Introducing Nuweiba
Turquoise waters edged by fine, sandy beaches and rimmed on both sides by barren, rugged mountain chains give Nuweiba one of the most attractive settings among Sinai’s resort towns. Stretched randomly over about 15km, however, Nuweiba lacks a defined centre and a cohesive ambience, and functions primarily as a port town rather than a travellers’ retreat. As a result, Nuweiba has never managed to attract the cult following of nearby Dahab or the massive development of Sharm el-Sheikh. Indeed, most travellers pass through Nuweiba either on their way to the scenic camps and resorts further up the coast, or to catch the Aqaba-bound ferry en route to Petra in Jordan.
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Yet the lack of crowds gives Nuweiba its own appeal, and the town makes a reasonable stop if you’re working your way up or down the coast. Nuweiba is also a good place to organise jeep and camel safaris into the interior, and its modest diving scene means that its offshore reefs are comparatively uncrowded. Although it’s perhaps not a tourist destination in itself, a number of low-key resorts and backpacker-friendly camps make Nuweiba a pleasant enough place to spend a few days.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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