Which hotels in Sharm El Sheikh are suitable for snorkeling?

Choosing a hotel for snorkeling in Sharm El Sheikh is perhaps the most important decision. If you want to snorkel directly from the hotel beach without leaving its territory, then you need to look for hotels with their own coral reef.

The best areas to find such hotels:

• Nabq Bay: This area is famous for its long and well-preserved coral reefs. Many hotels here have pontoons for entering the water, which is very convenient and safe. This is perhaps the best choice for a snorkeler.
• Ras Um El-Sid: Hotels in this area also often have excellent reefs right off the shore. The water here is calmer, which is suitable for beginners.
• Sharm El Maya: This bay has hotels with good reefs, but be prepared that the beaches here may be less spacious.

What to look for when booking:

• Look for phrases in the hotel description: "private coral reef", "beach snorkeling", "snorkeling pontoon".
• Read recent reviews on Booking. Tourists often write about how good the reef is and whether there are fish.
• Avoid hotels with long sandy beaches if your main goal is snorkeling. The underwater life there will likely be sparse.

More information about areas and specific hotels for snorkeling can be found in the article Snorkeling in Sharm El Sheikh.

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