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The small town of Taba Egypt (it used to be Egyptian, then it became Israeli, and then Egyptian again) is situated on the frontier between Israel and Egypt, close to the northernmost tip of the Gulf of Aqaba. This is a major border crossing between these countries, and therefore it is the preferred overnight spot for travelers between them. The whole area is part of the Red Sea Riviera of Egypt.

A couple of years ago you wouldn’t have found much here except the opulent Hilton and the bus stop, but development is slowly arriving in Taba, and there are at least quite a number of cafes in town. Twenty kilometers south of Taba the new development of Taba Heights also signifies that development money is slowly starting to siphon into the area. Taba Heights has a number of expensive hotels, and the diving industry in the area is growing rapidly. Numerous diving courses are available. From Taba Heights you can take a ferry to Aqaba in Jordan (frequent), but this option is only open to tourists who are part of a tour group.

You can travel to Taba visa-free for as many as 14 days, thanks to an agreement signed by the governments of Egypt and Israel. In order to take advantage of this agreement, a crossing at the Eilat-Taba border is required. The visa-free zone covers travel as far south as Sharm el-Sheikh, and you can also enjoy St. Catherine, Dahab and Nuweiba.

Taba Egypt has plenty of things to do and see while you are there. The clear, unpolluted waters of the Gulf of Aqaba contain sea life that is second to none around the globe. You can enjoy a few hours at the beach, and then meander through the cafes and shops after a beach side lunch.

For those who enjoy adventure, Colored Canyon is just 50km away from Taba. Aptly named, Colored Canyon is an explosion of colors and unforgettable views. Just 15kim to the south, is a spectacular Fjord, perfect for snorkeling. These protected waters provide wonderful scenery and coral reefs that you will never forget.

Tour operators in town offer tours to Mount Sinai and Petra from Taba Egypt at reasonable prices.

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