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Sharm El Sheikh: Colored Canyon, Blue Hole, & Dahab Day Trip

1. Sharm El Sheikh: Colored Canyon, Blue Hole, & Dahab Day Trip

Visit two wonders of the Sinai Peninsula in one day on a jeep tour to the Colored Canyon and the Blue Hole dive site. Encounter astounding rock formations and coral reefs, ride a camel and enjoy a barbeque lunch in the tent in a Bedouin style, and explore the coastal town of Dahab. After pickup, travel by jeep to the famous Colored Canyon. Explore a vibrant labyrinth of sandstone cliffs in shades of yellow, purple, red, and gold as you walk through the 800-meter gorge. Continue to the Abu Galum Reserve. Here you’ll have time to snorkel at the coral reefs garden and see the Blue Hole, a world-famous dive site with Red Sea’s rich underwater ecosystem. Later, sit down for a buffet lunch on the shore of the Gulf of Aqaba and ride a camel along the waterfront. Before drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh, visit the coastal town of Dahab, where you can explore the lively bazaar and shop for silverware, perfumes, and clothes.

From Sharm: Mount Moses Trekking, Sunrise & Monastery Visit

2. From Sharm: Mount Moses Trekking, Sunrise & Monastery Visit

You will be picked up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh city between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Then you will travel in an air-conditioned vehicle for around 4 hours to reach the Moses Mountain.  When you arrive at Mount Sinai you will start your trekking tour to the sacred place where the Prophet Moses received the 10 commandments. Reach 2,285 meters by climbing up 750 steps, strolling through the night (approx 2-3 hours depending on the customers). Depending on the performance of the group, you may arrive at the summit earlier than expected. This will give you a chance to really relax and marvel at the rising sun slowly scattering across the mountains in all its splendor.  While gazing at the sunrise, snap awesome photos or pray if you wish to, then begin the descent back down. Remember, it will take around 2 hours to reach the bottom. Enjoy some time to rest after the long trail and then have breakfast.  Next, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherine's Monastery. Browse through the old manuscripts displayed in the library and icons excavated from the Vatican.  It is the oldest functioning Christian monastery in the world situated on the Sinai Peninsula along with the Monastery of Saint Anthony which is located across the Red Sea in the desert of South Cairo. After you've finished touring the monastery, you can relax on the drive back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

From Dahab: Three Pools Guided Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

3. From Dahab: Three Pools Guided Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

Journey to one of the best snorkeling spots off the southeastern coast of Egypt on a snorkeling trip from Dahab. Explore the waters of Three Pools and marvel at the diversity of reef fish and invertebrates. Take a break for lunch on the beach, then hop back into the water for more snorkeling. Start your snorkeling tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Dahab and travel towards your location for the day, Three Pools, one of the most popular diving and snorkeling spots in the area. Spend the day admiring the underwater world of these 3 sandy lagoons, watching colorful fish swim among interesting coral structures. Explore all 3 pools before moving on to the coral lagoon, a great spot for underwater photography. Take a break, visiting the nearby restaurant for lunch and drinks. Then, hop back into the water for another snorkeling session with your guide. Snorkel for another hour, exploring the area just outside of the Three Pools. After your snorkeling adventure, head back to the restaurant where you can spend some time relaxing in the sun before heading back to your accommodation in Dahab.

Sharm el-Sheik: Dahab, Red Canyon, and Abu Galum Day Tour

4. Sharm el-Sheik: Dahab, Red Canyon, and Abu Galum Day Tour

Leave Sharm el-Sheikh on this Jeep safari to Abu Galum National Park. Go on a day trip to Dahab, enjoy a delicious lunch next to the famous Blue Hole, and browse the local shops for the perfect souvenir. Meet your driver at your Sharm el-Sheikh hotel and begin your Jeep safari to the national park of Abu Galum. See the national park's wide range of marine life and head into the Red Canyon, a mass of colorful natural rock formations and crevices. Next, go on a leisurely walk through the Colored Canyon, marveling at the desert plains, barren mountains, rocks of sandstone, and a refreshing oasis. Hop back in your Jeep to reach the famous dive site, the Blue Hole. Enjoy lunch next to the beautiful Blue Hole before taking a dip in the clear water. Snorkel among coral reefs and thousands of colorful fish. If you wish, hop on a camel to trot along the sea. Finish your day tour with a visit to the small fishing town of Dahab, also known as the Golden City. Enjoy some free time to go shopping and browse the local shops before returning to Sharm el-Sheikh by Jeep.

Sharm El Sheikh: Luxury Boat Cruise with Snorkeling & Lunch

5. Sharm El Sheikh: Luxury Boat Cruise with Snorkeling & Lunch

Explore the breathtaking waters of the Red Sea on this snorkeling boat tour. Cruise out from Sharm El Sheikh Marina and enjoy the fresh sea breeze, crystal-clear waters, and a delicious lunch served on board. Get picked up from your hotel and transferred to the marina in Sharm El Sheikh. Jump aboard the yacht and set sail for an unforgettable adventure to the best snorkeling spots around Sharm El Sheikh, on the southernmost tip of the Sinai peninsula. Stop here to explore the area’s vibrant coral reef with a professional guide. Continue to the stunning White Island, where you can snorkel in the surrounding shallow waters, relax on the soft sand and take photos of the sparkling Red Sea. Back on board, enjoy a delicious lunch of rice, pasta, salads, barbeque chicken, and fish. After you return to the marina, you’ll be dropped back at your hotel.

Sharm El Sheikh: Blue Hole Park Day Snorkeling Tour & Lunch

6. Sharm El Sheikh: Blue Hole Park Day Snorkeling Tour & Lunch

Blue Hole is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves snorkeling or scuba diving. It's a natural underwater sinkhole located near Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt, and is known for its breathtakingly beautiful coral reefs and abundant marine life. It's surrounded by a fringing reef, which is teeming with a diverse array of marine life. The reef is home to colorful fish, sea turtles, octopuses, and even some sharks. The Blue Hole is also known for its crystal-clear waters, which offer excellent visibility for diving and snorkeling. The water temperature is warm year-round, making it an ideal destination for water activities. One of the main attractions of the Blue Hole is the opportunity to scuba dive. Diving in the Blue Hole is suitable for experienced divers, as the depth can be quite challenging for beginners. However, there are plenty of other dive sites in the area that are more suitable for beginners. Another popular activity at the Blue Hole is snorkeling. Snorkelers can explore the reef close to the surface, and still see an incredible amount of marine life. The Blue Hole is one of the most popular snorkeling spots in the Red Sea due to its abundance of marine life and crystal-clear waters. For those who prefer to stay on dry land, the Blue Hole also offers stunning views from the beach. Visitors can relax on the beach, take in the beautiful scenery, and watch the divers and snorkelers exploring the underwater world.

Sharm El-Sheikh: Red Canyon, Dahab, Quad, and Snorkel Trip

7. Sharm El-Sheikh: Red Canyon, Dahab, Quad, and Snorkel Trip

Visit two wonders of the Sinai Peninsula in one day on a jeep tour to the Colored Canyon and the Blue Hole dive site. Encounter astounding rock formations and coral reefs, ride a camel and enjoy a barbeque lunch in the tent in a Bedouin style, and explore the coastal town of Dahab. After pickup, travel by jeep to the famous Colored Canyon. Explore a vibrant labyrinth of sandstone cliffs in shades of yellow, purple, red, and gold as you walk through the 800-meter gorge. Continue to the Abu Galum Reserve. Here you’ll have time to snorkel at the coral reefs garden and see the Blue Hole, a world-famous dive site with the Red Sea’s rich underwater ecosystem. Later, sit down for a buffet lunch on the shore of the Gulf of Aqaba and ride a camel along the waterfront. Before drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh, visit the coastal town of Dahab, where you can explore the lively bazaar and shop for silverware, perfumes, and clothes.

From Dahab: St. Catherine's Monastery and Mt. Sinai Tour

8. From Dahab: St. Catherine's Monastery and Mt. Sinai Tour

Visit Mt. Sinai and St. Catherine's Monastery, the oldest Christian monastery in the world, on a tour with roundtrip transportation from Dahab. Watch the sunrise from the summit after an early-morning hike and then uncover the ancient history of St. Catherine's monastery. Start your trip from your hotel in Dahab and begin your journey to St. Catherine's National Park. Climb to the top of Mt. Sinai with a Bedouin guide to watch the sunrise. Explore St. Catherine's Monastery at your own pace and discover its ancient architecture. Relax on the way back to your hotel in Dahab at the end of your tour.

From Dahab: Day Trip to Petra by Ferry with Hotel Transfers

9. From Dahab: Day Trip to Petra by Ferry with Hotel Transfers

Explore Petra on a guided tour of the archaeological city, take in the views from the hill of Al-Habis in Wadi Musa, and have free time to shop and explore in seaside town of Aqaba. Savor a local lunch at a restaurant which includes a soft drink.  Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation in Dahab. Relax on the air-conditioned drive in a spacious bus on the 1.5-hour drive to the port in Taba. Hop aboard a ferry and relax on the cruise to Aqaba. Travel by bus for about 2-hours to Petra.  Follow your guide on a 2-3-hour walking tour of the archeological site. Enter Petra on foot, though the Siq, a narrow, winding gorge that is over 1 kilometer in length. Visit the Great Treasury (Al-Khazneh Farun), the Roman Theatre, the Royal Tombs (the Rainbow Tomb is a must for photographers). Admire hundreds of monuments, tricliniums (formal Roman dining room), and obelisks, which are all carved from the multi-shaded, rose-red sandstone. A walk through the colonnade of Roman Byzantine Petra brings you to the city center.  Continue to the hill of Al-Habis in Wadi Musa which is crowned with a crusader-era fort). Take in breathtaking panoramic views of deep gullies and uniquely colored rock formations. Rest with a buffet lunch where you can try local specialties paired with a soft drink.  Drive back to Aqaba where you will have an hour of free time for shopping before boarding the ferry back to Taba and transferring back to your hotel in Dahab late at night. 

Sharm El Sheikh: Blue Hole & Salama Canyon Day Trip by Jeep

10. Sharm El Sheikh: Blue Hole & Salama Canyon Day Trip by Jeep

This exciting trip from Sharm El Sheikh to the Blue Hole in Dahab is a perfect choice for adventure lovers who want to experience the natural wonders of Egypt. Your journey will start with a comfortable minibus transfer from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh to the famous Blue Hole in Dahab, known as one of the world's most popular diving sites. Upon arrival at the Blue Hole, you will be greeted by your friendly guide who will lead you to your jeep. From here, you will embark on an off-road adventure through the desert to reach your first destination, the Canyon Salama. The journey itself is a thrilling experience as you drive through the rugged landscape of the Sinai Peninsula. Once you arrive at the Canyon Salama, you will have the chance to explore the stunning canyon, with its breathtaking natural rock formations, narrow passages, and towering walls. Your guide will lead you through the canyon and explain the geological history of this unique location. Next, you will continue your adventure to the nearby Colored Canyon, known for its spectacular multicolored rock formations. Here you will have time to take in the stunning views and capture some incredible photos. After your visit to the Colored Canyon, you will return to the Blue Hole where you will have the opportunity to ride a camel and experience the traditional way of desert transportation. You will then enjoy a delicious lunch before moving on to the highlight of the day, snorkeling in the crystal clear waters of the Blue Hole. The Blue Hole is a unique diving and snorkeling site, known for its incredible marine life, including colorful fish and vibrant coral. Your guide will take you to the best spots for snorkeling, and you will have plenty of time to explore this magical underwater world. After your snorkeling adventure, you will head back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh in the comfort of your minibus, with memories of an unforgettable day in Dahab.

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Amazing day. Got picked up at 8:30, and set off straight for the blue hole. We were in the sea for a perfect amount of time and even novice swimmers were catered for and looked after. (You have to buy snorkeling gear for £15 / $15) so take money with you! We did not know this. Water was provided at the snorkel fitting site. Lunch was meat rice and potatoes with options to buy a fresh smoothie/coffee etc. You must pay to use the toilet (not a nice experience, take your own paper). We then Rode a camel and set off for Dahab and the Canyon (the canyon was very windy and cold I'd recommend a jacket) however was beautiful. 10/10 day and Muhammed was THE BEST tour guide you could have asked for.

I booked on the app. They have created a WhatsApp group to follow up for my trip. It was a great idea, I felt safe and everything was smooth. Pick up was in time and we have been transferred to the beautiful sea port. After that, we have been sailing to the beautiful Ras Mohamed. We made a snorkeling in the Red Sea and it's AMAZING . We had a good lunch, freshly prepared on the ship and the staff were friendly to us. I highly recommend you to book with this provider and from the reviews you can see real rating to the service. I have tried with them different activities. Finally I want to thank everyone for a great time and hospitality.

It was a great trip. Ahmed our guide made sure that we were well taken care off. He made few great photos and videos so absolutely fantastic. The only suggestion would be to have maybe 2 stops just to take few pictures of spectacular mountains views. If you have your own snorkelling gear (wetsuit, mask, fins) take it as there is additional charge of 15$ to rent.

Everything was well organized. It was an amazing experience. The colorful canyon is a natural beauty, which is definitely must see. Camel riding and coral reef swimming are definitely not to miss.

Brilliant day out highly recommended fantastic day either with a partner or family worth the money all day