Fishing in Egypt: a day at sea from Hurghada

Why Hurghada

The package on Wildoora is a Red Sea fishing trip departing from Hurghada, run by Blue Bird Expedition Charter.

Species and techniques

The main techniques are jigging and popping. According to the agency the best period for yellowfin tuna runs from January to June.

How it works

• Duration: the trip lasts 6 hours.
• Boat: a 35 ft center console, for 3-4 anglers.
• Price: 360 € per trip at the time of writing; always check the package page.
• Included: fishing licence, tackle, meals, filleting of the catch up to 10 kg and snorkeling.
• Families: children are welcome from age 7.
• Catch & release: practised; an optional night on board is available.

Rules and documents

Entry into Egypt follows the country's rules, which depend on your nationality. For anything not stated on the package page ask the agency before booking.

Available packages

At the bottom of the article you will find the trips currently available on Wildoora. You send a booking request and the agency gets back to you: nothing is paid online.

To check before you go

This article is a general guide and does not replace the official rules. Prices, periods, licences and catch limits can change: always ask the agency running the trip to confirm.