Ras Mohamed national park

Ras Mohamed national park, one of the attractive places in the Egypt, is the first marine park of the country. This national park is a home to thousands of fish species as well as hundreds of coral types. The place, full of natural beauty, is outlined with reefs, lagoons, eye-catching divers and snorkelers. Apart from the aforesaid attractions, there is a plenty of attractions for children too. The park is considered as one of the gems of Egypt and the main attraction of the Red Sea.

Ras Mohamed National Park- A Brief Introduction

Covered an area of 480 square kilometers, this national park encompasses two islands named Tiran and Sanafir. It is the only park that includes both the sea and terrestrial areas of Tiran island (Tiran island is located approximately six km offshore from the Sinai Peninsula). The shoreline starts from the main Sharm-El- Sheikh Harbor and ends to the southern border of the Nabq managed resource protected area. The aforesaid area of the park widens from a point opposite to the Qad Ibn Haddan lighthouse on the Gulf of Suez to the southern border of the Nabq territory on the Gulf of Suez.

History of Ras Mohamed

Located in Gulf of Aqaba, Ras Mohamed was declared as a national park in the year of 1983 for the protection of marine and terrestrial wildlife. However, the development of the park started in the year of 1989. Since then, this national park has become an essential facet to the economic development on South Sinai in Egypt. It is the only national park of Egypt with unique marine life. After declaring it as a national park, it has become one of the greatest tourist attractions in Egypt alluring the attention of travelers from all parts of the world.

Attractions of Ras Mohamed National Park

Ras Mohamed national park is a perfect combination of sea and land. During their tour to this national park, travelers will found more than 220 species of hard corals and more than 123 species of soft coral. Apart from this, more than 1000 species of fish, 40 species of star fish, 25 species of sea urchins, more than a 100 species of mollusk and above all 150 species of crustaceans. Apart from the aforesaid attractions, sea turtle including the green turtle (Chelonia mydas) and the hawksbills turtle also allure the attention of travelers.

Explore the Sea and Earthly heaven in Ras Mohamed National Park

In the park, travelers will also see acacia tree and dum palms around the Wadi mouths. Apart from the trees and palms, herbs and grass can also be seen in the park. In addition to species of fish and coral, the park is also known for underwater caves that are the result of earthquakes. The mangrove swamps, amazing inland lakes growing directly at the side of the sea, are also centre of attraction of the national park that keep travelers mesmerized for a long time. All around the year, travelers from all parts of the world come to visit the park. Travelers can visit the park any time from sunrise to sun set.