Adventure Capital of Egypt
Sinai and Red Sea Coast, Egypt
The name ‘Dahab’, meaning ‘gold’ in Arabic, is no doubt a reference to the stunning mountains that plunge dramatically towards the shore behind the town. Located halfway along the east coast of the Sinai Peninsula Dahab has grown dramatically over recent years and is now recognised as Egypt’s adventure capital.
Background
A hippy-ish hangout in the 70s and 80s the laid back, somewhat funky resort of Dahab has over the last 25 years metamorphosed from sleepy Bedouin village to become the best place in the country to indulge in any number of adventurous activities, from camel trekking to diving and 4WD safaris – and even mixes of these! At the end of the days’ activities the beachfront cafés with their chill-out areas strewn with cushions and rugs are still the best place to relax.
Relaxing
Dahab is smaller, more informal than Sharm el Sheikh and is well-known for its beachside cafes where felled palm trees covered with rugs, kilims and cushions provide great places to relax.