Bahariya oasis

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Duration

2 nights - 3 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

About this tour

Embark on a mesmerizing 3-day expedition starting from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis, exploring its mineral-rich springs and scenic landscapes. Journey through the Black Desert and marvel at the breathtaking chalk formations of the White Desert, with thrilling sandboarding and captivating sunset views. Experience serene overnight camping under the stars. Conclude your adventure with a peaceful return drive to Cairo, enriched with unforgettable memories.

 

Highlights

  • Minimum 2 pax.
  • The Price per person in double.

Included/Excluded

  • All transfers from Cairo to Bahariya, by mini van.
  • 01 Night accommodation in (hotel Safari camp or similar) F.B.
  • All tours in White desert during safari.
  • All your tours and excursions are in Jeeps 4X4 Toyota Land Cruisers.
  • The service of meet and assist in Cairo and at all your destinations in desert.
  • 01 night accommodation in desert in Single or double dome-shaped tents, tents have mattresses, blankets and sleeping bags.
  • Three meals a day Special meals for vegetarians are served upon request (Should be requested prior to arrival).
  • All food preparation and cooking is done by the camp staff.
  • All camping fees and permits.
  • Tipping 40$ per person( without tips of the guide).
  • Egypt visa.
  • International flight.
  • Drinks.
  • Additional meal.

Itinerary

  • Early morning with our van to Oasis Bahariya about 04 hours drive, 340 kilometers from Cairo. Bahariya is the nearest oasis to Cairo, surrounded by black hills made up of ferruginous quartzite and dolerite, and famous for its 398 mineral & sulfur springs, some of which have temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees and are famous for their healing effects.
  • Arrive in Bawiti the capital of the Oasis occupying a hillside  transfer to the hotel (safari camp) LUNCH TIME.After lunch and rest, you will start an afternoon tour amongst top sights of Bahariya, including  El Meftella Mountain, Salty Lake, Dest (Pyramid Mountain) & Maghrafa Mountain, stroll to Bir el Ghaba & el Matar warm springs with opportunity for bathing.
  • Time permitting; a visit to the English Mountain will take place by sunset. Here, the old English outpost was used by British troops as it showed strategic views of the area.
  • Turn back to the hotel.

  • Early morning breakfast before journeying out into the Black Desert surrounding Bahariya Oasis, where the iron in the desert is one of the reasons for the black rocks.You will walk to explore Gabal el Marsos (Divided Mountain), and then drive towards the small Bedouin village El Hez with outdoor lunch break.
  • Making your way to the White Desert 160-km on/off road, you will stop by the Crystal Mountain  to enjoy the small cave and the shine stones then drive you to do the fantastic adventure by valley of the Agabat el Sharkia, enjoy the view of sand dunes and play with sand boarding.
  • Move to one from the oldest tree in desert it's El Santa tree, then go across the sands of the White Desert,  The park is the site of large white chalk rock formations, created through erosion by wind and sand. It is also the site of cliffs (at the northern end of the Farafra Depression), sand dunes (part of the Great Sand Sea), as well as Wadi Hennis and oases at Ain El Maqfi and Ain El Wadi.
  • The park serves as the refuge for various animals, including the endangered Rhim gazelle and the vulnerable dorcas gazelle, as well as Barbary sheep; jackals; ruppell's, red and fennec foxes; and the sand cat.
  • White Desert National Park covers an area of 3,010 km2 (1,160 sq mi). The altitude in the park varies from 32 to 353 m (105 to 1,158 ft) above sea level.
  • Drive you with its chalk, cream landscape, and the wind carved mushroom-shaped formations that resemble both human and animal faces.
  • Tonight you will watch the sunset over the exquisite sands of the desert.
  • Dinner under the stars and overnight in camps.

  • Breakfast.
  • Drive back to Cairo.

Durations

2 nights - 3 days

Languages

English

Tour's Location

From: $370,00

Owner

esperanza

Member Since 2024

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