6-Day Camel Trek in the White Desert – Experience Desert Safari

6-Day Camel Trek in the White Desert – A Unique Adventure in Egypt’s Western Desert

Introduction:

The camel trek in the White Desert is a unique desert safari experience that takes you on an adventure through the stunning landscapes of Egypt’s White Desert. This journey typically includes visits to Aqabat Valley, Crystal Mountain, and camping under the stars in the desert.

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Day 1: (Cairo – Bahariya Oasis)

Arrival: We welcome you with a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle from your home, and then we head towards Bahariya Oasis.
First Stop – Giza Plateau: We stop to visit the three great pyramids: Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, guarded by the Sphinx.
Drive to Bahariya Oasis: We continue our drive to Bahariya Oasis, a 370 km asphalt road, taking about 4 hours.
Lunch at Al-Bawiti Lodge: Upon arrival, we have lunch at Al-Bawiti Lodge.
Visit to Date Palm Farms: In the afternoon, we visit the famous date palm farms in Bahariya.
Visit to English Mountain: We head to English Mountain before returning to Al-Bawiti Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Camel Ride to the White Desert

Drive to Black Desert: We drive to the Black Desert surrounding Bahariya Oasis, where the iron-rich soil has caused the appearance of black rocks.
Explore Marsous Mountain: We stop to explore Marsous Mountain (a volcanic mountain), and then head to the Bedouin village of El-Hiz, where we have lunch.
Journey to the White Desert: After lunch, we continue on the rugged road for 160 km to reach the White Desert.
Crystal Mountain: We stop at Crystal Mountain in the Agabat area, where we meet our camels and learn how to interact with them.
Camping in Agabat: Afterward, we proceed to Agabat for camping and dinner under the stars.

Day 3: (Magical Spring)

Camel Ride to the Great Valley: After breakfast, we ride our camels through the Great Valley, a wonderful area with sand dunes, towards the magical water spring.
Head to New White Desert: After resting and recharging our camels, we continue our journey towards the New White Desert.
Sunset Views: Enjoy an unforgettable sunset over the desert sand dunes, followed by a delicious grilled dinner at the camp.

Day 4:

Camel Ride to the Small Valley: After a hearty breakfast, we ride our camels to the Small Valley.
Lunch in the Desert: We stop for lunch in the valley.
Return to Camp: After resting, we head back to the camp for dinner.

Day 5: (White Desert)

Exploring the White Desert: We ride our camels through the white chalky sands and see the mushroom-shaped rock formations that have been sculpted by the wind.
Sunset in the White Desert: You’ll enjoy an amazing sunset over the white desert sands, and then we will have dinner under the stars.
Camping in the Desert: We spend the night camping in the White Desert, under the clear night sky.

Day 6: (Bahariya Oasis – Cairo)

Farewell to the Camels: We bid farewell to the camels after a memorable experience.
Lunch at Bahariya Oasis: We return to Bahariya Oasis for lunch at Al-Bawiti Lodge.
Drive back to Cairo: After lunch, we head back to Cairo, concluding the program.

Preparing for the Trip:

Make sure to book your trip with a reliable tour company that offers organized safari tours.
Pack comfortable clothes, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and suitable walking shoes.
Bring a camera to capture the breathtaking desert landscapes.

Additional Tips:

Respect the environment and avoid littering.
Enjoy the desert camping experience and taste local foods.
Take the opportunity to meditate and relax in the desert’s tranquil surroundings.