Sabastiya To Hayyat Al Reef Camp - Palestinian Heritage Trail

Sabastiya to Hayat al-Reef Tent

Walking Sabastiya- Hayat el Reef sub trail starts at the top of the ancient Sabastiya Hill -the ancient Samarian City-, which was named “Sebaste” by “Herod” the great, meaning the distinguished or revered master, in honor of the Roman emperor Augustus Caesar. Sabastiya was considered the main center for the Romans in Palestine, with a Roman theatre and roads surrounded by Roman-style stone columns. The trail takes you on foot on a historic journey from the hill through the “Colonnaded Street” heading towards “al- Mas’oudiya”; the main train station for the “Al-Hijaz Railways” built by the Ottomans in Palestine. The station has a magnificent view, shaded by cypress and pine trees. The station also has a special camping and relaxation spot, which is managed by the local community in partnership with Palestine Heritage Trail Al-Khalil in order to host walkers and visitors where they can be served with traditional Palestinian food.

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Service Providers

Nablus Guides:

Nablus – Azmi Salman

My name is Azmi Salman, from small village called Qusin, meaning the ancient Syriac house of firewood, located to the west of the city of Nablus. His village is famous for agriculture. He currently lives in Ramallah. I work as an Agricultural Engineer, specializing in forests, range, and wildlife. I live in the city of

Nablus – Majdi Shilleh

Practical Info LocationContactLocation Nablus Region Contact 0599846385 majshella@yahoo.com ACCOMMODATION Meet the people who host travelers on the Palestine Heritage Trail GUIDES Get to know the guides of the Palestine Heritage Trail WOMEN’S ASSOCIATIONS Learn more about community initiatives along the Palestine Heritage Trail

Nablus – Zaid Salim Azhari

Working as a trekking guide connects me more to my country.Zaid started his career in tourism as a volunteer. He decided to help organizations that work in sustainable tourism development in Palestine. This work helped him to build his image and gain experience in the field of tourism. Now, Zaid plans to start his own

Nablus – Anwar Dawabsheh

Don’t wait for the perfect moment to hike, create it. Anwar Dawabsheh has liked to hike in the area surrounding his village, Duma, since he was six years old. As he grew older, he explored further regions such as the Al-Ghor (Jordan Valley) area. He has now visited almost all Palestinian towns and villages and

Nablus – Alaa Hammouz

As a guide I wish to have a real impact on the community development. Alaa Hammouz is from Nablus and he would like to invite everyone to walk with him through the alleys of the Nablus’ old city and climb the Mount Gerizim, the areas he likes the most in his surroundings. He guides both

Bethlehem – Nidal Rishmawi

Working as a guide means responsibility towards my country. I love my work for it gives me the opportunity to meet new people from different cultures and nationalities. It also gives me the opportunity to spend as much time as possible in nature with people who are interested and who appreciate it. Nidal Rishmawi is

Nablus – Nedal Sawalmeh

Nedal Sawalmeh is a well-known English speaking hiking guide from Far’a Camp in the northern part of the West Bank. He is married and has eight children. Nedal’s pleasant personality and enthusiasm for his work have touched many walkers throughout his seven years’ experience in walking and trekking programs. Through his work as a trekking

Nablus Women Associations:

Kufr Malek Alatá Women’s Center

“Kufr Malek Women Centre” Taking Initiative’ may best describe the actions of these women at the Alatá Women’s Center in Kufr Malek, a small village on the outskirts of Ramallah. Messada Mua’di, contact for the Center, relates the story of the Center’s modern building with modest pride. The 3-story building is a visible result of

Aqraba Women’s Center

Aqraba: “Aqraba Women Center” As part of the Aqraba municipality, the main activities of this Women’s Center are awareness workshops, creating job opportunities for local women, and sponsoring summer camps. The village of Aqraba is located in the rural outskirts of Nablus, surrounded by small farming enterprises in the beautiful green countryside. Sharifa Nassar spreads

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Sabastia to Hayat Al Reef

Distance: 3.8 KM
Time: 1 Hour
Challenge: Easy

Stage Logistics:

Food And Water

For the hike take:

at least 3 liters of water
snack

Notes And Tips

Check the weather before you go. Always remember about sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses). During the summer season wear light but modest clothes. During the winter season remember about a warmer jacket – mornings and evenings are usually cold.