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    Blue Hole

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    Abu Galum, Qesm Saint Katrin, Dahab 46617, Egypt
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    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Blue hole

    Incredible experience. Mysterious and magnificent.Very helpful guide. The place needs to be taken care of for more nature protection.

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank NermeenZak
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    A bit overrated

    If you are there just for snorkeling then you can do it outside of Dai Pescshori in Dahab. Pricey. Too many people around.

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank vla22gri
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Amazing view

    I only did snorkeling. Still the colour of the coral reefs and fish is amazing. You can see a lot of these just next to the shore.

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Ayman399
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Nice place

    When you visit Daheb must go to blue hole .Very nice place for snorkeling. You can book with a travel agent this tour including to go blue hole ,Abo Gallium and La goune.

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank nfret
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Awesome

    Wonderful place, you can watch all the colorful fish, corals, dive in and break a record, friendly cafetrias around, would definetly visit again.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank ibrahimismail96
    Reviewed January 17, 2019 via mobile
    Amazing once in a lifetime dive

    MUST GO, its a record breaking place, amazing dive and snorkeling. Very helpful staff and friendly. Good snacks and equipment provided.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank 269amiram
    Reviewed January 10, 2019
    Favorite dive in Dahab!

    I was sick and congested so had trouble equalizing and caught up with the group at 20 meters. I am so glad I did! Ended up being my favorite dive I had all day which my husband seconded.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank Damara M
    Reviewed January 9, 2019 via mobile
    Snorkeling in Dahab

    It took us 3 hours to get there but totally worth it! Best place for snorkeling ever, specially above Blue hole!! It's magical. It was the best experience I've had in my life. I highly recommend it. I wish I took pictures under water though...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank nancyperlak
    Reviewed January 9, 2019 via mobile
    Blue hole dahab is fascinating

    Exceptional experience for sea lover diving or snorkeling, not suitable for first timer as the depth there is around 320 m, you can find a guide to escort you through snorkeling. Overall I loved it.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank 625amala
    Reviewed January 7, 2019
    MUST DO DIVING in EGYPT!

    Well worth visiting egypt for this dive site! I went with H20 divers Dahab and it was the best experience ever! Go down the chimney slide and you will love it!

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank MJtravels23
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    sonchy
    January 16, 2018|
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    Response from Serban R | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, you can snorkel with your child... taking the usual measures of precaution, of course (like appropriate equipment, watching permanently...). It takes special free-diving abilities and training to go deeper than 3-4... More
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    hpratt9093
    October 29, 2016|
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    Response from Serban R | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, they say it is dangerous and... there were some incidents, (near the border with Israel) indeed, but as far as I know, none of them at the sea side. In all the touristic areas there are a lot of police and military... More
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    ahmedg846
    October 25, 2016|
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    Response from atarek |
    Any reception in Dahab can get you a car to drop you off there or once you arrive Dahab you can get any driver's number from the arrival stetion
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    thetravelchick
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    Best Snorkeling in the Red Sea (0 Replies)
    I am planning to visit Egypt in April and I would like to know which places have the best snorkeling? I am interested in seeing colorful fish and coral. I am also interested in excellent snorkeling right off of the beach. I heard Ras Muhammed’s Shark Reef is good. I also read that Safaga is good too but there are also many negative reviews. Could someone who has been to both places compare them? Also, how is the snorkeling in The Blue Hole? Is it too deep for snorkelers? Thanks in...More
    February 03, 2010|
    Swisscare-Nuweiba
    Nuweiba
    The five most amazing sites in South Sinai... (8 Replies)
    Ah ha ! So you may have thought that this thread was started by someone else linking to a site that earned commissions and all that and before you reach for the report button... its not ! This is a list of the five most amazing and must-sea sites to visit in South Sinai... as judged by a panel of one experienced resident of Sinai.. , myself ! 1 - St Catherine, the monastery and Sinai Mountain. Unique religious, historical site with an awe-inspiring church and an amazing museum called...More
    January 07, 2018|
    Response from999Sunshine|
    Swisscare, thank you for your expert opinion:-)
    LaBoricua87
    Tampa, Florida
    Hurghada,Sharm,El Gouna,Dahab,Marsa, Soufaga?! CANT DECIDE! (4 Replies)
    Ok I have NO CLUE. I have been researching Egypt for a while now preparing the trip of a lifetime. The more I read the more parts I love! Yet, I know they might not be the same, but Hurghada, Sharm, El Gouna and Dahab...I have even heard of Marsa Alam and other places!!! They have me so confused as they all seem to have the same end--beaches, snorkling! I'm def. staying in Dahab because we wish to do the White Desert/Moses trek so it's easier to stay in Dahab. Yet, we don't know whether to...More
    April 10, 2007|
    Response fromLaBoricua87|
    Someone help... =(
    Cramond07
    Lima, Peru
    Itinerary help! Egypt, Jordan & Israel! (2 Replies)
    Hi I´m planning a trip in December. We´re planning on going to Sinai, Red Sea, Israel and Jordan. I´m posting it on the forums of each country but all comments are really appreciated! Day 1: Arrive at Sharm at 5am, going to Dahab Day 2: Dahab - Mt Sinai by night Day 3: Dahab - Beduin night dinner Day 4: Dahab - diving in Blue Hole Day 5: Dahab to Petra - Petra by night Day 6: Petra to Jerusalem (Christmas Eve) Day 7: Jerusalem (Christmas Day) Day 8: Jerusalem Day 9: Jerusalem...More
    September 07, 2010|
    Response from5onholiday|
    Great trip. But you could come a little unstuck with your timings as there's a lot of travel involved, plus a fiendish border crossing at the Allenby Bridge. Have you considered going direct to Mt Sinai from Sharm? You can stay in a nearby hotel, recover from the flight and climb the mountain at night if that's what you want. Be warned it will be cold! Personally, I'd get to Sinai about 8am, rest up, climb the mountain and see St Catherines and then get a good nights sleep cos I think...More
    Cramond07
    Lima, Peru
    Itinerary help! Egypt, Jordan & Israel! (4 Replies)
    Hi I´m planning a trip in December. We´re planning on going to Sinai, Red Sea, Israel and Jordan. I´m posting it on the forums of each country but all comments are really appreciated! Day 1: Arrive at Sharm at 5am, going to Dahab Day 2: Dahab - Mt Sinai by night Day 3: Dahab - Beduin night dinner Day 4: Dahab - diving in Blue Hole Day 5: Dahab to Petra - Petra by night Day 6: Petra to Jerusalem (Christmas Eve) Day 7: Jerusalem (Christmas Day) Day 8: Jerusalem Day 9: Jerusalem...More
    September 07, 2010|
    Response fromrdglady|
    If you want comments you need to write what you are planning on DOING in each place. Just a city name......nothing much to comment on . Day 6--is a Friday. Transportation stops by 3PM ish on Friday, If you are traveling by bus, I hope you are leaving early--and buses need an advance reservation. If you are looking to go to a Church on Christmas, many Churches need advance passes. I do not know which side of the Dead Sea is better. However, it would not be practical to go back to Jordan to...More
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