St. Catherine & Mount Sinai Sunrise Hike
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
- ✓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
Watching sunrise from Mount Sinai's summit is one of Egypt's most memorable experiences.
Our guides know the path well and set a pace suited to the group.
What to Bring
Trip Essentials
Overnight (approx. 10 hours)
Dahab, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh & Marsa Alam
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
