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Sinai & The Red Seaسيناء والبحر الأحمر
World-class coral reefs, turquoise waters, and year-round sunshine along Egypt's Red Sea coast.شعاب مرجانية عالمية ومياه فيروزية وشمس على مدار العام على ساحل البحر الأحمر
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A world-class coast of coral and sun
The Red Sea Governorate is one of Egypt's 27 governorates, located between the Nile and the Red Sea in the southeast of the country; its southern border forms part of Egypt's border with Sudan. Its capital and largest city is Hurghada.
The coast is renowned for some of the planet's most vibrant coral reefs, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and year-round sunshine. Stretching from the Suez Canal down to the Sudanese border, it is both a major global shipping artery and a premier hub for diving, snorkeling, and luxury beach resorts.
يقع البحر الأحمر بين النيل والبحر الأحمر في جنوب شرق مصر، وعاصمته الغردقة. يشتهر الساحل بأجمل الشعاب المرجانية ومياهه الفيروزية الصافية والشمس على مدار العام، وهو وجهة عالمية للغوص والغطس والمنتجعات الفاخرة.
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Where to go on the Red Seaأين تذهب على البحر الأحمر
The largest resort city — extensive infrastructure, nightlife, and easy access via its international airport.
A "city of peace" at Sinai's southern tip, famous for upscale resorts and Ras Mohammed National Park.
A laid-back, boho town popular with backpackers and shore-divers — home to the famous Blue Hole.
Quieter and more untouched; the best spot to see dugongs and large sea turtles at Abu Dabbab Bay.
A modern, eco-friendly luxury town built around lagoons, popular for kitesurfing and high-end dining.
Key Activities
- World-class diving & snorkeling: over 1,200 fish species and 200 types of coral. Iconic sites include the SS Thistlegorm (a WWII shipwreck) and the colorful reefs of the Straits of Tiran.
- Water sports: consistent winds make Safaga and Ras Sudr hotspots for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
- Desert adventures: quad biking, camel treks, and stargazing dinners in the Eastern Desert or the Sinai mountains.
- Cultural excursions: day trips to the Monastery of Saint Anthony (the world's oldest) or a sunrise climb up Mount Sinai.
Practical Travel Tips
- Best time to visit: October to April offers the most comfortable temperatures; summer (June–August) can be extremely hot.
- Entry requirements: most travelers can get a tourist visa for $25 on arrival; a free Sinai-only visa is available for stays of up to 14 days in resorts like Sharm or Dahab.
- Safety: the resort areas are considered very safe, with a dedicated tourist police presence.
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