Things to do in Sharm El Sheikh

What to expect in Sharm El Sheikh

The things-to-do catalogue is led by Tours, then Water activities, Outdoor & sports activities, Cruises and Massages, so you can pick between guided sightseeing, snorkelling/diving and active outdoor options depending on your travel style. Water activities offer the widest range of prices and the most variety, while Cruises appear as a lower-priced, straightforward option. Demand peaks in November and the quietest month is June, so booking the same popular experiences is likeliest to be harder in November and easiest in June.

How to choose which experiences to book

A key decision is whether you prioritise variety or value: Water activities provide the widest range, from about HKD 211 at the entry level to roughly HKD 421 at the upper end, which suits travellers who want options from budget snorkels to premium diving trips. If you prefer predictability, Cruises have a narrow price band around HKD 187, so shopping around gains little.

For filling gaps in an itinerary, consider the most affordable way in: Cruises typically sit at HKD 187, while mid-range choices such as Tours and Outdoor & sports activities show more variation in what’s offered and where the price lands — Tours typically around HKD 195, Outdoor & sports activities typically around HKD 273.

When travellers from Hong Kong book

Most travellers book close to travel time, typically around 2 days ahead, while the earliest planners look about 12 days out. Plan on booking within a week or so for most experiences; having that small cushion matters most in November, when demand peaks.

How the city’s top categories compare on price

The table below shows how Sharm El Sheikh’s leading activity categories compare on typical price and the usual price range.

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.