Tourists must be surprised that Egypt offer beautiful beaches. The truth is that with its golden sand and transparent waters, the country of the pharaohs has been known as a favorite destination for beaches, especially during the dark and cold months of the year.
And it should be added that the coral reefs of the Red Sea are some of the best dive sites in the world. In this sense, the best Egyptian beaches can be found on the beautiful coast of Sharm el-Sheikh It has long stretches of natural sand with hotels that offer access to the beach.
Much of the coastline near Sharm el Sheikh is rocky, yet - and sometimes there are cliffs - with coral reefs stretching right onto the shore. Access to the beach, therefore, is sometimes via steps, and to protect both your feet and the valuable coral, access to the pool is generally via piers.
Popular beaches include Sheikh Bay, Naama Bay, with its gently shelving beaches, and Shark Bay. Narrow sandy beaches of Nabq Bay and the reef at the southern end suddenly give way to the gently sloping sand and shallow waters of the lagoon to the north
Another detail is that Sharm el Sheikh is one of Egypt's best beloved diving spots, and with crystal clear waters, the wonderful marine life coming face to face with the overhead and sun of Egypt, it's easy to see why.
There are different places to dive like White Knight Bay, Sharks Bay and Na'ama Bay, the maritime heart of Sharm. For experienced divers, the reefs of Tiran and Ras Mohammed are popular, just 2 hours away from Sharm by boat.
The marine life around Sharm el Sheikh includes a number of exotic fish, from schools of barracuda to a number of species of sharks. Some fish can be dangerous or poisonous - especially stonefish and moray eels - so divers should always be careful in the water.