About our Programs

Sheikh Sina offers treks in the remote, unexplored valleys and oases of the rugged Sinai mountains. With 30 years experience in the trekking business, we bring together the knowledge of the 8 Bedouin tribes living in this area. Such a unique set-up allows us to offer excursions in areas where other operators do not venture.

The treks involve approximately 6 hours of moderate walking every day, with a rest for lunch. The expeditions are therefore suitable for any reasonably fit person. In the summer months, an early start and long rests in the midday heat is in order, while in the winter, camp is folded later with a shorter break for lunch. All the equipment and food is carried by camel to the camp site each night, the hiker need only carry a daypack with water, some snacks and small personal belongings. (see packing checklist for further details)

All equipment and food is carried by camel to the campsite each night making the walking experience much more enjoyable. All the hiker needs to have is a daypack with water, some snacks and personal belongings such as sketchpad, phrasebook, camera… Accommodations, food, guides and cameleers are included in the price.

We are currently offering treks in two areas, the Galt Region and the Umm Shomar Region. The first is run all year round, while the later is only offered in the winter months from October to March.

The Galt Region

The Galt Region is located in the central Sinai mountain range where Egypt's highest peaks are concentrated. It is characterized by sharp mountaintops and smooth granite massifs, a labyrinth of dry riverbeds dotted with green orchards, gardens, huge rock formations, granite water pools and narrow canyons. This region includes Sinai’s highest, Mt. Catherine at 2642m, along with other impressive peaks. Scattered throughout the area are several water pools large enough to swim in, Galt el Azraq and Kharazet el Shaq to name but a few. The area is home to the Jebeliya Bedouin. Beyond the gathering of indigenous medicinal plants and wild herbs, they build stone walled gardens near water sources where a wide variety of fruit is cultivated. There are many well preserved Byzantine ruins in the area along with Greek Orthodox monasteries still in activity. More recent historical sites include the palace of Abbas Hilmi Pasha on the mountain named after him. From there, the view affords excellent vistas over the entire central range and the Northern plateau. >>> more Treks in the Galt District: Wadi Jibal - Galt el Azraq Walk (3 days) Mt. Catherine - Galt el Azraq Walk (5 days) Mt. Abbas Basha - Kharazet el Shaq Walk (3 days) Mt. Abbas Basha - Kharazet el Shaq Walk (5 days) Full Galt Region Walk (10 days)

The Ain Hodra Region

Variety is at the core of the Ain Hodra Region treks. Hikers choosing this program will walk through remote deserts expanses, over massive sand dunes, wind through hidden canyons, bask in the shade of age old oases, and have the chance to ride camels on the long wadi stretches that link these marvelous attractions. From beautiful sandstone formations, to massive granite peaks, to open sandy plateaus this hike offers a great overview of South Sinai’s unique geological make-up. The reward for tired legs is always a dip in the red sea, whether in one of the remote Nuweiba beach camps or in Ras Abu Galum, just north of Dahab. >>> more Treks in the Ain Hodra Region: Il Bregar Trek (3 days) Ain Hodra - Nuweiba Trek (5 days) Jebel Birga Trek (3 days) Ain Hodra - Ras Abu Galum Trek (5 days) Nuweiba - Ras Abu Galum Trek (10 days)

The Umm Shomar Region

Jebel Umm Shomar, the second highest peak in Sinai (2586 m), stands on the Eastern perimeter of the high mountain range. From its peak, the entire southern horn of the peninsula can be seen on one side, and the high mountains on the other. The area is characterized by a complex system of long wadis - dried out river beds, leading down to the sea - carved out by regular flashfloods. Along the way are lush oases with date palms supporting small Bedouin settlements. The Byzantine ruins in the area, including the deserted Monasteries of Antus and Rimhan, are not to be missed. The area is Ulad Said tribal territory; many of them are still living the traditional Bedouin way of life. Apart from the experience of trekking through amazing landscape, this is a rare cultural insight into this distinctive culture. >>> more Treks in the Umm Shomar Region: Wadi Rahaba - Umm Shomar Trek (3 days) Wadi Rahaba - Umm Shomar Trek (5 days) Wadi Rumhan - Wadi Isla Trek (3 days) Mt. Abu Masaud - Wadi Isla Trek (5 days) Full Umm Shomar Trek (10 days)

The Wadi Feiran Region

Wadi Feiran, the largest oasis in South Sinai lies at the foot of majestic Mt. Serbal, originally thought as the biblical Mt. Sinai. There are a number of historical, religious and archeological sites in Wadi Feiran, like the ruined old and lush new Orthodox Monastery, Mt. Munaja, Nabatean and Byzantine sights. Mt. Serbal harbours a number of mountain top basins with lush vegetation and a small group of ibex, and offers views hard to match anywhere, to the hills and the coastal plain around it and the high mountains in the distance. North of Wadi Feiran there are vast sandy desert plains with significant archeological and natural sights, such as the Valley of the Inscriptions, the turquoise mines of the pharaos in Wadi Maqara, the pharaonic temples at Serabit el Khadim, and the Forest of Pillars at Mt. Foga. Because of the distances the area is best visited with a 4WD, and we offer a 2-day add-om program to these hard to reach places.. >>> more Programs in the Wadi Feiran Region: Mt. Serbal Trek (3 days) Sheikh Awad - Mt. Serbal Trek (5 days) Serabit el Khadem - Mt. Foga 4WD Add-Onn Program (2 days)