Taba: The Hidden Treasures

  • Destination: Egypt
  • Duration: 4 days

Overview

A unique Journey to Taba in South Sinai to explore its hidden treasures and some of the most breathtaking scenery along the Gulf of Aqaba.

Highlights

- Camping at a hidden secluded beach in Taba Heights
- Hiking along Taba mountains to Fjord Bay, Sinai’s most beautiful beach
- Boat trip to Pharaoh’s island to visit Salaheldin’s fortress
- Swimming and Snorkeling around the island
- Hiking, Scrambling & Swimming in Wishwashi Canyon

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Itinerary & Trip Details

Day 1: Wishwashi Canyon
Wishwashi Canyon

Our journey begins by driving from Cairo to Taba Heights. Arrival at camp, rest by the beach then start our adventure by hopping on 4WD vehicles to visit Wishwashi Canyon, a small canyon in the heart of Taba mountains with a natural pool in the midst of the rugged mountains. Afterwards we will drive back to camp for dinner and overnight camping under the starlit sky.

Accommodation: Camping in Tents
Meals: LD
Driving Time: 6 hours (450 km)

Day 2: The Fjord Trail

The Fjord Trail

Breakfast at camp then start our scenic hike to the amazing Fjord Bay. This unique trail will take us through varied landscape as we first climb uphill and follow the trail along the mountain ridge with the mountains on one side and the sea on the other with some of the most breathtaking views over the Red Sea and the gulf of Aqaba. Afterwards we start descending as the trail continues by the coast in which we come by a beautiful hidden lake on the edge of the Red Sea known as ‘The Solar Lake’ and finally the trail will take us into the ultra-stunning Fjord Bay where we will go for a well-deserved swim in its crystal clear waters then relax by the beach and have lunch in one of the most beautiful spots in the Sinai Peninsula. After lunch we will drive back to our camp for dinner and overnight. 

Accommodation: Camping in Tents
Meals: BLD

Day 3: Pharaoh's Island

Pharaoh’s Island

Today we sail from Taba Heights Marina to Pharaoh’s island,  one of Taba’s best hidden treasures. We will explore Salah ElDin’s Fortress built on top of the island then go snorkeling around the amazing coral reefs surrounding the island. Afterwards we will sail back to the marina, pack our stuff and drive to the beach haven of Ras Shitan.

Accommodation: Beach Huts
Meals: BLD

Day 4: Beach Bliss

Beach Bliss

Free morning to relax and unwind by the beach then drive back to Cairo.

Meals: B

Price Includes/Excludes

Price Includes

- Roundtrip transfers Cairo-Taba in a private A/C vehicle
- Camping Accommodation for 2 nights in Taba Heights (Toilets and Showers available)
- Accommodation in a beach camp in Ras Shitan for 1 night
- All mentioned meals (B=Breakfast – L=Lunch – D=Dinner)
- All mentioned activities
- All Tickets & Permits 

Price Excludes

- Tips and Gratuities 

 

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