Sahel season is indeed the time to get caught up on everything new and exciting — from the latest food trucks and fashion trends to the biggest concerts. But Sahel season is also a time to wind down, sit back, and cherish your loved ones. Up North, there’s no shortage of family fun — whether that manifests itself in the form of an adrenaline-fueled park ride or a game of air hockey. Want to spend some time outside with your family in Sahel and not sure where to go? We’ve got you covered.

ENTERTAINMENT-

#1- Aquapark: The first and largest waterpark in the North Coast, Marassi Water World is packed with rides, pools, and other splashin’ attractions. It’s clean, safe and fun for both kids and adults.

PRICE RANGE: The general tickets for adults stand at EGP 1.3k, while tickets for children stand at EGP 1k. Meanwhile, summer night tickets — to access the waterpark at night — stand at EGP 804 for adults and EGP 657 for children.

IMPORTANT: Children must be under 120 cm in height to be eligible for the childrens’ tickets.

FINDING IT: The waterpark is located in Marassi, next to Gate 4. You can book your spot through their website.

#2- Go Karting: Autovroom has made its way up north, setting up shop in Marassi with a brand-new go-karting track. Perfect for speed enthusiasts and competitive spirits, the experience is suitable for both children and adults.

IMPORTANT: The minimum age is 14 to drive, and height must exceed 150 cm.

PRICE RANGE:Prices for a single kart stand at EGP 1k per person, while a double kart stands at 1.1k. Rates are reduced by 35% in the North Coast branch from 6pm to 9pm, with special offers for groups.

FINDING IT: You can find Autovroom in The Hub in Marassi. Bookings are made through their DMs, or on site when you arrive.

#3- Arcade: Cairo-based Ground Control Arcade also made its way to Sahel with a new branch packed with bowling alleys and gaming experiences fit for kids and parents alike.

PRICE RANGE:The price for a card is EGP 50, and you can charge it up to EGP 2k.

IMPORTANT: The arcade is exclusive to Marassi owners.

FINDING IT: You can find the arcade at The Hub in Marassi and book your tickets on-site.

CAMPS-

#1- Les Elfes: Swiss-based camp organizer Les Elfes has made its way to Egypt. Typically known for its winter ski camps, this time Les Elfes is transitioning into summer, offering five sessions of day camps packed with sports and activities for kids, with the last sessions starting on 10 August.

PRICE RANGE: Early bird prices for the five-day program are EGP 22.7k per camper.

IMPORTANT: Ages for campers are capped at 14.

FINDING IT: You can find Les Elfes in Almaza Bay. You can register through this form.

#2- Surf camp: Surf Camp Egypt provides multiple session surfing courses for both adults and children, catering to different levels, depending on your skills and requirements.

PRICE RANGE:Four one-hour sessions for the beginner surf course will set you back EGP 8k. Practice sessions cost EGP 900 for adults and EGP 1k for children per hour.

IMPORTANT: Practice sessions are only offered to those that have completed the beginner’s course with Surf Camp Egypt.

FINDING IT: You can find Surf Camp Egypt in Hacienda Red and D Bay North Coast until September. You can book your spot through their social media DMs.

#3- WellSpring North Coast: Campground WellSpring offers summer activities including day camps for children and family events in several locations across the coast. Activities include arts and crafts, cooking, sports, game competitions, tournaments, and more.

PRICE RANGE:Weekly family events start at EGP 1.2k for the family, while day camps range between EGP 4.5k-4.8k per camper, depending on the location.

IMPORTANT: WellSpring may offer some of their camps exclusively to compound residents, depending on the location.

FINDING IT: You can find WellSpring’s day camps and family events in Stella Sidi Abdelrahman’s beach club house and in Playa. Their Marassi location at The Sphere offers morning day camps and evening walk-in experiences. You can DM WellSpring’s Instagram to register.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY HANGOUTS-

While some of the activities above soak up a good amount of energy in the sun and water, an evening of relaxation and good food with family would perfectly end the day. Here’s where to dine, walk around and shop:

  • Marassi Marina for upscale dining and luxury-shopping. If you’re looking for a new designer outfit or a gift that will impress, this is the place to go.
  • The Hub in Marassi boasts food stands, local clothing stores, and colorful exteriors — in addition to fun family activities.
  • Northed by Zahra includes a wide variety of local food outlets.
  • Lake Yard in Hacienda Bay boasts a slew of food outlets and clothing stores.
  • North Lanes offers a series of drive-through experiences.
  • Diplo 3’s commercial platform includes cool,local brand beachwear as well as home and beach accessories , fast food favorites and the largest variety of sweets and ice creams in Sahel.
  • The Village at Almaza Bay for luxury shopping and dining including favorites like Ratios, Gourmet and The Tap North.

SPORTS

Not sure where to work out when you’re in Sahel? Check out our guide for all the sports activities offered throughout the coast — including general fitness, yoga and Pilates, padel, spinning, and more for the entire family.

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