White and Black Desert overnight safari starts every day at 7:00 AM with pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. This 2-day, 1-night wilderness adventure takes you deep into Egypt's Western Desert, where volcanic Black Desert mountains melt into surreal chalky white rock formations sculpted by the wind over millions of years. The tour includes all pickup and drop-off from your location in Cairo or Giza, all transfers by 4x4 jeep, an expert desert safari guide, all meals from lunch on Day 1 through breakfast on Day 2, overnight Bedouin-style camping under the stars, mineral water throughout, and all taxes and service charges. Personal expenses, sleeping bag (recommended), alcoholic beverages, and tipping are not included.
tour.durationLabel 2 Days / 1 Night
tour.typeLabel Overnight Tour
tour.availabilityLabel Runs daily. Departs Cairo at 07:00. Returns to Cairo around 17:00 on Day 2.
tour.pickupDropoff Included from Any Hotel in Cairo / Giza
Day 1: Cairo to Black Desert to White Desert Camp The tour starts at 07:00 AM with pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza. Your 4x4 jeep heads southwest along the Desert Road, reaching Bahariya Oasis (approximately 370 km, 4 hours) by midday. After a traditional lunch at a local Bahariya restaurant, your desert adventure begins. The first stop is the Black Desert, dramatic volcanic plateaus covered in black-powder mountains and crumbling basalt rocks, remnants of ancient eruptions. The contrast against the golden sand dunes is spectacular. Next, stop at Crystal Mountain, one of Egypt's most unusual geological formations. This entire mountain is composed of shining quartz crystals, sparkling brilliantly in the afternoon sun. Then wind through Agabat Valley, a sweeping desert corridor framed by dramatic cliffs and mushroom-shaped rock formations carved by millennia of wind erosion. As sunset approaches, enter the White Desert National Park. The chalky white limestone formations, sculpted by wind into shapes resembling mushrooms, chess pieces, and abstract sculptures, glow with incredible warm golden and rose light at sunset, then appear to almost phosphoresce under moonlight. Your guide sets up camp in the heart of the White Desert. A campfire is lit, and traditional Egyptian dinner is prepared. Above you: one of the most extraordinary stellar displays visible on Earth, far from any city light.
Day 2: Sunrise in the White Desert, Hot Springs and Return to Cairo Wake before dawn for sunrise in the White Desert, one of the most magical experiences Egypt has to offer. As the first light turns the white formations from grey to soft pink, orange, and gold, your guide prepares a traditional Bedouin breakfast of bread, eggs, cheese, and tea. After breakfast, explore a few more formations in the morning light, then head back to Bahariya Oasis. Stop at natural desert hot springs, warm mineral-rich water bubbling up from deep underground, perfect for relaxation. Your vehicle then heads back toward Cairo on the Desert Road, arriving at your hotel approximately 17:00 on Day 2.
Travelers can receive a full refund if the cancellation is made at least 24 hours before the experience start time (local time). Cancellations made after this period are non-refundable.
tour.showingPricesFor Private Safari (2 Days / 1 Night)
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|---|---|---|
| 1 - 1 tour.persons | EGP 21,850 | EGP 5,700 |
| 2 - 3 tour.persons | EGP 12,350 | EGP 5,700 |
| 4 - 10 tour.persons | EGP 9,500 | EGP 5,700 |
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Private Egypt Car Hire with Driver
Car rental and Limosuine services in Cairo, Giza and Alex
EGP 2,850 · flat
Includes taxes & service fees — no extra charges at checkout
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EGP 9,500
