Overview
Port Sudan is Sudan's primary Red Sea port and the gateway to some of the most pristine, uncrowded dive sites in the world. Unlike more popular Red Sea destinations in Egypt, Port Sudan offers uncrowded reefs with exceptional marine life including hammerhead sharks.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Diving · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
International phone coverage and internet services are available but may be slower than Western standards.
Money
Prices at hotels are quoted in US dollars. Local purchases may be in Sudanese pounds. Credit card acceptance is likely limited to major hotels.
Safety
Sudan has travel advisories in place. Check your government's travel warnings before visiting. Avoid taking photographs of military installations.
Transport
Port Sudan New International Airport connects to Dubai, Jeddah, Cairo, and Khartoum. Rickshaws are the most convenient city transport.
Weather
November through February offers the best diving conditions with hammerhead shark sightings, though winds can make seas rough.