Relaxation, tranquility, and a beautiful sea. You will find all of this in Taba. A resort for everyone who likes peace and quiet and does not want to spend their vacation among crowds of other tourists. Come with us and discover a place that offers not only tranquility but also diving adventures.
In addition to relaxing by the sea, you can immerse yourself in discovering the underwater world, which never ceases to amaze and, combined with the tranquility of the area, has an almost therapeutic effect.
Taba is located at coast of the Gulf of Aqaba and thanks to its location, it offers views of three neighboring countries. You can look out over the landscape and see Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Israel If you go to Taba, you will see three more countries. Where else can you experience this?
In the past, the city of Taba was occupied by Israel. However, as a result of the Egyptian-Israeli peace agreement, Israel withdrew from the Sinai Peninsula and Taba returned to Egyptian administration. Egypt decided to build a luxury tourist center there.
Today, you will find a number of hotel complexes, restaurants, and beautiful beaches here. The location is also interesting for tourists because they can take other trips to the surrounding area from here. For example, you can travel to Israel, which is probably the closest destination from the hotel. Mövenpick Taba or visit Jordan Petra rock city The resort's appeal is further enhanced by Taba International Airport, which provides excellent accessibility to the resort.
Taba is a place for everyone who wants to spend their vacation don't want to meet crowds of people and who prefer to enjoy their vacation in a smaller circle of friends and family. If you like spending time on the beach, you will definitely appreciate the beautiful sandy beaches. Sandy beaches are especially great for children, and building castles and other creations will definitely keep them entertained for hours. However, the biggest advantage of the local beaches is the peace and privacy that you will hardly find on other Egyptian beaches.
If you get tired of sunbathing and swimming, you can try one of the many adrenaline-fueled water sports available here. There's no shortage of fun to be had. The biggest attraction here is undoubtedly diving and snorkeling Taba offers several locations that are suitable for beginners, but their beauty will surprise even experienced divers.
The underwater world beautifully underscores the atmosphere of the entire location, because even though it is very lively, you can relax wonderfully while observing it. Diving in Taba is suitable for beginners and advanced learners.
If you want to improve your skills, you can easily complete diving course that will prepare you for a full-fledged diving adventure.
Thanks to the local climate, the water here has a pleasant temperature all year round, so you can come here at any time. Diving can also be complemented by encounters with interesting creatures, and there are plenty of them here. If you are lucky, you may come across seahorses, barracudas, stingrays, or camouflaged roachfish.
Since the entire coastline is full of small reefs, you can see all kinds of colorful corals here. Beginners will appreciate the shallow water and absence of sea cliffs. At the same time, there are no strong currents, so beginners can dive without worry and focus solely on the beauty of the underwater world.
If you complete a basic diving course or are already an advanced diver, you can visit a large number of sites in the area. For example, you can visit Maxwell Reef, which will enchant you with its massive coral reefs and interesting underwater creatures. There you can encounter toads, perutýny, and a considerable number of other fish, which move around here in huge flocks.
The so-called Picasso Reef. It is an underwater mountain that offers views of large numbers of corals, manta rays, and barracudas. However, the biggest attraction here is Picasso's thorn, which you may be lucky enough to encounter here. These are very rare, beautifully colored fish, after which the reef was named.
You should definitely also visit the so-called Pharaoh's Island It is located about 7 kilometers from Taba and offers an amazing spectacle. The local reefs are full of various types of coral. A breathtaking natural "gallery" opens up just a few kilometers from your hotel room.
In the past, the island was settled by the Phoenicians, who used it as a natural harbor for maritime trade. Later, the Crusaders built a fortress here to protect pilgrims traveling between Jerusalem and St. Catherine's Monastery. However, the Crusader rule on the island did not last long. The island fell into the hands of Sultan Saladin, who later added further fortifications to the original fortress.
The fortress has survived to this day, so you can see it here in almost unchanged condition. It is therefore no problem to combine diving with a trip into ancient history. The location is suitable for both divers and snorkelers. Pharaoh's Island is simply worth a visit.
Large populations of fish can also be found in Marsa El Maqabila. The dive is suitable for beginners who want to try out basic diving techniques. There are beautiful sights to see here. turtles, massive four-toothed fish, or barracudas.
A great spectacle also awaits you in Coral City As the name suggests, corals are the main attraction here. You will find a truly wide variety of species. The spectacle is complemented by populations of perch, sea bass, tuna, or even karnas.
Let's stay with corals for a moment. Another place that will enchant you with its colorful coral theater is the location Angel Net. Here you will find two coral reefs with a grassy strip about ten meters wide between them. It was precisely because of the space between the reefs that fishing nets often got tangled up here. And that is why the place is called Angel Network You can admire the rich marine life and beautiful corals.
The latter place is located about 15 kilometers from Taba and is called Fjord and is interesting in that a freshwater spring flows into the sea among the corals, creating mixed water in the middle of the sea.
Although the diving sites in Taba are not as well known as those in Sharm el Sheikh or Hurghada, definitely have something to offer. Thanks to the fact that these locations are not so well known among tourists, you can enjoy complete peace and quiet here, and the local nature is almost untouched by human hands.
Our short list presents just a few interesting locations that you can visit in the Taba area. However, the area has much more to offer. Just ask at the local diving club and you will immediately find out which other locations are worth visiting. The Red Sea is a diver's paradise, so it's no problem to spend almost your entire vacation underwater. Don't forget to take a break from diving, because there are many beautiful sights to see above the sea surface as well.
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