St. Catherine & Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike
Climb through the night, watch the sun rise over Sinai
Best Seller
From 45 USD / person
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
10 hours
Up to 16 people
Cultural Day Trips
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dahab
English-speaking guide
Bottled water
Highlights
- ✓Night hike to the summit of Mount Sinai
- ✓Watch sunrise from 2,285 meters
- ✓Visit St. Catherine's Monastery
- ✓Guided throughout by an experienced local guide
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 True Bucket-List Experience
Watching sunrise from Mount Sinai's summit is one of Egypt's most memorable experiences.
Experienced Night-Hike Guide
Our guides know the path well and set a pace suited to the group.
What to Bring
Warm layers (it's cold at night and at the summit)Headlamp or torchSturdy hiking shoesModest clothing for the monastery visit
Trip Essentials
Duration
Overnight (approx. 10 hours)
Location
Dahab, Egypt
Safety
Professional guides & equipment
Payment
Secure & flexible options
