Coloured Canyon Sharm El Sheikh 2026 - Excursion Egypt
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Coloured Canyon Sharm El Sheikh 2026

Coloured Canyon from Sharm El Sheikh: unique rock formations, guided hike, Bedouin tea. Price $20. Daily.

08:00 – 16:00 Daily Sharm El Sheikh
Adult price
from $20
Children
from $10

Tour Programme

  • Transfer from hotel
  • Drive to Coloured Canyon (1.5 hours)
  • Guided hike through the canyon
  • Unique coloured rock formations
  • Bedouin tea
  • Return to Sharm

What's included

Included in price

  • Hotel transfer and back
  • Guide
  • Bedouin tea
  • Insurance

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses

About the Tour

The Coloured Canyon is one of the most photogenic places in Sinai and all of Egypt. A narrow canyon with coloured rock walls - red, yellow, orange, purple - formed over millions of years of erosion of Nubian sandstone. The canyon is about 800 metres long, with the narrowest sections less than a metre wide. The hike takes about 2 hours. Difficulty level: easy, suitable for all ages. One of the most accessible and impressive natural sites on the Sinai Peninsula.

What to bring

Passport Sunscreen Hat Drinking water Camera Comfortable shoes Light clothing

Discounts

Children 6–11 years - 50% of adult price

Children under 5 - free

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the canyon hike difficult?
No, the route is easy. Closed shoes are required. Suitable for children from age 6 and elderly visitors.
How far is the canyon from Sharm?
About 60 km, drive takes approximately 1.5 hours.
Why are the rocks coloured?
The colours are created by iron oxides (red, orange) and manganese oxides (purple, black) in the Nubian sandstone.
When is the best time to visit?
October–April. Very hot in summer, but the tour runs year-round.

Coloured Canyon from Sharm El Sheikh: everything you need to know

The Coloured Canyon (Wadi Watir) is located 60 km north of Sharm El Sheikh in the Sinai mountains. The drive takes about 1.5 hours. The canyon was formed in Nubian sandstone - a rock rich in iron and manganese oxides that give the cliffs extraordinary colours: from vivid red to purple and yellow.

The canyon hike

The route through the canyon takes about 2 hours. The path passes through narrow gaps between the rocks, sometimes requiring you to squeeze through sideways. There are occasional small climbs and descents over rocks - nothing difficult, but closed shoes are essential. The guide explains the geology of the canyon and the history of Sinai. At the end of the route - tea with the Bedouins at a small camp.

Best time to visit

October–April is optimal. In summer the canyon is very hot (40–45°C), though the narrow walls provide shade. Early morning light (8–10 am) creates the best conditions for photography - the rocks glow in warm red and orange tones.

Practical information

Distance from Sharm: 60 km, approximately 1.5 hours drive. Hotel transfer included. Guide included. Bedouin tea included. Lunch not included - bring a snack. Essential: closed shoes, hat, water, sunscreen.


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