Egypt White Desert

Description

3 Days, 2 Nights

English,Arabic

Morning:
- Depart from القاهرة early in the morning by private 4x4 vehicle (approximately 5-6 hours drive).
- Arrive at El Bahariya Oasis, a lush oasis and the gateway to the White Desert.
- Stop for a brief visit to the Bahariya Oasis Museum, to learn about the history and culture of the region.
- Enjoy a quick lunch at a local restaurant in the oasis.
Afternoon:
- Begin your desert adventure by driving through the Black Desert, a region of volcanic hills and rocky terrain.
- Visit the Crystal Mountain, where the desert floor is littered with quartz crystals.
- Continue to the White Desert, renowned for its surreal chalk formations. Explore the unique Mushroom Rocks, The Chicken rock formation, and other beautiful desert features.
Evening:
- Set up camp in the desert and enjoy a traditional Bedouin-style dinner around a campfire.
- After dinner, enjoy an unforgettable stargazing experience in the clear desert skies.

Overnight in a desert camp with comfortable tents and bedding

Morning:
- Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the White Desert, an awe-inspiring sight.
- Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the camp.
- Spend the morning exploring more of the White Desert, visiting some of its most unique rock formations and natural wonders. Some highlights include:
  - The Mushroom Rocks: Large, mushroom-shaped limestone formations.
  - The White Desert's Chalk Formations: White, powdery chalk structures shaped by the wind.
  - The Chicken Rock: A rock formation that resembles a chicken.
Afternoon:
- Continue your exploration with a dune bashing adventure, driving through the desert's vast sand dunes and rocky terrain.
- Stop for a picnic lunch in the desert, enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
- Visit the Black Desert again, stopping to explore its volcanic rock formations and distinctive landscape.
Evening:
- Return to your desert camp for dinner.
- Enjoy another night of stargazing in the desert or share stories around the campfire.

Overnight at the desert camp.

Morning:
- After breakfast, take a morning excursion to The Valley of the Golden Mummies (time permitting), an archaeological site where hundreds of mummies were discovered in the area.
- Explore The White Desert’s Hidden Caves, some of which contain ancient rock carvings and petroglyphs.
- Enjoy a final walk through the desert's stunning landscapes, before preparing for your return trip.
Afternoon:
- Enjoy a relaxing lunch in the desert or at a local oasis.
- Begin your journey back to القاهرة.
Evening: