Tourism in South Sinai Governorate

Sharm El Sheikh is one of the top tourism destinations in the Arabian world. But if you aren’t a common tourist, there are some very good reasons to visit, especially if you are one of those who loves to lie on the beach all day. It is one of the finest diving spots in the world, and also can offer an unforgettable adventure through the gold desert. Sharm el-sheik has grown into three distinct areas now, Nabq which is a new area to the North of Na'ama, Old Market and Hadaba to the South of Na'amaa Bay. Na'ama Bay is an important part of the city, also it is the center of nightlife and dining as it hosts most of Sharm's clubs, cafes, restaurants, and shops. We highly recommend a visit to the desert, where you can choose between various trips to the Bedouins, the beautiful Coloured Canyon, and beyond to Mount Sinai. You also should find a private guide, who will take you for a few days into the mountain desert with a camel. You will walk through hidden valleys, rest at a secret oasis and during the night you will sleep under a breathtaking firmament. Sharm El Sheikh also hosts the stunning Nabq National Park, which is a great experience with completely deserted beaches and beautiful mangroves. It is full of contrast with the resort. From many things to do in Sharm El Sheik, you can enjoy the visual, audio, and live viewing experience at Alf Lela w Lela (A thousand and one Nights) every day. The live show is stunning, with various shows featuring a great male dancer known as Mero, and other dancers. Also, you can enjoy some Egyptian weddings and tanourra dance.

Apart from lounging on the beach, Nuweiba offers diving and snorkeling from camps and hotels. Small coral reefs are located to the south of Tarabin, otherwise, diving and snorkeling can be found in Ras Shaitan (Devils Head), a short drive north of Tarabin. Other great diving sites include a short drive from Nuweiba, south of Cove, a few kilometers to the north. Travelers can choose from high-end resorts and camps in Nuweiba Port and Tarabin, or the main camps in the "beaches of the hippy" north of Nuweiba.

The most traditional thing in Dahab is doing nothing. It is one of the best places in the world to indulge in this most wonderful passion. Much of Dahab's reputation among travelers is based on that. However, if "doing" something means "activity" or "sites", there is also a large variety of options. Scuba diving and free diving are very popular in Dahab and need further clarification. Coral reefs here are still in relatively good condition in the city and excellent shape in protected areas like Ras Abu Gallum. Popular diving sites include Abu Hilal, Blue Hall, The Bells, Canyon, Lighthouse, Moray Garden, Coral Garden, Eel Garden, Islands, Three Pools, Jabr Bint.

Saint Catherine Monastery, the convent of the Eastern Orthodox Church and the world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in the central part of the governorate, at the mouth of the strait at the foot of Mount Sinai, in Saint Catherine, Egypt. Built between 548 and 565, the monastery is one of the oldest Christian monasteries operating in the world. The site contains the oldest library that is constantly operating in the world, and possesses many unique books including Syriac Sinaiticus, and until 1859, Codex Sinaiticus. You can enjoy climbing Mount Moses, the place where Moses received ten commandments from his Lord. Includes ascent to Holy Peak 3750 degrees of repentance, the door to confession to absence, and the gate to the law where climbers remove their shoes.