Jeep & Camel Tours to Sinai from Eilat
The Desert / John C. Van Dyke- 1911
1 & 2 day desert tours into Sinai from Eilat, camel and jeep trips in the desert, can be combined with Mt. Sinai and the Monstery. Tours can start from Israel,
Sinai or Cairo. Options night under the stars.
- 1 day jeep tour to Sinai
- 1 day jeep & camel tour
- 2 days jeep and camel tour
- 2 days hiking in the High Range area
1 day jeep tour to the Sinai desert from Eilat
On the Egyptian side of the Taba border we board 4×4 Toyota Land cruiser jeeps and begin our journey into the heart of the picturesque Sinai desert. Having reached the Sandstone area we leave the road for a breathtaking 4X4 adventure through this beautiful wilderness. In this area we find the delicate rock formations of the southern Mt. Baraka and enjoy the breathtaking views from the top of the highest sand dunes in 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 join local Bedouins at their camp near the Ein Hudra oasis. Here we enjoy the traditional warm Bedouin welcome extended throughout the centuries to visitors from foreign lands. At the Bedouin camp we enjoy a picnic lunch, before continuing with our tour. Arriving back at our Sinai hotel or Eilat by evening.
A camel tour of about 1.5 h. can be added. (additional $30 each)
Tour price: up to up to 2 people: $430 total, 3 people: $180 p.p, 4+ people: $159 each
Private tour sup.: 20$ p.p.
Tour price includes: Jeep, guide and lunch.
Tour price does not include: Israel – Egypt border taxes $68 per person and tips
1 day jeep & camel tour to the Sinai from Eilat
The program of this tour is similar to the above tour (one-day Sinai by Jeep). Upon reaching the oasis we leave the 4×4 behind us and board camels – lead by local Bedouin camel handlers, we then follow a picturesque camel route for approx 3 hours as the sun is setting in the Sinai skies. This is the most serene and traditional way to experience the desert. It is surprisingly comfortable and relaxing and gives an authentic desert experience of travelers from times gone by. We return to Sinai hotels or Eilat by evening.
Tour price: 2 people: up to 2 people: $470 total, 3 people: $195p.p, 4+ people: $179 each
Private tour sup: 20$ p.p.
Tour Price include: Jeep, camels, guide and lunch.
Tour does not include: Israel – Egypt border taxes $68 per person and tips.
Sinai Two Day Combined Camel and Jeep Tour from Eilat (Sinai tours)
Explore the wonders of the Sinai desert, far from the tourist track, with a tour that combines the excitement of a 4X4-jeep adventure, the serenity of a magical camel trek and the warm hospitality of semi-nomadic Bedouin.
Day one– Crossing the Taba border into Sinai we board our jeeps and begin our journey to the heart of the picturesque Sinai desert. Having reached the Sandstone area we leave the road for a breathtaking 4X4 adventure through this beautiful wilderness. In this area we find the delicate rock formations of the southern Mt. Baraka and enjoy the breathtaking views from the top of nearby sand dunes, the highest in Sinai. We visit the ancient tribal cemetery of Nawamis (4000 BC), the ’Rock of Inscriptions’ and the unusual ’Hollow Mountain’, as the sun goes down we settle for the evening at an authentic Bedouin camp near the Ein Hudra oasis. Here we enjoy traditional Bedouin hospitality and join the Bedouins in their evening meal before settling down for the night.
Day two– We board the most authentic and reliable form of desert transportation – the camel. This ancient desert wanderer allows us to experience the desert environment in the most magical and fun possible way. We begin the day in the oasis of Ein Hudra before riding and walking through the most scenic canyons and Wadis in the area. Stopping on the way for tea and a Bedouin herder’s picnic lunch, which includes pita bread prepared on the campfire. Returning around sunset to the road and our transport back to Eilat.
Tour price: 2 people- $740 total, 3 people: $310 p.p. 4 people or more- $290 p.p.
Private tour sup.: 30$ p.p.
not includes: border tax $68 per person, tips
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2 days St. Catherine, Mt. Sinai and Hiking in the High Range Area:
Day one- Hiking with backpacks through the magnificent Red Granite Mountains of Sinai’s High Range is an experience of a lifetime. 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. as the sun goes down we head straight to the towering red granite mountains of the high range where both St. Catherine’s monastery and Mount Sinai are found. We enjoy our evening meal and settle for the night at a local hotel, or at the beautiful Bedouin hostel (Recommended)..
Day two– Early morning we begin our ascent on Mount Sinai, walking in the footsteps of the devoted pilgrims who tread this route centuries earlier. We should reach the summit just before dawn in time to witness its incredible sunrise and splendid views. Descending the mountain we return to the hotel for breakfast. We spend the later part of morning touring the monastery of St. Catherine, taking in its fascinating and unique sights and exceptional history. Following lunch we drive back to Eilat, We stop in the way on the beach near Nuweiba for lunch.
Tour price: 2 people- $740 total, 3 pax $340 p.p. 4-6 pax $320 p.p.
Incl 3* hotel. With Bedouin hostel 8$ less p.p.- highly recommended
Private tour sup: 1- 5 people: 30$ p.p. 6-9 people 25$ p.p.
Tour price includes: All meals, guide, Bedouin scout, hotel and entrance fees to St. Catherine area.
Adding a camel to climb up the Mt: 30$ per camel (you can’t climb down with the camel)
Not incl: border tax: 68$ p.p. and tips
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