White Desert

The White Desert in western Egypt is a surreal landscape of brilliant white chalk rock formations sculpted by wind into giant mushrooms, chickens, and other shapes. Set against golden sand, it feels like walking on another planet, making it a dream destination for camping, stargazing, and photography.

Resumen del Paquete

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Itinerario / Detalles Completos

WHITE DESERT CAMPING AND DESERT SAFARI
2 NIGHTS 3 DAYS ITINERARY
DAY 1 CAIRO TO BAHARIYA OASIS TO BLACK DESERT TO FIRST CAMPSITE
Morning Transfer from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis
0600 AM Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza
Drive approximately 4 to 5 hours by private air conditioned vehicle to Bahariya Oasis Bawiti with a comfort stop along the way
Late Morning Arrival at Bahariya Oasis
Arrive in Bawiti switch to a 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser for the desert expedition
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch in the oasis before heading off road
Afternoon Black Desert and El Haize Village
Visit the Black Desert volcanic hills covered in dark basalt stones
Drive to El Haize Oasis relax at a natural spring shaded by palm trees take a refreshing shower or swim
Stop at Crystal Mountain a quartz formation that glitters in the sunlight
Late Afternoon Agabat Valley and First Camp
Continue to Agabat Valley a dramatic region of limestone ridges sand dunes and hidden caves
Optional try sandboarding on the dunes
Arrive at the first campsite before sunset tents blankets and sleeping bags are already set up
Evening Bedouin Camp Experience
Traditional Bedouin dinner such as chicken mombar and lentil soup
Bonfire with Bedouin music and storytelling under the starry desert sky
Overnight camping at the first desert camp
Meals included Lunch Dinner
Transportation Private air conditioned vehicle from Cairo to Bahariya and 4x4 Jeep safari
Accommodation Fully equipped desert camp with tents blankets sleeping bags and pillows
DAY 2 WHITE DESERT EXPLORATION VALLEYS SPRINGS AND CHALK FORMATIONS
Morning Sunrise and Deep Desert Drive
Wake up to sunrise over the desert enjoy breakfast with Bedouin tea
Drive to Magic Spring a natural spring surrounded by greenery
Visit Ain Kadra Spring a beautiful desert spring with palms and fresh water enjoy a picnic lunch in the valley
Afternoon Old White Desert
Explore the Old White Desert home to iconic wind sculpted rock formations
See Mushroom Valley Tants Valley and flower stone chalk towers
Stop at El Khor Mountain and surrounding sand dunes
Late Afternoon New White Desert
Arrive in the New White Desert limestone formations shaped into animal figures resembling a sphinx chicken camel and mushroom
Visit the hidden Djara Cave a prehistoric cave with stalactites and stalagmites if included in your specific tour
Reach the second campsite inside the White Desert National Park
Evening Second Desert Camp
Dinner grilled chicken rice vegetables salad
Another evening of Bedouin tea music and stargazing around the campfire
Overnight camping in the White Desert
Meals included Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Transportation 4x4 Jeep safari
Accommodation Fully equipped desert camp
DAY 3 FAREWELL TO THE DESERT RETURN TO CAIRO
Morning Sunrise and Final White Desert Tour
Early morning sunrise over the chalky formations a peaceful and photogenic moment
Warm breakfast with tea followed by a short tour of additional White Desert highlights
Midday Relax and Return
Optional stop at a natural hot spring for a refreshing dip before beginning the return journey
Drive back to Bahariya Oasis for lunch
Take a final brief rest in Bahariya then transfer to your private air conditioned vehicle for the drive back to Cairo
Afternoon Arrival in Cairo
Arrive back in Cairo in the late afternoon or early evening
KEY LANDMARKS VISITED
Black Desert Dark volcanic hills and basalt coated mountains
Crystal Mountain Glittering quartz crystal formation
Agabat Valley Limestone ridges dunes and hidden caves
Ain Kadra Lush desert spring with palms and fresh water
Old White Desert Mushroom Valley and flower shaped chalk towers
New White Desert Animal like chalk formations chicken sphinx camel
Djara Cave Prehistoric cave with stalactites and stalagmites available on selected tours
ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TIPS
Best season October through April offers the most comfortable daytime temperatures
Packing essentials warm clothing for chilly desert nights sturdy closed toe walking shoes sun protection hat sunglasses sunscreen headlamp or flashlight refillable water bottle and camera
Mobile coverage Signal is extremely limited once you leave Bahariya Oasis prepare to be offline throughout the safari
Toilet facilities The desert has no built facilities your guide will direct you to discreet natural areas
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Incluido

Private air conditioned round trip transportation between Cairo and Bahariya Oasis
All transfers and desert travel by 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser for the safari
Fully equipped desert camping gear tents blankets sleeping bags pillows
All meals during the tour 2 breakfasts 3 lunches Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 and 2 dinners Day 1 Day 2
Refreshments throughout the trip mineral water soft drinks Bedouin tea fruit
Expert English speaking Bedouin guide for the safari
Sandboarding equipment where applicable
Bedouin music and entertainment around the campfire

Las inclusiones exactas pueden variar ligeramente según sus fechas de viaje y preferencias. Nuestro equipo confirmará todo antes de la reserva.

No Incluido

Any personal expenses.
Entrance fees to the national parks

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