Hurghada, Egypt — April 27, 2026 Tourist dies after snake bite in Egypt hotel show A 57-year-old tourist died after being bitten by a snake during a performance by a snake charmer at a hotel in Hurghada, Egypt, local police reported Monday. The incident occurred earlier this month when the victim, accompanied by his three-member family, attended a snake charmer’s show at the hotel in the popular resort town of Hurghada. According to authorities, one of the snakes crawled into the man’s pants and bit him on the leg.
Details of the Incident
The tourist, whose identity has not been disclosed, was part of a group watching the performance when the snake charmer allowed one of the reptiles to crawl into the man’s clothing. The bite led to fatal consequences, though specific details about the snake’s species or the immediate medical response were not provided by officials.
Local police in Kempten confirmed the incident, noting that the family had been vacationing in Hurghada, a well-known destination for European tourists. The victim was reportedly from the Unterallgäu region in Bavaria, Germany.
Response and Investigation
Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The snake charmer, whose identity has also not been released, is under scrutiny as officials determine whether proper safety protocols were followed during the performance.
Hotel management has yet to issue a public statement, but sources indicate that the show has been suspended pending the outcome of the investigation. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of such performances, particularly in tourist-heavy areas where wildlife interactions are marketed as entertainment.