Siwa Travel Guide
Egypt
Siwa is a small oasis town in western Egypt, with a population of around 7,000. It is inland, rather than a coastal resort, and sits in Egypt’s desert region.
Travellers arriving by air can use Siwa Oasis North Airport, the airport serving the town. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres, so Siwa is better suited to an oasis and desert stay than a beach holiday.
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Population
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Pays in EGP
Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 122
Dial code +20
Tipping: Tipping is customary in Egypt for various services. While not mandatory, it is greatly appreciated and expected, especially in the tourism industry. Small change is often given for minor services. Consider tipping in Egyptian Pounds (EGP) for convenience.
Best time to visit Siwa
Jan
20°0Feb
20°0Mar
25°1Apr
29°0May
33°0Jun
37°0Jul
38°0Aug
38°0Sep
35°0Oct
30°0Nov
25°0Dec
21°1Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Siwa
واحة سيوة
national park
1.8 km
منطقة جبل الموتى
historic site
3.2 km
شالي - سيوه
monument
2.1 km
Cleopatra Spring
historic site
3.6 km
Grand Masjid of Siwa المسجد الكبير بسيوة
muslim place of worship
2.2 km
Temple d'Amon (Siwa)
religious organization
3 km
Siwa Oasis
arts and entertainment
3.2 km
بورصه واحه الاندلس .قهوة أنور
arts and entertainment
1.6 km
Getting there
Siwa Oasis North Airport · 18.1 km
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