شرم الشيخ

Sharm el-Sheikh sits where the Sinai mountains drop straight to the reef, giving Egypt its most spectacular diving and effortless snorkelling right off the shore.

The headline is Ras Mohammed National Park, where sheer coral walls plunge into deep blue and the marine life is extraordinary; the Straits of Tiran add drift dives over famous reefs. Beyond the water, desert safaris run inland by quad and camel, and Sharm is the classic gateway for the pre-dawn climb up Mount Sinai to St Catherine's Monastery.

With polished resorts, a lively promenade at Naama Bay and reliable sun, Sharm balances underwater adventure with easy holiday comfort.