“Only dead fish go with the flow.”
— John Ridgway
The Sinai
Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty and cultural richness of the Sinai desert with our ten day treks. Collaborating closely with the Bedouin we offer a truly immersive experience.
Along with our experienced guides, you'll explore the stunning landscapes and delve into the rich cultural heritage of the region, which holds great significance for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
With the assistance of camels as your mode of transportation, you'll traverse the "great and terrible wilderness" that the Israelites wandered for forty years. As you trek through sand dunes, rocky landscapes, and breathtaking canyons, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the historical and spiritual significance of the Sinai.
Camping under the stars and staying in simple lodges along the way, you'll savor the authentic Bedouin hospitality and cuisine. Grilled meat, flatbread, and traditional tea will tantalize your taste buds as you share in the Bedouin way of life.
This inclusive and unforgettable adventure combines the wonders of nature, cultural exchange, and the warmth of Bedouin traditions. Join us starting from autumn 2023 for an extraordinary journey through the sacred and enchanting lands of the Sinai.
2023/24 Dates
2023
November 3rd - 13th
2024
April 12th - 22nd
April 26th - 6th May
October/November TBC
For the full itinerary and full information, please email Sam;
Sinai expeditions for the deaf & HOH
The Silent Desert
Hidden deep in the the sinia peninsula lives as a special group of Bedouin with a hereditary hearing condition, meaning that by adult hood "most of the tribe" have developed some kind of hearing loss, often profound.
MCX has crossed the Sinai on many occasions assisted by this tribe, have developed tools and methods to overcome their hearing loss and exist in the desert environment.
In 2024 we are proposing to bring together a team of deaf and HOH people from the UK to join with members of this tribe for a ten day trek across the desert and mountains of the Sinai. This journey will be challenging on many levels - finding solutions to working together, communicating and undertaking the physical challenge of multi day trekking.
Members area , if you would like more information please email Sam;
The desert leadership course
A desert biome is an ecosystem that forms due to the low level of rainfall it receives each year, normally defined as less than 100mm. There are four major types of desert - hot and dry, semi-arid, coastal, and cold, and they cover approximately 20% of the worlds surface. All have highly adaptive flora and fauna and require a specific skill set to operate in effectively as a leader.
This two week course was designed in conjunction with, and is endorsed by the British Association of International Mountain Leaders as Continued Professional Development. Run in the Sinai, it is the It is the distillation of over two and a half decades of experience in running countless expeditions in deserts around the globe.
2023/4 dates TBC
Contact Sam for full course curriculum
