Can you swim from the beach at Red Sea resorts in Egypt when the jetty is closed, and what gear do beginners need?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago
TL;DR
Yes, at many Red Sea resorts in Egypt you can still swim from the beach even when the jetty is closed, and there is often enough depth even at low tide. Water shoes are close to essential on coral entry, and non-swimmers usually do best with a buoyancy vest and a full-face mask.
What the community said
For non-swimmers, a practical setup is entering from the pier straight into deeper water wearing a proper buoyancy vest and a full-face mask. Travelers report that the first attempt can be stressful, but after a couple of days even complete beginners often get comfortable enough to enter the sea calmly.
5 days ago buoyancy vest and full-face mask
If the jetty is closed in the morning, many people still swim from the beach. According to traveler experience, there is usually enough space and depth for swimming even at low tide, but water shoes are almost essential for crossing the shallow coral entry.
5 days ago water shoes
Large marine life can sometimes come close to shore unexpectedly, so it is important to stay aware and not panic. In the reported case the encounter stayed calm, but it is a good reminder that in the Red Sea you should keep your distance and stay alert even during a normal beach swim.
5 days ago Red Sea