Jeep tour Sharm El Sheikh to Blue Hole, Colored Canyon & Dahab

Four desert and sea experiences in one morning departure

A nine-hour jeep tour from Sharm El Sheikh to Dahab combines a walk through Colored Canyon's 800-meter gorge of layered sandstone cliffs, snorkeling in Blue Hole National Park's coral reefs, a camel ride along the coast, and a quad bike run through Dahab's terrain. Hotel pickup, a professional guide in English, Italian or Russian, lunch in a Bedouin tent on the beach, and a shopping stop in Dahab City are included; snorkeling gear and park entry fees are available as add-ons at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Jeep tour to canyon, Blue Hole, Dahab

• Pickup from Sharm El Sheikh
• Jeep ride to Colored Canyon
• Explore Colored Canyon gorge
• Visit Blue Hole National Park
• Snorkel among coral reefs
• Enjoy BBQ lunch at beach camp
• Camel ride along the coast
• Quad bike ride on Dahab coastline
• Shopping stop in Dahab City
• Return jeep ride to Sharm El Sheikh

The Experience

The day starts with an early pickup from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel in an air-conditioned jeep, heading south toward Dahab. The drive itself is part of the route—you're moving through the Sinai Peninsula landscape that frames everything that comes next. Once you arrive, the Colored Canyon walk comes first: an 800-meter gorge carved through sandstone that shifts between yellow, purple, red, and gold as you move through it. The canyon is a natural labyrinth, and the guide walks you through its history and geology while you photograph the layered cliffs.

After the canyon, you head to Blue Hole National Park on the coast. This is where the snorkeling happens—you can enter the water among colorful coral reefs and the fish species that live there, or stay on the beach if you prefer. The park sits on the edge of the sea with views across the water, and it's where lunch arrives: a BBQ meal served in a Bedouin tent on the beach, with the mountains visible behind you. A bottle of water is included throughout the day.

The afternoon splits into two rides. First, a camel walk along the coast near Dahab—slow enough to take photos and feel the terrain change beneath you. Then comes the quad bike ride, an adrenaline section where you navigate the coastline and the hills above it on an ATV. Both are included in the tour, though the quad bike is optional depending on which package you select at checkout. The day ends with a stop in Dahab City for shopping before the jeep returns you to Sharm El Sheikh.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh.
• air-conditioned jeep transport.
• professional guide in English, Italian or Russian.
• walk through Colored Canyon with guide commentary.
• camel ride along the coast.
• shopping stop in Dahab City.
• BBQ lunch in a Bedouin tent on the beach.
• bottle of water for the day. Snorkeling gear and Blue Hole and Abu Galum entry fees are optional add-ons.
• the quad bike ride is included in some packages and optional in others.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by FTS Travels

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to combine canyon hiking, snorkeling, and desert activities in one day—the set itinerary and morning hotel pickup mean you move between locations without gaps or delays.

Traveler reviews

4.81★★★★★★★★★★

819 verified traveler reviews

5 ★719

4 ★68

3 ★16

2 ★6

1 ★10

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What exactly is the Colored Canyon and how long do we spend walking through it?

The Colored Canyon is an 800-meter gorge cut through sandstone cliffs that display bands of yellow, purple, red, and gold. You walk through it as part of the morning portion of the tour, with your guide explaining the canyon's formation and history as you move through the natural labyrinth.

Can I snorkel at the Blue Hole if I've never done it before?

Yes. Blue Hole National Park is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and snorkeling gear is available as an add-on at checkout if you don't have your own. The guide is a professional snorkeling guide, so instruction and support are part of the experience.

Is the quad bike ride included in every package, or do I need to add it?

The quad bike ride is optional and depends on which package you select at checkout. Some options include the ATV ride along Dahab's coastline and mountains; others do not. You choose at booking.

What's included in the lunch, and where do we eat?

Lunch is a BBQ meal served in a Bedouin tent on the beach in Dahab, with views of the sea and mountains. It's included in the tour price, along with a bottle of water for the day.

How much does Blue Hole entry cost if I want to add it?

Blue Hole and Abu Galum entry fees are available as an add-on at checkout. The operator lists the Blue Hole fee at twenty euros per person.

Do I need to book snorkeling gear in advance, or can I arrange it on the day?

Snorkeling gear is available as an optional add-on at checkout. If you don't select it during booking, you can bring your own or arrange rental separately, though having it reserved in advance is simpler.