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DESTINATION >> Sharm
Tiran Island Cruise and Snorkeling
 Crystal
clear blue water, lagoons and colorful coral reefs are waiting to be explored
around Tiran Island, located north east of Sharm El Sheikh in the Gulf of
Aqaba. Enjoy sun bathing on the sun deck, snorkeling at three different spots
on the reef and swim with a variety of different colored fishes, on a fantastic
day of fun and sun. Bring your own snorkeling equipment, or make use of the
boat's equipment which is available to hire (approximately USD 5.00). Soft
drinks and mineral waters are available throughout the day and lunch served in
the afternoon.
Ras Mohamed Cruise and Snorkeling
Ras Mohamed National Park is one of Egypt's most popular dive and snorkeling
destinations. With a large variety of fish, corals and sharks calling this part
of the Red Sea home, you can expect an exciting day of exploring the underwater
world. Bring your own snorkeling equipment, or make use of the boat's equipment
which is available to hire (approximately USD 5.00). Soft drinks and mineral
waters are available throughout the day, and lunch served in the afternoon
St Catherine's and Moses' Mountain Sunrise Tour
Climbing up Mt. Sinai early in the morning is a fascinating adventure to the
place where Moses received the table of law and the
 Ten
Commandments. On this sunrise tour you have the chance to watch the sun rise
over the Sinai Mountains. The descent is not too steep however there are about
five hundred or so steps at the very summit. Legend has it that you will be
retracing the footsteps of Moses who climbed Mt. Sinai to receive the Ten
Commandments. On your journey back down the mountain you will stop at St
Catherine's Monastery. The monastery is one of the most famous in the world and
is said to be built around Moses' Burning Bush.
Built between 527 and 565 AD, the Monastery is named after St Catherine who was
tortured and beheaded for her Christian beliefs.
Abu Galum Adventure - Jeep Safari, Snorkeling, Camel Ride and Bedouin
Lunch
 Start
your day with a 2 hour jeep safari on 240 kilometer trip from Sharm to the
amazing colored canyon. Keep your eyes open for the local wildlife including
Nubian Ibex, Red Foxes and Striped Hyenas. Snorkeling at the gardens of reef at
the Blue Hole, arguably Egypt's most famous dive spot where a shaft a meter
under the water's surface plunges to the depth of around 80 meters. You will
have around 30 minutes of snorkeling. Take a camel ride through the Egyptian
desert before enjoying a traditional Bedouin lunch. The camel ride lasts for
approximately 1.5 hours. Travel to the Bedouin village of Dahab for an
afternoon of shopping delights. Here you will find a large selection of
souvenirs such as papyrus prints, brass lamps, jewelry, perfumes, leathers and
inlaid boxes, all at prices generally cheaper than in Sharm el Sheikh. You will
have 45 minutes to 1 hour to search out a bargain. Please note that the order
of activities is subject to change as required by local conditions.
Private 4WD Jeep Safari to the Colored Canyon
 Take a
jeep safari for the 240 kilometer trip from Sharm to the amazing Colored
Canyon. Keep your eyes open for the local wildlife including Nubian Ibex, Red
Foxes and Striped Hyenas. Hike through the different formations of the
mountains with a multitude of colors reflecting in the sun. The colors are
clear evidence of the oxidization of the rocky minerals millions of years ago.
On the way back to Sharm el Sheikh, stop by the sea front restaurant at Nuweiba
to have lunch, before continuing to Dahab for some shopping. Please note that
the hike requires a reasonable level of fitness. This tour is not recommended
for large people or those suffering claustrophobia, as you will pass through
narrow passages during the hike. This tour is not recommended for the elderly,
those with heart conditions or other serious illnesses.
Mangrove Tour
Meet the majestic black mangrove tree, the Avicennia Marina. The mangrove
(originally a West Indian word for salt tolerant coastal plants) is, as under
statements go, a peculiarity in this part of the world. Mangroves are
considered to be "rain forests by the sea" and cover over 2.2 billion
acres of the earth's surface. This is however almost the most northerly place
where you will see this plant, the most northerly being in the Nabq protected
area which is just a bit further up the coast of Sinai. This is truly pushing
the edge of its range.
Coral Reef Glass Bottom Boat - Viewing Cruise
Museum stretching almost 150 feet (46 meters) in length, some of the boat's
timbers are made from whole cedars of Lebanon. The prow sweeps upward, with a
papyrus end, while the bow curves inward and is tipped with a carved papyrus
blossom. There are hand carved oars and ropes so ahead of their time that they
might have been made today. The boat's state of preservation is remarkable and
it often considered one of the most fantastic finds since Tutankhamen's tomb.
Great Pyramids of Giza The Great Pyramids of Giza, dating back to 2500 BC are
some of the most famous manmade objects in the world. While there are over 100
Pyramids in Egypt, including at least 8 more at Giza, the Great Pyramid of
Khufu (Cheops) is the only "Wonder of the Ancient World" that still
survives.
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