Wadi El Weshwash from Sharm El Sheikh: The Lost Land

Excursion program

• Transfer from Sharm El Sheikh. Hotel departure at approximately 07:00. The drive with a stop for the restroom and coffee takes about three hours, the exact time depends on the hotel.
• Equipment rental. On the way there is a stop at a rental point for masks, fins, life jackets and wetsuits.
• Camel ride by the sea. A short walk along the coast and photos, about 5-10 minutes.
• Snorkeling. Swimming with a mask and snorkel in the reserve. A life jacket is mandatory, even if you can swim.
• Lunch at a seaside cafe. The menu is chicken, rice and salad. Drinks are paid separately.
• A stop in Dahab. About 30-40 minutes are given for visiting the market area: souvenirs, oils and jewelry.
• Jeep ride. From the Nuweiba area the group heads to the gorge at about 13:00. The off-road stretch takes about 10 minutes.
• Hike through the canyon. A walk with a guide to the lake, about 3 km one way. At the end of the route there are narrow passages between the rocks.
• Rest at the lake. Swimming and time for photos, then the way back to the transport.
• Return to the hotel. Departure back by jeep at about 16:00, arrival in Sharm El Sheikh at around 19:00-20:00.

The order of stops and the timing may change at the guide's decision and depending on the flow of tourists on the route.

What's Included in the Price

• Transport service: transfer from the hotel and back.
• A Russian-speaking guide.
• A short camel ride.
• Jeep ride to the gorge.
• Lunch at a seaside cafe.

What's Not Included in the Price

• Rental of a mask and snorkel, approximately $2.
• Rental of fins, approximately $3.
• Rental of a life jacket, approximately $4.
• Rental of a wetsuit, approximately $5.
• Drinks during lunch, approximately $1-2.
• Souvenirs and personal purchases.

Prices for rental and drinks are approximate and may change. If you have your own equipment, let us know when booking.

Route features

• The transfer is by an air-conditioned minibus, and the group reaches the gorge by jeep.
• Most of the way to the lake has to be covered on foot. This is not a tour of the canyon from a car.
• There are narrow sections between the rocks on the route.
• The trip takes the whole day, including the road, the sea part and the hike.
• If you do not plan to take part in snorkeling, let us know when booking: you can skip the sea swimming.

Important Information

• This is an excursion with physical effort and a long road, and the hike through the canyon requires stamina.
• Taking small children is not recommended. Discuss the possibility of a trip with a child before booking.
• A life jacket is mandatory for sea swimming: you can bring your own or rent one.
• Bring your original passport and a copy of it.
• The program runs on Tuesdays.

What to bring

• Your original passport and a copy of it.
• Comfortable shoes for the walking route.
• A swimsuit or trunks and a towel.
• A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
• Water and a light snack for the road.
• Wet wipes and a power bank for your phone.
• Cash for equipment rental, drinks and personal expenses.

Who the Wadi El Weshwash excursion suits

Wadi El Weshwash suits active tourists who want to see not only the sea but also a mountain canyon with a turquoise lake. The program combines camels, snorkeling, a jeep ride and a walking route in one day.

The trip is long and demanding, so it is better to leave a calm day after it. Before booking, assess your strength and the condition of your children if you are traveling with a family.