How to get a taxi in Hurghada and how much does it cost to Senzo Mall?
Based on 3 discussions with 8 participants · Last activity: 3 days ago
TL;DR
Taxis in Hurghada can be booked via InDrive, but prices from distant areas like Soma Bay can reach $12. Negotiating a fixed price is often difficult, but finding a reliable driver to stick with can save money.
What the community said
InDrive is the go-to app for taxis in Hurghada, used by nearly all local drivers. Payment is cash, and it's worth reconfirming the price with the driver right before getting in.
3 days ago InDrive — cash payment, confirm price before boarding
Just outside the hotel grounds, on the left, there are usually 1-2 taxis waiting that can be hailed directly without using an app.
3 days ago Taxis outside hotel gate (no app needed)
Taxis wait at the second checkpoint gate with fixed round-trip fares: $10 to Naama Bay, $15 to the Old Town, and $10 to Soho Square.
3 days ago 2nd gate: Naama Bay $10, Old Town $15, Soho $10 (round trip)
In the InDrive app, the Premium fare to Senzo Mall is around 148 EGP and the Economy fare around 138 EGP. Note that the route crosses the entire city.
3 days ago InDrive: 138–148 EGP
A cheaper alternative: take a shared minibus for 5 EGP per person to the Sheraton hotel, then catch a taxi from there. Also, branded Senzo shuttle buses are often found in the side alley next to the Regina hotel.
3 days ago Minibus 5 EGP → Sheraton + taxi
Walking to Senzo Mall is not straightforward — the route isn't always clear on maps. Taking a taxi is the practical option.
3 days ago Senzo Mall — not walkable
A taxi ride to Senzo Mall costs a few dollars depending on your starting point in Hurghada.
3 days ago Senzo Mall — a few USD by taxi
If you find a reliable driver you like, arranging rides directly with them can save a couple of dollars compared to booking through an app.
3 days ago Save ~$2 with a personal driver
From your hotel to Senzo Mall, the easiest options are booking via InDrive or asking the hotel reception to arrange a taxi.
3 days ago InDrive or hotel reception
From Soma Bay to Senzo Mall, InDrive drivers typically ask around $12 and often refuse to agree on a fixed lower price.
3 days ago Soma Bay → Senzo Mall ≈ $12
Solo female travelers generally consider taking a taxi from Hurghada to El Gouna safe, though it's advisable to confirm the route and price upfront.
3 days ago Hurghada → El Gouna — generally safe