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Table of contents
- 1.
Cairo / القاهرة / AL Qahera
11 in Crag
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1.1.
Wadi Degla 11 routes in Area
- 1.1.1. The Lonely Boulder 5 routes in Boulder
- 1.1.2. Wine and Cheese 2 routes in Boulder
- 1.1.3. Ice Berg Area 1 routes in Boulder
- 1.1.4. The Wall Area 1 routes in Area
- 1.1.5. Canyon Area 2 routes in Area
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1.1.
Wadi Degla 11 routes in Area
- 2. Index by grade
1. Cairo
- Summary:
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All Bouldering
Lat / Long: 29.948748, 31.383705
1.1. Wadi Degla
- Summary:
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Lat / Long: 29.948748, 31.383705
summary
A limestone valley situated just outside of El Zahraa el Maadi.
description
This area is great for outdoor activities near the city; visited by joggers, hikers, bikers and dog walkers.
access issues
The valley is a protectorate and is only accessible through the front gate. Payment is required.
approach
Easily accessible by car. You can continue into the valley with your car or on foot.
where to stay
You can camp overnight for an extra fee.
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1.1.1. The Lonely Boulder
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All Bouldering
5 routes in Boulder
Lat / Long: 29.955311, 31.341888
description
One kilometer into the valley, on the left side, about two hundred meters from the dirt road, stands a large boulder. About four meters in height and one and a half meters in width.
approach
Entrance via Wadi Degla protectorate gate. Entry ticket required. Can be reached via car. Then a short hike up to the elevated boulder
history
Discovered by Hazem El Shamy
| Route | Grade | Style | Selected ascents | |||
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| 1 |
★★ Baby Steps
BEWARE OF THE SLOPING FALL BELOW. Within the cluster of boulders in the area. This one is the first you encounter. On the smoothest face of this boulder there are plenty of pockets and bulbs to ascend on. Easy for new climbers. FA: Karim Sedky, 11 Dec 2020 | 3 | 2m | |||
| 2 |
AK47
Short traverse right, starting with some good jugs to a hard move and a sharp finishing hold. WARNING TOP OUT IS SKETCHY. Would recommend the finishing jug left of the crack. FA: Karim Sedky | 6A+ | 3m | |||
| 3 |
★★ Too Many Creeps
On a slightly overhanging face, follow the L shaped line to a good top out. Set: Hazem El Shamy FFA: Laurie Tremblay | 6A | 5m | |||
| 4 |
★★ Bambino
Climb a pocket covered slab towards a juggy vertical top-out. FFA: Hesham Al Qersh FA: Hesham Al Qersh | 5 | 7m | |||
| 5 |
★★ Bassti's Crack
On the wall just right of "The lonely boulder", climb towards the obvious longitudinal crack. This is the original line to follow, a variation is possible starting just below the crack, but features less secure holds. FA: Karim Sedky | 6A | 5m | |||
1.1.2. Wine and Cheese
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All Bouldering
2 routes in Boulder
Lat / Long: 29.957750, 31.373780
description
After passing the first man-made dam, four kilometers into the valley, on the left side, stacked atop many fallen boulders are four defined boulders standing tall in a row. These boulders created a tunnel in which you can climb
The rock here is crumbly and chalk like. Deep pockets and pinches line the walls. You can stretch your legs to reach both walls.
approach
Scramble over boulders to reach the boulders on top.
history
Discovered by Karim Sedky on December 17th 2019.
| Route | Grade | Style | Selected ascents | |||
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| 1 |
★ Real Heel
A tension based problem, with nice pinches and crimps. Hard top out. Climb the third boulder left while facing South (towards the Wadi Degla path). Standing start. FA: Karim Sedky, 17 Dec 2019 | {FB} 6 | 3m | |||
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★ Up and Over
When facing the northern face climb the leftest boulder up and over. FA: Karim Sedky, 17 Dec 2019 | {FB} 5+ | 3m | |||
1.1.3. Ice Berg Area
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All Bouldering
1 route in Boulder
Lat / Long: 29.957996, 31.375707
description
At the 5km mark, right before the second dam, on the left side of the valley lies a large rectangular boulder. Its left face is covered with grainy sloping holds, its front face is covered in sharp coral and its right face is chossy.
approach
Walk left of the road on some comfortable terrain.
history
Discovered in December of the year 2020.
| Route | Grade | Style | Selected ascents | |||
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★ Bermuda's Triangle
Climb on the right half of the front face of Titanic, starting with two hands in an under-cling at the center of the boulder. FA: Karim Sedky, 26 Dec 2020 | 6A | 6m | |||
1.1.4. The Wall Area
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1 route in Area
All BoulderingLat / Long: 29.946931, 31.388855
summary
Park your car at the second Wadi Dam and walk 1km. The Wall Area is identified by a large flat rock wall, split in half by a growing crack. This shaded area is home to the "Edge of time" Boulder and many more unnamed boulders.
approach
1km walk from the second Wadi Dam. 7km into the Wadi.
ethic
Be especially mindful of the sensitivity of this area as it is rarely accessed. Bring a garbage bag for waste and avoid driving through this area.
| Route | Grade | Style | Selected ascents | |||
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Edge of Time
This boulder is a beautiful introduction to climbing on small edges and balancing on microscopic foot holds. The first of its kind: “the edge of time” boulder is covered in tiny crystals and climbs like a gem. Spread yourself thin over its smooth surface to make it straight to the top. | 6C | ||||
1.1.5. Canyon Area
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All Bouldering
2 routes in Area
Lat / Long: 29.939488, 31.425077
summary
This area is situated below the Wadi-Degla Visitor's center. It is a short channel of hard limestone walls that vary in heights between three and eight meters.
description
This areas features the hardest and most reliable limestone, as is consistently experiences water erosion from rain fall and flooding. This is why you often find pools of green water at the bottom of the canyon.
access issues
They will ask you to pay access to the Protectorate. Sometimes the front gate to the visitor's center is locked shut, however I have found no issues in parking before the gate and walking in on foot.
approach
The canyon is highly visible from the heights of the Visitor's Center. Follow the most logical path downwards, avoid running as some slopes lead to short cliff drops. There is usually a clear path on the rightmost slope designated by previously traveled steps.
where to stay
N/A
ethic
As with any other area in Wadi Degla, it is your responsibility to respect the natural environment and be as attentive to your impact on it as you climb and walk through it. Do not remove plant life and do your best to collect garbage and promote cleanliness.
| Route | Grade | Style | Selected ascents | |||
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★★ The Womb
A short but cute sit-start boulder which originally exits directly but can alternatively (harder) exit right. FA: Karim Sedky, 19 Dec 2021 | 5+ | 2m | |||
| 2 |
★★★ Swamp Crack
An incredible four meter roof crack which links to a top out on to the lip of the Wadi Degla Canyon. A great opportunity to practice foot jams and climbing efficiently. After climbing the crack mantle over the bulge and stand up. WARNING the highest rock formations at the lip of the canyon are crumbly. FA: Karim Sedky, 19 Dec 2021 | 6B | 5m | |||
2. Index by grade
| Grade | 
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Stars | Name | Style | Pop | Area |
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| 3 | ★★ | Baby Steps | 2m | 1.1.1. The Lonely Boulder | ||
| 5 | ★★ | Bambino | 7m | 1.1.1. The Lonely Boulder | ||
| 5+ | ★ | Up and Over | 3m | 1.1.2. Wine and Cheese | ||
| ★★ | The Womb | 2m | 1.1.5. Canyon Area | |||
| 6A | ★★ | Bassti's Crack | 5m | 1.1.1. The Lonely Boulder | ||
| ★★ | Too Many Creeps | 5m | 1.1.1. The Lonely Boulder | |||
| ★ | Bermuda's Triangle | 6m | 1.1.3. Ice Berg Area | |||
| 6A+ | AK47 | 3m | 1.1.1. The Lonely Boulder | |||
| 6B | ★★★ | Swamp Crack | 5m | 1.1.5. Canyon Area | ||
| 6 | ★ | Real Heel | 3m | 1.1.2. Wine and Cheese | ||
| 6C | Edge of Time | 1.1.4. The Wall Area |