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Dahab
Dahab is a laid back Red Sea town on the Gulf of Aqaba, known for its lagoon windsurfing, the Blue Hole dive site and a Bedouin influenced, backpacker friendly pace that feels far removed from Egypt's bigger resort hubs. Low rise guesthouses, beachfront cafes and a slower rhythm have made it a long time favourite for divers, climbers and travellers staying longer than planned.
Top attractions
attraction Islands dive site: Dahab Travel Guide (4.9★)
Islands dive site in Dahab is a shallow coral maze on the town's southern shoreline, where you swim through sand channels between big blocks of hard coral. 4.9★ (125 reviews) — what visitors say, hours, and tips.
attraction Wadi Gnai: Dahab Travel Guide
Wadi Gnai is a quiet desert valley just outside Dahab in South Sinai, best walked between October and April and started early in the day.
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Frequently asked questions about Dahab
How do I get to Dahab?
Dahab has no airport of its own: the nearest is Sharm El Sheikh International (SSH), about 90 km south, roughly ~1.5 hours away by road. Most travellers fly into Sharm El Sheikh and continue by private transfer, taxi or long distance bus from the regional hub there.
How many days should I spend in Dahab?
Plan on ~3 to 5 days to settle into the town's rhythm, dive a few sites and take a day trip inland to the Coloured Canyon or St Catherine.
What is Dahab known for?
Dahab is a laid back Red Sea town on the Gulf of Aqaba, known for its lagoon windsurfing, the Blue Hole dive site and a Bedouin influenced, backpacker friendly pace that feels far removed from Egypt's bigger resort hubs. Low rise guesthouses, beachfront cafes and a slower rhythm have made it a long time favourite for divers, climbers and travellers staying longer than planned.