Read the Cairo health and safety guide. Check current official advice before travelling.
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It is highly advisable not to drink tap water or place ice cubes in your drink. It also may serve you well to bring iodine tablets to put in filtered water. Also, it may be safe to stay away from dairy products unless you know they have been pasteurized.
Flies and mosquitoes are very prevalent in Cairo . If this is a cause of concern for you, make sure to bring bug repelant or buy some upon arrival.
The Egyptian government has put a great deal of effort and money into safeguarding the city against terrorist plots. Such law enforcement has become especially rigorous after 1992, when terrorists ambushed a tourist bus and killed a British woman. Several terrorist attacks followed years later, with the last recorded terror fatality occurring in 1997 that left 60 tourists dead. Nowadays such incidents no longer occur. The government is very protective of its tourists, especially since tourism is
One thing you should be very careful of is petty crimes like pick-pocketing. These are rather frequent in
There are still some minefields left over from past wars in the Western Desert(numerously found near the North Coast) and near the off-roads of Sinai. Minefields are very dangerous and fatal, so be careful if you are planning on visiting either of these places. It is suggested that you speak to local authorities about mines before voyaging out. Also, be aware that minefields are usually marked with barbed wire, yet they do not have sign posts indicating mines are prevalent.
If by any chance you get your passport or wallet stolen, be sure to first contact the police and then the nearest embassy or consulate. The local police's role is only to curb violence and investigate the crime scene. On the other hand, your embassy or consulate can provide you with a more international and sophisticated level of assistance such as getting you a lawyer.
Though you will find a good amount of ATMs scattered around Cairo, take note that they are not as prevalent as in other major cities. Your access to an ATM will depend on your location and where you are staying (most hotels carry ATMs). Still, be aware that ATMs will not be seen as frequently as you may be accustomed to (but they are around).