1 NIGHT DESERT TOUR
Come and experience the wonders of the White and Black Deserts. If you want to experience both deserts but do not have a lot of time, this tour is for you.
During the tour you will see and experience the following:
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Arrive at Oasis Camp. You will meet your guide and he will go over your itinerary for the day while you enjoy a traditional Egyptian lunch. Since the location is remote, travel can be arranged for convenience purposes. Additional price will apply. Private transmit includes A/C car to ensure comfortable travel.
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After introductions, you will travel to the White and Black Deserts. These deserts are vastly different and your guide will explain their biomes, geology, and environments. Be sure to bring your cameras, as there are many photo opportunities.
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Camping in the White or Black Desert (subject to availability). After visiting both deserts, your guide will choose (based on discretion), which one to camp at for the night. Don’t worry, both provide the same starlight night shows, so you’re not missing out! Your guide will provide dinner as you relax and settle in for the evening. Camping will take place on mattresses under the stars, a true camping experience to remember. Blanks and all basic accommodations will be provided by the host. If you wish, your guide can take you on a night walk, or you can just enjoy traditional Bedouin tea under the stars.
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The duration and viewable sites are subject to scheduling, as sometimes military drills are conducted. Because of this, the guide does not guarantee that the old and new deserts will be visitable during your time. Please inquire closer to the date for more exact details.
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TWO NIGHT DESERT TOUR
For those looking for a longer time in the desert, 2-night tours are also available. Each day provides different activities, maximizing your time in the White/Black Deserts. This tour also includes a visit to the a Bedouin village, allowing for visitors to experience a part of old world Egyptian culture.
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Day 1:
Visit the Black Desert. Your tour host will talk about the desert biome and what differeniates this desert from the more famous White Desert. After an opportunity for photos, tourists will depart for the next day activity.
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Visit a Bedouin Village. The word "Bedouin" translates to "desert people". They are primarily nomadic, though now many tribes have settled. Your guide will introduce to the Bedouin way of life, helping you understand this distinct and unique culture of the Old World.
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Break for lunch. Enjoy a traditional, Egyptian lunch meal in the shade of palm trees. If desired, you can shower. After lunch, enjoy down time before the next adventure.
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After lunch, you will visit Crystal Mountain. Crystal Mountain is not a mountain in the literal sense; in fact, the word only translates to English as "mountain" though the geological structure is considered a formation. The crystal is actually quartz, which can be found all over. Marvel at this geological foundation, but remember to take pictures and leave footprints.
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Next, you will depart for Akapat Mountain and settle in for the first night. Enjoy a home cooked meal provided by your guide, share tea, and enjoy the starlit sky.
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Day 2:
Visit the valley and Ein Khadra. Ein Khadra translates to "Green Oasis", a stark change of scenery from the White and Black deserts. You will see gushing fresh water springs that help to nourish this environment that, quite literally, is an oasis in the desert.
Visit the Roman Grotto. After, enjoy lunch.
After lunch, visit the old and new White Desert. There will be plenty of time for photo opportunities here. Listen to your guide explain the environment and answer any questions you have. Take your time, as you will be spending the night here. Enjoy another home cooked meal provided by your guide, enjoy traditional tea, and enjoy your last night until the desert sky. ​
Wake up and enjoy breakfast with coffee or traditional tea. Afterwards, pack up and return to the Oasis location in the morning. Depart for Cairo or other location.
THREE NIGHT DESERT TOUR
The three night desert tour will include all activities in the two day tour.
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Day 1:
Visit the Black Desert. Your tour host will talk about the desert biome and what differeniates this desert from the more famous White Desert. After an opportunity for photos, tourists will depart for the next day activity.
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Visit a Bedouin Village. The word "Bedouin" translates to "desert people". They are primarily nomadic, though now many tribes have settled. Your guide will introduce to the Bedouin way of life, helping you understand this distinct and unique culture of the Old World.
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Break for lunch. Enjoy a traditional, Egyptian lunch meal in the shade of palm trees. If desired, you can shower. After lunch, enjoy down time before the next adventure.
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After lunch, you will visit Crystal Mountain. Crystal Mountain is not a mountain in the literal sense; in fact, the word only translates to English as "mountain" though the geological structure is considered a formation. The crystal is actually quartz, which can be found all over. Marvel at this geological foundation, but remember to take pictures and leave footprints.
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Crystal Mountain will be your first overnight locdation. Enjoy a home cooked meal provided by your guide, share tea, and enjoy the starlit sky.
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Day 2:
Depart for Akapat Mountain. This will be your final destination for the evening and you will camp here. Be sure to keep have your camera out to capture all of the beautiful sites along the way! You will break for lunch at the magical Roman Springs. Enjoy the refreshing water of the oasis, especially if it’s hot outside. After lunch, you will visit the valley and look for native wildlife, including foxes, deer, and desert mice. Once your visit to the valley is complete, you will depart for Akapart Mountain.
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Reminisce about the days events and get settled in for the evening. Enjoy a home cooked meal provided by your guide, share tea, and enjoy the starlit sky.
Day 3:
Visit the valley and Ein Khadra. Ein Khadra translates to "Green Oasis", a stark change of scenery from the White and Black deserts. You will see gushing fresh water springs that help to nourish this environment that, quite literally, is an oasis in the desert.
Visit the Roman Grotto. After, enjoy lunch.
After lunch, visit the old and new White Desert. There will be plenty of time for photo opportunities here. Listen to your guide explain the environment and answer any questions you have. Take your time, as you will be spending the night here. Enjoy another home cooked meal provided by your guide, enjoy traditional tea, and enjoy your last night until the desert sky. ​
Day 4:
Wake up and enjoy breakfast with coffee or traditional tea. Afterwards, pack up and return to the Oasis location in the morning. Depart for Cairo or other location.
CUSTOMIZED TOUR
Want to tour the desert by camel instead of car? Want to center your trip around photography and seeing the most photogenic places? A customized tour might be for you!
If there is something in a tour that you want to have added or changed, consider customizing your own tour. Creating your own tour allows you, the customer, to see all of the sites that you want, without being stuck to one particular itinerary. Please note that prices will not be the same if major changes are made to an existing, set itinerary.
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