Ras Mohamed Nature Reserve, Egypt

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Ras Mohamed Nature Reserve, located at the far southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula where the Gulf of Aqaba meets the Gulf of Suez, is one of Egypt’s most spectacular protected areas.

Established in 1983 and now recognized on the IUCN Green List, the reserve spans desert cliffs, mangrove forests, salt marshes, inland lakes, dramatic geological fissures, and some of the richest coral reefs in the Red Sea.

With more than 220 species of corals, over a thousand species of fish, and a mix of desert wildlife such as foxes, ibex, and lizards, the park is an ecological crossroads between land and sea. Its turquoise waters attract snorkelers and divers from around the world, while its quiet desert landscapes, panoramic viewpoints, and the famous “Earthquake Crack” reveal the region’s raw natural beauty. Just 25 km from Sharm El-Sheikh, Ras Mohamed offers visitors an unforgettable blend of vibrant underwater life and serene desert wilderness.

Visiting Information

• How to Get There:

  • Located ~25 km from Sharm El-Sheikh.

  • You can go by organized tour (boat or bus) or rent a car / taxi.

• Facilities & Visitor Center:

  • There is a visitor center at Marsa Ghozlani, staffed by park rangers. 

  • Restroom facilities available.

• Tourist Rules / Conservation:

  • Visitors must not touch corals, feed animals, collect organisms, or litter.

  • Anchoring / diving only allowed in designated areas.

  • Camping allowed, but only in specific sites.

  • Unless permitted, visitors should leave before sunset.

• Entrance / Fees:

  • According to some sources, non-Egyptian visitors pay 25–100 EGP (or equivalent) depending on context. 

  • According to TripHobo, it lists +20-693660668 as contact and “24-hrs” access, but verify locally.

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