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At the moment, a certificate with a negative result of a PCR test for Covid-19 is needed for all tourists visiting Egypt, with the exception of children under 6 years old. 

Requirements for registration of the certificate: 

- the certificate is valid for 72 hours from the date of delivery to the arrival in Egypt; 

- the certificate must be issued in English or Arabic; 

- certificate is accepted only in original with a wet seal of the laboratory and a QR code; 

- the date and time of material collection is mandatory;

- the certificate must contain the name of the test and the data of the sample taken (RT - PCR); 

- the certificate must be issued by a certified laboratory of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine.

In case the certificate does not meet the above requirements, tourists will be directed to take the test directly at the airport in Egypt. The cost of the service is 30 USD (paid by tourists on the spot in cash in USD or local currency). Test results will be ready within 48 hours. Tourists who’s test positive for coronavirus are accommodated in a separate hotel building for treatment. All further actions must be agreed with the insurance company under the insurance contract.

Egypt is in the green zone. At the moment, upon arrival from Egypt to Ukraine, self-isolation or observation is not needed. The data is updated once a week based on statistics on the incidence of coronavirus.


All hotels in Egypt that have received a health and safety certificate have a permission to work and accommodate tourists from Ukraine. They are required to comply with security measures and protocols to prevent the spread of coronavirus. According to the new rules, at the entrance to hotels, everyone is measuring the temperature, sanitizing the luggage. Rooms are cleaned using disinfectants. According to the protocol, beach towels are delivered to the rooms, where they are left for replacement. Sun loungers on the beaches and pools are placed with a distance of 1.5 - 2 m.

In public areas - restaurant, lobby bar, reception, it is mandatory to wear masks for all guests. The main change has affected the buffet - in restaurants, food is served only by waiters, all dishes are behind a protective glass. There are no restrictions on the number of people at one table in hotels. 

Shops and souvenir shops, restaurants, cafes in the resorts of Egypt operate in compliance with all standards - temperature screening, distance, masks. Hookah smoking is prohibited in all public places.


Excursions from the resort regions of Egypt are carried out in full. 

For tourists, the following are still available: jeep safari, boat trips, trips to the archaeological areas of Luxor and Giza, and diving centers at hotels. The coronavirus did not particularly affect the cost of excursions in Egypt. On October 31, 2020, a new museum of the history of Ancient Egypt was opened in Sharm el Sheikh.

Upon arrival at the airports of Sharm el Sheikh, Hurghada, Marsa Alam, you must provide a completed health declaration - a questionnaire with passport data of tourists, data on visits to countries with a wide spread of coronavirus in the last 14 days, health status, symptoms of COVID - 19. Declaration form issued to tourists with a package of travel documents.


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Do you want to have a good rest for the May holidays? Farvater travel agency offers a lot of travel options, but Egypt will be the most attractive destination, because spring is the best time of the year to relax in the country of the pyramids. There is no sweltering heat, the water in the sea is already warm, you can scuba dive and have fun on excursion routes.

Climate and weather in Egypt in May

In the last month of spring, weather conditions are leveled throughout Egypt. In May, it is already quite warm here, but there is still no sultry heat. If we talk about the warmest region, then this, of course, is the coast of the Red Sea. The most popular resort cities - Sharm el-Sheikh, Hurghada, Dahab, Mars Alam are famous for their many sights and tourist routes, and May is the most favorable month for excursions. At this time, the thermometer here rarely rises above +32 ° C. Holidays in Egypt in May are ideal for diving enthusiasts. The underwater world of the Red Sea is rich in diversity, and it will be very interesting to study it. At this time of the year, the sea is already quite well warmed up, the water temperature reaches up to +26 °C. If you want to enjoy the warm spring weather, you should go to Alexandria, where the air temperature does not exceed +26 °C. And those who want to bask in the sun can go to Cairo, where the thermometer will reach +32…+34 °C.

What is interesting about Egypt in May

A trip to Egypt for the May holidays is the perfect solution, regardless of whether you like to spend time on the beach, sightseeing walks or shopping. At the end of spring, the weather is fine here, at this time there is still no heat, but all tourist facilities are already working. It doesn't get boring here. Even if you get tired of basking on the beach or from excursions, you can always go shopping, go to a disco. Holidays in Egypt are multifaceted and interesting.

Tours to Egypt in May: where to relax

The most popular tourist resorts are Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada. Two beautiful resort towns annually receive millions of tourists from all over the world. Both cities are similar in climate, there are no significant differences in the weather, but only if it is not about spring. In May, Sharm el-Sheikh will be of interest to those who are fond of diving and snorkeling. And all because most of the hotels in the resort are built in close proximity to the reefs. Here you can note a higher level of service. No wonder the resort is considered the best in the country. Equipped beaches, restaurants and cafes, open-air discos and plenty of entertainment for every taste are provided for guests.

Hurghada is more interesting for couples with children. The resort has a more gentle slope into the sea, and in principle it is equipped with a focus on family vacations. There are many playgrounds and entertainment for kids. Hurghada is also interesting from the point of view of sightseeing holidays, and it is more convenient to get to such attractions as the pyramids of Giza, Luxor and Cairo with its museums. A walk as part of an excursion along these routes, if you leave Hurghada, will cost half as much. The resort is also interesting for lovers of sailing, thanks to its winds.

Holidays on the coast

First of all, tours to Egypt in May give the opportunity for a comfortable beach holiday. At this time of the year, many people like to bask on warm beaches: this can be done all day long. If you are going on vacation with children, you should opt for Hurghada. The beaches of the resort are equipped for families, and spending time here will be interesting for both children and adults. In May, cloudy weather in this area is a rarity, but the wind is often. In addition to a beach holiday, the coast can offer guests relaxation in clubs, restaurants, summer outdoor cafes. You can also have fun in water parks, attractions and even in a hotel, where the staff is always ready to offer their guests an interesting entertainment program.

If you are planning a holiday in Sharm El Sheikh with your family, you should consider Sharm El Maya Bay. It is the only one where the beaches are without coral entry into the water. But basically this direction is chosen by those who like club life, discos. Diving is especially popular here. If you have never scuba dived, it's time to lean how to do it, especially since there are a lot of diving schools here.

Interesting Excursions

At the end of spring the weather really favors excursions. This is the perfect time to get to know the amazing Egyptian sights. It will be interesting to go to the pyramids of Giza, visit the archaeological museum, visit Cairo and the famous mosques. Temples in Luxor also deserve attention. Want to see more interesting things? Head to Mount Moses, where you can visit the monastery of St. Catherine.

How to buy a tour to Egypt in May

The Fairway Travel service gives all lovers of travel and unusual foreign holidays a large selection of vouchers at a reasonable cost. Prices in Egypt in May depend on the choice of hotel, as well as the region of residence. A significant role is played by the quality of service, the availability of certain amenities and services. Thanks to the built-in price calendar on the site, you can choose a tour at the most favorable rate. You can pay for the trip online using cards, as well as in cash at Nova Poshta. It is possible to pay the amount not in full, but to issue an installment plan through a bank.


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