Egypt Hiking: Geological Wonders of Wadi Nabea
Duration: 5½-6½ hoursTour Overview
Prepare for a journey into rugged mountains of Egypt’s Eastern Desert where we will take you to dramatic landscapes that have remained untouched by time for many centuries.
Your journey begins at Shaq el Shlal, where an easy walk on Hamada terrain warms you up for the adventure ahead before a gradual ascent takes you through “The Crack” to a stunning viewpoint looking out across the Black Egla and Red Egla peaks.
The shade of a tree awaits for a well-deserved tea break before continuing through a valley of unique rock formations that have been sculpted over 1,000s of years. We continue to climb until reaching a plateau which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, then tackle a light ascent to a distinctive and striking rock formation, where multiple vantage points reward you with jaw-dropping perspectives of the vast desert below.
As the trek comes to an end, we unwind with a cup of tea and freshly-baked Bedouin bread, before embarking on the scenic drive back.
This is more than just a hike – it’s an journey through a world of rugged beauty, hidden wonders, and timeless landscapes!
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Additional Information
Exploring the Geological Wonder of Wadi Nabea commences from our base in the beautiful Wadi Sabarah Lodge & Botanical Garden.
The trip duration is around 5.5-6.5 hours of which will include approximately 1.5 hour of driving. The walk, which will take you to spectacular viewpoints, shaded rest stops, and include Bedouin hospitality, will cover around 7km.
Wadi Sabarah is the perfect place to stay if you want to combine a number of adventure activities. From here you can join us in the Red Sea and dive from our stunning centre in the hotel grounds and right on the water’s edge.
There is also the opportunity bike in the desert, take a jeep ride into the wadi, swim, dive, do yoga or just find peace in this amazing sanctuary.
Price Info
This trip costs €109 per person.
Included in this price is:
- Transport to the hike’s starting point
- An expert guide to lead the tour
- Refreshments
Not included is:
- Sun protection (clothing or skin cream)
- Insurance
FAQ
Is there a minimum number of people needed for the trip to take place?
There is no minimum number of participants but there is a 50% supplement if only one person is on the trip
Should I leave a minimum amount of time between diving and hiking?
So long as you are not overtired the answer to this is, no. We have consulted with DAN - the Divers Alert Network – who are at the forefront of dive medicine. Their advice is to wait 24 hours after a dive before going above 2,000ft/600m. There are no restrictions below this height which means our trips should cause no problems as the maximum climb is 1,300ft/400m.
Do I need a certain level of fitness to take part?
You should be moderately fit and be able to walk on uneven terrain without aid.
Will I be accompanied by a guide at all times?
Yes. Each tour is led by a group leader who will escort you through the entirety of the trip.
