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Getting Around (Day Trips)
How to reach El Gouna, Makadi Bay, and Soma Bay.
The Short Answer
Private transfers, Uber/Careem, or the El Gouna shuttle bus are your best bets. Most day trips include hotel pickup.
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Details
To El Gouna (30km North): Uber/Careem is around 150-250 EGP. Shuttle buses run regularly from Dahar/Sakala.
To Makadi Bay & Sahl Hasheesh (20-30km South): Private transfers are most reliable. Uber is possible but less consistent for southern resorts.
To Soma Bay (50km South): A private car or pre-arranged transfer is best; it's a 45-60 minute drive.
Organized Tours: 99% of operators include hotel pickup/drop-off. This is the easiest way to explore outside city limits.
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Last Reviewed: 2026-02-02
Last Reviewed: 2026-02-02