AdventureFull day
Ras Mohammed Diving
Egypt's first marine national park drop-offs, coral walls and big-fish action.
Destination · South Sinai, Red Sea
Discover Sharm El Sheikh
The jewel of the Red Sea where turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs and golden Sinai desert meet a vibrant year-round resort scene.
Experience
Things to Do
Discover the best experiences and activities in your destination.
BeachFull day
Tiran Island Boat Trip
Four legendary reefs in turquoise water perfect for divers and snorkellers.
AdventureHalf day
Desert Safari & Bedouin Dinner
Quad bikes across the Sinai dunes, camel rides and a Bedouin barbecue under the stars.
AdventureFull day
Coloured Canyon Trek
A surreal walk through narrow sandstone canyons painted red, gold and violet.
CultureOvernight
Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike
A pre-dawn climb to the summit followed by St. Catherine's 6th-century monastery.
CultureEvening
Old Market & Soho Square Evening
From traditional bazaars to a modern entertainment plaza with fountains and live shows.
FamilyHalf day
Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise
See the reef without getting wet perfect for families and non-swimmers.
NightlifeEvening
Naama Bay Nightlife
The neon-lit promenade of Sharm bars, lounges, live music and clubs.
Highlights
Sights
Iconic places not to miss.
Culture
Sharm El Sheikh Museum
A modern archaeological museum tracing 5,000 years of Egyptian and Sinai heritage.
Leisure
Naama Bay Promenade
Sharm's original tourist heart palm-lined promenade with shops, cafés and beaches.
Entertainment
Soho Square
Sharm's modern entertainment plaza with fountains, dining and nightly shows.
Heritage
Al Mustafa Mosque
Sharm's most beautiful mosque a blend of Ottoman, Mamluk and Fatimid architecture.
Nature
Nabq Protected Area
A protected reserve of mangroves, dunes and untouched coral reefs north of Sharm.
Viewpoint
Ras Um Sid Lighthouse
Iconic lighthouse headland with one of the best house-reef snorkelling spots in Sharm.
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Weather & Climate
Year-round sunshine on the Red Sea
Best time to visitHot desert summer
Jan
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22°
High
14°
Low
🌊 23°
Best
Feb
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23°
High
14°
Low
🌊 22°
Best
Mar
⛅
26°
High
16°
Low
🌊 22°
Best
Apr
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30°
High
19°
Low
🌊 23°
Best
May
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34°
High
23°
Low
🌊 25°
Now
Jun
☀️
37°
High
26°
Low
🌊 27°
Jul
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38°
High
27°
Low
🌊 28°
Aug
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38°
High
28°
Low
🌊 29°
Sep
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36°
High
26°
Low
🌊 28°
Oct
☀️
32°
High
23°
Low
🌊 27°
Best
Nov
🌤️
27°
High
19°
Low
🌊 26°
Best
Dec
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23°
High
15°
Low
🌊 24°
Best
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Winter (Nov–Mar)
22–27°C
Mild — ideal escape
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Summer (Jun–Aug)
36–37°C
Dry desert heat
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Sea temperature
21–29°C
Swimmable year-round
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Local Events & Festivals
Seasonal celebrations and cultural highlights in Sharm El Sheikh and the Red Sea.
7 JanuaryReligious
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Coptic Christmas
Egypt's Coptic community celebrates Christmas with midnight masses and festive family gatherings a glimpse of the country's ancient Christian heritage.
March – AprilCultural
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Sham El-Nessim
A 4,500-year-old spring festival celebrated by all Egyptians with beachside picnics, salted fish and colourful eggs one of the world's oldest holidays.
February – MarchReligious
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Ramadan Nights
Sharm glows after sunset during the holy month lantern-lit streets, lavish iftar buffets at the resorts and suhoor gatherings until dawn.
AprilSport
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Sharm Underwater Festival
Underwater photographers and freedivers gather in Sharm for competitions, photo contests and reef-conservation events at the city's most famous dive sites.
June – AugustSeasonal
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Red Sea Beach Season
Peak summer brings warm 28°C water, perfect snorkelling visibility and a packed calendar of beach parties along Naama Bay and Nabq.
SeptemberCultural
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Sharm El Sheikh Asian Film Festival
An annual showcase of Asian and Middle Eastern cinema with screenings, masterclasses and red-carpet events at the city's convention centre.
OctoberSport
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Sharm El Sheikh Triathlon
Swim in the Red Sea, cycle along the corniche and run through the desert an international triathlon weekend hosted on Sharm's spectacular coastline.
NovemberConference
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World Youth Forum
Sharm hosts global youth leaders, ministers and entrepreneurs for a week of dialogue, panels and cultural performances at the international congress centre.
December – JanuaryFestive
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Red Sea New Year
Sharm's resorts and Soho Square shine during the holiday season with gala dinners, beach fireworks and DJ parties stretching into the first sunrise of the year.
Useful Info
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you travel.
Essentials
- Currency
- Egyptian Pound (EGP)
- Language
- Arabic (English widely spoken in resorts)
- Time Zone
- GMT+2 (Eastern European Time)
- Best Time
- October–April for pleasant weather. May–September is hot but great for diving.
Transport & Entry
- Airport
- Sharm El Sheikh International (SSH) 15–20 min from the resort, with private transfers on request.
- Visa Requirements
- Visa on arrival or Sinai-only free entry stamp for most nationalities (~USD 25).
- Location
- South Sinai Governorate, on the Red Sea coast minutes from Naama Bay, Old Market and Soho Square.
Traveller Tips
- Book popular dive and Ras Mohammed trips in advance.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect the coral.
- Carry small EGP notes for taxis and the bazaar.
- Modest dress is appreciated outside resort areas.
- Drink bottled or filtered water only.
- Tipping (5–10%) is customary for good service.