Sokhna is a fully-fledged entertainment, medical, commercial, and educational hub for the wide number of facilities it includes. Among these facilities, you will find:

• Sulfur Springs in Ain Sokhna; Ain Al Sokhna's name was inspired by its close proximity to hot sulfur springs that originate from Ataqa Mountain in the northern part of Egypt's Eastern Desert. This is equivalent to "Hot Springs" in English. One of Ain Sokhna's unique tourist attractions is the sulfur springs, which many Arab and international visitors come to in order to cure a variety of illnesses, such as joint pain and skin diseases. Sulfur is present in the green springs that emerge from the ground at Ain Al Sokhna. For twenty minutes, the guest remains submerged in the water. Negative energy is also extracted from the human body through the opening of the pores and the application of sulfur eyes.

• Sandy Beaches in Ain Sokhna; the beaches of Ain Sokhna are well-known for their ability to help people forget the stress and hardships of work and escape into a world of beauty. They are also a great place to enjoy water sports like swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing, surfing, diving, underwater photography and mountaineering, cable car ain sokhna, beautiful views from above, and observing coral reefs and quiet bays in the deep sea, as well as fishing with yachts in the open sea with your loved ones from family and friends. 

Ain Sokhna's beaches are known for offering a wide range of water sports and leisure pursuits that are appropriate for all members of the family. Amon g the well-known Ain Sokhna beaches, you will find Compost Beach Ain Sokhna, Petroleum Beach, Ain Sokhna, Mina Oasis Beach, Ain Sokhna, and Sadat Beach, Ain Sokhna Beach.

• You will also find many commercial centers from which you can get all your needs.

• Many high-end hotels.

• Different private beaches.

• Top-notch restaurants.

• Numerous aqua parks.   

Ain Sokhna Restaurants​

Ain El Sokhna offers an exquisite dining experience varying between seafood, Italian food, and many other cuisines. The Ain Sokhna high-end restaurants include:

• Il Tavolino
• Fish Ring Restaurant
• Gambarina
• Cataplana Main Restaurant
• Fins Kitesurfing Restaurant
• Carinos
• Zafarana House food court
• Bouillabaisse Restaurant Wady Eldom
• Toscano
• Late lunch
• San Marco Beach Restaurant
• Teda Chinese Restaurant
• El Gezira Restaurant
• Jetta Grotto
• El Sokhna Portrait Restaurant
• Olevra seafood
• Ponte Vecchio
• Il Proverbio
• Stella Di Mare Grand Hotel Resturant

Ain Sokhna Port & Industrial Zone 

We cannot be talking about Ain El Sokhna without mentioning its port and industrial zone which are one of the most important industrial hubs in Egypt. 

Considered a major industrial and logistical center, Ain Sokhna is situated at the southern entrance to the Suez Canal. It blends residential and commercial districts, paved roads, railroads, and port facilities. It also connects Suez and Cairo to all of them. It offers activities involving shipbuilding, ship transportation, ship refueling, container recycling, and repair services.

It is regarded as a gateway to Asia, the Arab Gulf states, and the Arab Republic of Egypt. Situated approximately 43 kilometers south of Suez on the western side of the Gulf of Suez, Ain Sokhna port occupies 22.3 km² and has a draft of up to 18 meters.

Things To Do In Ain Sokhna​

Ain El Sokhna is a fun destination with many activities that one can enjoy doing. The activities which you can enjoy in Sokhna include:

• Enjoying many beach activities such as snorkeling, diving, water surfing, fishing, observing coral reefs, taking a submarine and watching the beauty of underwater. 
• Riding a cable car between Sokhna and Galala.
• Sightseeing for historical or archaeological places such as St. Anthony Monastery, the Old Shipwrecks area, Sulfur Eyes, Petrified Trees Reserve, and Galala Mountains.
• Have a fun time in Teda Fun Valley and Park thanks to its kids' park, lush greenery with public seating for adults, and the many activities you can enjoy doing there.
• Go safari, sky safari, or paragliding. 

Ain Sokhna Weather​

With an average temperature of 29°C (83°F), July is the hottest month in El Ein Sokhna. January is the coldest, with 14°C (57°F). July also has the most sunlight hours, with 13 per day. 

The winters in Ain Sukhna are cold, dry, and primarily clear, while the summers are lengthy, hot, humid, arid, and clear. The average annual temperature fluctuates between 11°C (52°F) and 33°C (92°F), and it is rarely lower or higher than 7°C (46°F) or 36°C (97°F).

Mid-May through late October is the ideal time of year to visit Ain Sukhna for hot-weather activities, according to the beach/pool score.

The 4.3-month hot season, which runs from May 18 to September 29, with daily highs that average more than 30°C (87°F). August is the hottest month in Ain Sukhna, with average high temperatures of 32°C (91°F) and lows of 24°C (76°F).

The average daily high temperature during the 3.1-month mild season, which runs from December 3 to March 6, is less than 21°C (71°F). With average lows of 11°C (52°F) and highs of 18°C (66°F), January is the coldest month of the year in Ain Sukhna.