Why you need to visit Egypt's Dahab !
Dahab, which is in Egypt's Sinai Mountains, is a place so enticing that some people have chosen to move there shortly after visiting.
It was formerly a modest Bedouin fishing community, but today it is one of the best diving destinations in the Red Sea, drawing adventurers and environment enthusiasts.
Dahab, which is about an hour's drive from Sharm El Sheikh, is bustling with activities while still offering a stress-free beach scene where guests can simply sit back and take in the numerous shades of blue in its waters.
Local Bedouins, Egyptians from mainland Egypt, and foreign expats who were drawn to Dahab by its beauty and proximity to all of Sinai's attractions make up its thriving, multicultural society.
Remote workers seeking a quiet "office" by the sea may find Dahab appealing because it has internet access and is one of the few locations in the region.
The Blue Hole:
one of Dahab's most well-known attractions, is regarded as the world's most dangerous diving location.However, the magnificent sinkhole's attractiveness to daring divers searching for an underwater Everest has only grown as a result of its notorious notoriety.
The Blue Hole which can be reached from the shore and drops to a maximum depth of 328 feet, is protected from the currents, making its waters reasonably tranquil.
Both novice and experienced free divers willing to push their boundaries in a race against depth and lung capacity will find these conditions ideal.
Although the Blue Hole is a perfectly safe place to scuba dive, its renown is a result of a notorious archway known as the Arch, which connects the location with the open sea.
Scuba divers may suffer to narcosis, become lost, and eventually run out of air while searching for the Arch, which is situated 184 feet below the surface.
The sensitive marine environment has been steadily being destroyed as a result of the diving location's growing popularity.
A local group of divers built an underwater museum with recycled-material mammoth statues to reduce traffic, forming an artificial reef.
The most stunning statue is a 700 kilogramme life-sized elephant that has drawn the attention of innumerable travellers looking for an unusual underwater experience.
It would be practically difficult to dive all of Dahab's underwater sites in a week because there are so many noteworthy locations, from reefs to the remarkably well-preserved S.S. Thistlegorm.
This British Merchant Navy ship, which was damaged by a German bomber ship during World War II, offers a unique underwater perspective on history.
For snorkelers who might wish to stay away from popular diving locations, there are also an infinite number of possibilities in shallower seas.
To get a better look at pristine coral and marine life, tourists can hike or trek by camel to Ras Abu Galum National Protectorate, which has 400 square kilometres of coastline.
For those looking to get lost in a fishy rainbow, the Three Pools diving location in nearby Akaba is also a sure option.
With its flat turquoise waters and constant wind, the Blue Lagoon is a tranquil hideaway with just enough speed for windsurfers and big air for kitesurfers.
There are only a few bamboo huts here and often only a handful of people, so it almost feels like you're entering an exclusive beach.
But the lagoon has no interest in catering to tourists with resort hotels or providing luxurious amenities.
It offers no internet, no phone reception, and barely any electricity, making it an ideal spot to unplug from the modern world.
Travelers are drawn to its beautiful simplicity, and if hunger strikes, local Bedouins are on hand, ready to catch and cook some of the freshest and tastiest seafood imaginable.
Many choose to camp here overnight to catch the spectacular sunrise and sunset.
While visitors can rent a hut or bring a tent, neither is required, as a sleeping bag on a sandy beach is all that's needed to watch the universe reveal itself, one star at a time.
Although Dahab's transformation into a popular tourist destination is frequently attributed to its diving and surfing opportunities, rock climbing is also growing in popularity, with new climbs being created each.
The most well-known location is Wadi Qnai, which offers both single-pitch and multi-pitch routes to accommodate climbers of all skill levels.
The granite boulder-filled scenery of the sandy valley is ideal for bouldering in the shade.
In the summer, it's far too hot to climb here during the day. However, some choose to camp overnight in order to climb here in the morning before returning to town to cool off in the sea.
The world's oldest Christian monastery is located in the town of St. Catherine, which is close to Dahab. Mount Sinai is also nearby; it is the location where Moses received the Ten Commandments in the Book of Exodus.
Another popular hiking location in the Sinai region is the rock structure known as Jebel Makharum, sometimes known as "Mountain with the Hole," which is located between Dahab and St. Catherine.
