Jeep Safari to Colored Canyon (Salama) & Snorkeling in Dahab | Best 4x4 Day Trip
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Duration
9 -
Available days:
Every Day -
Adults
30 € -
Children
15 € -
Pickup Time
7:30
Tour Highlights:
Jeep Safari, Colored Canyon (Salama) & Dahab Snorkeling from Sharm El Sheikh
Overview Located 100 km away from Sharm El Sheikh, this is an absolutely fantastic day trip! Dahab, known as the "Gold City," is famous for its laid-back atmosphere and stunning natural beauty, offering a perfect contrast to the busy city life of Sharm. Highlights include snorkeling at the famous Canyon dive site, riding a camel along the coast, shopping in the city, and an exciting 4x4 Jeep Safari to the Colored Canyon (Salama), followed by Bedouin tea in a tent.
Excursion Itinerary
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Pick up from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh You will be picked up usually around 7:30 AM (exact time depends on your hotel’s location).
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Camel Ride along the Beach Camel riding along the coast is a common and beloved part of the Dahab experience, especially for visitors coming from Sharm El Sheikh.
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Snorkeling at Dahab’s Canyon The "Canyon," located 3 km south of Dahab city, is well worth a visit. While the deep canyon itself is for divers, snorkelers can explore the beautiful lagoon and reef drop-off accessible from the shore. Look for scorpionfish hiding on the edges of the lagoon and discover the abundant underwater life of the drop-off, home to parrotfish, clownfish, and pufferfish.
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Note: Our guides will be with you at all times during snorkeling to ensure your safety.
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Traditional Bedouin Lunch by the Sea We stop at a relaxed seaside hangout, a popular place for divers and snorkelers to refuel. Enjoy a delicious meal including Egyptian kofta, chicken, rice, salad, and fresh bread.
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Shopping in Dahab Dahab offers a unique and culturally rich shopping experience, very different from the large malls in Sharm El Sheikh. Browse for souvenirs, local art, spices, herbs, and oils.
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Drive to Colored Canyon (Salama) We continue approximately 70 km north toward Nuweiba to reach the Canyon Salama area. Here, a 4x4 Jeep Safari will be waiting to transfer you off-road to the canyon entrance. Spend about one hour walking and exploring the magnificent colorful gorge.
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Back to Sharm El Sheikh You will be transferred back to your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh. The drive back is just as enjoyable, giving you the chance to see the Sinai desert from a closer, more intimate perspective.
Additional Information:
Duration:
Full-day excursion (approximately 10–12 hours)
Availability:
Daily
Pick-up Time:
Around 7:30 AM (exact time will be confirmed according to your hotel location)
Pick-up & Drop-off:
From and to hotels in Sharm El Sheikh
Transportation:
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Air-conditioned vehicle from Sharm El Sheikh to Dahab
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4x4 Jeep Safari inside the Colored Canyon (Salama)
Snorkeling Level:
Suitable for beginners and non-swimmers
Life jackets are available upon request
Age Policy:
Recommended for ages 6 and above
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Group Type:
Small to medium groups
What to Wear:
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Comfortable clothes suitable for a full day outdoors
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Swimwear (worn under clothes)
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Comfortable walking shoes or trainers
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Hat or cap for sun protection
Meals Included:
Traditional Bedouin-style lunch by the sea
(Chicken, kofta, rice, salad, and bread)
Safety & Guidance:
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Professional guides throughout the trip
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Snorkeling supervised by experienced guides
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Safety instructions provided before each activity
Weather Notes:
The excursion operates year-round. During winter months, a light jacket is recommended for the early morning and canyon walk.
Good to Know:
This tour combines nature, culture, and adventure in one day, making it ideal for travelers who want to experience Dahab, the Sinai desert, and the Red Sea in a single, well-balanced excursion.
Included in the price:
- Air conditioned transportation
- Lunch in a local restaurant.
- Jeep Safari
- Professional English-speaking guide.
Not Included in the price:
- Drinks in the restaurant.
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary.
- snorkel equipment 4$ Mask- 4$ fins- 4$ life Jacket
What to take with you:
- Your Passport.
- snorkel equipment
- Cameras.
- Sun Glasses.
- Hats.
- Comfy Shoes ( trainers would be perfect for this excursion ).
- Breakfast Box (free of charge in most of the hotels in Sharm El Sheikh ).
Questions & Answers:
This is a full-day excursion, typically lasting 10 to 12 hours in total, including hotel transfers from major resorts like Sharm El Sheikh.
The main highlights usually include a Jeep Safari through the desert, a hike through the Colored Canyon (Salama), a stop for snorkeling ( in Dahab) and free time for shopping/exploring in the town of Daha also include a camel ride along the coast.
The hike is generally considered moderately challenging. It involves walking through narrow passages, climbing over some rocks, and descending into the gorge. It is accessible to most people with average fitness.
Yes. It is generally not recommended for travelers with severe back or mobility issues, serious heart problems, or pregnant travelers, due to the bumpy nature of the Jeep ride and the climbing required in the canyon.
No, but you should be able to walk for 25 minutes over uneven terrain and climb small obstacles.
Yes, a professional, English-speaking guide (and often guides in other languages like Italian or Russian) is included to lead the hike and provide information throughout the day.
Wear comfortable, light clothing for hiking. Sturdy sports shoes or hiking boots are essential for the canyon walk. Bring your swimwear and a towel for the snorkeling stop.
Yes, you must bring your valid passport and copy as the area is close to a border/within a national park.
you need to rent it for an additional fee. It is highly recommended to bring your own if you have it to ensure fit and save on potential rental costs.
Yes. Bring local currency (Egyptian Pounds) or a major currency (like USD or EUR) for drinks at lunch, souvenirs in Dahab, potential rental fees for snorkeling gear/wetsuits, and tipping (baksheesh).
Yes, you must bring your valid passport and copy as the area is close to a border/within a national park.
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