Cairo - Bahariya - White Desert
Early morning with our van to Oasis Bahariya, about 04 hours drive, 340 kilometers from Cairo.
Bahariya, located closest to Cairo, is an oasis surrounded by black hills comprised of ferruginous quartzite and dolerite. Renowned for its 398 mineral and sulfur springs, some boasting temperatures of up to 45 degrees and and are famous for their healing effects.
Upon reaching Bawiti, the principal Oasis situated on a hillside, we will proceed to our Safari camp hotel for relaxation and lunch. Following the meal, our exploration will commence with a tour of the Black Desert that envelops Bahariya Oasis. The distinctive black rocks in this desert are attributed to the presence of iron in the terrain. You will walk to explore Gabal el Marsos (Divided Mountain), and then drive towards the small Bedouin village El Hez then Making your way to the White Desert 160-km on/off road, you will stop by the Crystal Mountain & Agabat el Sharkia, enjoy the view of sand dunes and play with sand boarding then 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 a sanctuary for a variety of wildlife, 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 spans an area of 3,010 km2 (1,160 sq mi). The park's altitude ranges from 32 to 353 m (105 to 1,158 ft) above sea level, offering a diverse landscape of chalky, cream-colored terrain and wind-carved mushroom-shaped formations that resemble both human and animal faces. This evening, you'll have the opportunity to witness the sunset over the stunning desert sands, followed by an enchanting experience under the incredibly clear night sky. Enjoy a delightful BBQ dinner with the backdrop of Bedouin music style and spend the night in our comfortable camps.
