A Managed Resource Protected Area, Abu Galum covers an area of approximately 400sq km. It is north of Nabq Protectorate covering an area between Dahab and the port town of Nuweiba.

The area is made up of craggy granite mountains, with a number of small sinuous wadis which plunge almost vertically into the sea. The wadis support plant and animal life; over 165 plant species are to be found in this protected zone, of which 45 are unique to the area. Among the fauna to be found here include the Nubian Ibex, Rock Hyrax and Red Fox.

Abu Galum is less visited than the parks of Ras Mohammed and Nabq, since it is further away from Sharm and less accessible. Some parts are only accessible by camel, using the Bedouins as guides. However, if you have the opportunity to visit the area, it will certainly be worth the effort.