National Parks

Ras Muhammad National Park (Arabic: رأس محمد) is one of Egypt’s most breathtaking natural treasures, located at the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula. Just 12 km from Sharm El Sheikh, the park lies between the Gulf of Suez and the Gulf of Aqaba, making it a true meeting point of land and sea. Today, it stands as a world-class destination for diving, snorkeling, and eco-tourism in the Red Sea.

The SS Thistlegorm is more than just a shipwreck – it’s a living museum resting beneath the waves of the Red Sea. Built in 1940 by J.L. Thompson and Sons in Sunderland, England, this 415-foot British merchant vessel was originally designed to support the Allied war effort during World War II. Equipped with a triple-expansion steam engine and reinforced with defensive weapons, the Thistlegorm was prepared for both transport and protection.

Wadi El Gemal National Park (“Valley of the Camels”) is one of Egypt’s largest and most impressive protected areas, a place where desert meets the sea in unforgettable harmony. Located along the Red Sea coast just south of Marsa Alam, this national park covers an expansive area of 7,450 square kilometers—including 4,770 km² of stunning desert landscapes and 2,100 km² of pristine marine habitats.