The village is a small, vibrant mix of cultures populated with white-robed Bedouin and their brightly adorned camels, the women swathed in black and the children, multicoloured and mischievous, are always ready to strike up a deal for a bracelet or two.Įgyptian traders and shopkeepers sell their crafts, food and wares to the growing number of holiday makers who are enjoying Dahab’s friendly, personal vibe.

Named after the Arabic word for gold, Dahab borders the Gulf of Aqaba, and is an hour’s drive through spectacular desert from the airport in the more commercial resort of Sharm el-Sheikh or a 90 min`s drive from Taba airport. But the vibe in Dahab is very different. It is now just as popular as a budget holiday resort destination for those who simply want to relax and get some sun, however with camels safaris, snorkelling trips, and desert excursions to name a few days out, there’s plenty to keep you occupied too. From Taba or Sharm we are happy to organize you a transfer in an airconditioned taxi to the Bedouin Moon Hotel and Reef 2000 Dive Club in Dahab.ĭahab is one of the Red Sea´s oldest diving resorts and hosts some of the most spectacular and challenging dive sites in Egypt. You could try for example Skyscanner to find your flight. You can even include a trip to the Pyramids by taking a stop over in Cairo. If you are looking for flights try Sharm el Sheikh or (recently cheaper than Sharm) Taba airport. Private transfers take around 60 min from Sharm el Sheikh airport and around 90 min from Taba airport It is approx 85 km north of Sharm el Sheikh airport and approx 120 km south of Taba airport. … is located on the Egyptian peninsula of Sinai on the coast of the gulf of Aqaba.

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