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Sharm El Sheikh
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South Sinai

Sharm El Sheikh

شرم الشيخ

Sinai's resort and conference city, base for Ras Mohammed and the Straits of Tiran.

Sharm El Sheikh, at the southern tip of Sinai, is one of Egypt's main resort and conference cities, with Naama Bay at its centre. It is a base for diving at Ras Mohammed and the Straits of Tiran, for desert excursions into Sinai and for international events held in its convention centre.

Highlights

  • Naama Bay promenade
  • Boat dives at the Straits of Tiran
  • Day trip to Ras Mohammed

Good to know

  • Many resorts have their own house reef: check before booking.

Ways to experience it:Beaches & the Red SeaDiving & snorkellingYachting & marinasWellness & medical tourismConferences & events (MICE)Luxury & tailor-made

Suggested visit
3 days
Coordinates
27.8519°N, 34.3050°E (approximate)
Status
Editorial draft · unverified
Sources
Text checked against these sources on 2026-11-05.

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