Embark on an unforgettable adventure to the enchanting White Desert, a breathtaking expanse of rock formations and landscapes located in Egypt’s Western Desert. This unique tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and thrilling activities.
The place will transport you back thousands of years, and you’ll imagine the moments when strong winds blew through it, creating these formations. The White Desert, situated between Bahariya Oasis and Farafra Oasis in Egypt’s western desert, is a treasure trove of wonders in the country.
Tourists wandering through these exotic lands often feel as if they’re visiting another planet, even though they’re just a five-hour drive from Cairo. Natural landscapes will reveal the secrets of the past through fossils that bear witness to the climate change in this region throughout history. Its rocks date back 70 million years, specifically to the Cretaceous period, which was formed as a result of the Tethys Sea submerging the region.
Your white desert adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your Cairo stay by a private, air-conditioned vehicle and a qualified driver. The journey to Bahariya Oasis, the gateway to the White Desert, takes approximately 4-5 hours from Cairo.
Upon Arrival at Bahariya Oasis, meet your local guide who will assist you in exploring the desert with a 4×4 Jeep to start the Journey of the White Desert.
Drive and leave the Bahariya oasis to visit:
The Black Desert Exploration: you can climb the black mountain for a panoramic view of all desert that characterized by its numerous black-topped volcanic hills and dolerite rocks.
We will stop for Local lunch that is prepared by Bedouin staff at El Haize Village, with a picnic trip. Then continue the tour to explore the nest site.
The Crystal Mountain: a naturally formed hill adorned with shimmering quartz crystals. It’s a fascinating geological wonder that sparkles in the sunlight.
Visit Agabat Valley: We drive through the magnificent Miracle Valley, known for its huge, rounded rock formations that have been sculpted by wind and sand over millennia.
Reach White Desert National Park with overnight and Camping: arrive at the main part of the trip and explore the different formations for the White Stone that carved from thounads of years by wind, you will find different shapes such as; the Bird, the camel, the horse or the Pyramid shape, you explore more with the sunset till arrive the site for the camping.
The Bedouin team will assist; you can share with them for building the tent, and start the camping trip for preparing the sleeping tents, the setting area, and the fire to prepare the barbecue dinner on the fire. With Bedouin tea will be served as well.
– Overnight Camping.
Wake up to a serene desert sunrise with the sunshine and enjoy a lovely breakfast prepared by the staff of the trip at your campsite.
Then we will start the trip back to Bahariya Oasis, to continue our trip in the White Desert and explore the Bedouin life with your 4×4.
Explore more of the White Desert with a lovely chance to swim in the hot spring. Indulge in a relaxing soak in one of the natural hot springs in the Oases, known for their therapeutic properties.
Then we will enjoy with final lunch at a local restaurant in Bahariya Oasis, savoring traditional Bedouin cuisine.
After lunch, transfer back to your private, air-conditioned vehicle for the return journey to Cairo. Arrive back at your hotel in Cairo in the late afternoon, with memories of your Safari trip in the white desert.
A safari trip to a wonderland in the heart of the Western Desert.
Discover the strangest natural landmarks that have remained unchanged for millions of years, most notably the White Desert, the Enchanted Eye, the Miracle Valley, and Crystal Mountain. If you’re looking for a dreamy, relaxing atmosphere to create an economical and enjoyable vacation for yourself, your family, and friends, then start camping in half the area of Egypt: the White Desert south of Cairo.
The White Desert Reserve is a desert reserve boasting stunning natural scenery. It contains prehistoric artifacts and is distinguished by its beautiful dune landscapes and geological formations of pure white limestone and chalk rocks, as well as fossils.
Upon arrival in the White Desert, its rich program of activities and fascinating attractions will make up for the tiring journey. Between viewing the unique and wondrous rock shapes and seeing the largest number of stars at night, you will have an unparalleled experience… with the joy of Bedouin singing around the fires, which the organizers of these trips from the people of the Bahariya Oasis never tire of innovating to entertain those who come to discover this magical place.
The white desert trip is an excursion for one or two days that takes travelers to explore the White Desert, renowned for its unique chalk white rock formations and surreal landscapes. Yes, you can visit the White Desert from Cairo.
You can book the white desert trip from Cairo through the official channels of Pyramids Trip, as we specialize in desert tours, ensuring you choose the adventure package that suits your preferences.
From mid-September till the end of May is are perfect time for a visit White Desert; as well as in the Winter season weather is perfect to enjoy with the atmosphere of the Safari trip.
For a white desert trip needs you should have comfortable shoes, clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera to capture the amazing landscapes.
There are one-day trips and two-day trips, but we recommend having two days with one night camping, as you can enjoy the natural life, wildlife trips as well
You can do various activities such as dune bashing, Safari by Jeep, hiking, stargazing, experiencing local Bedouin culture, and swimming in a hot spring.
Yes, it is safe to book a white desert trip from Cairo when you choose Pyramids Trip, which is a reputable tour operator that provides expert guides and drivers during the trip to take care of you.
The accommodation during your trip in the White Desert Safari is camping in the desert, with options for comfortable tents and basic facilities, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the desert experience.
The White Desert boasts geological significance thanks to its unique limestone formations and is a popular destination for travelers seeking to explore Egypt’s natural wonders and ecotourism.
From $109 / 7 days
Egypt’s fascinating history extending to the world’s civilization makes it the best and oldest destination on earth for travel.
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