Egypt · Desert Adventure

2-Day Faiyum Desert Safari from Cairo with Wadi El Hitan Camping

2 Days Round trip from Near Dimai Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Ride through the dunes of Faiyum in a four-wheel-drive safari vehicle
02 Explore a rare petrified forest with remnants of a 35 million-year-old woodland
03 Visit the ancient Qasr El Sagha temple and the Greek ruins of Demi El Seba
04 Discover the prehistoric whale fossils of Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of Whales
05 Swim in the Magic Lake and see the stunning waterfalls of Ryan Valley

Experience a desert safari adventure in Faiyum on this unforgettable two-day journey from Cairo. Travel by four-wheel-drive vehicle through striking desert landscapes to ancient quarries, temples, ruins, and a rare petrified forest. Camp under a starry sky, enjoy desert picnics, and discover the paleontological wonders of Wadi El Hitan. You will also swim in the beautiful Magic Lake, try sand-boarding, and admire the stunning waterfalls of Ryan Valley.

Drive to Wadi El Hitan, also known as the Valley of Whales, and explore hundreds of fossils of extinct prehistoric whale species.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cairo, Faiyum, Wadi El Hitan, Wadi El Rayan

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Basalt Quarry, Qasr El Sagha and Desert Camping

Meet your tour guide in Cairo at a pre-decided location.
Travel from Cairo to Faiyum in a four-wheel-drive vehicle.
Head to the ancient Basalt Quarry at Widan el-Faras.
Enjoy the views as you ride along the ancient Pharaonic Road.
Continue to a rare petrified forest and explore the remnants of a 35 million-year-old forest.
Soak in the stillness at the ancient Qasr El Sagha temple and the Greek ruins of Demi El Seba.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the desert.
Ride to Watermelon Valley and admire its spherical geological formations.
Spend the night stargazing before retiring to camp.

Day 02

Wadi El Hitan, Magic Lake and Ryan Valley

Begin your day with an early breakfast.
Drive to Wadi El Hitan, also known as the Valley of Whales, and explore hundreds of fossils of extinct prehistoric whale species.
Enjoy a hearty picnic lunch.
Make your way to the Magic Lake and indulge in sand-boarding and swimming.
Witness the stunning waterfalls of Ryan Valley.
Drive back to Cairo with your guide.