Egypt’s first ever long distance hiking trail, the Sinai Trail, is a 250 km-long sea to summit route through the greatest wilderness in the Middle East, beginning in the Gulf of Aqaba and ending in the mountains of St. Katherine.
The Lost City Of Sinai
Join the Um Bogma Journey for a 3-day adventure through Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. Trek through historic wadis, explore the abandoned city of Um Bogma. With challenging ascents and serene campsites, this trip offers a perfect blend of physical challenge and cultural exploration.
The Sinai Trail aims to create a sustainable tourism economy that benefits local communities, particularly those in remote and marginalized areas.
Our Live Tribal adventure provides people from across the world a new and bespoke experience of Egypt: its unforgettable desert landscapes, nature, heritage and people.
People have been crossing Sinai – walking its old paths and byways – for many millennia. The Sinai Trail keeps this tradition alive. The Sinai Trail is managed by a cooperative of three Bedouin tribes (Jebalaya, Muzeina, Tarabin).
Departure from Cairo at 6 PM. Arrive at Camp Barakat at el Ramla, enjoy a warm soup, and get
some rest to prepare for the hike starting the next morning.
Begin the day with breakfast and start our journey by hiking into Wadi Bala’la with Jebel Om El
Reglen in our sight we then we descend through Wadi El Zahlouga until we reach the beautiful
Wadi El Shalal where we are going to setup came for the night
We wake up have breakfast and then hike up through Naqb Um Bogmma until we ascent to the beautiful city of Um Bogmaa explore the city wonders, after we take in how beautiful this abandoned city is, we then descend into Wadi Babaa’ where we are going to setup camp for the night
With going back to Camp Barkat as our compass for the day, we are going to walk by Abo sor’s wahet l meya, and to see Beir El Nasb where there is a copper extraction site, Based on how the group feeling we could keep walking the Asphalt road back to the camp or car will pick us up back to the camp, Where we are going to one last lunch before we departure back to Cairo. At 3PM, Arrival in Cairo 8/9PM with plenty of time settle in before the start of the week.
Hike Difficulty
This 3-day journey is of moderate difficulty, suitable for hikers with a good level of fitness. The program includes varied terrain with both ascents and descents through wadis, exploration of an abandoned city, and cultural landmarks like Beir El Nasb. While some sections, such as the ascent through Naqb Um Bogma, may be challenging, the pace is manageable, and the itinerary allows for flexibility on the final day based on group energy levels. Ideal for those seeking a blend of physical challenge and cultural immersion.
Accommodation
The 3 nights are spent camping as we make our way through the pristine Sinai Trail. You will learn basic camping skills and how to set up a tent.
Scenery
The scenery on this hike is breathtaking and indescribably beautiful. You will be hiking through the desert like mountains of Sinai and seeing a completely different side of Egypt that you have never seen before. Depending on which part of the trail we are taking, this could be around the mountains or closer to flat land and desert lakes.
Weather
The desert environment can make weather a bit extreme, hot summers are juxtaposed to extremely cold winders. The perfect time for this trip would be late autumn and in order to avoid extreme heat and cold. Peak months are mid October to Mid November and mid Feb to end of March. During these months the weather in the morning is sunny and hot while hiking so make sure you always carry water for hydration, at night you can enjoy the cool desert breeze.
Food
You will be treated to 3 extremely delicious meals on a daily basis You will have 3 daily extremely delicious meals throughout the trip where you can help in their preparation if you want to. Breakfast is usually eggs, cheese, beans, honey and jam, lunch is on the light side having pasta and salad, while dinner you will enjoy the amazing cuisine of bedouins which is vegetables, meat or chicken slow cooked on charcoal or on the fire with some rice and salads.
PRICE
EGP9,000
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PRICE INCLUDES
Round trip from Cairo to El Sarabeet
- 3 Meals per day
- WG leader
- Local El Elagat Guides
First aid trained local guides and english speaking camp crew
Permits when needed
PRICE EXCLUDES
- Personal items
- Sleeping bag
- Extra snacks
- Tips
- Rentals
Meet Adam Selim, the passionate and knowledgeable guide leading our journey through this remarkable adventure. With years of experience, Adam brings a wealth of expertise and a genuine love for the local culture and landscapes. Their dedication to sharing the rich heritage and natural beauty of our destination will enrich every moment of your trip, Adam will be your bridge to a deeper understanding and appreciation of this unique and vibrant culture.
