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Diving in Sharm El-Sheikh

Explore diving in Sharm El-Sheikh

Diving in Sharm El-Sheikh offers world-class underwater adventures in the heart of the Red Sea. With crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and abundant marine life, it's perfect for all levels. Explore iconic sites like Ras Mohamed with its dramatic drop-offs, or Tiran Island’s colorful reefs. Enjoy easy shore dives at Naama Bay or White House Reef. From shallow reefs to deep wrecks, dive with turtles, rays, and even sharks. Sharm is a top destination to explore, learn, and relax underwater.

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Sharm El-Sheikh is easily accessible by air and land. Most visitors arrive via Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH), located about 10 km from the city. The airport offers direct flights from major cities in Europe, the Middle East, and Egypt, especially during peak seasons. By land, travelers from Cairo can take a 6–7 hour bus or drive via the Suez route. Buses from Cairo’s main station offer a budget-friendly option. Once in Sharm, taxis, hotel transfers, and local transport make it easy to reach dive sites and accommodations.

Time Zone
UTC+02:00
Phone
+20
Currency
EGP
Voltage
220 V
Pressure
Bar (bar)
Plug
C, F
Languages
Arabic, English, French, German, Russian, Italian
1st Stage
INT / Yoke / K
Domestic airports
Sharm El Sheikh Intl. (SSH)
International airports
Sharm El Sheikh Intl. (SSH)
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This page wouldn't be possible without contributions from the following PADI members: Mohamed Adel Hassan (PADI pro), Shamandura, Marina Divers, Eagle Divers, Butterfly Sharm, Diving Vision, The Wave Diving Center, Circle Divers, Pyramids Diving Center, Emperor Divers - Sharm el Sheikh, Drakkar Diving School, Aqua Sharm DC. Disclaimer

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