In Taba there is a wide array of water-sports and sea-related excursions to satisfy every taste. Taba beach resorts and camps offer water-skiing, windsurf, kitesurf, glass bottom boats, Hobie cats, snorkeling, parasailing, canoeing, paddle-boating and, of course, the top of all Red Sea activities: superb scuba diving. Sailing on the “Henry de Monfreid", a replica of a 19th century sailing boat, is one of the nicest excursions you can experience in the area. Just imagine to set sail on the azure waters of the Red Sea of an historical sailing boat, to reach pristine islands and coves and snorkel in un-crowded sites. A favorite day snorkeling excursion is the one to the fascinating Pharaoh’s island, a tiny island just off the coast reachable by boat. Here, visitors can enjoy the views of the ancient Ottoman fortress, and swim and snorkel in the impressive coral barrier around the island. Most beaches in Taba are sandy and have easy access, making them perfect for board sports enthusiasts. Prevailing winds are strong enough to ensure some exciting wind and kite-surfing. Local water-sports centers are geared up to offer courses and equipment rental of the best brands.

Taba, set at the feet of imposing, steep, rocky mountains, offers the chance to explore the surrounding awesome desert locales. The Sinai here has an amazing topography with a kaleidoscope of colours and rare fauna and flora, and it is extraordinarily rich in history and ancient culture. There is many ways to discover the beauty hidden in valleys and mountains. Whether by camel, truck, 4x4 jeep or quads, desert safaris and day trips take you to unforgettable adventures, guaranteed to take your breath away. Hiking and trekking in the desert is within range of everybody, provided that you go with experienced guides and follow their advice – most excursions to the desert include an easy walk accessible even to the less fit. Hotels and resorts in the area offer as well a number of exciting land activities. Although Taba is essentially “marine”, with its soft sand beaches and many watersports available in all resorts, from scuba diving to kite surfing and windsurfing, it offers also a number of leisure activities on land such as horseback riding, archery, games in multipurpose courts, beachvolley, biking, etc. Entertainment Taba is tranquil and made for those who want to get away from it all. Day and evening entertainment is limited to the hotels and resorts facilities and staff. Some hotels might have an animation team, providing beach and pool side activities during the day, and some shows or parties during the night.