Easter Escape: 4-Day White Desert & Bahariya Oasis Adventure.

Begin your Easter adventure with an early morning departure from Cairo to Bahariya Oasis, a scenic 4-hour drive through Egypt’s vast landscapes. Nestled amidst black volcanic hills, Bahariya is renowned for its healing hot springs and mineral-rich waters. Arrive in Bawiti, the capital of the oasis, and enjoy a refreshing local lunch before setting off to explore the Black Desert, where iron-rich formations have painted the land in dramatic shades.

Continue towards El Hez, a quaint Bedouin village, before heading to the breathtaking Crystal Mountain and the mesmerizing Agabat el Sharkia, where you’ll witness a stunning desert sunset. As night falls, settle into your desert campsite, enjoy a traditional BBQ dinner by the campfire, and experience the magic of camping under a sky full of stars.

📍 Accommodation: Camping in the White Desert
🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Wake up to absolute tranquility in the heart of the White Desert and enjoy a peaceful breakfast surrounded by surreal landscapes. Embark on an off-road journey led by expert desert drivers, navigating through the vast Big and Small Valleys. Discover the hidden Magic Spring, a natural desert wonder, and visit the mystical El Santa Tree, an isolated acacia standing resilient in the golden sands.

As you cross the chalky White Desert, admire the wind-carved mushroom rock formations, shaped over millennia into figures resembling human and animal faces. At sunset, take in the mesmerizing hues of the desert sands before another night under the stars, complete with a delicious Bedouin-style dinner.

📍 Accommodation: Camping in the White Desert
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a peaceful night, enjoy breakfast in the desert, then set off for Bahariya Oasis, retracing your journey through the breathtaking White Desert landscapes. Upon arrival, check in at Ahmad Safari Camp, followed by a well-deserved lunch and rest.

In the afternoon, begin an immersive oasis tour, visiting top attractions like El Meftella Mountain, the picturesque Salty Lake, and the towering Maghrafa Mountain, known for its ancient fossilized remains. Relax in the therapeutic waters of Bir el Ghaba & El Matar hot springs, with a chance for a rejuvenating soak. If time permits, ascend English Mountain by sunset, a former British outpost offering panoramic views of Bahariya’s golden dunes.

📍 Accommodation: Qasr El-Bawity Hotel
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up to the serene beauty of the oasis, enjoy a leisurely breakfast, and begin your comfortable journey back to Cairo, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Egypt’s mystical desert landscapes.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast

Kindly note that the mentioned accommodation is what is included in the price and for any change (from hotel to camp or vise versa), an extra charge will be applied and the tour operator will notify you how much it is

For your information, the hotel has an unused open backyard area with a pool that has been out of service since 2004, following instructions from the Egyptian government. Therefore, it’s best not to consider this space as part of the hotel’s features or amenities.