Naama Bay Holidays

Naama Bay is one of Sharm El Sheikh’s best-known resort areas, set around a sheltered bay on the southern tip of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. It has a lively, easy-to-navigate feel, with many hotels, cafés, restaurants and shops clustered close to the seafront promenade. For UK holidaymakers looking for a Red Sea break with plenty on the doorstep, it is a convenient base that combines beach time with dining, evening entertainment and access to diving and snorkelling trips.

The bay itself has a sandy beachfront with calm, clear water, and many hotel sections are set up with sunbeds and beach service. It is well suited to relaxed days by the sea, though swimmers should take care around coral areas and use reef-safe footwear where advised. The Red Sea is the main draw for many visitors, and Naama Bay is a popular starting point for snorkelling, glass-bottom boat trips and diving excursions. Local dive centres offer options for beginners as well as experienced divers, with boat trips often heading towards nearby reef sites and the wider Sharm El Sheikh area.

Away from the beach, Naama Bay’s pedestrian promenade is a focal point, especially in the evening. Restaurants range from Egyptian and Middle Eastern dishes to international menus, with plenty of casual places for a relaxed meal. The resort is also known for its nightlife, with bars, shisha cafés, hotel entertainment and clubs creating a busier atmosphere than many quieter Red Sea resorts. It can feel quite lively after dark, particularly around the central promenade and main shopping streets.

Naama Bay is also practical for exploring more of Sharm El Sheikh. Soho Square, the Old Market and other resort districts are usually reachable by taxi, while day trips may include desert experiences, quad biking, Bedouin-style dinners or boat excursions. Many visitors spend most of their time between the beach, hotel pools and promenade, but there is enough nearby activity to keep a week’s holiday varied. Overall, Naama Bay suits travellers who want a warm-weather resort with a central location, a choice of places to eat and drink, and easy access to the Red Sea’s underwater scenery.