Islands

Brothers Islands (El Ikhwa Islands): Egypt’s Legendary Red Sea Dive Destination

El Ikhwa Islands (Arabic: جزر الإخوة, meaning “Islands of Brotherhood”), commonly known as the Brothers Islands, are a pair of small, remote islands located in the heart of Egypt’s Red Sea Governorate. These twin islands—Big Brother and Little Brother—are celebrated across the global diving community for their dramatic underwater scenery, thriving marine life, and advanced diving thrills.

Tiran Island (Arabic: جزيرة تيران Jazīrat Tīrān) is a scenic and historically significant island located at the entrance of the Strait of Tiran, where the Red Sea meets the Gulf of Aqaba. Covering around 80 square kilometers, the island lies between Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula and Saudi Arabia’s northwest coast. Today, Tiran officially belongs to Saudi Arabia, although it was under Egyptian administration until 2017, when sovereignty was formally transferred following a parliamentary agreement in Egypt and approval by President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.

Zabargad Island (جزيرة الزبرجد Geziret El Zabargad), also known as St. John’s Island, is an enchanting destination in Egypt’s southern Red Sea—celebrated for its dramatic geology, rich history, and world-class diving experiences.