Sinai is a land of great beauty featuring endless dunes of the desert, sandy beaches, colorful coral reefs, and historic sites. Sinai is a land of peace, historical stories, eco-tourism, and beauty enjoyment. It has been storied and mentioned in the Holy Qur'an and the Bible.

Sharm El Sheikh is perfectly positioned in the heart of the Sinai Peninsula in South Sinai, Egypt. It is the ultimate destination to enjoy tranquility and beauty. Sharm El Sheikh is a rare combination of the richest coral reefs, aquamarine water, crimson mountains, and added miles of serene, unspoiled desert. It is renowned worldwide for its water sports and diving magic with more than 20 diving spots.

Sharm El Sheikh offer visitors with diversified experiences to choose from:

• History buffs will be enchanted by the tales of ancient expeditions that crossed this land bridge.
• Mariners can follow the old trade routes that brought back silks and spices from the East Indies through to Aqaba and Petra.
• Sports lover will ravel in the rich variety of diving, snorkeling and water sports.
• Students of religion will be inspired by the biblical sites, including Mount. Sinai and the monastery of St. Catherine.
• Eco-tourists will enjoy exploring the splendid coral reefs, aquatic life and the protected nature parks of Ras Mohammed and Nabq.
• Seekers of adventure will find thrills on jeep safaris, camel expeditions, quad bike excursions, mountain treks, deep-sea fishing, l8-hole golf course and even Bedouin-style tented dinners in the desert.

Sharm El Sheikh's main attractions

Baron Palms Resort Sharm El Sheikh's Leisure Center organizes different trips to the following attraction, in addition to jeep safari, one or more days Bedouin camping, day trips to Dahab, Taba, and Nuweiba, and other more. For more information, please contact the Concierge.

• St. Catherine’s Monasteryis built on the historic site of Moses’ Burning Bush. It provides a spectacular setting for priceless works of art, e.g. Arabic mosaics, Greek & Russian icons, Western oil paintings, paintings on wax, marble, enamels, reliquaries, and a large collection illuminated manuscripts. The Monastery was constructed at the foot of Mount Moses under the instructions of Emperor Justinian between AD 527 and 565. It has a small 11th Century Mosque as well as a tiny Chapel to house the skulls of deceased monks.
• Abu Galum is a natural park north of Nabaq, between Dahab and Nuweiba. Dozens of small, winding valleys run down from the mountains of Abu Galum to plunge into the sea. Within their many channels live an abundance of animal life, including ibex, hyrax and red fox.
• Pharoh’s Island, one the most of scenic spots in the peninsula, lies just off the coast at the top of the Gulf of Aqaba. It has a long history of invasion from the Byzantines to the Crusaders. In 1182, Saladin, rebuilt the existing fortifications and strengthened the Island’s defenses. Today, the restored Citadel of Saladin surmounts the Island.
• Colored Canyon, a popular safari trek, is made of strange rock formations and dramatic colors. It lies between St. Catherine’s Monastery and the Town of Nuweiba.
• Ras Mohammed is located on the most southern point of the Sinai Peninsula. This is Egypt's first national park, occupies 350 square meters of land of water. The park was founded in 1989 and declared a National Marine Park. Ras Mohammed is one of the world's top locations for snorkeling and diving
• Tiran Island, a popular snorkeling spot that lies on the frontier of Saudi Arabia, and between Ras Nasrani Bay and Om El Syd Hill in Sharm El Sheikh.
• Na'ama Bay City Center is Sharm El Sheikh's popular spot for shopping and entertainment. It includes different coffee shops, night clubs, casinos, night clubs, bazaars, and restaurants.