Fishing Frenzy

Situated in the north of the Gulf of Aqaba, it is one of the quieter resorts in Egypt. Although it doesn't attract the larger marine life such as manta rays or sharks, Taba is blessed with many stunning reefs that are home to a stunning array of marine life.

In contrast to the busy dive sites of Sharm el Sheikh, you will often find that yours is the only dive boat at a site in Taba. This is one of the attractions of the area and is an excellent alternative to the popular reefs of Jackson or Shark & Yolanda at the other end of the Sinai.

The dive sites around Taba Heights don't take long to get to which means there is usually the option of a 3rd dive of the daynever a bad thing ! ! The site that attracts most boats is Farun Island (aka Pharoah's Island). There is an old fort and lookout post on the island built during the times of the crusades by the Saracen Saladin who was the great rival of Richard the Lionheart. As well as being a popular dive site, it is also the destination for snorkelling trips. Nonetheless, it's a lovely setting and an easy site to dive.

For underwater photographers, the dive sites of Taba are a paradise. They are generally shallow and offer a magnificent diversity of colourful fish just waiting to be photographed. The area is home to a particularly ugly creature called the Frogfish. It sits motionless until it's prey is close enough to grab and its mouth moves so fast, no other animals can see it happen.

There is a spectacular array of creatures to be found in and around Taba including Moray eels, nudibranchs, clownish, lionfish, sea stars and shrimp. Sadly, night diving isn't permitted due to various restrictions imposed as the borders of Israel, Jordan and Saudi Arabia as so close. Divers visiting Taba will miss out on what would certainly be stunning night dives in Taba.