Sharm El Sheikh is the administrative hub of Egypt’s South Sinai Governorate, situated on a promontory overlooking the Straits of Tiran at the mouth of the Gulf of Aqaba.

It was historically a fishing town and military base, and developed into a commercial and tourist-centric city by Israel, which occupied the area from 1967 to 1982. Its development continued as such after being returned to Egypt.

World-renowned for the picturesque marine life that thrives under its turquoise blue waters, Sharm al-Sheikh today is a captivating Egyptian Red Sea resort city nestled between Ras Muhammad National Park and the Nabq Protectorate.

Sharm el Sheikh’s location on the southern tip of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula means it is a prime destination for water activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and yachting. It is mostly visited by dive enthusiasts who are captivated by its magnificent coral reefs and virgin beaches.

The best way to experience the biodiversity of the Red Sea Reef is on a Sharm el Sheikh tour that includes a visit to the Ras Mohammed National Park. Visitors flock to this national park to experience its stunning underwater landscape and the many species of coral and sea life that make their homes here.