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A little About Sharm-El-Sheikh

Snorkel Ras Mohammed's technicolor reefs, climb Mount Sinai at dawn, then unwind in world-class resorts. Sharm blends adventure with indulgence. #SharmLife #ReefWonderland #SinaiSunrise #LuxuryEscape

Best Time to Visit Sharm-El-Sheikh - A Seasonal Guide

• March–May & September–November (25–32°C, ideal for diving & desert trips)
• December–February (cooler, fewer crowds)
• AVOID: July–August (extreme heat, overcrowded)

How Many Days Do You Need in Sharm-El-Sheikh?

• 5–7 days (for diving, excursions, and relaxation).
• You might need to stay a bit longer to visit St. Catherine or Nuwiba Colored Canyons.

How to Get to Sharm-El-Sheikh ?

• By Air: Direct flights to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
• By Land: 6-hour drive from Cairo via secured highways
• Nearest Airport: Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH)

Sharm-El-Sheikh Safety Tips: A Traveler’s Checklist

• Only use PADI-certified operators for Ras Mohammed or the Straits of Tiran.
• Book through reputable agencies – avoid unlicensed quad-bike vendors.
• Dress modestly outside resort areas; public drunkenness is frowned upon.
• Resorts, restaurants and supermarkets typically accept cards but carry Egyptian pounds for local markets and taxis.

Sharm-El-Sheikh’s Calendar of Must-See Celebrations

• Sharm El Sheikh International Theater Festival (January) – Open-air performances under starry skies.
• Red Sea Jazz Festival (April) – World-class musicians by the beach.
• Underwater Photography Competition (October) – Showcasing Red Sea marine life.