DIVE THE
SINAI
WITH REEFCOMBER TOURS

DAHAB

Known internationally as a summer and winter resort, the Red Sea offers some of the best locations for diving activities in the world. A breathtaking coastline of sun-drenched beaches and crystal-clear water make it a favourite among divers and travellers alike. Nesima Hotel and Diving Center is located in Dahab, a bedouin village situated on the Eastern coast of the Sinai peninsula.

Dahab's picturesque landscape, its spectacular mountain ranges and golden palm fringed bays make it one of the most beautiful locations in all Sinai. Nesima Resort offers the opportunity to create an individual itinerary for your holiday, combining accommodation, diving, excursions and transfers. Nesima Resort is located in the small, picturesque town of Dahab, South Sinai, along the coast of the Gulf of Aqaba. Only 90 km north of the international resort and airport of Sharm El Sheik, Dahab offers the diver and non-diver alike the famed delights of the Red Sea combined with the striking geography and history of Sinai.

Dahab has a moderate climate all year round which makes it the perfect summer and winter diving location. Its fresh breezes make it a small paradise, even during the hottest summer months. Temperatures range between 16-28°C (61-82°F) in winter and 28-38°C (82-100°F) during the summer. The water temperature ranges from 28°C in the summer to 21°C in the winter, creating a tropical environment for the abundance of corals and marine life which has made the Red Sea one of the best dive destinations world-wide.
The surrounding landscape of Dahab is breathtaking, with the rugged mountain skyline and palm tree beaches. The local area offers various places of interest that can be visited by Camel or Jeep. Dahab still holds its own atmosphere and character that is unique. You will experience while walking along the beach front, lined with coffee houses and bazaars, the radiant color, jumble, noise and aroma, all that makes up Dahab.

Nesima Hotel & Facilities:

The rooms are all dome-shaped with private bathrooms, air-condition & telephone. The swimming pool, with wet and snack bar is available to all the guests. The hotel also caters for handicapped persons and offers child-care facilities for families. Between dives, enjoy your time relaxing at the beach, around the pool or simply sunbathe in any of the sun-lounging areas.

Restaurant & Bars: Do not miss to visit the roof top bar as well as the "Ship wreck" winter bar. After a day's diving, snorkeling or basking in the sun, visit Nesima's 4 * Restaurant serving delicious local and international cuisine.

Surroundings: The traditional bedouin tent, in its natural surroundings, in the shade of palm trees by day and beneath the sparkling stars by night, will enable you to experience some of the local culture in its purest form. Located on the shores of the Red Sea, we offer direct access to great diving & snorkeling spots and extensive sun-lounging areas. A perfect ending to a perfect day! Enjoy the views of the sun setting over Sinai - One of the most beautiful sights you will ever experience.

      
Diving Center Technical Information: Nesima Diving Center holds a high level of service and proficiency. Our facilities include two silent Bauer compressors (V7.5 and V20), 140 tanks, 50 full sets of Scubapro equipment, individual guest equipment storage lockers, diving equipment retail shop and four 4WD vehicles equipped with VHF radios. We offer a wide range of diving activities from introductory dives, guided dives, camel / diving safaris and a full range of courses from open water to professional level, all undertaken by our multi-lingual instructors.

Diving:

Guided shore dives, led by one of our Divemaster or Instructors, depart twice daily to one of the many sites along the 20km stretch of pristine Sinai coastline.
Checkout Dive: This dive aims to refresh those who have not dived within the last six months by undertaking a skill circuit and completing a scuba tune-up questionnaire. Having completed the skills review, customers experience the splendor of one of the local reefs.
   
THE BELLS / BLUE HOLE:
One of the premier dives sites here in Dahab is the Bells, a spectacular wall dive of amazing beauty. The open water here is some of the clearest, deepest blue you will see. The wall itself descends down into the blue to an incredible 1800m which only adds to the anticipation experienced when emerging through the chimney. Waiting for you at the end of the dive is the awe inspiring Blue Hole, just perfect for a relaxing safety stop.
THE CANYON:
The Dahab Canyon is the classic canyon, an essential dive for all fanatics of caves and cavern diving. Up to 10 metres deep and virtually closed over at the top, it snakes its way up from the depths, to emerge in a large glassfish filled coral dome, the fish bowl.
THE ISLANDS:
An underwater maze of spectacular coral gardens, this dive site is renown for its enormous range of vividly colored corals. Weave your way through the meandering passages, swim with the resident school of barracuda and play with turtles and other marine animals which reside in this divers haven.
THE LIGHTHOUSE:
Offers a number of different dives depending on the route chosen. The sprawling coral gardens offer an abundance of marine life and vividly colourful corals, extending far from the shore. The wall and the sprawling coral gardens, which extend far from the shore, offer varying depth ranges making it suitable for all.
EEL GARDEN:
This is a gently sloping wall dive to suit all levels of divers and offers easy entry and exit through a shallow sandy lagoon, home to several lion fish. As the name suggests there are numerous garden eels that can be seen opposite the wall in the white sloping sand bank.
RICK'S REEF:
Is a pleasant drift dive following a meandering wall covered in numerous varieties of corals.
RAS ABU HILAL:
'Headland of the crescent moon'. It refers to the crescent shaped reef about half a kilometre south of the Canyon. The reef encircles a shallow lagoon at about 12 metres. RAS ABU GALOUM:
Approximately 15 kilometres north of Dahab and is a marine and wildlife reserve. The area is of astounding beauty and is perfect for enjoying Bedouin hospitality and the starry skies of the desert. Ras Abu Galoum may be reached on a one / two day jeep or camel safari run from Nesima and offers the perfect opportunity to experience desert, Sinai mountains, the underwater world and Bedouin hospitality.
GABR EL BINT:
This spectacular diving area, located almost 30 kilometres south of Dahab, can only be reached by unconventional means; the Sinai camel Trek along the coastline, shadowed by the majestic mountains of Sinai, to reach these virgin reefs in one of the one or two day camel safaris run from Nesima. This diving experience can be combined with an insight into the culture of the local Bedouin who prepare traditional food and drinks and care for the camels.

Diving Safaris:

Nesima offers the diver and non-diver alike the opportunity to visit some of the remote areas of Sinai. Camps are set up at various locations, some of which can only be reached by camels or 4x4 trucks.
The length of the safaris varies from one day up to 15 days. All safaris are guided by local Bedouins and coordinated by Nesima staff. With your comfort in mind, authentic Bedouin tents are set up for resting and sleeping, compressor on site for longer duration's and freshly made local food are all included in our safaris.  Whether exploring the isolated dive sites along the coast or delving into the desert by 4x4, Nesima's Safaris are the best way to experience the Sinai, in it's purest form.

Non-Diving Day trips:

To places of interest such as swimming with the dolphin or walking through colored splashed mountains at The Colored Canyon, or snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon can all be arranged through Nesima.  Over-night trips to Mount Sinai & St. Catherine's Monastery, reaching the mountain peak in time to watch the spectacular sunrise, is also a memorable experience. trekking to our designated site can be done either on camel back or by foot.
Plants & herbs grow freely in the desert. Bedouins enjoy sharing their knowledge as for the uses and remedies of their medicinal herbs.
Our non-diving safaris are designed not only as an educational tool but also as an appreciation of the surrounding desert, culture and nature.

Guided Diving:

Transfer (min 2-4 passengers) Sharm el Sheikh - Dahab - Sharm el Sheikh:
One person: R 690 return
Two-Four people: R 345 per person return
Taba border - Dahab - Taba border:
One person: R 1270 return
Two-Four people: R 620 per person return

Cost:

Hotel Rates are per room per night and depending on seasons.

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All prices are per person sharing and are provisional and subject to change without prior notice.

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For your next
dive trip call
André Nel

Tel: (011) 781 6520
Fax: (011) 781 6521
Email: info@reefcomber.co.za

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