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Beach & Island

Tiran Island

📍 Tiran Island, Red Sea, Egypt
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Introduction

Tiran Island guards the strait where the Gulf of Aqaba meets the Red Sea — a protected isle off Sinai. Ringed by coral reefs and famed shipwreck dive sites, its water is crystal clear, a pristine, top spot for both snorkelling and deep diving in the Red Sea. Around it, reefs like Jackson and Thomas teem with fish — among the Red Sea's richest biodiversity.

Highlights

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Guards strait
Tiran Island guards the strait where the Gulf of Aqaba meets the Red Sea — a protected isle.
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Coral ring
Ringed by coral reefs and famed shipwreck dive sites, its water is crystal clear.
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Crystal water
To go deeper, Crystal water is the perfect entry point.
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Snorkel, dive
Snorkel, dive adds a different flavour to Tiran Island.

🛈 Practical Info

AdmissionFree (reference)
HoursAlways (reference)
DurationAbout a day
Getting thereSpeedboat or cruise
TipSnorkel aboard
NoteSun, water

💡 Tips

Allow About a day for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.
Opening Always open (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
Getting there: Red Sea; pair with nearby sights.
Tiran Island rewards a slow visit—catch the signature view.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Tiran Island?

Allow About a day for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening Always open (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.