The holiday resort of Hurghada is packed full of things to do for all members of the family and many of the activities are incredibly good diving.

One of the main reasons that people come to this part of the world is the fantastic array of watersports that are available just yards from the Hurghada beach.

If you want to find your feet slowly, then perhaps snorkelling in the shallows just off the shoreline is for you.  A vast array of marine life will be just yards from you as you move effortlessly through the crystal clear waters of the Red Sea.

For the more adventurous, scuba diving is one of the main attractions of the area with many dive clubs offering trips out to the spectacular sites that can be found all along this stretch of coast.

If you don’t fancy getting too active but still want to explore the marine life, then why not take part in one of the glass-bottomed boat trips that depart daily to admire the corals and marine life.

Keeping dry and your feet firmly on the shore does not mean you miss out. Explore the Hurghada area for a huge choice of family activities including golf courses, desert safari’s and quad biking – all available from local suppliers or through your hotel reception.

For those wanting a day out, take a trip to the Pyramids. It’s a long journey but well worth the effort to see one of the Wonders of the World.