Siwa Oasis Private 3 Day Sahara Safari with Salt Lakes, Springs

5.0 (5 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, Portuguese, English, Italian, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Begin your exclusive Siwa Oasis adventure with a private, air-conditioned pickup from Cairo or Giza. Relax on a scenic journey through the Western Desert, complete with rest stops, light snacks, and insights from your local guide. Upon arrival, switch to a 4x4 and dive into the majestic Great Sand Sea—dune bashing, sandboarding, and soaking in a breathtaking Sahara sunset.

Swim in the cool, crystal-clear waters of a hidden desert lake, then unwind in the natural warmth of a hot spring. Discover ancient treasures like the Oracle Temple of Amun, wander through salt-encrusted lakes, and visit the serene beauty of Fatnas Island for a peaceful tea by the water.

In the evening, return to your cozy ecolodge where comfort meets local charm. With private transport, handpicked accommodations, and expert local guidance, this all-inclusive 3-day tour offers the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and cultural discovery in one of Egypt’s most magical destinations.

Options

Private VIP All inclusive tour

2N Stay at Natural Ecolodge + All Entrance, Safari Permits +Private tour
3 breakfast, 2 lunch, 2 dinner
all others mentioned
Pickup included

Private tour package

private tour package: 2N Stay at Natural Ecolodge + All Entrance, Safari Permits +Private tour
3 breakfast, 2 lunch, 2 dinner
all others mentioned
Pickup included

What's included

  • 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners
  • All taxes and service charges
  • English-speaking local guide
  • 2 nights accommodation (eco-lodge )
  • 4x4 desert safari in the Great Sand Sea for the dune bashing and sand Boarding
  • Entrance to historical sites: Oracle Temple, Shali Fortress, Mountain of the Dead
  • Salt lake experience, Hot & cold spring swims (Bir Wahid, Cleopatra’s Pool)
  • Private round-trip transport from Cairo or Giza (AC vehicle) with Bottled water and snacks on board.
  • Tipping "Not mandatory but appreciated"

What to expect

Day 1: Cairo, Marsa Matrouh, Siwa Desert Safari, overnight at an Ecolodge.
  1. Mersa Matruh
    10h
    After a 4 hour drive from Cairo, with one stop at the rest house after 2 hours drive, we will have breakfast in Marsa Matrouh, one of the most beautiful cities on the Mediterranean, Enjoy your breakfast and your drive thru the Corniche area. Will continue another 4 hours driving with one stop at the rest house to reach Fontas Island where you are going to get tea at the sunset time, then to your hotel stay to rest from the long drive.
  2. Siwa Oasis Tour
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Upon arrival to Siwa, we will start our lovely part of the trip and go to the Great Sand Sea by the 4x4 Desert Safari Land Cruise. you will enjoy the Dune Bashing, Sand Boarding and watching the sunset from the desert side with Siwan Tea and Snacks.
  3. Lake Siwa
    30m · Admission ticket included
    One of the beautiful stops at the desert, you will have the chance to swim at the cold lake, it is natural lake at the heart of the desert.
  4. Lake Siwa
    30m · Admission ticket included
    We call it hot spring, water comes from 1000 meter deep
  5. Siwa Oasis Tour
    12h · Admission ticket included
    After the sunset time you will have a delicious dinner at hot spring camp at the heart of the desert, following by star gazing and meditation, you will over night at the hot spring desert camp, watching the stars
Day 2: Magic of Siwa Oasis
  1. Mountain of the Dead
    1h · Admission ticket included
    After your delicious breakfast, we will start our tour today at 9am hiding to Mountain of the dead,
  2. Temple of Amun
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Time to see the Temple of the Oracle of Amun, our tour guide will let you enjoy the history about the temple
  3. Salt Lakes
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    This is an amazing visit during your tour, enjoy the feeling of floating at the salt lakes of Siwa, we provide mineral water to take shower after swimming at the lake.
  4. Cleopatra's Pool - Spring of Juba
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Enjoy swimming and have natural juice
  5. Dakrur Mountain
    30m · Admission ticket included
    You will visit the Darker mountain and enjoy the interesting explanation of our guide about it is place.
  6. Siwa Oasis Tour
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Now it is time to watch the sunset from Fitnas Island, enjoy the view with fresh juice included and you also can ride the paddle-boat
  7. The Traditional Siwa House
    30m · Admission ticket included
    You will be learned about the Siwan people culture and history at the Siwan house
  8. Shali Fortress
    45m · Admission ticket included
    It is time to visit Old Shali fortress of Siwa
Day 3: Goodbye Siwa Oasis, and back to Cairo
  1. Siwa
    10h
    We will have a walking city tour of the small city Siwa, then we will drive back to Cairo with 2 stops at rest houses, the drive will take around 8 hours to reach Cairo

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

we pick all of our travelers from anywhere they identify considering our terms and conditions.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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