Cairo / Bahariya Oasis / White Desert Tours

White Desert Egypt 2 - At 7:00 AM, after enjoying breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, the Nile Holiday tour guide and driver will pick you up. You will then embark on a 360 km journey (approximately 4-5 hours) to Bahariya Oasis. Upon arrival, transfer to your 4X4 land cruiser and drive to El-Heiz, a Bedouin village, for lunch. Continue your adventure by exploring the Black Desert, sand dunes, Crystal Mountain, and Aqabat Valley on your way to the White Desert camping site at the White Desert National Park. Set up camp among the white rock formations, sculpted by years of wind and sand erosion, and enjoy a stunning sunset. Return to the campsite at Al Haiz for an overnight stay.

White Desert - The White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) is one of Egypt’s most remarkable natural wonders, located in the Western Desert near the Bahariya Oasis. It is celebrated for its unique and surreal landscape, making it a favorite destination for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and adventurers. Here is an overview of what makes the White Desert so special:

2. Unique Landscape Features:
   Chalk Rock Formations: The White Desert is renowned for its extraordinary rock formations made of white chalk and limestone. These formations have been shaped over millennia by wind and sand, creating bizarre and beautiful shapes resembling mushrooms, animals, towers, and more.
   Brilliant White Color: The white or cream color of the rocks contrasts sharply with the golden sands of the surrounding desert, giving the area an ethereal, almost snow-like appearance.
   Crystal Mountain: On the way to the White Desert from Bahariya, Crystal Mountain is a notable stop. This small hill is embedded with sparkling quartz crystals.

White Desert - Crystal Mountain is a natural landmark in Egypt’s Western Desert, often visited en route to the White Desert or Bahariya Oasis. It is a unique and mesmerizing formation known for its sparkling quartz crystals. Here is detailed information about this notable site:

1. Geographical Overview: Location: Crystal Mountain is located about 25-30 kilometers from the Bahariya Oasis on the road to the White Desert. It lies between the Bahariya and Farafra Oases.
   Accessibility: Easily accessible by 4x4 vehicles as part of guided desert tours from Bahariya Oasis or as a stop during longer expeditions through the Western Desert.
2. Geological Significance:
   Formation: Crystal Mountain is not a traditional mountain but rather an outcrop of calcite crystal formations. These crystals were created millions of years ago when the region was submerged under an ancient sea. The area’s geological activity, combined with the uplifting and erosion of the land, exposed these dazzling structures.

Valley of Agabat - Limestone Towers and Cliffs: The Valley of Agabat is known for its towering limestone cliffs and unique rock formations, which have been carved by wind and sand. These formations are sometimes compared to mushroom or coral shapes and are made of chalky white limestone that contrasts beautifully with the golden sands.
Sand Dunes: Between the limestone cliffs are large, fine-grain sand dunes, which add a golden tone and texture to the valley’s appearance. These dunes make the valley popular for sandboarding.
Otherworldly Scenery: Agabat’s rock formations are often considered surreal or “Martian” in appearance due to the mix of chalk-white stones and stark, rugged cliffs, giving it a unique, almost alien look.

White Desert Tours/ Bahariya Oasis / Cairo

Bahariya Oasis Guide - Day 2: Enjoy the sunrise and have breakfast, visit the landscape of the new White Desert, return to Bahariya Oasis for lunch, and then head back to Cairo.

Black Desert - The Black Desert in the Bahariya Oasis is a remarkable natural feature located in the Western Desert of Egypt. It is renowned for its unique and striking landscape, which stands in contrast to the nearby White Desert. Here is more detailed information about the Black Desert:

1. Geographical Overview: Location: The Black Desert is situated in the Bahariya Oasis, approximately 100 kilometers northeast of the White Desert and around 370 kilometers southwest of Cairo.
   Area: The desert spans a significant region within the larger expanse of the Western Desert.
   Topography: Characterized by volcanic hills, mountains, and vast sandy plains covered with a dark layer of iron-rich basalt and other volcanic rocks.
2. Geological Features:
   Volcanic Origins: The black rocks and dark appearance come from ancient volcanic activity. The landscape is dotted with mounds and hills formed from solidified lava and basalt, giving the terrain its distinct dark coloration.

• Qualified Egyptologist tour guide
• Private air-conditioned transfer
• Sightseeing entrance fees included
• Meals provided: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner
• 4X4 Jeep Safari tour
• Camping in the White Desert with 1-night accommodation
• Hotel pick-up and return
• American tents, sleeping bags, and safari equipment provided
• Bottled water during tour & transfers
• All service charges and taxes included

• Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities (Tipping)

This excursion will take you to Bahariya Oasis in the Western Desert and then out into the surrounding desert to see the unique regions known at the Black and White Deserts in a unique adventure experience.

The tour inside the historical landscapes area doesn’t need just a random guide, it needs someone who is truly attached to the place, I’ve been wandering in that desert since I was a young kid and got knowledge of the history of the area through a long experience. if I have the honor of introducing the black and white desert to our guests we would give the best of our very best to make them feel and enjoy the beauty of the place and its surrounding sides, both Cultural and geographical sides

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.