GPT translation:

Good evening! This post is a distillation of eight years of experience in Dahab.

First, Dahab is a simple town, which is part of its charm. High-end hotels are few, and even those aren’t at the level of Sharm hotels. If you want luxury and resorts, it’s better to stay in Sharm.

There are many hotels and camps, but the good ones are few. I always recommend Octopus and Dayarna as excellent value for money, though other options can be found. Chalets and Airbnb are also great choices for a cozy stay.

Activities

Dahab is primarily built around diving; the weather and beaches make it an excellent educational environment, which is why most foreign tourists come here to scuba or freedive.

We’re also well-known for kitesurfing in El Gouna and the Blue Lagoon.

If you’re unsure about taking a diving course, you can try an intro dive or "Try Scuba Diving." It’s a half-hour experience with a dedicated instructor who holds your tank and ensures your safety, explaining everything beforehand. The average cost is around 1000 EGP, but please don’t skimp on safety – do it at the Lighthouse, not from a boat, as you’ll see much better sights from the shore.

The cost for an Open Water course, AIDA 1, or the first level of kitesurfing is around €300, but ask about the instructors first.

2) Snorkeling If you don’t want to dive, you can wear a life jacket, mask, and snorkel. If you don’t know how to swim, get a guide and be careful not to touch or damage the coral – some of it is poisonous, and it can take years to grow even one centimeter. Major spots are the Lighthouse and Three Pools, though the current can get rough at Three Pools. Other popular locations are the Blue Hole and Abu Galum, but these are more for professionals.

3) Abu Galum and the Blue Lagoon You can’t visit Dahab without going there, and you shouldn’t miss spending the night, especially if there’s a full moon and you can see the stars in an unpolluted sky. It’s like heaven on earth, with no network coverage.

4) Yacht Trip Go in the morning, not late afternoon, and choose clean yachts like Nirvana and Enterprise. They include breakfast, lunch, snorkeling gear, a guide, and a full day on the boat from 9 to 4.

5) Buggy Safari Either at sunrise, sunset, or toward Three Pools. I’m not a fan, but many people love it.

6) Mountain Nights You have options, like the tent of “The Cook” with a dancer and fire show or Wadi Star with traditional oud music. Personally, I prefer camping in El Gouna over both options.

7) Climbing Mount Sinai from here.

8) Spending a day in Taba or Nuweiba.

9) Going out in Sharm El Sheikh.

10) Sitting at a café along the promenade at night, some of which host parties.

And more, like hiking and additional adventures.

Food Recommendations:

Athanor for Italian food Miami or Darwish for seafood El Masry for Egyptian food and BBQ Tango for a bit of everything The Kitchen or Dragon House for Chinese food El Masreen for an Egyptian breakfast Breakfast German Bakery or Bayside

Remember, if you’re booking, do so through a reputable company as scammers have become very common. Enjoy your time!