Astronomy and Camping Trip in Whales Valley in Fayoum

Giza, Egypt
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Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Join us for an unforgettable camping and astronomy trip inside Egypt’s stunning Wadi El-Rayan Protected Area — home to the famous Whale Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore 40-million-year-old fossil sites, hike at sunset, visit the Open Climate Change Museum, and enjoy a guided stargazing session with telescopes and sky maps.

Spend the night under a sky full of stars, gather around the campfire, and wake up to a peaceful desert sunrise.

Includes:
-Guided tour, hiking, and astronomy session
-Camping in tents (sleeping bags provided)
-Museum visit and sunset hike

Notes:
-Trip starts from Cairo (State Council – Dokki)
-Bring ID, snacks, comfortable shoes, and a jacket
-No network coverage inside the protected area.
-Suitable for adults (10+ years)

What's included

  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • sleeping bag
  • Tent
  • Breakfast
  • Horse Riding
  • Pottery
  • Beach buggy

What to expect

Day 1: Journey to Whale Valley & Night Under the Stars
  1. Cairo
    Pass by
    Cairo → Fayoum "Whale Valley"

    8:30 AM – Meet at State Council – Dokki, Cairo

    9:00 AM – Depart by air-conditioned bus or van toward Fayoum

    11:00 AM – Arrive at Tunis Village, free tour and visit local pottery workshops
    (Optional breakfast or horse riding available at extra cost)

    2:30 PM – Arrive at Wadi El-Rayan Protected Area (Whale Valley)

    Short rest and help set up the camp

    4:00 PM – Visit the Open Climate Change Museum

    5:00 PM – Guided hike and sunset view from the top of Whale Valley mountain

    6:00 PM – Group dinner (main meal provided)

    8:00 PM – Astronomy session with telescopes

    Observe constellations, meteor showers, and planets

    Learn how to find directions and Qibla using stars

    Use star maps and phone apps to recognize constellations

    9:30 PM – Campfire gathering and overnight stay in tents under the stars
Day 2: Sunrise in the Desert & Return to Cairo
  1. Fayoum Oasis
    Pass by
    4:00 AM – Wake up and Pack up camp prepare for return

    5:00 AM – watch the sunrise over the desert

    9:00 AM – Depart for Cairo

    ~10:00 AM – Arrival at the State Council – Dokki, Cairo

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to Charles de Gaulle Street, beside the Mobile Gas Station, and look for a guide wearing a T-shirt with our logo.
Location: Dokki – Giza

End point

Go to Charles de Gaulle Street, beside the Mobile Gas Station, and look for a guide wearing a T-shirt with our logo.
Location: Dokki – Giza

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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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