Location - South Sinai Backgammon Tournament

The Setting

Where Stillness, Story, and Strategy Meet

On the eastern edge of the Sinai Peninsula lies Nuweiba—a place where mountains meet the Red Sea. Unlike the resorts of Sharm or the bustle of Dahab, Nuweiba remains understated and quietly powerful. It is a meeting point of desert and sea, history and presence, patience and play.

Dramatic granite mountains frame a wide coastal plain, glowing red and gold at sunrise. Coral reefs begin meters from shore, where turtles, rays, and dolphins are frequent visitors. Life here moves at a pace dictated by wind, tide, and temperature.

Tawla: The Game of the Region

Backgammon, known locally as tawla, has been played across this region for thousands of years. In cafés throughout Egypt and the Middle East, the clack of dice on wood is as familiar as the call to prayer. Tawla is a social ritual, a contest of foresight and nerve, a quiet duel played in public.

Like the landscape itself, the game balances chance and control. Dice introduce uncertainty; strategy determines outcome. Victory comes not from force, but from timing, restraint, and reading both board and opponent.

In Nuweiba, tawla feels particularly at home. The game mirrors the environment: long stretches of calm punctuated by sudden shifts; patience rewarded, haste punished. Played slowly, often in silence broken only by the sea and the dice, it becomes almost meditative.

A Place of Alignment

Nuweiba reveals itself gradually to those willing to sit still. Days are marked by swims over coral gardens, simple meals on the sand, and conversations without agenda. Nights bring vast skies and a sense of scale that recalibrates perspective.

Whether contemplating ancient stories, watching light shift across the Gulf of Aqaba, or considering your next move over a backgammon board, the lesson is the same: you play the hand you're given, but how you play it matters.

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Perfect Weather

Endless sunshine and warm temperatures year-round. November offers ideal conditions with comfortable days and cool evenings.

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Crystal Waters

The Red Sea's pristine turquoise waters are just steps away. And occasional dolphins make every swim memorable.

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Mountain Backdrop

Dramatic granite peaks frame the coastline, glowing red and gold at sunrise. The landscape feels both ancient and eternal.

Fanan Camp

Your tournament home. Fanan Camp combines traditional Bedouin hospitality with modern comfort. Beachfront accommodations, sea views from every room, and a relaxed atmosphere that invites you to slow down and enjoy the moment.

Abrahim manages the camp. He cooks great food & keeps the place looking clean.

Another area that can be used for playing BG. Tables and chairs will be added.

Tournament Location

There are 2 large areas at the beach side to play BG. Beautiful beach & sea view.

Your Accommodation

Accommodation in Nuweiba is refreshingly simple yet deeply special. The rooms all directly on the beach, so the Red Sea is never out of sight or sound. Rooms are private bungalows or chalets, each with air conditioning for comfort during the warmer months, but the real luxury is waking up to the sea itself. You open your door straight onto sand, palm trees, and clear turquoise water, with the mountains of Sinai rising behind you. There is no concrete skyline, no rush, and no noise beyond the wind, the waves, and the occasional call to prayer drifting across the bay. It is the kind of place where time slows down, mornings start with barefoot walks along the shore, and evenings end under star-filled skies.

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Private Beachfront Bungalows: Air-conditioned chalets opening directly onto the sand with stunning Red Sea views
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All Meals Included: Full board throughout the tournament — breakfast, lunch, and dinner
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Beach Access: Step straight from your door onto pristine beach with palm trees and crystal-clear waters
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Mountain Views: Dramatic Sinai mountains rising behind the camp, no concrete skyline — just nature
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Tournament Venue: Dedicated playing area with shade and sea breeze

Food & Relaxation

Between tournament matches, unwind in paradise. Fresh seafood, traditional Egyptian cuisine, and international favorites. Days are for backgammon and beach. Evenings are for sunset views and conversations beneath the stars.

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Fresh-caught tuna — taste the Red Sea

Experience Nuweiba

Explore the stunning underwater world and beachfront paradise

Dolphins

There are plenty of dolphins in the Red Sea

Beachfront Paradise

Your tournament home awaits

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