Sharm el Sheikh is known as the jewel of the Sinai, with history going back thousands of years, cultural tours and year round sunshine. The simplicity of sun, sea and sand is a perfect combination that lures tourists to this beautiful city. One of the most accessible and developed tourist resort communities on the Sinai Peninsula, it has all the amenities one could expect of a tourist center, including casinos, discos and nightclubs, golf courses and health facilities. Water sports rule the roost with diving, snorkeling and windsurfing being the favorite activities.
LOCATION
Sharm el Sheik is an Egyptian city situated on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. The city is framed with the Red Sea on one side and the Sinai mountains on the other.
HOW TO REACH
It can be accessed either through the Sharm el-Sheikh Airport or by driving down the eastern coast from Eliat via Nuweiba and Dahab.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Na'ama Bay
Located just north of Sharm el Sheikh, the Na'ama Bay, with its beautiful beach is a hub of tourists. The seafront boasts a beautiful paved walkway, lined with bougainvillea and oleander, following the full length of the bay. The shoreline is dotted with resorts and hotels, which have their own private beaches. This is where one will find many shops, restaurants, bars and the famous 'Sheesha' cafes.
Ras Um Sid Cliff
This is the cliff top area that links Na'ama Bay and the bay of Sharm El Maya. Ras Um Sid is centrally situated and offers a spectacular view of the port. The place is known for its for its coral reefs.
Sharm El Maya
The picturesque bay is a natural harbor and home to many small boats. The beautiful sandy beach has an abundance of palm trees providing natural shade for the sun loungers. It is also functions as a prime diving location. It has accommodations for boats including a Yacht Club with rooms.
