Description

Enjoy One night the White Desert and Bahariya Camping from Cairo, explore the black desert, Crystal Mountain,and enjoy unspoiled nature.

Included

Pick-up and drop off services from/to your hotel

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle

Tours by private Jeep 4X4 to the White and Black Deserts

One night in the white desert

Desert camping for one night-Full board

English-speaking driver

All camping equipment ( sleeping bags-Tents-Mats)

All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Beverages including mineral water and tea

All taxes and service charges

Excluded

Tipping of our teams( Driver-guide)

Entrance fees to the National Park of the White Desert 100 L.E per person

Remember to bring

Several t-shirts (cotton or preferably breathable/fast drying)

Trainers

Sunglasses, sunscreen, and lip salve

swimming suits as we stop at Hotspring

Torch

Warm clothes (Jacket, beanie, gloves)

Headlamp

Toilet Paper

Power bank

Your Itinerary

  • 1) Day1- Cairo to the white desert

    At 06:00 am Pick up time from your hotel in Giza or in Cairo , drive to Bahariya Oasis , which is located about 350 km east of Cairo This journey takes about 4 hours, in Past when people from Bahariya wished to go to the Nile valley, they often waited until a caravan was passing through, They traveled between the Nile and the oasis in three days( How lucky we are today!!!!! There will be 2 Coffee Breaks during the trip. You will see to the righthand side the railways that transport the iron ore deposits to the Steel mill at Helwan, So it is of no use for tourists- Baharyia oasis is the main source of Iron ore of Egypt. The Iron ore comes from the middle Eocene limestone and is located 4 places called Managim At 10:00 You will arrive at Baharyia oasis then you meet your Safari guide and you will take your 4x4 Jeep and Start your adventure.

    Drive to the black desert This name stems from the fact that there is a layer of black powder covering its mountains, highlands, and sand. This powder covers the summits of some mountains

    12:00 The Lunch will be served here in El Haize oasis which is located 37 k.m from Bawiti , Some people refer to this oasis as a separate oasis, during the roman time area was very Prosperous, many of the current families were originally from Libya., Before lunch, you can immerse yourself in a hot water spring which will almost instantly reduce stress. The heat naturally coaxes tense muscles to loosen up which in turn promotes feelings of calm, wellbeing, and tranquility.

    There is a museum here called the (water museum ) which is built to show the people the importance of the underground water for the people of the desert and the instruments which were used by the Egyptians to raise the water for irrigation 13:00 Then drive to the valley of Agabat 14:00  Arrive at the Valley of Agabat is deep within the white desert . You have to be there to feel the out-worldly beauty of the place. Millions of years ago, the place used to be under the sea. Over the years, unique rock formations of limestone, chalk (and maybe sand) developed.

    Then you will adventure the desert by discovering the Wadi el Agabat by Jeep 4x4 and Enjoy sandboarding -

    16: 30  explore the white desert National Park, the most well-known desert destination in Egypt.

    There are hundreds of images here each one is reminiscent of an animal- Chicken-  A sphinx, Camels, tents, Mushrooms

    The chicken-shaped rock

    17:30 Make tents and Enjoy the sunset 18:30 As the sky turns pink then the deepest fiery orange, the rock-shapes fade, and silence are all around. Sitting around a small fire and enjoying the simplest meal of chicken, rice, and vegetables, you will feel like nothing has ever tasted so good. Bedouin staff will arrange dinner and desert camping. Note:  at night  temperatures can drop suddenly in the White Desert a proper jacket would be necessary to spend the night comfortably

     
  • 2) Day 2- White desert - Bahariya oasis

     

    At 06:00 am Enjoy sunrise

     

    At 07:00 Am you'll enjoy breakfast in the desert, before driving to Bahariya Oasis At 09:00 On the way back, you will visit Crystal Mountain , Crystal Mountain , locally known as Gebel al-Izzaz. It's more of a crystal hill, seen on the right, which is often called the Jewel of the desert is formed by the quartzite crystals and looks amazing in the sun's rays. A few decades ago, that natural feature has been found by accident.

    11:00 Drive to Bahariya Oasis , Soak in the heat at Bir Sigam , a hot spring that can help to relax.  Located at 7 km east of Bahariya on the Cairo road, the spring is the best hot spring in temperature, In The summertime will stop at Bir Madi( which is a cold  spring) 12:00 Then drive back to Cairo . Arrival at Cairo at 16:30- If you want to add Lunch ( 15 $ Extra per person ) We have 2 Extra options for you to discover more about the oasis

    1-First option If you wish to discover more about the history of Bahariya oasis we do recommend doing an extra trip to the museum of the golden mummies, Bawiti tombs, and Alexander the Great temple You will visit the tombs of Bannentiu and Djed-Ankh-Amun-Iuf (Zed-Amun) The tombs at Qasr Selim (26th Dynasty)In 1938 the Egyptian archaeologist Ahmed Fakhry (1905-1973) discovered four tombs at the ridge of Qarat Qasr Selim. Visit Bawiti , Bawiti is the Capital of Bahariya Oasis , Then Visit the Museum of the golden mummies and the temple of Ain El Muftella, Bahariya Oasis ,  You will have lunch in Bahariya Oasis before driving to Cairo

    This will cost 35 $ per person Extra.

    2- Second option You can book Extra 3 Hours Bahariya oasis tour. You will discover Bahariya Oasis , The palm, and olives fields, Gebel Maghrafa. where the biggest Diansour( (Stromer's Tidal Giant) was ever discovered in 1914 at the base of Gebel Dist. Lake al-Marun which is the biggest salt lake in Bahariya Oasis , Enjoy the sunset from The summit of the English Mountain(Gebel Al Ingleez). the view from the top offers a panorama of the northern part of the oasis. drive to Cairo If you need to be dropped off at Cairo airport, this will cost 35 $ Extra transfer supplement

     

    This will cost 35 $ per person Extra.

     

Frequently Asked Questions

This overnight tour from Cairo includes a visit to Bahariya Oasis and the White Desert. You will explore the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and the stunning chalk formations of the White Desert. Camping under the stars with sleeping bags and blankets provided, plus full-board meals cooked over an open fire.

All essential camping equipment is provided, including sleeping bags, blankets, and sleeping mats. You do not need to bring your own tent or gear. We recommend packing warm layers as desert nights can be surprisingly cold, comfortable walking shoes, and a change of clothes for the two days.

Key highlights include the Black Desert with its volcanic hills, Crystal Mountain renowned for its quartz crystals, and the otherworldly White Desert with its iconic mushroom-shaped chalk formations. You will also visit hot and cold springs in Bahariya Oasis, and enjoy an optional quad bike ride.

Transportation from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis and back is provided in a comfortable air-conditioned 4WD vehicle. The drive takes approximately 4 hours each way through the Western Desert. Once at Bahariya, you will switch to a jeep for off-road exploration of the desert landscapes.

Reviews

  • Giulia Bianchi

    May 17, 2026, 12:09 p.m.

    Esperienza straordinaria! La notte nel deserto bianco e l'esplorazione della natura incontaminata sono stati momenti indimenticabili. La Montagna di Cristallo è stata un vero spettacolo. Assolutamente da non perdere!

  • Marco Rossi

    April 25, 2026, 7:52 a.m.

    Una notte nel deserto bianco è stata incredibile! Abbiamo esplorato il deserto nero e la Montagna di Cristallo, ed è stata un'esperienza unica. La natura incontaminata è mozzafiato. Lo consiglio vivamente a tutti!

  • Hans Müller

    Jan. 27, 2026, 7:29 p.m.

    Ein unvergessliches Abenteuer! Die weiße Wüste und Bahariya-Camping waren fantastisch. Die Schwarze Wüste war ein besonderes Highlight und die unberührte Natur ist etwas, das man erlebt haben muss. Sehr empfehlenswert!

  • Laura Bennett

    Jan. 19, 2026, 10:50 a.m.

    A fantastic experience! The White Desert was breathtaking, and camping overnight under the stars was unforgettable. The Black Desert was also intriguing in its own right. A delightful escape into pristine nature.

  • Sophie Dubois

    Dec. 2, 2025, 7:21 p.m.

    C'était une expérience incroyable! Passer une nuit dans le désert blanc et explorer la nature préservée était tout simplement magique. Le Mont Cristal et le désert noir étaient magnifiques. Je le recommande vivement!

  • Thomas Brown

    Oct. 20, 2025, 2:26 a.m.

    A once-in-a-lifetime experience! The White Desert is surreal, like stepping onto another planet. Camping was comfortable and well-organized, and the views were spectacular. Perfect for adventurers seeking something unique.

  • Olga Smirnova

    April 28, 2024, 4:33 a.m.

    Потрясающий тур! Белая пустыня и Бахария буквально захватывают дух. Черная пустыня была особенной, а природа настолько чистая и нетронутая, что просто невозможно отвести глаза. Обязательно рекомендую!

  • James Smith

    Aug. 9, 2023, 2:45 p.m.

    This tour exceeded all my expectations! Spending a night in the White Desert was surreal. The Black Desert and Crystal Mountain were highlights. The untouched nature offered tranquility and beauty that's hard to find elsewhere. Definitely a must-do!

  • Emily Johnson

    Feb. 23, 2023, 11:33 p.m.

    An absolutely magical experience! The White Desert and Bahariya Camping was something out of this world. The landscapes were stunning, especially the Crystal Mountain. It's nature at its finest. Highly recommend!

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