On the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, where the Gulf of Aqaba meets the Gulf of Suez, Sharm El Sheikh offers some of the planet's finest diving, sacred desert mountains, and year-round sunshine.
Sharm offers a rare combination — world-class underwater wonders and one of the most sacred landscapes on Earth, all in the same destination.
Egypt's first national park and one of the world's premier dive destinations. The dramatic convergence of two seas creates extraordinary marine biodiversity — vibrant coral walls, hammerhead sharks, and clouds of tropical fish. The Shark Reef and Yolanda wreck are legendary dive sites.
A pilgrimage and adventure in one. The pre-dawn ascent of Mount Sinai — where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments — ends with one of the most spectacular sunrises on Earth. The 2,285-metre summit looks out over a sea of desert mountains turning crimson and gold.
A vast protected mangrove forest north of Sharm — Egypt's largest mangrove stand — where sea turtles nest and Bedouin communities maintain their ancient traditions. One of the most ecologically significant landscapes on the Sinai coast.
A snorkelling and diving paradise in the Straits of Tiran — famous for the four coral reefs (Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon) that form an underwater mountain range. The crystal-clear water and extraordinary visibility make this one of the Red Sea's top dive sites.
One of the world's oldest continuously inhabited monasteries, built in the 6th century at the foot of Mount Sinai. Its library contains one of the most important collections of early manuscripts in the world. A UNESCO World Heritage Site of extraordinary historical significance.
The lively heart of Sharm — a sweeping bay lined with beach clubs, dive centres, restaurants, and shops. The reef just offshore is walkable from the beach. Naama Bay is where most visitors base themselves and where the evenings come alive with Sharm's famous atmosphere.
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport receives direct international flights and connections from Cairo (1 hr). Sinai visa-on-arrival (15 days, Sinai only) is available for many nationalities at the airport.
The hike begins at midnight for a sunrise arrival (3hrs up, 2hrs down). Bring warm layers — the summit can be near freezing even in summer. Camel riding up is available for part of the route.
Sharm's reefs are accessible to both. Blue Hole and the Canyon at Dahab (45 min away) are world-famous for experienced divers. Snorkelling at Ras Mohammed and Tiran Island is excellent.
Sharm is one of Egypt's driest and sunniest cities — virtually no rain ever falls. Summer (June–Aug) is very hot (38°C+). Oct–Apr is ideal for both diving and the Mount Sinai hike.
Taxis and tuk-tuks link the main areas. A rental car or private driver is recommended for Ras Mohammed National Park and St Catherine's Monastery day trips.
Naama Bay has the liveliest restaurant and bar scene. The Old Market area offers authentic Egyptian food at local prices. Sharm has a vibrant international dining scene compared to most Egypt destinations.
Whether you want to summit Mount Sinai at dawn, dive the walls of Ras Mohammed, or visit St Catherine's Monastery with an expert — we arrange every detail of your Sharm experience privately and seamlessly.