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Sharm El Sheikh: Colored Canyon, Blue Hole, & Dahab Day Trip

1. Sharm El Sheikh: Colored Canyon, Blue Hole, & Dahab Day Trip

Visit two wonders of the Sinai Peninsula in one day on a jeep tour to the Colored Canyon and the Blue Hole dive site. Encounter astounding rock formations and coral reefs, ride a camel and enjoy a barbeque lunch in the tent in a Bedouin style, and explore the coastal town of Dahab. After pickup, travel by jeep to the famous Colored Canyon. Explore a vibrant labyrinth of sandstone cliffs in shades of yellow, purple, red, and gold as you walk through the 800-meter gorge. Continue to the Abu Galum Reserve. Here you’ll have time to snorkel at the coral reefs garden and see the Blue Hole, a world-famous dive site with Red Sea’s rich underwater ecosystem. Later, sit down for a buffet lunch on the shore of the Gulf of Aqaba and ride a camel along the waterfront. Before drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh, visit the coastal town of Dahab, where you can explore the lively bazaar and shop for silverware, perfumes, and clothes.

From Sharm: Mount Moses Trekking, Sunrise & Monastery Visit

2. From Sharm: Mount Moses Trekking, Sunrise & Monastery Visit

You will be picked up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh city between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Then you will travel in an air-conditioned vehicle for around 4 hours to reach the Moses Mountain.  When you arrive at Mount Sinai you will start your trekking tour to the sacred place where the Prophet Moses received the 10 commandments. Reach 2,285 meters by climbing up 750 steps, strolling through the night (approx 2-3 hours depending on the customers). Depending on the performance of the group, you may arrive at the summit earlier than expected. This will give you a chance to really relax and marvel at the rising sun slowly scattering across the mountains in all its splendor.  While gazing at the sunrise, snap awesome photos or pray if you wish to, then begin the descent back down. Remember, it will take around 2 hours to reach the bottom. Enjoy some time to rest after the long trail and then have breakfast.  Next, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherine's Monastery. Browse through the old manuscripts displayed in the library and icons excavated from the Vatican.  It is the oldest functioning Christian monastery in the world situated on the Sinai Peninsula along with the Monastery of Saint Anthony which is located across the Red Sea in the desert of South Cairo. After you've finished touring the monastery, you can relax on the drive back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.

Sharm El Sheikh: Blue Hole Day Trip w/Shopping Trip & Lunch

3. Sharm El Sheikh: Blue Hole Day Trip w/Shopping Trip & Lunch

Blue Hole is a must-visit destination for anyone who loves snorkeling or scuba diving. It's a natural underwater sinkhole located near Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt, and is known for its breathtakingly beautiful coral reefs and abundant marine life. It's surrounded by a fringing reef, which is teeming with a diverse array of marine life. The reef is home to colorful fish, sea turtles, octopuses, and even some sharks. The Blue Hole is also known for its crystal-clear waters, which offer excellent visibility for diving and snorkeling. The water temperature is warm year-round, making it an ideal destination for water activities. One of the main attractions of the Blue Hole is the opportunity to scuba dive. Diving in the Blue Hole is suitable for experienced divers, as the depth can be quite challenging for beginners. However, there are plenty of other dive sites in the area that are more suitable for beginners. Another popular activity at the Blue Hole is snorkeling. Snorkelers can explore the reef close to the surface, and still see an incredible amount of marine life. The Blue Hole is one of the most popular snorkeling spots in the Red Sea due to its abundance of marine life and crystal-clear waters. For those who prefer to stay on dry land, the Blue Hole also offers stunning views from the beach. Visitors can relax on the beach, take in the beautiful scenery, and watch the divers and snorkelers exploring the underwater world.

From Dahab: Three Pools Guided Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

4. From Dahab: Three Pools Guided Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

Journey to one of the best snorkeling spots off the southeastern coast of Egypt on a snorkeling trip from Dahab. Explore the waters of Three Pools and marvel at the diversity of reef fish and invertebrates. Take a break for lunch on the beach, then hop back into the water for more snorkeling. Start your snorkeling tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Dahab and travel towards your location for the day, Three Pools, one of the most popular diving and snorkeling spots in the area. Spend the day admiring the underwater world of these 3 sandy lagoons, watching colorful fish swim among interesting coral structures. Explore all 3 pools before moving on to the coral lagoon, a great spot for underwater photography. Take a break, visiting the nearby restaurant for lunch and drinks. Then, hop back into the water for another snorkeling session with your guide. Snorkel for another hour, exploring the area just outside of the Three Pools. After your snorkeling adventure, head back to the restaurant where you can spend some time relaxing in the sun before heading back to your accommodation in Dahab.

Sharm el-Sheik: Dahab, Red Canyon, and Abu Galum Day Tour

5. Sharm el-Sheik: Dahab, Red Canyon, and Abu Galum Day Tour

Leave Sharm el-Sheikh on this Jeep safari to Abu Galum National Park. Go on a day trip to Dahab, enjoy a delicious lunch next to the famous Blue Hole, and browse the local shops for the perfect souvenir. Meet your driver at your Sharm el-Sheikh hotel and begin your Jeep safari to the national park of Abu Galum. See the national park's wide range of marine life and head into the Red Canyon, a mass of colorful natural rock formations and crevices. Next, go on a leisurely walk through the Colored Canyon, marveling at the desert plains, barren mountains, rocks of sandstone, and a refreshing oasis. Hop back in your Jeep to reach the famous dive site, the Blue Hole. Enjoy lunch next to the beautiful Blue Hole before taking a dip in the clear water. Snorkel among coral reefs and thousands of colorful fish. If you wish, hop on a camel to trot along the sea. Finish your day tour with a visit to the small fishing town of Dahab, also known as the Golden City. Enjoy some free time to go shopping and browse the local shops before returning to Sharm el-Sheikh by Jeep.

Sharm El-Sheikh: Colored Canyon and Blue Hole Day Trip

6. Sharm El-Sheikh: Colored Canyon and Blue Hole Day Trip

Have a truly spectacular experience with a day trip to the Colored Canyon near Dahab and to the world-famous Blue Hole in the Abu Galum protectorate area. On this day trip wander through a labyrinth of sandstone rocks, take a camel ride along the sea, and snorkel amongst colorful marine life. Your day trip begins with a pickup from your hotel. Head to your first stop, the Colored Canyon. Be amazed by sandstone rocks and their shades of yellow, purple, red, magenta, and gold. The impressive rocky canyon reaches up to 40 meters and is a result of receding tides from the Red Sea. See how the rocks of the area were formed millions of years ago as a result of water eroding sandstone and limestone. Enjoy a camel ride by the long shores of the Red Sea and break for lunch with a unique view of the sea. After lunch, head to the Blue Hole. There, you will get the chance to snorkel and see the mesmerizing colourful marine life of the Red Sea. Next, you will be taken to the biggest shopping area in South Sinai. Take the opportunity to purchase some local Egyptian handicrafts, perfumes, papyrus, and souvenirs. After your adventurous day, get dropped off back at your hotel.

From Dahab: St. Catherine's Monastery and Mt. Sinai Tour

7. From Dahab: St. Catherine's Monastery and Mt. Sinai Tour

Visit Mt. Sinai and St. Catherine's Monastery, the oldest Christian monastery in the world, on a tour with roundtrip transportation from Dahab. Watch the sunrise from the summit after an early-morning hike and then uncover the ancient history of St. Catherine's monastery. Start your trip from your hotel in Dahab and begin your journey to St. Catherine's National Park. Climb to the top of Mt. Sinai with a Bedouin guide to watch the sunrise. Explore St. Catherine's Monastery at your own pace and discover its ancient architecture. Relax on the way back to your hotel in Dahab at the end of your tour.

Dahab: Blue Hole Ras Abu Galum-Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Trip

8. Dahab: Blue Hole Ras Abu Galum-Blue Lagoon Snorkeling Trip

Relax and take in the beautiful nature that surrounds you as you are driven by Jeep to the Blue Hole in the morning. Embark on an exciting snorkelling adventure once you have arrived at the stunning lagoon. Next, head to Ras Abu Galum for even more scenic snorkelling and a delicious lunch. Relax and take in the beauty and tranquillity of this serene spot. After a full day surrounded by natural tranquillity, be driven back to Abu Galum and the Blue Hole by Jeep before returning to your hotel in Dahab in a comfortable air-conditioned transfer.

From Dahab: Diving Day Trip at The Canyon and Blue Hole

9. From Dahab: Diving Day Trip at The Canyon and Blue Hole

Discover the Blue Hole, one of only 3 'blue holes in the world, and Dahab's most famous dive site. Marvel as Blue Hole opens to the Red Sea through a 26-meter-long tunnel known as the Arch. Take in the majestic arch, the roof of which lies at a depth of 52 meters, where the base of the Arch rests at 120 meters after which it plunges to 1000 meters. Enjoy the first dive in the blue hole for 7 meters and each dive will be around 20 minutes. After that embark on the second dive in the Canyon, a natural crack in the reef plateau for 7 meters, which descends to 54 meters, and walls that are 15-20 meters high. Have the opportunity to see the rare Red Sea walkman, sea moths, and garden eels in shallower areas along the reef. After the stunning second dive, you will enjoy a comfortable transfer back to the hotel in Dahab.

From Dahab: Day Trip to Petra by Ferry with Hotel Transfers

10. From Dahab: Day Trip to Petra by Ferry with Hotel Transfers

Explore Petra on a guided tour of the archaeological city, take in the views from the hill of Al-Habis in Wadi Musa, and have free time to shop and explore in seaside town of Aqaba. Savor a local lunch at a restaurant which includes a soft drink.  Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation in Dahab. Relax on the air-conditioned drive in a spacious bus on the 1.5-hour drive to the port in Taba. Hop aboard a ferry and relax on the cruise to Aqaba. Travel by bus for about 2-hours to Petra.  Follow your guide on a 2-3-hour walking tour of the archeological site. Enter Petra on foot, though the Siq, a narrow, winding gorge that is over 1 kilometer in length. Visit the Great Treasury (Al-Khazneh Farun), the Roman Theatre, the Royal Tombs (the Rainbow Tomb is a must for photographers). Admire hundreds of monuments, tricliniums (formal Roman dining room), and obelisks, which are all carved from the multi-shaded, rose-red sandstone. A walk through the colonnade of Roman Byzantine Petra brings you to the city center.  Continue to the hill of Al-Habis in Wadi Musa which is crowned with a crusader-era fort). Take in breathtaking panoramic views of deep gullies and uniquely colored rock formations. Rest with a buffet lunch where you can try local specialties paired with a soft drink.  Drive back to Aqaba where you will have an hour of free time for shopping before boarding the ferry back to Taba and transferring back to your hotel in Dahab late at night. 

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Amazing day. Got picked up at 8:30, and set off straight for the blue hole. We were in the sea for a perfect amount of time and even novice swimmers were catered for and looked after. (You have to buy snorkeling gear for £15 / $15) so take money with you! We did not know this. Water was provided at the snorkel fitting site. Lunch was meat rice and potatoes with options to buy a fresh smoothie/coffee etc. You must pay to use the toilet (not a nice experience, take your own paper). We then Rode a camel and set off for Dahab and the Canyon (the canyon was very windy and cold I'd recommend a jacket) however was beautiful. 10/10 day and Muhammed was THE BEST tour guide you could have asked for.

I booked on the app. They have created a WhatsApp group to follow up for my trip. It was a great idea, I felt safe and everything was smooth. Pick up was in time and we have been transferred to the beautiful sea port. After that, we have been sailing to the beautiful Ras Mohamed. We made a snorkeling in the Red Sea and it's AMAZING . We had a good lunch, freshly prepared on the ship and the staff were friendly to us. I highly recommend you to book with this provider and from the reviews you can see real rating to the service. I have tried with them different activities. Finally I want to thank everyone for a great time and hospitality.

It was a great trip. Ahmed our guide made sure that we were well taken care off. He made few great photos and videos so absolutely fantastic. The only suggestion would be to have maybe 2 stops just to take few pictures of spectacular mountains views. If you have your own snorkelling gear (wetsuit, mask, fins) take it as there is additional charge of 15$ to rent.

Everything was well organized. It was an amazing experience. The colorful canyon is a natural beauty, which is definitely must see. Camel riding and coral reef swimming are definitely not to miss.

Brilliant day out highly recommended fantastic day either with a partner or family worth the money all day