Under the Stars: 2 Days Camping in Egypt’s White Desert

4.9 (68 reviews) Western Desert, Egypt
Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

White Desert, climb sand dunes, and explore surreal rock formations shaped like animals and human heads. The experience is enriched with authentic Bedouin hospitality, sharing meals, music, and stories under one of the clearest starry skies in the world. Ending the day with camping in the heart of the desert makes this adventure truly unforgettable.

What's included

  • Bedouin desert guide
  • All entrance fees as specified in the itinerary.
  • All taxes and fees.
  • 4x4 jeep safari in the desert.
  • All transfers by private, comfortable, modern air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Lunch
  • 1 Night camping in the White Desert with full board.
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Tips (appreciated for guides, representatives, drivers, etc.)

What to expect

Day 1: Adventure in the White and Black Desert & Overnight camping
  1. Cairo
    5h
    Starting from Cairo at 7 am driving towards Bahariya Oasis about 5 hour's drive.
    Along the way, there will be a short stop at a rest house for a refreshing break (to eat or drink something).
  2. Bahariya Oasis Desert
    Pass by
    Arrival at Bahariya Oasis (around 11:30 AM), where you will switch vehicles to a safari car.
    Then you will meet the local Bedouin guide who will accompany you to the main desert attractions.
  3. Black Desert
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Black Desert: You’ll then head to the Black Desert, where you'll see a sand mountain covered with black stones and minerals such as coal and iron, called "El Marsos Mountain." We'll take some photos in this area shaped by volcanic activity.
  4. 1h · Admission ticket included
    El Heiz Village: You'll head to the village of El Heiz for lunch and a short break. Here you will also have the chance to purchase handmade Bedouin-style souvenirs.
  5. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Aqabat Area: We'll depart for the Aqabat area, known for its limestone hills and magnificent natural rock formations. The name means “obstacles,” as it used to take three days to cross the area by camel.
  6. White Desert
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Crystal Mountain: Shines with quartzite crystals, a desert jewel perfect for unforgettable photographs.
  7. White Desert
    2h · Admission ticket included
    White Desert: We will enter the White Desert, an area resembling a lunar landscape, with white sand that looks like snow and rock formations that resemble human heads, plants, or animal shapes, sculpted by strong winds.
  8. White Desert
    1h · Admission ticket included
    You’ll have time to explore and take photos while watching the sunset. The light will change the surface colors from orange to purple, creating a truly unique atmosphere.
  9. White Desert
    Pass by
    Enjoy the sunset and a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars.
Day 2: bahariya oasis
  1. Bahariya Oasis
    5h
    After having our breakfast and when we are ready we Start to drive and finish our visiting if we missed something from the first day then we drive back to the oasis to find our car ready to drive us back to cairo.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Starting from Cairo at 7 am driving towards Bahariya oasis (White Desert) about 5 hours drive.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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