City break in Sinai. Active leisure ideas for Sinai - attractions, recreation and nightlife

South Sinai is a nice place not only for those who love beach holidays and sightseeing tours. There are many natural attractions which every tourist should definitely visit. For example, local hot springs, better known as Moses springs. According to a legend, they appeared when Moses brought the Jews out of slavery. Many people were thirsty after crossing the bottom of the red sea, and then the prophet struck his staff on the ground and water began to flow immediately. Pharaoh baths, other thermal springs, are located a hundred kilometres to the South.

Be sure to visit Coloured Canyon. It is a rock formation on Sinai peninsula. It is a labyrinth of rocks, some of them have about 40 meters. The canyon is almost 800 meters long. This picturesque place was presumably formed during the earthquake and later the wind and water only deepened the canyon. Many of the local rocks and stones are not resistant, so visit this place accompanied by a guide. You should also know that it is dangerous to be here during the rain because some of the stones can fall down. If you visit the Coloured Canyon in nice weather, you will see stones of red, purple, yellow or pink colours with metallic shades. There is also a real oasis in this place. There is a throne of Cleopatra in Coloured Canyon. According to some legends, the queen loved to visit this place.

South Sinai is an ideal place where you can explore the underwater world of coral reefs. Local excursions are made for people without any sports, diving or snorkelling skills. The coral islands are located close to Ras Nasrani cape. Tiran is a small uninhabited island which attracts a great number of tourists in high season. If you want to find a secluded place where you can explore local sea flora and fauna, you should look for another place. However, Tiran is a picturesque place where hundreds of migratory birds live. But it is strictly prohibited to land on the island. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Anyway, whatever tour you choose, there is always the same program. It is usually a boat trip with several stops in those places where the corals are closest to the surface. The yacht stops and tourists go to enjoy the beauty with the instructor. The rental of snorkelling equipment and soft drinks on board are usually included in the price of the tour. You will be served lunch from the cook and offered to rent to an underwater camera.

It is needless to say that the waters of South Sinai are perfect for diving. Even if you have never tried diving, you can undergo diving training and get an international license which will allow you to swim everywhere in the world. Don’t miss the chance to admire rich flora and fauna which amazed famous Jacques Yves Cousteau. If you don’t have enough time for diving, snorkelling is the best choice for you. Ras um Sid, Blue Hole, Na'ama Bay, and Terrazzina Beach are perfect for these activities. You can get acquainted with the land inhabitants of the southern Sinai in three national parks. Natural Park of Abu Galum and Ras Muhammad National Park keep their doors open to tour groups and individual travellers.

South Sinai will entertain those who love to have fun all day and night long. There are two water parks: Albatros Aqua Blue and Cleo Park which will immerse you into the imaginary world. Fun Town is an amusement park for small children. Local dolphinarium is rich with intelligent animals who perform amazing tricks. Soho square is a famous attraction with large fountains where you can visit a cinema and watch a historical film about Egypt in different languages. «Thousand and one night» is an amusement park with the entertaining programme for the whole family. If you want to enjoy the nightlife in Sinai, visit local beaches which become open-air dance floors at night. Be sure to visit Le Pacha, Hard Rock Cafe, Smash disco bar and Black House.