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Saint Catherine Hiking

Saint Catherine, South Sinai

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Two hikers with backpacks on a mountain trail below snowy peaks

A night climb up Mount Sinai to catch sunrise from the summit, plus Saint Catherine's Monastery and the Sinai valleys.

Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Difficulty
Moderate
Suitable for
Requires moderate fitness and the ability to walk for several hours.

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Saint Catherine is a town of high mountains, clean air and deep quiet. This trip is for people who enjoy walking, a manageable challenge and views that stay with you.

We climb Mount Sinai at night with a local guide, reach the summit before sunrise, then visit the monastery and explore the surrounding valleys.

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Day 1: Arrival

    Travel to Saint Catherine, check in and rest before the climb.

  2. Day 2

    Day 2: Mount Sinai and the monastery

    Night climb, sunrise from the summit, then descend to visit the monastery.

  3. Day 3

    Day 3: Return

    A gentle valley walk, then the journey home.

Included

  • Transport
  • Local guide
  • Accommodation

Not included

  • Monastery entry fees, if any
  • Personal expenses

Meeting point

Confirmed when you book

Accommodation

A simple lodge or camp in Saint Catherine

What to bring

  • Comfortable hiking shoes
  • Layers and a warm jacket
  • Head torch
  • Water bottle

Safety & requirements

  • The climb is at night and fairly demanding — tell us about any heart or knee problems.
  • It can be very cold at the summit.

Questions

How hard is the climb?

Moderate: roughly three hours up a clear path with rest stops.

Booking & cancellation

Bookings are confirmed only after our team gets back to you. Sending a WhatsApp message alone does not confirm a booking.

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