Egypt · Desert Adventure

3-Day White Desert and Bahariya Oasis Trip from Cairo with Camping

3 Days Round trip from Bahariya Oasis Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit English Mountain in Bahariya Oasis
  • 02 Marvel at the magical formations of Crystal Mountain and the White Desert
  • 03 Explore the volcano-shaped black mounds of the Black Desert
  • 04 Enjoy sunset views in the oasis and the White Desert
  • 05 Spend a night camping in the White Desert

Enjoy a thrilling 3-day trip to Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert in Egypt's Western Desert. Discover the ancient oasis of Bahariya, visit English Mountain, and marvel at the magical landscapes of Crystal Mountain, the Black Desert, and the White Desert National Park. Take in beautiful sunset views and experience a memorable night of camping in the White Desert. This journey combines desert exploration, natural wonders, and oasis life in one unforgettable adventure.

Take in beautiful sunset views and experience a memorable night of camping in the White Desert.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cairo, Bahariya Oasis
Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Cairo to Bahariya Oasis and English Mountain

  • After arriving at the oasis and having lunch, visit the ancient oasis of Bahariya, the Mountain of Pyramids, the palm garden, and the hot and cold springs. Duration: 4 hours.
  • Stop at English Mountain in Bahariya Oasis and enjoy the sunset over the oasis. Duration: 1 hour.
  • Visit the Bahariya Cemetery near Bahariya Oasis, then discover the market and the old town of Bawiti. Duration: 1 hour.

Meals included: Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation included: Ahmed Safari Camp and Hotel

2
Day 02

Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and White Desert

  • After breakfast, around 11:00 a.m., start the Black Desert tour. This region is known for its volcano-shaped and widely spaced mounds, distributed along 30 km in western Egypt between the White Desert to the south and Bahariya Oasis to the north. Most of its mounds are capped with basalt thresholds, giving them their characteristic black colour. Duration: 1 hour.
  • Visit Crystal Mountain in Al Farafra Desert, New Valley Governorate. Crystal Mountain is located between Bahariya Oasis and Farafra Oasis. Duration: 1 hour.
  • At sunset, reach the White Desert. The White Desert National Park is a national park in Egypt, first established as a protected area in 2002. It is located in the Farafra Depression, 45 km north of the city of Farafra. Part of the park lies in the oasis of Farafra in the New Valley Governorate. The highest point in the park is at El Qess Abu Said, 353 m above sea level, and the lowest is at Wadi Hennis, 32 m.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation included: Camping in the White Desert

3
Day 03

Return from Bahariya Oasis to Cairo

  • After breakfast in this amazing place, return to our hotel at the oasis, then continue back by bus to Cairo.

Meals included: Breakfast

No accommodation included for this day

White Desert National Park formations, Black Desert volcano-shaped mounds, Crystal Mountain, Bahariya Oasis palm garden

Where this trip takes you

White Desert National Park formations, Black Desert volcano-shaped mounds, Crystal Mountain, Bahariya Oasis palm garden

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Bahariya Oasis 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transfers in a private, air-conditioned, modern vehicle
  • An experienced guide will accompany you from departure from Cairo
  • 2 nights at the hotel with half board
  • Lunch at a local restaurant or picnic
  • Water and snacks
  • Required entrance fees
  • Taxes and services

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses and extras at the hotel or during the tour
  • Entry visa
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Any other item not listed above
  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Cairo, Egypt
Tour start
Bahariya Oasis, Al Wahat Al Baharia, Giza Governorate, Egypt
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Bahariya Oasis.

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