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Visit the Legendary Waters of Ras Mohammed National Park
Any diving holiday to Sharm El Sheikh would be incomplete without a trip to one of the best-known diving destinations in the world - Ras Mohammed National Park. This marine reserve is situated at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula and is famous for its incredible reefs, fantastic vis and rich marine life.
There is a chance to see marine life such as moray eels, schools of barracudas and colourful fish species, whilst there are sites renowned around the world, such as Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef. Snorkelers will enjoy the clear waters, just off the coast, amongst the shallow coral gardens bustling with sea life and, sometimes, a sea turtle.
The conditions for divers of all abilities are ideal; the waters are calm, warm and boast spectacular underwater landscapes. Trips out to the Ras Mohammed National Park from Sharm El Sheikh are among the most popular tours from Sharm El Sheikh.
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Dive or Snorkel around Tiran Island
The most popular alternative diving and snorkeling destination off Sharm El Sheikh is the island of Tiran. Situated at the entrance to the Gulf of Aqaba, it is known for its crystal-clear waters and untouched coral reefs that house the spectacular diversity of marine life off the coast of Egypt in the Red Sea. The area surrounding Tiran Island houses exotic marine life and colourful corals, as well as occasional sightings of dolphins and reef sharks; divers may wish to visit shipwreck sites whilst there, though snorkelers may prefer swimming amongst the shallow coral gardens. Boat trips to Tiran Island are a popular excursion from Sharm El Sheikh and the tour includes stops for snorkeling in sheltered lagoons and fantastic views over the Red Sea.
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Go Shore Diving at Shark's Bay
If you want the convenience of getting straight from the beach to the coral reefs then a diving and snorkeling spot which is perfect for this is Shark's Bay. This bay is known for its pristine conditions and the calm waters which house beautiful colourful coral gardens and marine life close to the surface so are great for both swimmers and snorkelers. The ease at which visitors can simply walk to Shark's Bay to snorkel means that it is the ideal place for families or people who are new to diving and wish to have a first go before taking to a boat. Diving schools, along with diving equipment rental and snorkeling tours, are readily available here.
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Dive the Legendary Blue Hole near Sharm El Sheikh
Experienced divers will enjoy the challenge and exhilaration of visiting the world-famous Blue Hole diving site which is located near Sharm El Sheikh in Dahab. This natural underwater sinkhole attracts experienced divers and offers incredible vistas, dramatic underwater terrain and spectacular coral formations at immense depths along the walls and surrounding reef. Snorkelers can take advantage of the shallower areas around the Blue Hole with vibrant fish and coral and are easily able to view the beauty of this particular part of the Red Sea. Tours from Sharm El Sheikh to Dahab offer tourists the chance to experience the landscape and sea in both worlds with the addition of a visit to a bedouin village in the desert.
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Sharm El Sheikh: A Diving & Snorkeling Paradise
The waters of the Red Sea provide clear blue conditions, an array of colourful fish and the breathtakingly diverse Red Sea coral reefs which together combine to make Sharm El Sheikh one of the top diving and snorkeling destinations in the world. From exploring the Ras Mohammed National Park and Tiran Island to snorkeling in Shark's Bay or diving the depths of the Blue Hole, Sharm El Sheikh boasts an abundance of world-class diving and snorkeling locations suitable for both experienced enthusiasts and complete beginners looking to make the most of the remarkable marine life in the Red Sea. For diving holidays or for an adventure-filled, sun-drenched diving holiday on the coast of Egypt, there is simply nowhere better to visit than the dazzling waters of Sharm El Sheikh.
