How to get from Makadi Bay to Sahl Hasheesh and can taxis enter the resort?

No advance reservation is required to enter Sahl Hasheesh, but taxi passengers may be asked about the purpose of their visit at the checkpoint. Travelers report that cars are sometimes turned back, including when heading to the fountains.

For trips to Sahl Hasheesh, it may be risky to rely only on inDrive: drivers are often reluctant to accept rides there. In the discussion, ABC Taxi is suggested as a more practical option.

The taxi ride from Makadi Bay to Sahl Hasheesh takes around 20 minutes. The beaches and sea are good. Paid beach entry costs 750–850 EGP.

Sahl Hasheesh is a gated resort with a security checkpoint. Taxis are sometimes turned away at the entrance — this is a known issue for visitors. Worth confirming with your driver beforehand.

Staying in Makadi Bay means the city center of Hurghada is about 30 km away by taxi. Getting to the promenade, mosques, and shopping centers takes significant time, so sightseeing can be limited — though the reef nearby is excellent.