Dahab is one of the most exciting places in the world, located in the south of Sinai around 90 km to the north from Sharm-el-Sheikh on the Red Sea. Dahab offers perfect all year weather conditions for divers and windsurfers.
Dahab is still considered to be one of the Sinai's most treasured diving destinations, 'Dahab' meaning 'Gold' in Arabic, comes from the fine yellow sand found on the beaches.
Following the Six Day War, the town was occupied by Israel. Dahab known in Hebrew as Di-Zahav, a place mentioned in the Exodus from Egypt. The Sinai Peninsula was restored to Egyptian rule in 1982. The arrival of international hotel chains and the establishment of other ancillary facilities have now made this a popular destination point for tourists. The nearest international airport is located at Sharm-el-Sheikh.
Formerly a Bedouin fishing village. Bedouin are still living in Dahab maintaining their original traditions and way of life, wearing their traditional dress the ‘galabeya’. During the 1990's the town became an "alternative resort", mixing cheap accommodation, laid back lifestyle and "informal" tourism.
With cheap accommodation positioned right by the beach, inexpensive food, drink and a relaxed atmosphere, combined with the natural wonders of the Red Sea (swimming, snorkeling, scuba and free diving) make it a heady enticement for the young by age and young at heart.
Accommodation can be found to suit every budget from five star hotels to more basic backpacker camps.
There is so much to see and do in and around Dahab. Listed below are just some of the attractions Dahab has to offer :
The team at Dahab Plaza are happy to arrange any tours/activities you may wish to take part in during your holiday.
Dahab is still considered to be one of the Sinai's most treasured diving destinations, 'Dahab' meaning 'Gold' in Arabic, comes from the fine yellow sand found on the beaches.
Following the Six Day War, the town was occupied by Israel. Dahab known in Hebrew as Di-Zahav, a place mentioned in the Exodus from Egypt. The Sinai Peninsula was restored to Egyptian rule in 1982. The arrival of international hotel chains and the establishment of other ancillary facilities have now made this a popular destination point for tourists. The nearest international airport is located at Sharm-el-Sheikh.
Formerly a Bedouin fishing village. Bedouin are still living in Dahab maintaining their original traditions and way of life, wearing their traditional dress the ‘galabeya’. During the 1990's the town became an "alternative resort", mixing cheap accommodation, laid back lifestyle and "informal" tourism.
With cheap accommodation positioned right by the beach, inexpensive food, drink and a relaxed atmosphere, combined with the natural wonders of the Red Sea (swimming, snorkeling, scuba and free diving) make it a heady enticement for the young by age and young at heart.
Accommodation can be found to suit every budget from five star hotels to more basic backpacker camps.
There is so much to see and do in and around Dahab. Listed below are just some of the attractions Dahab has to offer :
The team at Dahab Plaza are happy to arrange any tours/activities you may wish to take part in during your holiday.
Adventurous
Snorkeling Scuba Diving Freediving Windsurfing Kitesurfing Horse-Riding Camel-Riding Quad Biking |
Sightseeing/Culture
St. Catherine's Monastery & Mt. Moses Bedouin Dinner in the Mountains Coloured Canyon/White Canyon Oasis Desert |
Desert Safaris by Camel, Jeep and Foot
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