Full-Day Hike Tour at St. Catherine's Monastery
Description
This hike isn’t just about stunning views; it’s about experiencing history and spirituality. We'll start the overnight hike up Moses Mountain, where it’s said that Moses received the Ten Commandments. Reaching the summit just in time for sunrise, and be amazed by the awe-inspiring views of the Sinai mountains. ️ Afterward, we’ll make our way down to visit the ancient St. Catherine’s Monastery, dating back to the 6th century, and explore the Chapel of the Burning Bush ⛰—a sacred place that’s stood for over 1,400 years. Passport is required.
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Afterward, we’ll make our way down to visit the ancient St. Catherine’s Monastery, dating back to the 6th century, and explore the Chapel of the Burning Bush—a sacred place that’s stood for over 1,400 years.
We'll start the overnight hike up Moses Mountain, hiking to the summit typically takes 5 to 6 hours just in time for sunrise, and be amazed by the awe-inspiring views of the Sinai mountains.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(27)
Terrible. The driver had a bad attitude, Rafiki were useless, our guide lost half the people so the rest of us had to wait for ages and missed going to the library. A proper Sg1t Show
Amazing trip very helpful hosts in Rafiki Hostel fully recommended. They made my day great in Dahab including the hike.
It might be your cozy place your light house or your favorite spot, If you are a solo traveler it will be your place , You can call it the solo travelers Hub.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt words! 🌄 We’re thrilled the St. Catherine hike resonated with you so deeply. Whether it’s your cozy place, your lighthouse, or your favorite solo adventure. We’re so happy you chose to hike with us, and we’ll always be here if you ever want to reconnect with the magic again. 🌟⛰️
We booked a Mt. Sinai hike through Rafiki Hostels and received confirmation from their team. This is an overnight hike that begins around 10:00 PM, meaning you’re already mentally and physically preparing for a challenging, sleep-deprived night. When we arrived at the meeting point, we were shocked to learn that Rafiki had no record of our booking. We stood around from 10:00 PM until 12:00 AM, exhausted and confused, only to be crammed into a small uncomfortable car with no proper arrangements for our group of six. There was no apology, no explanation, and certainly no refund. It was a disorganised mess that turned what should have been a once-in-a-lifetime experience into a stressful ordeal. Given the nature of this hike — overnight, physically demanding, and requiring good preparation — the lack of professionalism was unacceptable. I strongly urge other travelers to avoid booking with Rafiki Hostels.
I was staying at Rafiki Hostel and took part in some activities they organised, which was amazing. They organized everything, picked the group up, and dropped us off. They organize not only day trips but also general social events! Highly recommended for solo travelers.
Thank you for your kind words! ❤️ We’re so happy you enjoyed the activities and social events, we love bringing people together and making every experience effortless and fun! 😊 Rafiki is all about community, and we’re glad it made your solo trip even better. Hope to see you again soon for more adventures! ✨
I did the Saint Catherine Hiking with Rafiki in Dahab, it was a great hiking, beautiful, with good company, beautiful landscapes. If you go to Dahab it's one of the best things to do.
Thank you for sharing your experience! 😊 St. Catherine’s hike is truly a magical journey, and we’re so glad you enjoyed the stunning landscapes and great company. Hope to have you join us for more adventures in the future! ❤️
Hands down that was the best time i went to st Catherine. The organization was on point (renata 🔥🔥) the group was super lovely and the whole trip was very memorable! Would definitely recommend!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled you had such a memorable time in St. Catherine. We're so glad you enjoyed the group and the trip. Hope to welcome you back soon! 😊
This was my second time staying at Rafiki Hostel, and once again, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. The people here are incredible! Roba stands out as the coolest and best event organizer, Reham is an amazing chef, Abdulla is the laid-back, chill guy, and Gouda brings endless laughs with his great sense of humor. The events are fantastic, especially the Mountain Music event at St. Catherine—it’s truly unforgettable. The privacy is excellent, and the overall vibes are just perfect. I highly recommend staying here, and I’m already looking forward to my third visit!
Thank you for your amazing review and for choosing Rafiki Hostel for a second time! 🌟 We're thrilled you had another incredible experience with us. Your kind words about our team mean the world, and we’re so glad they made your stay special. We’re delighted you enjoyed the Mountain Music event and the overall vibes. Your recommendation and excitement for a third visit make us so happy. Can’t wait to welcome you back again! ❤️
Beautiful moment filled with good energy, an incredible place with superb encounter. Full of energy for a beautiful sunrise
Stella!!! Thank you for the review. It's such a pleasure to have such a unique and great spirit among us here in the hostel and on our trips, and we're so glad you enjoyed what we have to offer ❤️
It was really amazing experience!❤️ I like the volunteers to make it as fun as possible. I will fix this every Thursday when Im! In Dahab
Thank you so much for the review! We're glad you enjoyed your experience. We're waiting for you on Thursdays when you're in Dahab 😍
