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# 18-Hole Golf at The Cascades in Soma Bay, Egypt

> Soma Bay is an exclusive Red Sea resort in Egypt, home to The Cascades Championship Golf Course — an 18-hole, par-72 layout designed by Gary Player that blends links and desert terrain with stunning sea views.

## Destination
Soma Bay Peninsula, Egypt, located 45 kilometers from Hurghada on the Red Sea coast.

## Getting there
Approximately a 4-hour flight from Central Europe to Hurghada, then a short transfer to Soma Bay.

## When to go
Sunshine year-round with mild temperatures make it suitable at any time, though wind is a consistent feature.

## Why visit
A combination of world-class golf, Red Sea watersports, clear desert-mountain panoramas, and an upscale resort environment in a sunny, relaxed setting.

## What to see
- **The Cascades Championship Golf Course** — 18-hole, par-72 course designed by Gary Player, combining links and desert landscapes with views of the Red Sea.
- **Red Sea** — World-famous for clear visibility and diverse marine life, with glass-bottom boat trips available.
- **Desert mountain panoramas** — Sweeping views of desert mountains visible from the beach and resort grounds.

## What to do
- **Golf** — Play the full 18-hole Gary Player-designed course; challenging due to persistent wind.
- **Watersports** — Soma Bay is a hub for windsurfing, sailing, and kitesurfing thanks to reliable winds, plus glass-bottom boat excursions.
- **Fine dining at L'Albatros** — Elegant restaurant within La Residence des Cascades offering fine dining in an intimate atmosphere.

## Good to know
La Residence des Cascades sits at the highest point of the peninsula with over 200 guest rooms, several restaurants, and direct views over the golf course and sea. Wind is a constant factor affecting both golf and watersports.

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