Taba resorts are one of the best kept secrets in Egypt. Located on the Red Sea near the Israeli border, Taba is far removed from the bustle of Cairo and the heavy tourism along the Nile. When you want to relax in grand Egyptian style, there’s no place like Taba to kick back and get your feet wet.
The Red Sea is destination number one for crystal clean water and year round warm weather. Red Sea tourism grows every year with fabulous resorts and abundant water sports. Living the good life starts with plenty of sunshine and gently swaying palm trees along the sugar sand shores.
Diving In Taba
The Red Sea is the region’s premier diving location with five-star diving schools offering expert instruction. Start from zero and obtain the basic PADI certification or add-on a professional diving certificate for search and rescue operations. Red Sea waters are among the cleanest in the world, thus allowing the natural light to lead the way through some of the most colorful reefs and a host of friendly fishes.
Day Trips From Taba:
Eilat and Petra
Taba is located at the border crossing into Eilat, Israel. Explore the southern coast of Israel and connect with a bus tour to reach the ancient city of Petra in Jordan. Petra may also be accessed by a catamaran ride from Taba to Aqaba, Jordan with a bus connection to the ancient city. Petra was made famous in the Indiana Jones movies and you will instantly recognize the massive Treasury Building as a film classic icon. This full-day excursion is priced as a moderate and remains a favorite one-day getaway for the Taba visitor.
Nuweiba
Nuweiba is situated south of Taba and is believed by some to be the crossing point for Moses and his flock when they walked through the Red Sea on Exodus from Egypt. In addition to the historical significance, Nuweiba is a coastal jewel and an area rich with dolphins and colorful marine life.
St. Catherine’s Monastery
Taba is an excellent place to stay and play when planning a journey into the Sinai desert heading for the famous St. Catherine’s Monastery. Built in the 6th Century, St. Catherine’s Monastery remains a working church today and holds the second largest library of ancient Christian manuscripts in the world. Take the walking tour of the church and meet and greet the monks, or make the midnight trek up Mount Moses to reach the summit at sunrise.
Taba Nightlife
Taba’s natural beauty radiates by day, however the casinos and night clubs take center stage after dark. Taba gaming does not accept Egyptian Pounds and requires all bets to be placed in American currency. Obtaining the proper currency is a snap as the Taba casinos have plentiful currency exchange stations and self-service ATM machines. Dress codes are generally relaxed and casual and women may be admitted unaccompanied by a male. However, Egyptian citizens are not allowed inside the casinos at any time.
Taba resorts are a cut above the competition with five-star luxuries and some of the best sea view rooms in the region. Windsurfing, snorkeling, and fishing are among the favorite beach activities or hike and bike along the majestic red rock mountains facing the sea. Early reservations for Taba are recommended to take advantage of seasonal sales and to secure a magnificent sea view room.
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