WADI SABARAH
WADI SABARAH
we’re here to help you detach from the world
we’re here to help you
detach from the world
From the comfort of your sea-front home at the lodge, dive amongst the outstanding corals of the Red Sea, venture into our backyard desert, go on a botanical journey, or indulge at our promenade restaurant & sea-front infinity pool.
WELCOME TO YOUR BEACH-SIDE LODGE
WELCOME TO YOUR
BEACH-SIDE LODGE
ROOMS & SUITES
ROOMS & SUITES
Our lodge has been artfully built by local masons from repurposed fossilised coral limestone.
Every room is unique in design and the room you are allocated on arrival may differ from the one you saw in a photograph. Rooms are categorized as Standard, Superior, Premium, and Junior Suite – and these definitions are determined based on any or all of the following: size, view, and access to features (pool, restaurant, beach) plus the year of construction. Upon arrival, if you would like to see a different room to the one you are allocated in the same category, please let your host know and we will do our very best to accommodate your wishes.
With just forty-nine rooms including three suites, every room offers you a beautiful and spacious interior featuring an ensuite bathroom with eco-toiletries and a sea-view terrace or balcony.
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LOUNGE, GO FOR A DIP & TAKE IN THE SCENERY
LOUNGE, GO FOR A DIP &
TAKE IN THE SCENERY
POOL
POOL
The Medemia pool deck is perfectly situated at the edge of the lodge offering unobstructed sea views and a café bar to guarantee you’re all set for a relaxed day. Jump into our infinity pool and float like you’re right in the middle of the ocean, just with a cocktail in hand. Our Medemia pool rooms are only a few meters away if you’d like a ground floor terrace & an impeccable view.
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dine by the sea
restaurant & bar
RESTAURANT
& BAR
Set on the highest point of our valley (wadi), Tamarisk, our restaurant and bar, offers a promenade with an unbeatable view. Our daily menus are designed to provide you with culinary experiences that give you a window into the DNA of Egypt and its vast cuisine.
Overlooking the dunes of the Eastern desert on one side & the sea and our botanical gardens on the other, sit back & take in the natural beauty of our breathtaking location. From the blood moons rising to the rough seas crashing on the reef below, have a drink or a snack as you unwind.
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GO ON A JOURNEY
LIBRARY & ART ROOM
LIBRARY &
ART ROOM
Immerse yourself in the surrounding beauty by exploring Karen’s Living Room, our extensive library that holds both modern & ancient literature, local artefacts, guides and classics on Egyptian history, nature conservation, geology and more.
Discover the importance of our region, both in present & ancient times. Explore how before the motorboat, the Southern Red Sea provided traders with an alternative to the dangerous winds that threw ships onto reefs, or how trade routes through the Eastern Desert to the Nile Valley allowed the flow of goods from Asia and East Africa to the Empires that dominated Europe since antiquities.
Through our library or just sharing experiences with other guests, we hope Karen’s Living Room will provide you with an environment to understand our place on this planet.
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visit our unique exhibition
visit our
unique exhibition
COLLECTION
COLLECTION
Located in the basement of the main building is a unique exhibition of Egyptian regional costumes most of which have today been eradicated from living memory. This collection, curated by Egyptian traditional crafts expert, Shahira Mehrez, displays dresses, head gears, jewelry and all kinds of accessories from nine different geographic locations, bearing witness to an extraordinary continuity that has transcended boundaries of time and space.
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embark on a botanical expedition
embark on
a botanical expedition
GARDENS
GARDENS
Created as a small wildlife paradise, our unique garden is a guide through Egyptian wild flora, where almost every plant has been used in traditional medicine & has economic value supporting the life of the local nomads inhabiting the Egyptian deserts.
The garden was created in 2017 in cooperation with Dr. Irina Springuel, former professor at the Aswan University, who resides most of the year at Wadi Sabarah. She will be happy to guide you through more than 2000 plants with over 40 local species.
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Our coastline boasts 700 meters of fringe reef, beyond which are deep blue waters. From the end of our pier (called ‘The Deck’) to the right of our beach, experience the unique thriving habitat of the Red Sea just meters away from your room. With our onsite dive center Emperor Divers visit outstanding dive sites, just a short car or boat ride away. Laze on our sandy beach before walking to the end of our pier, with your snorkeling gear in hand (Snorkeling gear can be rented from Emperor Divers when you arrive). Just a few steps down the ladder with a safety rail into the water and you will be able to see a stunning variety of fish and coral. The Red Sea is a playground for snorkelers and divers of all skill levels. There is safety information provided at the dive centre, on the beach and at the beginning of the pier. We do not have a lifeguard on duty, and unless you are on a guided tour, your swimming and snorkeling is undertaken at your own risk. Be aware of the regulations below (Accessing Our House Reef and Beach’) before swimming or snorkeling at our house reef.
ACCESSING OUR HOUSE REEF AND BEACH
Our beach is housed within an ancient, fossilised reef, once a bay, called in Arabic a ‘Marsa’. Today our coastline boasts 700 m of pristine fringe reef where our pier, ‘The Deck’ allows you access to the blue waters of the Red Sea. You can swim north and back with the tide to The Deck, or south 400 meters and exit from the pier of our sister hotel, ‘Oasis.’
★ Don’t walk on the reef table (this is directly in front of the hotel and at low tide may look like a grey shelf of rock.) This is ancient coral. Do not walk on it
★ Don’t collect shells as hermit crabs recycle them
★ Don’t touch anything underwater
★ Check the weather conditions before entering the water. Emperor Divers place a flag in front of their building indicating the sea conditions. Read the safety table signs on our beach and at the beginning of our pier before entering the water. It is recommended to have fins, a mask, and a snorkel. Snorkel gear is available for rental from Emperor Divers. We recommend snorkeling with an experienced partner. If you don’t have one, please let Emperor Divers know and they will book you a snorkel guide
★ There is no lifeguard on duty at the beach – all unguided water activities take place at your own risk.
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Emperor Divers are located right on the beachfront of Wadi Sabarah. With over 30 years’ experience in the Red Sea, and one of the pioneers of diving the coastline of Marsa Alam, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced diver, Emperor will take you to some of the best spots in Marsa Alam to experience the Red Sea ́s unique ecosystem.
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YOGA CLASSES
YOGA
YOGA
Wadi Sabarah, situated between the desert and the sea, is the ideal location for outdoor yoga and meditation sessions. With our quiet policy (no constant loud music and other distractions) we are a perfect destination for wellness seekers. Our sister hotel, The Oasis, located 600 meters south of us on the same property has a large yoga room. Classes depend on seasonality, our front desk team can assist you with any inquiries at the reception. You can use privately if required.