Most Popular Places and Activities to Explore in Sharm El - Sheikh

Swim and snorkel in Shark’s Bay

At a 20-minute drive north of Naama Bay, you can walk right into the shallow sea and spot fish close to the shore of Shark’s Bay. Many of the hotels perched along its sandy strip also feature floating jetties, giving you an excellent view and making it even easier for you to get into the water, up close to Nemo and his mates. Don’t let the name scare you away, though! The bay isn’t a hub for sharks, making it unlikely you come face to face with one. However, you will get to see a number of beautiful fish, including stingrays, parrotfish, and pufferfish.

Haggle your way through Bedouin Bazaars

Discover Egyptian tradition by visiting the Old Market.  It’s a great place to spend the evening, roaming the alleys full of stalls and shops selling jewellery, leather goods, pottery slippers, and glass perfume bottles. This market is more traditional and much cheaper than the shopping scene at Naama Bay. However, do not forget to haggle with the shopkeepers here to get the best deals! Fuel yourself during your visit by enjoying some of the delicious local cuisines. You will also find a number of local coffee shops where you can enjoy shisha with friends and savour some top-notch Egyptian coffee.

Cruise around the Sinai Desert

The dunes and crags of the Sinai desert are so close to you in Sharm El Sheikh Adventure into the desert of Egypt, driving a quad bike and making your way through the sand dunes. Or you can book yourself a guided 4x4 outing. Either way, you'll definitely have plenty of opportunities to take in the dramatic natural landscapes while you zoom across the desert. Take care of your timing and you might even get the chance to experience the sunrise and sunset in the desert.

Get into the Groove at Soho Square

This area is the hub of the high life of the city. Packed with excellent bars, restaurants night clubs, and a dancing fountain. The square glows with different colours and the sound of music blasting from the clubs, all the while the barmen juggle bottles of spirits. If you’re fancying some evening drinks with a Blighty twist, visit the Queen Vic pub – an excellent doppelganger for the EastEnders version. 

Scuba dive in Ras Mohammed National Park

The Ras Mohammaed National Park is a sprawling nature reserve that has an amazing view of the Gulf of Suez. It’s located at a 40-minute drive from Sharm and has almost three-quarters of its area submerged in water. With no fishing allowed here, the water is full of beautiful sea life. Book yourself a scuba diving tour, and enjoy the sight of some of this marine life yourself. You can also explore some well-known shipwrecks, such as the SS Thistlegorm, a British warship sunk by the Germans during WWII.

For an unforgettable snorkelling experience, take a boat trip out into the ocean or stay back at the shorelines and take in the serene paradise views. With so much to offer, this beautiful spot is not to be skipped during your stop in Sharm El Sheikh.

Sunshine is almost guaranteed around the year in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. During the summer, the temperature can reach up to 40°C in the Red Sea. In the spring and autumn, temperatures hover in the high 20s. Rain is sparse, with just a few showers in the winter months, during which the temperature is a 

pleasant 21°C