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Sharm El Sheikh holidays

Explore the treasures of the Red Sea on holidays to Sharm el Sheikh

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Set against a backdrop of mountain peaks and open desert ‘Sharm’ is at the southern tip of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. Arid landscapes contrast beautifully with the crystal waters of the Red Sea. Stay in luxury Sharm el Sheikh hotels and enjoy the perfect sunny break, plus world class snorkelling and diving.

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Highlights of Sharm el Sheikh holidays
•   The diving - Ras Mohammed Marine Park where large quantities of plankton support an extraordinary reef ecosystem, is justly renowned, but Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef constitute other 'must-dive' areas and the Straits of Tiran offer fine wreck and drift diving opportunities.
•   The enchanting 6th Century Monastery of St Catherine, at the foot of Mount Sinai (which may be climbed for sensational sunrise views) and on the site of the Burning Bush, through which God spoke to Moses.
•   Activities such as desert quad biking, camel safaris and golf at the Movenpick championship course.

Sharm El Sheikh Honeymoons
All of our Sharm el Sheikh hotels make for fabulous honeymoon settings, but we have specially labelled a few of our favourite, most romantic retreats that we think make the most perfect settings for your dream honeymoon in Egypt.

Egypt Tailor Made
Don’t forget that with Kuoni, you can tailor make your own dream Arabian itinerary.

Simply:
•   Browse our online portfolio, or request a copy of our fantastic Egypt, Dubai, Morocco & Arabia brochure.
•   Call our knowledgeable and dedicated Egypt sales team who will help guide you through your options and prepare your detailed holiday quotation.
•   Or request a quote online.

Egypt Facts
For further information, inspiration and holiday ideas, see our comprehensive list.

Currency

Egyptian pound
Safety

Pickpockets operate around tourist areas, so never carry money in your back pocket and leave valuables and jewellery in the hotel safe.

Highlights

Marine life
The Red Sea is teeming with vibrant marine life – butterfly, grouper and napoleon fish, rainbow wrasse, moray eels, turtles and black-tip sharks. You can see these stunning creatures up close on a dive or at the local aquarium. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a pod of wild dolphins off the coast. And watch out for the deadly stone fish!

Bird-watching
The Red Sea coast is a migration route for many birds flocking through from Europe. From August to December, keep your eyes peeled for raptors, cranes and white storks.

Beaches

•   Few beaches are public. Most belong to the hotels, and are found on each bay with small sections available to all.
•   Beaches are sandty and gently sloping, and hotel beaches are protected by coral reefs. Entry into the sea is via a jetty.

Passports and Visas

•   You’ll need a full valid EU passport, and the expiry date should be at least 6 months after your arrival back in the UK.
•   Brits also need a visa to enter Egypt, which you can get before you leave from: The Consulate General of The Arab Republic of Egypt (2 Lowndes Street, London, SW1X 9ET; 020 7493 5285).

Events and festivals

November
SharMarathon, Sharm el Sheikh
Head to the beautiful scenery of Ras Mohammed National Park to see runners complete this half marathon of almost 21km.

Shopping

Browse bazaars, shops and shopping centres for jewellery, clothes and perfume.

Flying time to destination

5¾ hours

Activities

Beach, Eat & Drink, Shopping, Night life, History & Tradition, Sport in general, Watersports, Golf, Wellness / Spa
Sports

Watersports
In Na'ama Bay, try watersports including banana boating, glass bottom boat rides, snorkelling, diving and windsurfing.

Land sports
Many resorts offer sports such as tennis and squash, plus fitness centres.

Eating/Drinking

Food
•   Authentic Egyptian starters are called mezzeh, and are beast eaten with traditional pitta-style bread.
•   Lamb is marinated in spices and grilled for juicy kebabs and shwarma is the Egyptian equivalent of the Turkish doner kebab.
•   Popular desserts include dates soaked in milk, honey-laced pastries and baked rice.

Drink
•   Stick to bottled water, and remember that it’s easy to get dehydrated here in the summer.

Good to know

Religion
Islam

Dialling code
+20 69

Summer or Winter destination?

Summer, Winter
History

This one-time small fishing village is now Egypt's most prestigious seaside resort. The centre of Na'ama Bay is a magnet for international hotel brands, while the incredible and diverse marine life makes Sharm El Sheikh a world-renowned diver's utopia.

Clothing

•   Egypt is predominately a Muslim country, so make sure you’re properly dressed when out and about. Revealing outfits are a no-no, especially for women.
•   Pack lightweight cotton clothes in the summer and a jumper or jacket for cooler winter evenings.

Excursions

Giftun Island
This island is reachable by motorboat. Book a trip here and snorkel among stunning corals, swim and sunbathe.

Desert safari
Embark on a quad or jeep safari through the desert, home of traditional Bedouin tribes. You might even get the chance to go on a camel ride once you arrive at your camp.

Tipping

Tipping or ‘baksheesh’ is a way of life in Egypt and it’s customary to tip about LE£1 for every little service, so keep a pocketful of small change!

Climate data for this region

Best time to visit

March to April and October to November. Very hot June to August.

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  • Bedouin Nights: An evening of Bedouin hospitality

    Experience the beauty of the desert by night and dine in a traditional Bedouin camp. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh and driven to the Wadi Mandr, where camels will be waiting to transport you to the Bedouin village. Take a seat around the campfire and enjoy Bedouin tea before a simple buffet...


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  • Lazy Day Boat Trip: Swim and snorkle over the dazzling corals of the Red Sea

    Spend a day on a boat where you can sunbathe and relax along the Sinai coast. The colourful coral reefs are magnificent, with opportunities to investigate further with a snorkel and swim in the warm, crystal clear Red Sea.


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  • Ras Mohammed: Snorkel the protected waters of a Marine National Park

    View the spectacular rock formations, beaches and perhaps some of the local wildlife on a cruise around the coast off Sharm El Sheikh and Ras Mohammed - Egypt’s first Marine National Park. Visit the mangroves and Hidden Bay, sunbathe on deck and end the tour with a snorkel to discover the most stunning scenery of l...


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  • St Catherine's Monastery: Travel through the Sinai desert to the oldest diocese in the world

    The world-famous monastery at the foot of Gebel Musa is now slightly more accessible to visitors thanks to the construction of roads in the Sinai, but still proves to be quite an adventure to get there. Once there, you will visit the well preserved monastery of St Catherine and learn the mysterious story of Saint ...


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