3-Hour Cairo Monastery and Garbage City Tour with Ziplining

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Garbage City in Mokattam and learn about the Zabbaleen community
• 02 Marvel at the serenity of St. Simon's Monastery
• 03 Behold the biggest auditorium in Africa
• 04 Enjoy panoramic views of Cairo from the monastery
• 05 Experience a thrilling zip-lining adventure
• 06 Try adventure sports such as rock climbing, rappelling, and hiking

Indulge in a culturally enriching tour through Garbage City in Mokattam and the Monastery of St. Simon, combined with a thrilling zip-lining adventure. Witness the unique community built around recycling and waste management in Garbage City, learn about the lives of the Zabbaleen (garbage collectors) and their sustainable practices, and attend recycling workshops for a firsthand look at how everyday items are repurposed. Then head to the Monastery of St. Simon, also known as the Cave, to discover the remarkable architecture of the cave church and auditorium and learn about their history and significance.

Lose yourself in the breathtaking panoramic view of Cairo from the monastery's vantage point.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Cairo

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

St. Simon Monastery and Mokattam Visit

• 9:00 pickup from the hotel.
• 10:00 drive up Mokattam Hill.
• Experience the early glory of Christianity at St. Simon's Monastery.
• Witness the magnificent sculptures on the mountain narrating the story of the Holy Flight of the Virgin Mary and baby Jesus Christ.
• Bask in the splendour of the biggest auditorium in Africa.
• Lose yourself in the breathtaking panoramic view of Cairo from the monastery's vantage point.

2

Day 02

Garbage City Recycling Centre Experience

• Visit the Recycling Centre.
• Witness the unique community built around recycling and waste management in Garbage City.
• Learn about the lives of the Zabbaleen (garbage collectors) and their sustainable practices.
• Attend recycling workshops at the Community Centre of Sustainability.
• Meet the workers and enjoy a guided tour around their workshops and display rooms.

3

Day 03

Maro's Zipking Adventure

• Embark on an exhilarating zip-line experience through the stunning landscape.
• Soar over canyons, forests, and valleys for an adrenaline-pumping adventure.
• Try different adventure sports of your choice, such as rock climbing, rappelling, and hiking.
• Drive back to the hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guide service
• Transportation
• Mineral water

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Climbing: 80 LE low ropes, 100 LE high ropes, 140 LE captain ropes
• 150 LE zipline
• 150 LE giant swing
• 150 LE via ferrata
• 160 LE professional photography sessions
• Food, drinks, and snacks

What to bring

Egyptian pounds for personal expenses, souvenirs, and activities.

Know before you go

Pickup from the hotel. Drive up Mokattam Hill through Garbage City and around the collectors for two miles.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Mokattam, Al Abageyah, El Mokattam, Cairo Governorate 4415201, Egypt

Tour start

Mokattam, Al Abageyah, El Mokattam, Cairo Governorate 4415201, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.