Dahab

Dahab, Egyptian town on the southeast coast of the Sinai Peninsula approximately 80km northeast of Sharm el-Sheikh. Formerly a Bedouin fishing spot, now considered to be one of Egypt’s important diving destinations. Dahab is served by Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport. Masbat is a popular diving destination, and there are many (50+) other diving centers. 

Dahab can be divided into three major parts; In the north, Masbat which includes the Bedouin village Asalah, South of Masbat is Mashraba, which is more touristic and has more hotels. In the southwest is Medina which includes the Laguna area, famous for shallow-water windsurfing.