don`t worry about malaria it is not in egypt ,it appears in the heart of africa where the weather tropical..about mosquitos yeah there is bet of it but it doesn`t nedd to visit your doctor for it a bet spray from off will be more than enough
have fun

Malaria was reported in Egypt in one confined area somewhere near Cairo, but that was a good few years ago now. There is no need to take anti-malaria medication when visiting Egypt, although it appears that some places give out the wrong information when asked.

I met a couple in Nuweiba who had been told that they needed to take the tablets and were charged a fortune for them privately. They were most upset when they found out it was not needed!

As Sharmer indicates, you would be wise to take plenty of repellant spray for mossies and other little biting insects which can often be present.

Thanks guys!

Now you tell us Roger. We could have saved "£40" if we had some spray!

I always get bitten loads and Egypt was no exception if I didn't put repellant on! They sell a good local one which works really well, and if you are at the coral sea go and drink hibiscus tea with the pharmacist while he sorts out your bites!! Mine were truly revolting having sat outsid on the first night.....what an idiot! Recomend taking piriton with you if you do react..