Shaiyb al-Banat, Mountain summit in Eastern Desert, Egypt
Shaiyb al-Banat reaches an elevation of 2,187 meters, standing as the highest peak in mainland Egypt outside the Sinai Peninsula region.
The mountain area has been home to the Banu Hilal Bedouin community since the 11th century, marking centuries of nomadic presence in this region.
The Ma'aza tribe, consisting of 4,000 to 5,000 people, maintains traditional pastoral life around the mountain, herding sheep, goats, and dromedaries.
The mountain location, 40 kilometers from the Red Sea between Hurghada and Safaga, provides multiple access points for climbing and hiking expeditions.
Four distinct peaks form the Shaiyb al-Banat group, including Gabal Abu Dukhan, Gabal Qattar, Gabal Shayeb El-Banat, and Gabal Umm Anab.
Elevation above the sea: 2,187 m
GPS coordinates: 26.98333,33.48333
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:07
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