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Situated between Dahab and Taba, Nuweiba is known for its spectacular beaches and multi-colored mountains. Hence, the "pearl of the gulf of Aqaba" is a beloved destination for many travelers.
Famous for stunning sunrises and sunsets, Nuweiba is also the point of embarkation for ships traveling to Jordan. The travel time to Jordan from
Nuweiba is approximately 90 minutes by ferry and makes for an exciting and easy day trip from the Nuweiba port.
Diving holidays in Nuweiba
As a beautiful and relaxed diving holiday destination, Nuweiba will appeal to those looking for calm away from the crowds and a return to the virgin face of the Red Sea.
Diving centers in Nuweiba, Egypt, will take you to the best dive spots in the area. From our dive sites map you will see that Devil's Head and Ma'agana are just a short drive north of Nuweiba. Ras Mamlah and Ras Abu Galum to the south are one and a half to two hours away by off-road jeep. Their remote location has ensured that the reefs are healthy and vibrant.
Selecting Nuweiba as the place to get your scuba diving certification is an excellent choice. Conditions are ideal and there is plenty to see: gardens of hard and soft coral and interesting fish species like razor fish, shrimpfish, stonefish and Pegasus fish. Those with a keen eye for detail will find the elusive frogfish, the delicate seahorse and the multihued nudibranch fascinating.
Nuweiba Hotels
In Nuweiba, hotels and Bedouin camps dot the coastline hugging the spectacular Sinai Peninsula, offering visitors an assortment of accommodation types. Hotels in Nuweiba are fairly limited, but major hotel chains offer first class service.
Bedouin camps are popular for the more down-to-earth types and who desire a taste of real Bedouin hospitality. No matter what your price range, you should have no trouble finding a hotel in Nuweiba to suit your needs.
Excursion desks are available in most hotels in Nuweiba and offer a variety of desert trips to some of the most beautiful desert landscapes found in Egypt. Hotels are usually outfitted with diving centers designed for teaching and guiding. The dive guides are enthusiastic about Nuweiba is always apparent as they share their most beloved dive sites.
Bedouin camps also organize desert excursions, and are well known for unforgettable desert trips to some of the less traveled spots.
Although known for its colorful sunrises and sunsets, Nuweiba is also an ideal location as the departure point for many of the Sinai's most popular locales: Color Canyon, Ein Umm Ahmed, Feiran Oases and Ein Khudra.
Activities in Nuweiba
There are numerous activities in and around the Red Sea that cater to almost every taste and skill level. Water and land sports are abundant and the possibilities are almost endless. The Red Sea coastline is filled with operators that offer a wide range of water sports that are suitable for any age.
If you are a novice, many Red Sea resorts offer beginners classes in most water activities. You can learn how to dive, water-ski and windsurf or sail- to name a few.
If you are an experienced sportsperson, you will find all the tools you need to enjoy the sport of your choice. Many of the Red Sea operators offer families the unique opportunity to enjoy banana boat, kayaking, inter-tube riding or glass bottom boat together.
In addition, many resorts offer land sports such as: volleyball, tennis, squash or golf. If you are more inclined towards activities revolving around the land, there are many ways for you to explore the areas around the Red Sea. If you are interested in seeing the desert you can choose your mode of transportation: foot, camel, jeep, quad runner or with a Bedouin guide.
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