What is the sea like in Sharm El Sheikh — is it worth visiting Egypt just for the Red Sea, and how salty is it?

Travelers describe Egypt as a country of contrasts — besides the sea, mainly the historical sites impress, while the surrounding everyday scenery is best overlooked.

For first-time visitors, the sea is by far the most memorable part of the trip — the rest of the landscape (hot, dry, sandy) can feel boring.

The Red Sea is very salty, so it keeps you floating on the surface almost effortlessly — just light paddling with your arms and legs is enough to swim.