White Desert Safari tour packages

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Start Time: Every Day
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Tour Type: private tour
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Locations: Bahariya Oasis, Black Desert & White Desert

White Desert Safari 3 Days

Overview

Escape Cairo for a few days and see a side of Egypt tours that feels completely different. This White Desert Safari 3 Days takes you into the Western Desert, where the roads get quieter, the views get wider, and the landscape seems to change every few hours.

The trip starts with the drive from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis. Once you arrive, you’ll switch to a 4x4 and head out into the desert. Your first stop is the Black Desert White Desert, where dark volcanic hills rise out of the sand. You’ll then stop at El Hez Village for a little break by a natural cold spring before continuing to Crystal Mountain, a small but unusual formation surrounded by open desert.

Then comes the White Desert, which is probably the part you’ll remember most. The scenery changes completely, with bright white rocks scattered across the sand in shapes created naturally by wind and erosion. You’ll have time to look around, take photos, and enjoy the landscape before finding a good spot to watch the sunset. This Egypt Desert Safari Tours offers a memorable way to experience the unique beauty of the Western Desert.

After sunset, head to the desert camp for dinner. There’s no city noise out here, no traffic, and no busy streets — just the desert, a traditional dinner, and a sky full of stars. It’s a nice chance to slow down and enjoy the evening without having to rush anywhere, making it a memorable White Desert Camping Tour Egypt experience.

The following morning starts early with sunrise over the White Desert. Once the sun comes up, the rocks and sand take on completely different colors, so it’s worth getting up for. After breakfast, you’ll continue exploring the area and see some of the famous formations, including the mushroom-shaped rocks.

Later, you’ll leave the desert and return to Bahariya Oasis for lunch and some time to rest at the hotel. After spending the day in the desert, having a quiet afternoon is probably exactly what you’ll need on this Bahariya Oasis Desert Safari.

On the last day, you’ll have some free time in Bahariya before starting the drive back to Cairo.

It’s a simple trip, but it gives you a lot in just three days — a 4x4 desert adventure, the Black and White Deserts, natural springs, Crystal Mountain, a desert sunset and sunrise, and a night spent under the stars. If you want to get away from the usual Egypt sightseeing for a little while and experience the country’s desert landscapes up close, White Desert Safari is a pretty special place to do it.

Itinerary

1

Go out of Cairo and make your way to Bahariya Oasis in Egypt’s Western Desert. When you reach the oasis, your trip starts right away. You will travel in a 4x4 and move across the sand. Along the way, you will pause at several standout places in the area.

First, stop at the Black Desert White Desert. You will see dark volcanic hills and stones. They stand out against the warm, golden sand.

After that, drive on to El Hez Village. Take a break at a natural cold spring. Palm trees grow around the water, so the spot feels cool and calm.

Then head to Crystal Mountain. It is not huge, but it is interesting. Quartz crystals are a main highlight. You also get wide views across the desert from there.

Later, after lunch, continue toward the White Desert. The scenery changes fast. Pale limestone rocks spread across the desert like scattered blocks.

Many rock shapes were made by wind and erosion. This has happened over a very long time. Some pieces look like they were carved, even though they formed naturally.

As the day winds down, look for a place to sit and watch the sunset over the White Desert. Then you will go to the desert camp.

In the night, you will eat a traditional Bedouin-style meal. You will stay in the camp for the evening. The quiet desert and the open sky give you a slower pace, making this a memorable White Desert Camping Tour Egypt experience.

Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Desert Camp

2

Start the morning early with sunrise over the White Desert. The colors of the landscape change as the sun comes up, making the white rock formations look completely different from the evening before.

After breakfast at the camp, continue exploring the White Desert. You’ll see some of the area’s most recognizable formations, including the mushroom-shaped rocks and other limestone structures scattered across the desert. This White Desert Safari 3 Days gives you more time to enjoy the unique desert scenery  Bahariya Oasis Desert Safari.

After spending some more time in the desert, continue back towards Bahariya Oasis.

Enjoy lunch and then have some free time at the hotel to relax after the safari. The rest of the afternoon is easygoing, giving you a chance to rest and enjoy the quieter atmosphere of the oasis and your White Desert Camping Tour Egypt experience.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Overnight: Bahariya Oasis

3

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and enjoy some free time in Bahariya Oasis before starting the journey back to Cairo.

Later, leave Bahariya by private vehicle and make your way back through the Western Desert towards the capital. This Bahariya Oasis Desert Safari gives you a final chance to enjoy the peaceful desert surroundings before returning to Cairo.

Once you arrive in Cairo, the White Desert Safari comes to an end, completing your White Desert Safari 3 Days experience.

Meals: Breakfast

From 394$ / Per Person

Included / Excluded
Included
  • Private Egyptologist guide throughout the tour.
  • Accommodation in selected hotels as per the itinerary.
  • Airport meets and private transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
  • All entrance fees to sightseeing as per the itinerary.
  • Taxes and service charges included.
Excluded
  • International flights
  • Entry visa
  • Tips for guides, drivers, etc.
Notes

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip, except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Reservation & Cancellation policy

  • A deposit of 25% is required at the time of booking and constitutes part of your final payment.
  • Full payment is due 30 days before the commencement of the tour.
  • The company has the right to cancel the booking if the payment is not received within this period. 
  • Tour prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however, are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
  • Zoya Tours accepts the credit and debit cards (Visa and Master Card) as well as a wire transfer.
  • We charged no credit card fees or hidden surcharges.

Cancellation refunds will be calculated as of the date we receive cancellation requests per person.

The cancellation must be done by sending an email with 1) Name of the passenger 2) Passport number

Cancellation fees.

  • 45 days before your arrival, 6% of the total tour price will be charged as a bank transaction fee.
  • From 40 to 30 days before your arrival date, 25% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 29 to 15 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 14 to 7 days before your arrival date, 75% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • From 7 to 1 day before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged. 

Children Policy.

A: It differs from one tour to another.

  • 0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
  • 2 - 4.99 pay 25% of the tour price
  • 5 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
  • 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

B: The policy is valid and applies to children sharing their parent’s rooms.

C: If the package includes Air Flight or Sleeping Train, then an extra charge applies as per the flight or train policy.

Single supplement:
This option is available for those who prefer traveling with others but prefer single accommodation. This will guarantee you your own room for every night of the tour. The number of single rooms we can offer is limited, so it’s best to book early.

Important Notes:
We highly recommend you book this trip as early as possible, preferably 50 days prior to departure. Reservations received within 30 days will be on request and subject to availability of accommodation.

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From 394$ / Per Person

Our FAQ

General Questions

Find answers to common questions about Egypt Tours, bookings, payments, and travel tips.

The White Desert Safari 3 Days includes transportation from Cairo, 4x4 desert exploration, visits to the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and White Desert, desert camping, meals, and a memorable sunset and sunrise experience.

 

During the Bahariya Oasis Desert Safari, you can explore the Black Desert, El Hez Village, Crystal Mountain, and the White Desert, while enjoying the unique landscapes of Egypt’s Western Desert.

 

The Black Desert White Desert experience lets you see two completely different desert landscapes in one trip, from the dark volcanic hills of the Black Desert to the bright limestone formations of the White Desert.

Yes. The White Desert Camping Tour Egypt is a great option for families, couples, and travelers who want to experience Egypt’s desert landscapes, enjoy a traditional dinner, and spend a night under the stars.

A White Desert Safari is an excellent way to escape the busy city and experience a quieter side of Egypt, combining desert adventure, natural formations, camping, and the unique beauty of Bahariya Oasis.

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