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.
One of the great things about diving in Taba is that there are only a few dive boats operating so often you will be the only people at the dive site which is in striking contrast to Sharm el Sheikh a couple of hundred miles away at the southern tip of the Sinai. Although the diving is superb in Sharm, the number of boats at popular sites like Jackson Reef or Shark & Yolanda means that it does get quite busy underwater.
It doesn't take long to get to the dive sites in Taba and this means there is normally plenty of time for a 3rd dive of the day. One of the more popular sites is Pharoah's Island (aka Farun Island). Back in the time of the crusades, the Saracen Saladin who was Richard the Lionhearts nemesis built an old fort and lookout post on the island. In addition to dive boats, it is also a popular destination or snorkelling trips which is hardly surprising as it is a beautiful setting and easy site to dive.
Taba Heights is the perfect destination for underwater photographers. It's shallow dive sites are home to countless species of colourful marine life including the hideous looking Frogfish. It is a type of Anglerfish that ambushes it's prey and the speed of attack happens faster than the eye can see.
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.
One of the great things about diving in Taba is that there are only a few dive boats operating so often you will be the only people at the dive site which is in striking contrast to Sharm el Sheikh a couple of hundred miles away at the southern tip of the Sinai. Although the diving is superb in Sharm, the number of boats at popular sites like Jackson Reef or Shark & Yolanda means that it does get quite busy underwater.
It doesn't take long to get to the dive sites in Taba and this means there is normally plenty of time for a 3rd dive of the day. One of the more popular sites is Pharoah's Island (aka Farun Island). Back in the time of the crusades, the Saracen Saladin who was Richard the Lionhearts nemesis built an old fort and lookout post on the island. In addition to dive boats, it is also a popular destination or snorkelling trips which is hardly surprising as it is a beautiful setting and easy site to dive.
Taba Heights is the perfect destination for underwater photographers. It's shallow dive sites are home to countless species of colourful marine life including the hideous looking Frogfish. It is a type of Anglerfish that ambushes it's prey and the speed of attack happens faster than the eye can see.
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.
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The destination of Taba Heights is more widely known as a golf resort but it offers superb diving.
