Name: Gebel Naja
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Gebel Naja

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Gebel Naja

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: محمية سانت كاترين

Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous

Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

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SimonWicart

March 7, 2023

Gebel Naja is one of the many peaks that make up the southern part of Sinai.

From the top of its 1,846 meters, the view of the north of the territory is impressive.

In a notebook, I wrote about it: “Ahead, for tens of kilometers, the desert stretched as far as the eye could see, biting into a sparkling sky. In the distance, flanked on the shore by a wide bar of rough sand, small dunes rippled like waves in a swirl of dust. Their crests were capped with dust of magnetite and ilmenite, two rocks with black hues and made up of iron oxide which Sinai abounded in.

Closer, the small village of Sheikh Awad bustled to the ceremonial rhythm of the desert. The minaret of his mosque pointed to the sky. A fire had been started. Exhaust from a vehicle disappeared into thin air. Men were chatting with a herd of goats.

Closer still, we watched the foot of our mountain, split to the west by Wadi Talah and to the east by Wadi Ginab. Both converged towards a small garden, withered, "that of Sheikh Ahmed" indicated to us our guide".

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Ahmedmousa

August 9, 2025

Gebel Naja is a prominent mountain peak in the Saint Catherine Highlands, known for its rugged beauty and panoramic views. The hike to Gebel Naja offers a rewarding challenge, taking you over rocky trails and past unique desert flora.

From the summit, you can admire sweeping vistas of the Sinai mountains and distant valleys, making it a favorite spot for photographers and nature lovers alike.

What to know:

Moderate to challenging hike

Rocky terrain with some scrambling

No water sources on the trail — carry enough water

Best visited early in the day to avoid afternoon heat

Gebel Naja is a must-visit for hikers seeking adventure and spectacular landscapes in Sinai.

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