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Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El Sheikh sits on a desert promontory where the Sinai Peninsula meets the Red Sea, its clear waters and coral reefs drawing divers and sun-seekers to a strip of resorts around Naama Bay. Once a small fishing outpost, it has grown into one of Egypt's most visited destinations, built almost entirely around tourism rather than an old town centre.
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Frequently asked questions about Sharm El Sheikh
How do I get to Sharm El Sheikh?
Most travellers fly directly into Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH), which handles both international and domestic routes; from there, taxis and hotel shuttles reach the main resort areas like Naama Bay in roughly 15 to 25 minutes depending on location. There is no rail line to Sharm El Sheikh, so onward travel to other Sinai or Red Sea towns is by road, typically via bus or private transfer from the regional hub.
How many days should I spend in Sharm El Sheikh?
Plan on ~3 to 5 days to settle into resort life, dive or snorkel the reefs, and take a day trip inland, though many visitors extend this into a full week-long beach stay.
What is Sharm El Sheikh known for?
Sharm El Sheikh sits on a desert promontory where the Sinai Peninsula meets the Red Sea, its clear waters and coral reefs drawing divers and sun-seekers to a strip of resorts around Naama Bay. Once a small fishing outpost, it has grown into one of Egypt's most visited destinations, built almost entirely around tourism rather than an old town centre.