Holiday in Sharm el-Sheikh
City in Egypt — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇪🇬
Country
Egypt
Type
City
Best time to travel
October to May — ideal for diving and swimming. March/April particularly beautiful for desert excursions. Summer extremely hot.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Direct flights from about 4.5 hours from Frankfurt, Munich, and Düsseldorf. Many charter flights in winter.
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What makes Sharm el-Sheikh special as a destination?
Sharm el-Sheikh is located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula and is considered one of the best diving spots in the world. Where the desert meets the sea, a surreal landscape unfolds with barren mountains, golden sandy areas, and a sea of incredible color intensity. The Red Sea here reaches visibility of over 30 meters — a dream for every diver and snorkeler. The Ras Mohammed National Park at the very tip of the peninsula is a natural jewel. Here, the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba meet, creating nutrient-rich currents that produce an unparalleled biodiversity. Turtles, manta rays, schools of barracuda, and with a bit of luck, even whale sharks inhabit these waters. The Shark and Yolanda Reefs regularly rank among the top 10 dive sites in the world. Away from the water, Sharm el-Sheikh offers the fascinating desert landscape of Sinai. The St. Catherine's Monastery at the foot of Mount Sinai is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. Climbing the mountain at night to experience the sunrise over the desert is a spiritual experience that remains memorable. Naama Bay is the vibrant center of the city with a long promenade filled with restaurants, shisha bars, and shops. The atmosphere is both international and relaxed. For those seeking tranquility, the bays of Sharks Bay and Nabq Bay offer luxurious resorts with private beach sections and house reefs right at the doorstep. The Colored Canyon in the hinterland is a geological wonder — narrow gorges with rock walls in red, gold, and violet, shaped over millions of years. Quad tours through the lunar landscape of Sinai, camel rides at sunset, and stargazing in the desert complete the program.
What are the top highlights in Sharm el-Sheikh?
The top highlights in Sharm el-Sheikh include Ras Mohammed National Park, Mount Sinai & St. Catherine's Monastery, Colored Canyon, Naama Bay Promenade, Blue Hole Dahab.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Ras Mohammed National Park
One of the best dive areas in the world with turtles, manta rays, and spectacular corals
Mount Sinai & St. Catherine's Monastery
UNESCO World Heritage site in Sinai — sunrise hike on the holy mountain
Colored Canyon
Narrow gorge with psychedelic rock formations in red, gold, and violet
Naama Bay Promenade
Lively promenade with restaurants, shisha bars, and nightlife
Blue Hole Dahab
Legendary dive spot just 1 hour away — a 130-meter deep blue abyss in the reef
Hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh
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When is the best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh?
The best time to visit Sharm el-Sheikh is October to May — ideal for diving and swimming. March/April particularly beautiful for desert excursions. Summer extremely hot.. 36-42°C, sunny, water temperature 27-29°C In winter: 20-25°C, sunny and mild, water temperature 21-23°C
Recommended travel time
October to May — ideal for diving and swimming. March/April particularly beautiful for desert excursions. Summer extremely hot.
Summer
36-42°C, sunny, water temperature 27-29°C
Winter
20-25°C, sunny and mild, water temperature 21-23°C
How much does a holiday in Sharm el-Sheikh cost?
Budget travellers: 35-55€ (all-inclusive, local dive schools)/day, mid-range: /day, luxury: 180-400€ (5-star luxury, private dive safaris)/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
35-55€ (all-inclusive, local dive schools)
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
180-400€ (5-star luxury, private dive safaris)
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Sharm el-Sheikh?
Direct flights from about 4.5 hours from Frankfurt, Munich, and Düsseldorf. Many charter flights in winter.
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Compare package holidays nowWhat travel tips are there for Sharm el-Sheikh?
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Diving for beginners: Sharm is perfect for obtaining a diving certificate — PADI Open Water courses start from €250 in German-speaking dive schools.
Mount Sinai at night: Start the hike at 2 AM for the sunrise. Bring warm clothing — it gets very cold at the summit!
Dahab as a day trip: The backpacker paradise Dahab is just 1 hour away — much more authentic and cheaper than Sharm.
Watch the wind: In winter, strong winds can blow. Sharks Bay is more sheltered than Naama Bay.
What should you eat in Sharm el-Sheikh?
Typical specialities in Sharm el-Sheikh: Fish Tagine — Fish braised in a clay pot with tomatoes, peppers, and Egyptian spices, Feteer Meshaltet — Crispy puff pastry — sweet with honey or savory filled with cheese, Sayadeya — Rice with fish in a spicy onion-cumin sauce — typical for the coastal region, Basbousa — Moist semolina cake with rosewater syrup and almonds, Bedouin Tea — Strong tea with fresh mint and Habak herbs — the drink of the Sinai Bedouins.
These specialties you must try!
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