The Prime Ministerial Decree declared Taba Natural Monument (TNM) as one of Egypt's Protected Areas in 1998. The areas of Ain Hudra, Wadi Hudra, Wadi Ghazala and El-Nakab within the TNM are locations that have great tourism potential.
The aim of this project is to sensitively develop these areas by adding suitable facilities and infrastructure for both the tourists and the local Bedouin people. The Bedouin settlements in Ain Hudra are currently few, for a number of reasons, but in particular the difficulties associated with both accessing water and a sufficient supply, and the poor water quality for agriculture.
Alternative energy solutions in the form of wind, solar panels, energy efficient lighting and solar cookers are to be developed in the TNM as a way to save electricity and reduce carbon emissions.
The participation of the local Bedouins in all activities of the project will generate immediate and long terms benefits. Based on this strong relationship with the local population, the following additional benefits have been established:
This project is set to run over a two year period.