West of road 90 just opposite the turn off to K20 salt ponds is a pristine desert. Visit this desert, and you will find yourself surrounded by a dramatic landscape comprised of amazing sandstone cliffs and granite hills. With no cellular reception or any sign of civilization, Amram's pillars are the place to experience the desert in its full magnitude. The area around the campsite and the trailhead to Mt. Amir are the best sites for the elusive Sinai Rosefinch as well as some cool desert species (Sand Partridge, Arabian Scrub Warbler, and Hooded Wheatear to name a few...). Along the dirt road on the way there, keep an eye out for the rare Basalt Wheatear, as it has been wintering there during the last couple of years. The best time to visit is between late autumn and early spring. Birding in this lunar landscape is all about quality, not about numbers.

Key species: 
Winter and Spring – Sinai Rosefinch, Basalt Wheatear, Desert Warbler, Trumpeter Finch.
Summer and autumn – Sooty Falcon.
Year round – Barbary Falcon, Scrub Warbler, Hooded Wheatear, Desert Lark, Pale Crag Martin, White-crowned Wheatear, Sand Partridge, and Brown-necked Raven.

Important facts and logistics:
Amram's pillars and its surroundings are in the heart of a nature reserve. Make sure to stay only on marked tracks/trails and leave before darkness. It is strictly forbidden to feed the birds here!  The best location to look for the site's specialties is the campsite and Yocheved hill, about 500m east of the pillars. The drive in is also interesting, mostly for wintering Wheatears and Warblers. The dirt road leading to the pillars is suitable for small vehicles, but can be rugged at points, especially after flash floods. There is no cellular service or any facilities near the pillars -- pack water and food for the trip! 

The location of the site on Google Map in the following link >>>