Sharm El Sheikh Egypt Holidays
Sharm El Sheikh
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The diving capital of the Red Sea — world-class reefs, the legendary Ras Mohammed National Park, Naama Bay nightlife and year-round sunshine at the tip of the Sinai Peninsula
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Flight Time
5–6h from UK (direct)
Best Time
Year-round (October to April most comfortable)
Country
Egypt
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Sharm El Sheikh Holiday Guide
Sharm El Sheikh is the diving capital of the Red Sea — Ras Mohammed National Park, the SS Thistlegorm wreck and Shark Bay are among the finest dive sites in the world. The Naama Bay nightlife and luxury resorts make it the most complete Red Sea resort.
The Blue Hole at Dahab (day trip) and St Catherine's Monastery are excellent excursions. Direct flights from the UK take 5–6 hours.
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Average Temperatures
Jan
22°C
Feb
23°C
Mar
26°C
Apr
30°C
May
34°C
Jun
37°C
Jul
38°C
Aug
38°C
Sep
35°C
Oct
31°C
Nov
27°C
Dec
23°C
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The Ras Mohammed reefs, Thistlegorm wreck, Naama Bay and extraordinary marine life that make Sharm El Sheikh the finest diving resort in the Red Sea.
Ras Mohammed National Park
Ras Mohammed National Park is the finest diving destination in Egypt — a protected marine park at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula with extraordinary coral walls, abundant marine life and exceptional visibility. The Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef are the most famous dive sites, with large schools of fish, reef sharks, turtles and spectacular coral formations. It is one of the top ten dive sites in the world.
SS Thistlegorm Wreck
The SS Thistlegorm is one of the most famous wreck dives in the world — a British WWII supply ship sunk by German bombers in 1941, lying in 30 metres of water in the Red Sea. The wreck is extraordinarily intact and still contains its original cargo: motorcycles, trucks, rifles, ammunition and railway carriages. Jacques Cousteau discovered the wreck in 1955 and called it the greatest dive site in the world.
Naama Bay
Naama Bay is the heart of Sharm El Sheikh — a lively, cosmopolitan bay with a long promenade of restaurants, bars, dive centres, shops and hotels. The bay has a pleasant sandy beach and calm, clear water ideal for swimming and snorkelling. The nightlife is the most vibrant in the Egyptian Red Sea. The Hard Rock Cafe, Camel Bar and Pacha nightclub are among the most popular venues.
Shark Bay
Shark Bay is one of the most popular snorkelling and diving sites near Sharm El Sheikh — a beautiful bay with a healthy coral reef, white-tip reef sharks, turtles and abundant tropical fish. The snorkelling directly from the beach is excellent. The bay is a short taxi ride from Naama Bay and is one of the best spots in Sharm for non-divers.
Luxury Resorts
Sharm El Sheikh has some of the finest luxury resorts in Egypt — the Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, the Ritz-Carlton Sharm El Sheikh and the Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh are all exceptional. The resorts have private beaches, multiple pools, world-class spa facilities and direct access to the coral reefs. Travelpack and JTA Holidays have excellent all-inclusive packages.
Dahab Day Trip
Dahab is a relaxed, bohemian resort 90km north of Sharm El Sheikh — famous for the Blue Hole (one of the most famous dive sites in the world), the Canyon dive site and a laid-back atmosphere very different from Sharm. The Blue Hole is a 130-metre-deep underwater sinkhole with extraordinary diving. Day trips from Sharm are available and the drive through the Sinai desert is spectacular.
St Catherine's Monastery
St Catherine's Monastery is one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world — a UNESCO World Heritage Site at the foot of Mount Sinai, 3 hours from Sharm El Sheikh. The monastery has an extraordinary library of ancient manuscripts and icons. The climb to the summit of Mount Sinai (2,285m) for sunrise is one of the most spiritual experiences in the Middle East.
Practical Tips
Sharm El Sheikh is one of the most developed and tourist-friendly resorts in Egypt. The Naama Bay area is the most convenient base. The Old Market (Sharm El Sheikh town) is worth visiting for souvenirs and local food. The Sharm El Sheikh International Airport has direct flights from most UK airports. The Egypt e-visa can be obtained online before travel.
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