Abu Galum Protectorate

 


One of the coastal nature protectorates, extending both into the sea and inland, Abu Galum provides a pristine coast line between Nuweiba and Dahab. Approachable by car from the north via Bier Zweir, it is also connected on foot or camel-back to the Blue Hole and Dahab in the south. You can also approach it from the desert via Naqb Umm Isma, Wadi Rsasa, and Wadi Oqda. 

More info and map: Abu Galum Protectorate and Trek 20.

Photos were taken in 2008 and 2011.

Approaching Abu Galum from the desert, via Naqb Umm Isma. (Photo: Dave Lucas, 10 March 2008)


Hike through Wadi Rsasa and Wadi Oqda to the sea. (Photos: Dave Lucas, 11 March 2008)








Approaching Abu Galum by car from the main road near Nuweiba, passing Bier Zweir in Wadi Amud, reaching first heading to Ras Abu Galum and then the Laguna area of the protectorate. Return the same way. (24 July 2011)














More photos coming.


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