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What to see in Dahab

A laid-back Sinai town on the Gulf of Aqaba, home to divers, kitesurfers and cushions by the water.

Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 5 must-see places
  • Best time: from April to January
Photo: SailorInTO · Public domain

Dahab highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Blue Hole

    A sinkhole in the reef, famous for snorkelling along its rim; deep diving is for the very experienced only.

  2. The lagoon

    Shallow water and steady wind: one of the best places to learn windsurfing and kitesurfing.

  3. The seafront

    Cafés and restaurants with cushions at the water’s edge, all along the bay.

  4. Ras Abu Galum

    A protected reserve reached by boat, by camel or on foot along the coast.

  5. The Lighthouse

    A reef next to the town, where people learn to dive from the shore.

Day trips from Dahab

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to Dahab

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Dahab are from April to January.

  1. Jan no warnings
  2. Feb with warnings
  3. Mar with warnings
  4. Apr no warnings
  5. May no warnings
  6. Jun no warnings
  7. Jul no warnings
  8. Aug no warnings
  9. Sep no warnings
  10. Oct no warnings
  11. Nov no warnings
  12. Dec no warnings
  • February, March

    Ramadan (approximate dates)

    During the day many restaurants close or open less and museum and shop hours change. The evenings, with iftar, are very special.

    What to do: Out of respect, don’t eat or drink in the street during the day; book dinner for after sunset.

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: a koshari joint. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Egypt guide.

Frequently asked questions about Dahab

What to see in Dahab?

Blue Hole, The lagoon, The seafront, Ras Abu Galum and The Lighthouse.

What to see in Dahab in one day?

Don’t miss Blue Hole, The lagoon, The seafront, Ras Abu Galum and The Lighthouse. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

What’s the best time to travel to Dahab?

The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Dahab are from April to January.

What day trips can you take from Dahab?

Snorkelling at the Blue Hole and Diving.

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Guide reviewed 19 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.