Do you need water shoes for swimming in Egypt?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 23 days ago
TL;DR
Water shoes are generally not essential in Egypt — the water is clear, rocks and sea urchins are visible. Flip-flops to the water's edge are enough; you can go barefoot beyond that.
What the community said
Rocks near the shore are clearly visible through the transparent water, making them easy to avoid. Some visitors note that on previous trips, large rocks were fully submerged — a great spot for watching fish.
23 days ago
Entry into the sea is comfortable: no sea urchins or sharp objects reported. The practical approach is to wear flip-flops to the waterline, then swim barefoot.
23 days ago
Many swimmers go without water shoes at all, even if they bring them along. There are a few rocky spots, but they are easy to spot thanks to the clear water.
23 days ago