ABOUT THE RED SEA The Red Sea is a unique body of water. An extension of the vast tropical Indian Ocean, the Red Sea is a narrow and long semi-enclosed sea. From the straits of Bab El Mandab in the south, to the tip of the Gulf of Aqaba in the northeast and the Gulf of Suez in the northwest. Surrounded by the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula on the East Side and the desserts of Africa on it's West Side the Red Sea is part of the great Syrian-African rift. An oasis of life amidst arid desserts, the Red Sea is known for it's deep clear water sustaining an abundance of marine life. The most northern coral reefs on the pace of our planet are growing at the tip of the Gulf of Aqaba in the Jordanian and Israeli towns of Aqaba and Eilat. The climate of Red Sea is effected by its proximity to the Mediterranean Sea and its moderate climate, as well as by the proximity to the Indian Ocean, which is ruled by the South Asian Monsoon winds. In Between the Gulfs of Aqaba and Suez lies the triangular, Egyptian, Sinai Peninsula and at it tip Ras Muhammad- a place of pilgrimage for divers from all around the globe. SHARM EL SHEIKH Not far from Ras Muhammad lies the town of Sharm El Sheikh. Sharm, as it is usually called, is a purpose built town designed to cater for the tourists- dive tourists in particular. An international airport serves the town, bringing tourists from all over the world. Large and small hotels are available to suit all budgets, restaurants, cafes and casinos are there for you to enjoy. A new marina serves the ever-growing dive industry.