The best months to visit Dahab are Oct – May. 22–32°C, warm & dry.
Quick facts
Currency EGP (Pound) 1 USD ≈ 48 EGP
Language Arabic English widely spoken
Timezone EET (UTC+2) No daylight saving
Best Months Oct – May 22–32°C, warm & dry
Daily Budget ~$20–45 USD E£1,000–2,200 budget range
Visa Sinai permit or full visa Free 15-day Sinai stamp at Sharm airport
When to go
The Red Sea's backpacker diving paradise, where the Blue Hole plunges into the deep, Sinai mountains rise behind, and the pace of life slows to a felucca drift.
Getting Around in Dahab
- Dahab is walkable, with a main waterfront strip of 1km. Everything from dive shops to restaurants to hotels is within walking distance along the coast
- Taxis in town E£20–50. To the Blue Hole E£100–150. Shared minibuses run along the coast for E£10–20. Bicycle rental E£50–100/day for exploring further
- Jeep excursions to Coloured Canyon, Mount Sinai, and desert wadis are booked through hotels or tour agencies on the waterfront. Group trips are cheaper
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Dahab travel guide.
Timezone: EET (UTC+2) (No daylight saving)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dahab?
The best months to visit Dahab are Oct – May (22–32°C, warm & dry), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Dahab budget breakdown.
