Jabal Kasala, Mountain peak in Kassala, Sudan.

Jabal Kasala is a mountain in Kassala State, eastern Sudan, rising to 938 metres and standing as the highest point of its immediate area, about 400 km east of Khartoum. It lies roughly 5 km north of Kassala city, and its slopes rise from otherwise flat, mostly desert surroundings.

The mountain served as a navigation landmark for trade routes connecting Sudan and Eritrea, helping merchants find their way across the region. This geographical importance made it a recognized feature for traveling merchants and caravans moving through the area.

Jabal Kasala rises about 5 km south of Kassala town, and the surrounding land supports roughly 38 people per square kilometre, mostly farmers working the plains around the mountain. The climate is hot desert, with average temperatures near 32 °C and April the warmest month at about 36 °C.

The best time to climb is from November through February, when weather conditions are more favorable and temperatures are mild. Visitors should prepare for uneven terrain and rocky surfaces, bringing appropriate footwear and gear suited to the season.

Jabal Kasala is the highest point of its local area, rising to 938 metres above sea level. The surrounding plain is mostly flat, but the immediate slopes are rocky mountain terrain. The summit lies about 5 km south of Kassala city, and the area around it is sparsely populated, with roughly 38 people per square kilometre.