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Kayaking off Bahary Beach, Alexandria

Paddle the Mediterranean beneath the Citadel of Qaitbay

Day trip
Duration
2 hours
Starts from
Alexandria
Group size
Up to 12 guests
Difficulty
Easy

Overview

Two hours on the water in Alexandria's old Bahary quarter, kayaking along the Mediterranean shore with a guide, beach entry included.

Bahary is Alexandria's old seafront quarter, home to fishing boats, seafood restaurants and the Citadel of Qaitbay, built on the site of the ancient Pharos lighthouse. Seeing it from a kayak gives you a completely different view of the city.

After a short briefing on the beach, your guide gets you settled in the kayak and leads you out along the shore. You paddle at your own pace past the fishing boats and the citadel walls, with the curve of the Corniche stretching away behind you. No experience is needed, and calm days suit beginners well.

There's time to stop, float and take photos, or have a swim if the sea allows. After about two hours you're back on the sand, and the car takes you back to your hotel.

Highlights

  • Kayaking on the Mediterranean in Alexandria
  • The Citadel of Qaitbay seen from the water
  • The fishing boats of the Bahary waterfront
  • Suitable for beginners, with a guide alongside
  • Time to float, swim and take photos

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Day 1

    Hotel → Bahary Beach → Kayaking → Hotel

    Pickup from your Alexandria hotel and a short drive to Bahary Beach. A safety briefing, then out on the water with your guide, paddling past the fishing boats and the Citadel of Qaitbay. Time to float and swim before heading back to shore and to your hotel, about two hours on the water.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Alexandria
  • Air-conditioned car with driver
  • Kayaking guide
  • Kayak, paddle and life jacket
  • Beach entry fees
  • Shared small-group tour

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Drinks and snacks
  • Tips for guide and driver

What to bring

  • Swimwear and towel
  • Water-resistant sunscreen
  • Hat and sunglasses with a strap
  • A change of clothes
  • Waterproof pouch for your phone

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup from your hotel in Alexandria; the exact time is confirmed the day before.

Children up to 11 pay the child rate

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From

$43per person

Date

November 2026

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Adults

2

Children

Ages 2–11

0
2 × $43
Total
$86
Deposit today (25%)
$21.50
Pay on the day
$64.50
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