Under the Stars: 2 Days Camping in Egypt’s White Desert

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About this activity

White Desert, climb sand dunes, and explore surreal rock formations shaped like animals and human heads. The experience is enriched with authentic Bedouin hospitality, sharing meals, music, and stories under one of the clearest starry skies in the world. Ending the day with camping in the heart of the desert makes this adventure truly unforgettable.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Egypt safari tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bedouin desert guide
Included: All entrance fees as specified in the itinerary.
Included: All taxes and fees.
Included: 4x4 jeep safari in the desert.
Included: All transfers by private, comfortable, modern air-conditioned vehicle.
Included: Lunch
Included: 1 Night camping in the White Desert with full board.
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast

Not included

Not included: Tips (appreciated for guides, representatives, drivers, etc.)

Itinerary

Day 1 · Adventure in the White and Black Desert & Overnight camping

Cairo

5 hours

Starting from Cairo at 7 am driving towards Bahariya Oasis about 5 hour's drive.

Along the way, there will be a short stop at a rest house for a refreshing break (to eat or drink something).
Bahariya Oasis Desert

Passing by

Arrival at Bahariya Oasis (around 11:30 AM), where you will switch vehicles to a safari car.

Then you will meet the local Bedouin guide who will accompany you to the main desert attractions.
Black Desert

one hour Admission included

Black Desert: You’ll then head to the Black Desert, where you'll see a sand mountain covered with black stones and minerals such as coal and iron, called "El Marsos Mountain." We'll take some photos in this area shaped by volcanic activity.
Stop 4

one hour Admission included

El Heiz Village: You'll head to the village of El Heiz for lunch and a short break. Here you will also have the chance to purchase handmade Bedouin-style souvenirs.
Stop 5

one hour Admission included

Aqabat Area: We'll depart for the Aqabat area, known for its limestone hills and magnificent natural rock formations. The name means “obstacles,” as it used to take three days to cross the area by camel.
White Desert

one hour Admission included

Crystal Mountain: Shines with quartzite crystals, a desert jewel perfect for unforgettable photographs.
White Desert

2 hours Admission included

White Desert: We will enter the White Desert, an area resembling a lunar landscape, with white sand that looks like snow and rock formations that resemble human heads, plants, or animal shapes, sculpted by strong winds.
White Desert

one hour Admission included

You’ll have time to explore and take photos while watching the sunset. The light will change the surface colors from orange to purple, creating a truly unique atmosphere.
White Desert

Passing by

Enjoy the sunset and a traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars.

Traditional Bedouin dinner under the stars.

Overnight camping in tents in the desert.

Day 2 · bahariya oasis

Bahariya Oasis

5 hours

After having our breakfast and when we are ready we Start to drive and finish our visiting if we missed something from the first day then we drive back to the oasis to find our car ready to drive us back to cairo.