Egypt’s Sacred Highlands

Difficulty

Challenging

Comfort

Basic

Group size

2-10 tourists,
over 18 y.o.

Hiking in Egypt’s Highland Trails is one of the most rewarding ways to discover the country’s wild and untamed beauty. These trails follow ancient pilgrimage routes, guiding you deep into Bedouin culture and landscapes that go far beyond ordinary sightseeing. The journey blends summits of Mount Sinai and Mount Catherine (Egypt’s highest peak) with hikes through the dramatic valleys of Saint Catherine (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and its hidden mountain gardens.

Exploring Egypt’s highlands reveals a side of the country that few travelers ever experience. El-Galt El-Azraq, Mount Ahmar, Mount Na’ga, and Saqar Canyon are among the hidden gems you’ll encounter—places where nature, history, and Bedouin tradition converge. These valleys and gardens once sustained nomadic tribes, serving as havens of survival, storytelling, and timeless legends.

Ahmed M. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English

We create authentic hiking and trekking experiences in the mountains and deserts of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. Based in Saint Catherine, we specialize in both iconic treks—like Mount Sinai sunrise hikes and Mount Catherine ascents—and multi-day expeditions that take travelers deep into the wilderness with our Bedouin guides. For us, hiking is more than just walking trails—it’s about connecting with nature, culture, and people. That’s why every journey combines breathtaking landscapes with Bedouin hospitality, storytelling, and traditional desert life. Our mission is to make Sinai’s unique beauty accessible to hikers who want something deeper than a standard tour—a journey that transforms, inspires, and stays with you for life.

Tour highlights

Discover Hidden Gems

Explore El-Galt El-Azraq (the Blue Pool), Saqar Canyon, and secluded Secret Gardens known only to the Bedouins.

Live the Bedouin Way

Camp in mountain gardens, share fireside meals, and learn traditions from the Gebaliya tribe, Sinai’s indigenous guardians.

Walk Ancient Trails

Follow pilgrims’ and monastic routes across dramatic valleys, boulder fields, and timeless desert landscapes.

Route details

Our adventure begins in Saint Catherine City, where we prepare our daypacks before driving to the small village of Abu Sela. From here, the trail leads us through Shaq Tenya and up Mount Na’ga, where a breathtaking panoramic view of the Sinai unfolds. After lunch on the summit, we continue on foot to a tranquil garden near Saqar Canyon, where we’ll camp beneath a sky full of stars.

Difficulty

Challenging

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape

Tour provider's comments

You don’t need to be an expert hiker to join the trekking in Sinai, but you do need to be fit enough to hike for at least 6–7 hours every day in Sinai weather. You will walk through the amazing boulder-strewn wadis, dramatic switchbacks sometimes and through rocky trails or green valleys. However, each day will just keep you motivated for the next with the great company and breathtaking scenery.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Tent

6 nights

The Bedouins usually sleep under the stars. They call it the million-star hotel.
But sometimes there will be camping nights in the gardens equipped with Rocky rooms by the Bedouins; some of them contain mattresses and blankets, and sometimes we will camp our way through the pristine Sinai Trail. You will learn basic camping skills and how to set up a tent.