Mount Sinai (Moses Mountain) from Sharm El Sheikh 2026

Mount Sinai from Sharm El Sheikh: night ascent, sunrise on the summit, St Catherine's Monastery. Price $30. Daily.

Night (23:00 – 09:00) Daily Sharm El Sheikh

Adult price

^from$30

Children

from $15

Tour Programme

Transfer from hotel (23:00)
St Catherine's Monastery (outside)
Begin ascent of Mount Sinai (2285 m)
Ascent via the "Steps of Repentance" (3750 steps)
Sunrise on the summit
Descent
Transfer back to hotel

What's included

Included in price

Hotel transfer and back
Guide
Insurance

Not included

Food and drinks
Camel hire (optional)
Personal expenses

About the Tour

Mount Sinai (Jebel Musa, 2285 m) is one of the holiest places in the world. According to tradition, this is where Moses received the Ten Commandments from God. The night ascent takes 2–3 hours. The sunrise over the Sinai mountains is one of the most impressive sights in Egypt.

What to bring

Passport Sunscreen Hat Drinking water Camera Comfortable shoes Light clothing

Discounts

Children 6–11 years - 50% of adult price

Children under 5 - free

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ascent difficult?

Moderately difficult. The ascent takes 2–3 hours. Good fitness is helpful but not essential.

Why ascend at night?

To reach the summit in time for sunrise. This is the main purpose of the tour.

What should I bring?

Warm clothing (cold on the summit), torch, water, comfortable shoes.

Mount Sinai: practical information

Height: 2285 metres. Ascent: 2–3 hours. What to bring: warm clothing (cold on the summit even in summer), torch, water, comfortable shoes.