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 Sinai long tours- 3 days or more
"What is there but a strip of sky and another strip of sand or water? But there is a simplicity about large masses - simplicity in breadth, space and distance- that is inviting and ennobling. And there is something very restful about the horizontal line. Things that lie flat are at peace and the mind grows peaceful with them." John C. Van Dyke. The Desert 1901
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Sinai 2-7 Day 4X4 Jeep Tour Focussed in Eastern, Central and High Range of Sinai. Difficulty level - from easy to difficult, according to request This tour combines three aspects of Sinai. Experience the vast and spectacular beaches of Eastern Sinai where we snorkel on its world-renowned coral reefs. Explore the rarely visited sandstone area of central Sinai, home to Nomadic Bedouin, with its immense sand dunes, impressive Sandstone Canyons and sculptured Sandstone Mountains including Jabal Birga. Here we also find Nawamis, a fascinating 6000-year-old cemetery. Relax in lush green oases, where natural springs and waterfalls flow, such as Ein Fortaga, Ein Um Ahmed and Ein Hudra. Finally we tour the absolutely stunning High Range Area, where the Red Granite Mountains (reaching 2700 m) are dotted with beautiful Bedouin gardens. Visit the ancient Monastery of St. Catherine, inhabited to this day by Greek Orthodox Monks. Hike to the summit of Mt. Sinai (also called 'The Mount of God' and 'Jabel Mousa', believed to be the site that Moses received the Ten Commandments) and admire the outstanding panoramic view that spans the whole of the Sinai Peninsula. This tour combines 4X4 Jeep travel with walking and plenty of leisurely breaks for Bedouin tea. Six nights under the desert skies (3-5 star accommodation available upon special request). Price: Up to 4 people - $380 per day; 5 people or more - $85 per person per day
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Sinai 3-10 Day Camel Tour in the sand stone area Focussed in Eastern and Central Sinai. Difficulty level - from easy to difficult, according to request. This amazing tours escorted by Bedouin camel handlers we explore, in the most enchanting way, the sandstone area of Sinai, aboard your own personal camel. This is the easiest way to get in touch with the true spirit of the desert. During this desert voyage we explore the sandstone canyons, ride over the majestic sand dunes and leisurely tread along ancient camel routes that no 4X4 in existence can handle. During the tour we spend an evening at a local Bedouin camp and enjoy the traditional Bedouin welcome extended to desert visitors, this includes songs, music, traditional food and of course, plenty of tea. We visit the Rock of Inscriptions (some of which are 2000 years old) and Nawamis, an ancient tribal cemetery (4000BC). Enjoy the remarkable views from the summits of the beautiful Sandstone Mountains including Jabal Matamir and Jabal Birga. Laze and roam the enchanting oases of Ein Hudra and Ein um Ahmed. One of the main highlights of this tour is a 2-day ride along the flat summit of the unusually long and narrow mountain of Jabal Guna. Its striking, ever-changing views and incredible dawns and sunsets make it one of the most picturesque mountain routes in the whole of Sinai. This tour combines leisurely camel riding with walking and plenty of long breaks for you, your camel and our tea worshiping Bedouin friends. We camp under the starry desert skies or enjoy the warm Bedouin hospitality at one of their camps. Price: 3-7 Days - up to 4 people-$380 per day in total, 5 people or more - $85 per person per day.
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Sinai High Range 3-10 Day Hiking Tour (with camels) Focused in the magnificent High Range area of Sinai Difficulty level - from mildly difficult to very difficult for experienced hikers only. A sample itinerary of 7 days camel tour: Hiking with backpacks through the magnificent Red Granite Mountains of Sinai's High Range is an experience of a lifetime. Using camels to carry our camping equipment and other supplies, these will meet us each evening at the days camping spot. This way we carry in our packs only what is necessary for the day's hike. Explore the beautiful ancient monasteries, Bedouin gardens, orchards, oasis, waterfalls and rock pools, accessible only by foot. Enjoy the incredible panoramic views of the High Range, which span the whole of the Sinai Peninsula, to the mountains of North Africa, the Gulf of Suez, the Gulf of Aqaba and to Northern Saudi Arabia. Climbing to the summits of mountains such as Mt. Catherine, Mt. Sinai and Jabel Bab. Day one - On the Egyptian Side of the Taba border we board a jeep and begin our journey across Sinai to the High Range area. On route we leave the road for a 4X4 journey into the sandstone area, here we visit 'The Rock of Inscriptions', the ancient cemetery of Nawamis and the Ein Hudra oasis. We return to the road and continue on to St. Catherine's Monastery in the High Range. St. Catherine's is at the foot of Mt. Sinai and when we have completed our tour of the monastery we begin our ascent by foot up Mt. Sinai for the sunset. We return to the foot of the mountain following sunset and set up camp for the evening. Day two - Back on track first thing to visit the Monastery of the Forty (Dir El Arba'in). We climb the 'Red Mountain' (Jabbel Ahmar) which leads us to the 'Red Valley' (Wadi Ahmar), both are of a beautiful red granite and the Red Valley has year round rock pools and shady gardens throughout. We hike these dramatic routes till evening before setting up camp. Day three - We walk through the beautiful orchards of Wadi J'bal before climbing Mt. Bab locally known as the 'gateway to the world' because of its unusual peak and spectacular views. Camping for the night in Wadi T'alla. Day four - hiking down Wadi T'alla to Galat El Azrak 'The Blue Pool' here we enjoy a refreshing dip before heading to Shag Abu Twaita and up to Wadi Abu Twaita where we spend the night. Day five - Exploring the canyon of Wadi M'saker The closed Canyon, famous for a huge boulder suspended over the top of the canyon. We climb Jabel Na'aga famous for its shiny red granite rock and it's exceptional views over the Tee desert and the eastern sandstones of Sinai. Down to Wadi Tinya for the night. Day six -Visiting Wadi Shag and Wadi Zawatim (Valley of Olives), stopping at the Bedouin gardens and rock pools we pass on the way. Onto the canyon of Wadi Tal'a and the monastery at the mouth of the Tal'a valley. Here we settle for our final night in the spectacular mountains. Day Seven - We make our way back to the village of St. Catherine and en-route to Eilat visit the superb beaches of Sinai's eastern coastline. Crossing the Taba border back into Eilat. Price: 3-7 Days - up to 4 people-$380 per day in total, 5 people or more - $85 per person per day.
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Sinai 5 - 10 Day Combined Tour Focussed in The Eastern, Central and High Range of Sinai. Difficulty level - from easy to difficult. Combining all of the above tours into a dynamic Sinai adventure. For people who wish to experience the three types of desert travel and three dramatic aspects of Sinai all in one 10-day tour. A sample itinerary of 4 days combined tour: Explore the wonders of the Sinai desert with a tour that combines the excitement of a 4X4-jeep adventure, the serenity of a magical camel trek and the warm hospitality of nomadic Bedouin. Day 1- boarding our jeep we begin our journey to the heart of the picturesque Sinai desert. In the Sandstone area we leave the road for a breathtaking 4X4 adventure through the beautiful wilderness, Driving along Wadi Watir the biggest Wadi in eastern Sinai and visiting amongst other places the Ein Fortaga oasis and the Ein Um Ahmed oasis. We spend the night in the soft sands at the foot of the ‘mid' Mt. Baraka. Day 2- Exploring by foot (for 1 – 1 1/2 hours) the Ein Um Ahmed oasis where a spring flows through a canyon giving life to trees and plants. Back into the Jeep for a 4X4 adventure through the Wadi of Gazzelles its sands and colourful sandstone rocks. We continue by jeep onto the valley overlooking the Ein Hudra oasis, here we mount camels and by sunset ride down to the shady oasis in the valley below. Here we spend the night amongst the Bedouin gardens. Day 3– Moving on to the unusual rock formations of the southern Mt. Baraka, Birkat Baraka and its neighbouring sand dunes - the largest in all Sinai. We visit the ancient tribal cemetery of Nawamis (4000 BC), the ‘Rock of Inscriptions' and the beautiful ‘Hollow Mountain'. As the sun goes down we settle for the evening in an authentic Bedouin tent near to the Ein Hudra oasis. Here we enjoy the traditional Bedouin welcome extended throughout the centuries to visitors from foriegn lands and join the Bedouins in their evening meal before settling for the night. Day 4– Following breakfast we visit the ancient and sacred monastery of St. Catherine. This place of pilgrimage for hundreds of years is still cared for today in the same ancient tradition by the resident Greek Orthodox Monks. St. Catherine's Monastery is situated at the foot of Mount Sinai (where Moses received the Ten Commandments) in the ‘High Range Area'. Having left St. Catherine's monastery we begin the two hour walk that takes us to the holy summit of Mt. Sinai. Once upon the summit we stay to enjoy the incredible views across this truly enchanting land. Having descended Mount Sinai we return to our vehicle and commence our return journey. Price: 3-7 Days - up to 4 people-$380 per day in total, 5 people or more - $85 per person per day.
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Prices include: professional guide, Jeeps, Camels, camping equipment, and all meals. Prices do not include: border taxes of $27 per person. Tipping is customary. We suggest a total tip of $4 per person per day for the Bedouin & Egyptian stuff. |
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