Are there Ubers in Sharm El Sheikh?

Unfortunately only Cairo and Alexandria have Uber in Egypt. Luxor and Aswan supposedly have Careem, but we never once managed to get a ride. It's a shame Sharm El Sheikh doesn't have Uber because their taxis were the worst rip off of all!



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How to Get Around Sharm el-Sheikh
  1. Public Transportation. You'll see blue and white minibuses taking locals to destinations all over the city but it's against the law for them to carry tourists. ...
  2. Taxi. Taxis are a convenient way of getting around the city, if somewhat expensive. ...
  3. Car.


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SharmTaxi - Sharm El Sheikh Taxi Application launched officially in 2021 to become your ultimate transportation guide when visiting Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Need an airport transfer, travel between hotels or going to tourists hot spots? Get a ride with Sharm taxi app.

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Through a cooperation with local taxi companies in Sharm el-Sheikh, you can order a taxi to a chosen address or your current location and be picked up in just a few minutes.

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There are up to the mark public transport such as microbuses and taxis and for a comfortable ride, there are car rentals as well. People can even walk for small distances and it is a great way to explore the city that is not possible when traveling microbuses or taxis.

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An airport taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to travel directly from Sharm El Sheikh airport to your hotel. Availability is 24/7, and taxis are lined up outside the arrival terminals. All you have to do is head to the front of the queue and board.

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An airport taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to travel directly from Sharm El Sheikh airport to your hotel. Availability is 24/7, and taxis are lined up outside the arrival terminals. All you have to do is head to the front of the queue and board.

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However, in the following situations, credit cards are almost never accepted: Local restaurants and bars. Public transportation and taxis (not Uber)

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This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for details. Yes, there is Uber in Egypt and this ended up being my go-to option for getting around Cairo.

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Waiting around for a taxi is a thing of the past as you can simply open the SIXT app on your phone and order your taxi in just a few steps. There's no need to have cash on you to pay for your ride, as the fare will simply be charged to the credit card linked to your account.

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Sharm El Sheikh (4 days are enough) The famous resort by the Red Sea is located at the extreme south of Sinai Peninsula. It is far from Cairo about 500 km. Sharm is very popular for the dive sites which are considered among the top dive sites in the world like Thistlegorm & Shark and Yolanda Reef.

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Can I visit the Pyramids of Giza from Sharm El Sheikh on a day trip? Yes, companies such as www.sharm-club.com offer private tours with flights, to the Pyramids from Sharm El Sheikh. Trip duration from Sharm El Sheik to the Pyramids is around 15 hours and includes flights from Sharm El Sheikh to Cairo.

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Although it is not customary to tip your taxi driver in Egypt, they do appreciate tips. Normally a fare will be agreed upon prior to your taxi ride and most times this will include a tip. You can always leave a little extra change or round up to the next dollar.

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A trip to this stretch of coastline won't cost a penny, which will be music to your ears if you're chasing free things to do. You'll find Naama Bay Beach in Sharm El Sheikh. There are plenty more attractions to experience not far away, including Aqua Blue Water Park, Sharm Old Town and Sharks Bay Beach.

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The general guidance is to arrive at Sharm El Sheikh at least two hours before scheduled departure for a shorthaul flight and three hours before departure for a longhaul flight.

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Yes, it is possible for citizens of many countries to get a Sharm El Sheik visa on arrival. However,we advise against this if you can get an e-Visa in advance.

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