St. Catherine & Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike from Dahab
Climb through the night, watch the sun rise over Sinai
About this activity
Night hike up Mount Sinai to watch sunrise from the summit, then visit St. Catherine's Monastery, one of the world's oldest working monasteries.
Full description
Departing late evening from Dahab, you'll begin the ascent by torchlight along the camel path, reaching the summit region before dawn. After watching the sunrise over the surrounding mountains, descend via the Steps of Repentance and visit St. Catherine's Monastery before the drive back to Dahab.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dahab
- English-speaking guide
- Bottled water
Not included
- St. Catherine's Monastery entry fee
- Local Bedouin summit guide fee (paid on-site)
- Breakfast
About this activity
Highlights
- ✓Climb Mount Sinai's 2,285-meter summit at night to catch sunrise
- ✓Descend to visit St. Catherine's Monastery, one of the world's oldest
- ✓Follow the same route tradition holds Moses once climbed
Tour Itinerary & Map
- 1 Late-evening pickup from your Dahab hotel
- 2 Night hike up the camel path
- 3 Sunrise from the summit of Mount Sinai
- 4 Descent via the Steps of Repentance
- 5 Visit to St. Catherine's Monastery
- 6 Drive back and drop-off at your hotel
Why Choose This Tour
A dedicated guide accompanies the overnight climb and monastery visit.
The night hike is timed precisely so you reach the summit as the sun comes up.
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dahab included.
What to Bring
Trip Essentials
Overnight (approx. 10 hours)
Dahab, Egypt
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
Frequently Asked Questions
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