Tour Overview

Adventuring off to the Black & White desert is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you’re looking for an outdoor excursion that’s slightly off the beaten path, then this overnight trip is for you. Get ready to be in awe of the spectacular wind-carved rock formations.

Starting from $299 / person

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Trip Itinerary

DAY 1

Pick Up from Your Hotel in Cairo

You personal driver will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo. (Please note that we do recommend requesting a breakfast box from your hotel independently as it will be an early morning start.)

Visit Bahariya Oasis & the Black Desert

From there, you’ll travel to Bahariya Oasis and visit the Black Desert. On your drive, you may notice the desert floor changing from beige to black just south of Bawiti. This signals the beginning of the Black Desert. The Black Desert was formed from mountain erosion, resulting in a visible layer of black powder and stones across the desert.

Simple Lunch Upon Arrival to the Desert

Following your trip to the Black Desert, you will have lunch at a local guesthouse to rest and also switch into 4x4 vehicles.

Local Cold & Hot Spring Excursion

On this exclusive desert safari tour to the White Desert, you’ll have time to hop into the cold springs and the hot springs before you continue on to Crystal Mountain. (**Please note that there are times when the hot spring may be too hot for entry.)

Visit Crystal Mountain in the White Desert

After taking the plunge, you’ll travel to Crystal Mountain, located between the Baharyia Oasis and the Farafra Oasis, in the northern part of the White Desert. Geologists believe that this was once a cave, but today you can see the crystal-like formations.

Explore “The Wonders Area” & Go Sandboarding in the Desert

This Agabat area is an off-road location that sparkles like diamonds. It’s the perfect place to have fun and sand board. During the afternoon, you’ll also have time to visit the Old White Desert.

Overnight Camping Enjoy an Authentic Egyptian Meal

Then, as the sun goes down, you’ll enjoy an authentic Egyptian meal at your campsite. Dinner will include barbecue chicken, rice, vegetables, salad, fruit and a water or soft drink. After dinner, Bedouin Tea will be offered to all guests. Enjoy this party in the desert as you dance the night away or relax and lay under the stars.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

**The order of these sites may vary and be split-up across 2 days.

DAY 2

Enjoy Breakfast in the White Desert

Before journeying back to Cairo, you’ll enjoy a simple breakfast at the campsite. Then, you’ll pack up your belongings before heading out for the day.

Drop Off at Hotel in Cairo

Your personal driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Cairo. This concludes your overnight trip.

Meals Included: Breakfast

“Thanks for the amazing adventure!!”
— JEANNE VAN DER POALE, CAPE TOWN

Travel Tips & FAQs:

Before we pick up you at your hotel on the day of the trip, we encourage each of our guests to read our Egypt Travel FAQs page so you can get all of your questions answered. We cover everything from what to wear and what the weather will be like to how to get your VISA upon arrival.

Ready to Book? Here’s How:

We can’t wait for you to experience Egypt! Once you’re ready to book, select your travel dates, review how many people will be in your travel group and then fill out our online form, call +20 120 322 3513 or email us.

 

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • English-speaking tour guide

  • Hotel pick up & drop off

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entrance fees for sites listed

  • Excursions mentioned

  • 3 simple meals are included

  • Bottled water

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • Personal expenses (ex. shopping)

  • Professional photography

  • Any extras or add-ons

  • Hotel in Cairo

  • Tipping

  • Standard 3.9% booking fee

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

This tour is available daily. Please see our tour pricing for adults (18+)* listed below. All prices* are in USD.

  • 1 Person - $399 / person

  • 2 People or More - $299 / person

*Please let us know if your reservation includes children. Child pricing will be provided upon reservation request.

*Prices may vary. And, please note that a standard 3.9% booking fee will be applied to the total amount due.

DEPOSIT & PAYMENT

A payment for the full amount of the tour will be requested once the tour has been confirmed. Payments using a credit / debit card must be made online within 24 hours of the confirmed booking.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Once your payment has been processed, there are no refunds for Overnight Trip cancellations.