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Hiking in Egypt's Highland Trails

Hiking in Egypt’s Highland Trails is one of the most rewarding ways to explore the country’s untamed beauty. These routes follow ancient pilgrims’ paths and lead deep into Bedouin culture, offering experiences that go far beyond typical sightseeing. The terrain is diverse—combining climbs to Mount Sinai and Mount Catherine (Egypt’s highest summit) with hikes through the dramatic valleys of Saint Catherine (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and lush mountain gardens. Hiking Egypt’s mountain trails reveals a side of the country few travelers ever see. Hidden gems like El-Galt El-Azraq, Mount Ahmar, Mount Na’ga, and Saqar Canyon offer both natural beauty and cultural depth. These were once the seasonal homes and gardens of nomadic Bedouins—places of survival, storytelling, and tradition, rich with meaning and legends passed down for generations. Along the way, you’ll live the authentic Bedouin way of life with the Gebaliya tribe, including cooking over a fire and sleeping under the stars, and learning about ancient herbal medicine, customs, and traditions that still shape life in the mountains today.