Golf in Egypt Golfing in Egypt Egypt has some very wonderful courses including the Gary Player course at Soma Bay on the Red Sea. And most courses either adjoin, or are a part of fabulous hotels, such as the one at the Mena House in Cairo. The Alexandria Sporting Club - Alexandria Built in 1898 and used during the British occupation, the Alexandria Sporting Club is one of the oldest sporting clubs in Egypt. Today, the golf course stands on 97 feddans, 97% of which constitutes the total club area. It is a flat course with tricky bunkers and can be played by beginners as well as experts. The club also features several restaurants. About the Course: 18 holes, Par 70, 5,960 yards, rating 69, two tees Golf Services: Pro Shop, caddies, trolleys, club rental Other Facilities: The course is part of the Alexandria Sporting Club, which has two swimming pools, horseracing, croquet, tennis, squash, basketball, football, board games, and many other facilities. The Cascades Soma Bay The Cascades Golf Resort and Country Club is located on the Red Sea coast within the Soma Bay development, about 40 km south of Hurghada. The course is designed by Gary Player, one of the most famous golfers in the world. Soma Bay is well known for its beautiful beaches and for its location directly on the shore. 360 days sunshine a year, perfect temperatures in winter (25ºC) as well as in summer (35ºC). About the Course: 18-hole links course, 6,646 yards, 4 tees, 71 rating Golf Services: Pro Shop, caddies, power carts, driving range, club rental The Gezira Club - Cairo The 111 year old, par 70 golf course, the first in Egypt, was once also its best. Before the Nasser Era, it was an 18 hole course used only by British nationals. In 1906, the club members requested from the government to won the club, but were refused. Instead, they were allowed to lease the club for 60 years. In 1951, it was converted into a public club and 9 of its 18 holes were lost to the youth club. Fortunately, it is still possible to play 18 holes with a bit of maneuvering. About the Course: 18 holes (played on 9 fairways), Par 70, 5860 yards, rating 68, three tees Golf Services: Pro Shop, caddies, trolleys, driving range, club rental Learning to Play: Golf Pro, lessons About the Club: The course is part of the Gezirah Sporting Club, which includes four restaurants, swimming, lighted tennis, tennis pros and lessons, squash, croquet, playing fields, walking tracks, exercise facilities, equestrian, basketball, children's play areas, saunas, bridge and board games. Next