Lagoona Beach is the calm, shallow lagoon at the south end of Dahab, the best sandy beach in town for swimming and the main spot for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
Coming from Cairo? Our 5-day tour from Cairo to Dahab gives you time on the beach.
The Lagoona is a shallow, sandy bay at the southern end of Dahab, in the area also known as Laguna. A sand spit shelters it from the open sea, so the water is calm, warm and only waist-deep in many places. Hotels and beach clubs line the shore, and the steady wind across the flat water makes it Dahab’s centre for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
The lagoon has a sandy bottom, so it is not a coral snorkelling spot; for reefs, go to the Lighthouse or the Blue Hole.
| Spot | Water | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Lagoona | Shallow, sandy and calm in the morning | Families, beginner windsurfers and kitesurfers |
| Lighthouse | Reef close to shore | Easy snorkelling from town |
| Eel Garden | Reef and sandy slope | Gentle snorkelling north of town |
| Blue Hole | Deep water by the reef wall | Experienced snorkellers and divers |
Lagoona is the one spot in Dahab where you can wade out without stepping on a reef, which is why families and learners choose it.
Dahab is windy most of the year, and the wind usually builds through the afternoon, which suits windsurfing and kitesurfing. Mornings are calmer and better for swimming with children. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable months, and winter water is cool, so bring a wetsuit for long sessions. For the full picture, see when to visit Dahab.
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Yes, if you want calm water and soft sand, or want to learn windsurfing or kitesurfing. It is the most family-friendly beach in Dahab. For coral and fish, combine it with the Eel Garden or a snorkelling trip.
Book a nearby tour: the lagoon is easy to visit on your own. For a guided day on the reefs, see the Blue Hole and Three Pools snorkelling trip from Dahab or all our Dahab day tours.
Book this experience: Dahab tours.
At the southern end of Dahab, in the Laguna area, a short taxi ride from the centre.
Yes. The water is shallow and calm, with a sandy bottom.
Yes. Several schools give lessons for beginners and rent equipment.
Not really; the lagoon has a sandy bottom. Dahab’s reefs are north of the centre.
Join one of our Dahab tours or Dahab day tours with a local guide.
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