Welcome / مرحباً
Egypt in general, and South Sinai in particular, are safe despite trouble in the broader region and some overly cautious government advisories. Understand the situation and make informed decisions… read more.
Transport
We can organize transport for smaller or larger parties across Sinai, including Sharm el Sheikh International Airport and the Taba border crossing, and to/from Cairo — door to door… read more.
Beaches & Watersports
The coast and coral reefs along the Gulf of Aqaba, stretching from Sharm el Sheikh to Taba, form a world-class tourist destination offering a pleasant climate all year round and excellent diving… read more.
Around Town
Apart from water sports, restaurants, and bars, there are other activities visitors can enjoy in the coastal tourist towns and in the vicinity of St Catherine in the mountainous interior… read more.
St Catherine Monastery & Mt Sinai
Most visitors come for the sunrise, but we recommend the sunset for peace and quiet. You could also discover more of the range than just the holy peak on a one-day or overnight hike… read more.
Christian Sites
There are many ancient Christian sites around the town of St Catherine, including dozens of churches and chapels, several more monasteries, and hundreds of Byzantine ruins… read more.
Mountain Gardens
Dating back to the Byzantine era and adopted by the local Bedouin, the tradition of orchard farms and organic gardens is a unique feature of the High Mountains… read more.
Hiking & Trekking
The Sinai High Mountain Region, around the town of St Catherine, is a fantastic yet little-known trekking destination. Egypt’s highest peak, Mt Katherine, is an impressive mountain, and there are water pools, canyons, and lush wadis… read more.
Walking & Camel Safaris
The real safari, the way the Bedouin have travelled for at least a couple of thousand years, is by camel and on foot. Camel safaris include walks, and most people are happy for a change from time to time. You can also do the whole distance on foot, using the camel only to carry bags, food, and water…. read more.
4×4 Safaris
South Sinai is a great off-roading destination, and many people visit at least a couple of sights in the desert — usually the Colored Canyon and the lovely oasis of Ein Khudra with the adjoining White Canyon. However, to truly experience the magic of the desert, at least an overnight tour is recommended… read more.
Rock Climbing
Sinai offers high-adrenaline adventure sports in the interior, and it stands out from a rock-climbing perspective thanks to its world-class rock faces. You need to be an experienced climber and have your own gear, but we can help with all the logistics… read more.
Body, Mind, Spirit
In the mountains and desert there are perfect places for yoga, retreats, fasting, and other spiritual activities to replenish the body, mind, and spirit. Our guides will direct you to the right place and then stay away, preparing healthy food and drinks for as long as you need.. read more.
Medicinal Herbs
There are hundreds of medicinal and aromatic plants in Sinai, many endemic, which the Bedouin have traditionally used as natural remedies. Most gardens grow some of these wild plants, and the knowledge of the medicine man — the hakim — lives on through apprentices and various projects… read more.
Visit a Desert School
Bedouin families live in small hamlets and settlements across the deserts of Sinai, but these days most children go to school. Visit one of these desert schools and perhaps offer an English class for the eager and curious pupils… read more.
Handicrafts
Most women are involved in making handicrafts at home, and there are still a few men who keep up the traditional crafts such as silversmith work. Several projects support these traditions and display and sell these items for the benefit of the community… read more.
Accommodation
There are different types of speciality accommodation in Sinai that are difficult or impossible to book online, such as Bedouin camps, eco- and nature lodges, and garden stays. See if you find something you like, and we can help with the reservation… read more.
Download our Free Guide
Download our free guide to the attractions and nature of South Sinai, including a hikers’ Bedouin-Arabic dictionary, or download the dictionary separately.
- Full guide
(discoversinai.pdf 12.9 MB)
Complete version: places of interest, fauna and flora, dictionary - Dictionary only
(dictionary.pdf 0.29 MB)
Black-and-white, easy and cheap to print or photocopy
