2-Day Bahariya Oasis Camping Tour with White and Black Deserts

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 See the unique black mounds of the Black Desert
• 02 Explore the beautiful White Desert and its limestone formations
• 03 Get a local life experience in El Hez village
• 04 Spot the cold springs in Bahariya Oasis
• 05 Visit Crystal Mountain, a favourite stop for travellers

Sign up for a short camping tour and witness the unique topography of Bahariya Oasis as you explore the White and Black Deserts. Visit the striking black mounds of the Black Desert, stop at Crystal Mountain, and discover the lesser-known yet beautiful village of El Hez with its cold springs. This desert safari combines geological wonders, local life, and an overnight camp under the stars.

This desert safari combines geological wonders, local life, and an overnight camp under the stars.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cairo, Bahariya Oasis

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

White and Black Desert Safari Adventure

• Meet your tour guide, who will pick you up at 7:00 a.m. from your Cairo hotel to begin the journey to Bahariya Oasis. The drive takes approximately 5 hours.
• Have lunch, then start your safari trip with a visit to the Black Desert. The Black Desert is distinguished by its volcanic-shaped mountains, making you feel as though you are in a Star Wars movie. Here, you can climb the soft peaks, enjoy the outstanding views, and take some fabulous photographs.
• Visit El Hez village and its cold springs.
• Drive to Crystal Mountain and the Aqapat area, one of the most important and remarkable places in the White Desert. You will admire this unique landscape and have a great opportunity to take memorable photos.
• Continue to the Old White Desert to see the mushroom area, then transfer to the New White Desert and enjoy its beautiful limestone formations that will fascinate you. There, you will find a good spot to set up camp and enjoy a very delicious Bedouin dinner, taking in the fantastic vibe and spending the night under the stars in an amazingly calm atmosphere.

2

Day 02

Sunrise in the Desert and Return to Cairo

• Wake up and enjoy a tasty breakfast while watching the sunrise. Take in this amazing morning vibe as you are surrounded by the beautiful desert landscape.
• Head back to your hotel in Cairo.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick-up from your hotel in Cairo
• Transfer by modern air-conditioned vehicle
• Transfer by 4x4 car to the White and Black Deserts
• All entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary
• One-night accommodation in camp with full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• Soft drinks
• One bottle of mineral water per day
• Bedouin guide in the desert
• Transfer to your hotel in Cairo by modern air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

• Tipping
• Personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cairo, Egypt

Tour start

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.