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Sharm El-Sheikh

Sharm El-Sheikh Tours & Private Day Trips

Sharm El-Sheikh is the crown jewel of the Sinai Peninsula, perched at the southern tip between the Gulf of Suez and Gulf of Aqaba. It combines world-r...

Welcome to Sharm El-Sheikh

Sharm El-Sheikh is the crown jewel of the Sinai Peninsula, perched at the southern tip between the Gulf of Suez and Gulf of Aqaba. It combines world-renowned marine reserves—including Ras Mohammed National Park and the Straits of Tiran—with desert adventure, Bedouin culture, and close proximity to Mount Sinai and St. Catherine's Monastery.

Quick Facts

Best Time to VisitOctober to April for comfortable desert exploring and warm diving; summer brings crystal-clear water and pelagic marine life.
Recommended Days3 to 6 days

Sharm El-Sheikh Tours & Day Trips

Explore our curated Sharm El-Sheikh experiences.

Top Attractions in Sharm El-Sheikh

Must-see sights and landmarks.

Ras Mohammed National Park

Ras Mohammed National Park

Egypt’s premier marine sanctuary featuring Yolanda Reef, Shark Reef, an ancient mangrove forest, and the scenic White Island sandbar.

Mount Sinai & St. Catherine’s Monastery

Mount Sinai & St. Catherine’s Monastery

Sunrise pilgrimage hike up Mount Sinai and a guided tour of the 6th-century UNESCO monastery holding the Burning Bush.

Straits of Tiran & Blue Lagoon

Straits of Tiran & Blue Lagoon

Four monumental offshore coral reefs (Jackson, Woodhouse, Thomas, and Gordon) famous for sea turtles, hammerheads, and drift diving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning your trip to Sharm El-Sheikh

Do I need a full Egypt visa for Sharm El-Sheikh?
Eligible nationalities staying strictly within South Sinai (Sharm, Dahab, Nuweiba, St. Catherine) for up to 14 days can use the free Sinai Only stamp. If visiting Cairo, Luxor, or travelling to Ras Mohammed by sea, you must purchase the $25 Egypt visa on arrival.
How long is the hike up Mount Sinai from Sharm El-Sheikh?
The trek typically starts around 1:00 AM from the base, takes 2.5 to 3.5 hours to reach the summit for sunrise, and roughly 2 hours to descend back to St. Catherine's Monastery.