Dahab
A laid-back diving town on the Gulf of Aqaba, famous for the Blue Hole and shore diving.
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Dive or snorkel the Blue Hole
Don't miss
Relax at the Lagoon's shallow, calm waters
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Camel trek into the desert at sunset
Dahab
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A laid-back diving town on the Gulf of Aqaba, famous for the Blue Hole and shore diving.
Dahab has none of Sharm's resort polish and all of the charm — beachfront cafés, backpacker energy, and some of the best shore diving anywhere, including the legendary Blue Hole.
Dahab has 12 bookable trips with Sunny Egypt, from $38.52 to $607.5 per adult. Most booked first: 2-Day Cairo & Pyramids Tour with Hotel Stay (from Dahab), Luxor by Air: Karnak & Valley of the Kings (Day Trip from Dahab), Dahab Canyon, ATV & Camel Tour (from Dahab).
Planning a trip to Dahab? Read our Sunny Guide first.
Available Trips
2-Day Cairo & Pyramids Tour with Hotel Stay (from Dahab)
A relaxed two-day escape from Dahab to Cairo, combining the Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum with a comfortable overnight hotel stay.
From
$607.50 / per person
Luxor by Air: Karnak & Valley of the Kings (Day Trip from Dahab)
Fly from Dahab for a private, guided day exploring Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings, home by evening.
From
$472.50 / per person
Dahab Canyon, ATV & Camel Tour (from Dahab)
A full private day blending Dahab's narrow Colored Canyon, an adrenaline-filled ATV ride, and a camel stop, with a Bedouin-style lunch included.
From
$83.78 / per person
Dahab Snorkeling at the Islands
A peaceful shore snorkeling spot on Dahab's reef edge — calm, clear water and far fewer crowds than the Blue Hole.
From
$38.52 / per person
Dahab White Canyon & Colored Canyon Hike
A full day exploring Sinai's two most scenic slot canyons — the pale White Canyon and the vivid Colored Canyon — with a local Bedouin guide from Dahab.
From
$50 / per person
Dahab Kitesurfing Lesson
A beginner kitesurfing lesson in Dahab's steady, reliable coastal winds.
From
$102.28 / per person
Dahab Camel Trek to Ras Abu Galum
A half-day camel trek along scenic coastal cliffs to the remote, Bedouin-run Ras Abu Galum reserve, with snorkeling and an authentic lunch included.
From
$57.50 / per person
Dahab Canyon Diving Trip
Two guided dives through the Canyon's dramatic underwater crevasse, with natural swim-throughs and striking light beams.
From
$91.88 / per person
Dahab Three Pools & Blue Lagoon Snorkeling
Snorkel two of Dahab's most stunning reef sites, the Three Pools and the dazzling Blue Lagoon, on one boat-and-shore adventure.
From
$61.25 / per person
Dahab Desert Safari & Bedouin Camp
A jeep safari deep into the Sinai mountains, ending with tea, a Bedouin dinner and storytelling under a truly starlit sky.
From
$56.25 / per person
Dahab Free Diving Taster Course
A relaxed, beginner-friendly half-day introduction to free diving and breath-hold technique in Dahab's calm, crystal-clear Lagoon.
From
$90.56 / per person
Dahab Blue Hole Diving Trip
Two guided dives at the legendary Blue Hole and the nearby Canyon in Dahab, led by a local instructor, for certified divers.
From
$102.50 / per person
Why Visit Dahab?
- Dive or snorkel the Blue Hole
- Relax at the Lagoon's shallow, calm waters
- Camel trek into the desert at sunset
- Free diving courses at the Canyon
Travel Tips
- Only dive the Blue Hole with a certified local guide
- Bring cash — many beach cafés don't take cards
FAQ
Dahab Blue Hole Diving Trip covers the famous site directly with a certified guide.
Yes, the Dahab Free Diving Taster Course introduces the discipline for beginners.
Yes, Dahab Canyon Diving Trip covers that specific dive site.
Yes, Dahab Kitesurfing Lesson is a dedicated lesson-based trip.
Shallow, sheltered snorkeling spots near Dahab — see Dahab Three Pools & Blue Lagoon Snorkeling.
Yes, Dahab Camel Trek to Ras Abu Galum covers a multi-hour trek along the coast.
Yes, Dahab White Canyon & Colored Canyon Hike is a land-based hiking trip.
Yes, Dahab Yoga & Beach Retreat Day is built around that specifically.
2-Day Cairo & Pyramids Tour with Hotel Stay (from Dahab) covers the pyramids with an overnight in Cairo.
Yes, Dahab Desert Safari & Bedouin Camp covers the desert side of the destination.
Luxor by Air: Karnak & Valley of the Kings (from Dahab) covers it in a single long day.
Yes — Dahab is known for shore-accessible, calmer diving compared to boat-based Sharm/Hurghada sites, which is why courses like the Free Diving Taster are popular there.
See Sharm El Sheikh vs Hurghada vs Dahab for the full comparison; Dahab generally suits a quieter, more budget-conscious, diving-focused stay.
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