Eastern Desert mountains
Granite peaks, Roman quarries and Egypt’s highest mountain outside Sinai. Hikes by day, camp by night.
PHOTO · granite peaks- Roman quarries at Mons Porphyrites
- The summit of Gebel Shayeb
- Camps in wide granite wadis
Four days in the granite mountains between the Nile and the Red Sea: Roman quarries at Mons Porphyrites, the peak of Gebel Shayeb, and camps in wide wadis. Hikes by day, fire by night.
Who it’s for
Experienced hikersTeenagers 12+ with hiking experienceMaybe not for you if…
Beginners — daily hikes are 5–7 hours on rough groundInto the mountains
Hurghada → Wadi QenaDrive inland to the first camp.
Gebel Shayeb
Mons Porphyrites → Gebel ShayebRoman quarries and the climb.
Back to the coast
Camp → HurghadaDown to the sea by afternoon.
Included
4×4 with driver-guideBedouin mountain guideAll mealsCamping gearNot included
Drinks other than water and teaTipsTravel insuranceEvery season
Passport, or a photo of itSunglasses and sunscreen (SPF 50)A hat or scarf for sun and sandClosed shoes, plus sandals for campHead torch — red light keeps your night visionPower bank: there are no sockets at campToothbrush, wet wipes and a small towelSome cash in Egyptian pounds for tipsBroken-in hiking bootsA daypack (20–25 l)Trekking poles if you use themPlus, in Autumn
A warm layer for evenings from late OctoberLight long sleeves for the dayQuestions about this trip
Eastern Desert mountains starts from €590 per person in the main season, €675 over the festive season and €480 in summer. The final price comes in a written quote within 24 hours.
Eastern Desert mountains takes 4 days. It starts in Hurghada and ends in Hurghada.
Eastern Desert mountains includes: 4×4 with driver-guide; Bedouin mountain guide; All meals; Camping gear. Not included: Drinks other than water and tea; Tips; Travel insurance.
Yes, children aged 12 and older can join Eastern Desert mountains. Tell us their ages when you send your request.
Send a request for Eastern Desert mountains with rough dates and the size of your group. A local guide replies with a written quote within 24 hours, and payment arrangements are confirmed with you directly.
Cancellation for Eastern Desert mountains: Free up to 14 days before. Full terms in the quote.
What to bring on Eastern Desert mountains: Passport, or a photo of it; Sunglasses and sunscreen (SPF 50); A hat or scarf for sun and sand; Closed shoes, plus sandals for camp; Head torch — red light keeps your night vision; Power bank: there are no sockets at camp; Toothbrush, wet wipes and a small towel; Some cash in Egyptian pounds for tips; Broken-in hiking boots; A daypack (20–25 l); Trekking poles if you use them.
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