Mountains & Hiking
Overnight
Mount Mousa Sinai & St. Catherine
About Mount Mousa Sinai & St. Catherine
An overnight trip from Dahab to climb Mount Sinai under the stars, watch the sunrise from the summit, and visit St. Catherine’s Monastery in the morning before returning to Dahab.
Experience Highlights
Climb Mount Sinai at night with a mountain guide.
Watch the sunrise from the summit.
Enjoy panoramic mountain views during the descent.
Visit St. Catherine’s Monastery in the morning.
Details & Prices
Duration: Overnight, returning after the morning visit.
Departure: Around 11:00 PM from your accommodation in Dahab.
Itinerary: Dahab → Mount Sinai night climb → Summit sunrise → Descent → St. Catherine’s Monastery → Return to Dahab.
Price: [Add adult price per person.]
Foreign Visitors: An additional USD 10 per person for protected-area entry.
Children: Ages 0–6 travel free; over 6 and under 12 pay half price.
Good to Know
- Requires a demanding climb at night and a descent after sunrise.
- Not suitable for people with health conditions that affect their ability to climb, or children unable to complete the hike.
- Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring warm layers, especially in winter.
- Bring snacks, light meals, and enough drinking water.
- Bring cash for purchases along the route; card payments are unavailable.
- Monastery Visiting Hours: 9:00 AM–11:30 AM.
- Closed: Fridays, Sundays, and major Orthodox holidays. The monastery visit is not included on these days.
Location & Experience Gallery
Browse all verified photos of Mount Mousa Sinai & St. Catherine (4 high-resolution photos)
Amenities & Features
Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Dahab.
Round-trip transportation.
Mountain guide for the climb.
Protected-area entry included for Egyptian visitors.
Location & Neighborhood
Pick-up from your hotel in Dahab
Quick Facts
- Trip Style
- Mountains & Hiking
- Duration
- Overnight
- Trip Option
- Shared Trip
- Suitable For
- Families, Non-swimmers
Direct Contact
Mount Mousa Sinai & St. Catherine
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Entrance fee for non Egyptian
1,150 EGP