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Shared White & Black Desert Safari from Cairo (2 Days)

2 Days / 1 NightCairo & GizaShared group tour
Pick-up & Drop-offYour hotel in Cairo or Giza
Duration2 Days / 1 Night
AvailabilityEvery day

Tour Overview

The same desert, the same Bedouin drivers and the same camp as our private trip – shared with a small group of fellow travellers, which keeps the price down. It is the easiest way to see the White Desert if you are travelling alone or as a couple.

From Cairo we drive to Bahariya Oasis, switch to 4x4 vehicles and cross the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley before reaching the White Desert for sunset, dinner by the fire and a night under the stars.

Tour Highlights

Bahariya Oasis & Black Desert

Hot springs, palm gardens and volcanic hills dusted in black stone mark the gateway to the Western Desert, with stops at Crystal Mountain and Agabat valley.

White Desert National Park

Wind-carved chalk formations rise from the sand like giant mushrooms and icebergs. Camp under the clearest stars you will ever see, with dinner cooked over the fire.

What’s Included & Excluded

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Cairo or Giza
  • Shared transport from Cairo to Bahariya and back
  • Shared 4x4 vehicle in the Black and White Deserts
  • English-speaking desert guide
  • Camping equipment (tent, mattress and blankets)
  • All meals during the safari: lunch, dinner and breakfast
  • Entrance fees to the White Desert protected area
  • Bottled water
  • All taxes and service charges
  • Soft drinks
  • Tipping (at your discretion)

Tour Plan

01Day 1Cairo – Bahariya – Black & White Desert

Early pick-up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and drive with the group to Bahariya Oasis, about four to five hours. After lunch in the oasis you continue by 4x4 to the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley, reaching the White Desert for sunset. Our team sets up camp among the chalk formations, cooks dinner over the fire and you spend the night under the stars.

Meals

  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Overnight

Camp in the White Desert

02Day 2White Desert sunrise – Cairo

Wake up for sunrise over the white rocks, have breakfast at camp and take a last drive past the Mushroom and Chicken formations. Back in Bahariya you switch to the road vehicle for the drive to Cairo, arriving at your hotel in the evening.

Meals

  • Breakfast

Tour Prices

TravellerPrice per person
Adult$170
Child$85

Shared group tour – one fixed price per person in US dollars, whatever the size of your party.

Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • One fixed price per person – ideal for solo travellers and couples
  • 4x4 vehicles with experienced Bedouin drivers
  • Run by our own team in Giza
  • All meals and camping equipment included

What Our Guests Say

Hasan BüyükdagGermany · Oct 2026
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★★★★★

We were very satisfied with the whole experience! We booked a full-day tour including the safari and quad biking, and everything was great.

From the manager to our driver Omar, as well as Kareem, Ibrahim, and Islam — everyone was very friendly, respectful, and welcoming.

We can highly recommend this team and Desert Fox Safari!

Best wishes from Ilhan and Hasan from Calw, Germany!

Logan WareSep 2026
G
★★★★★

Incredible experience! The entire team was very accommodating and friendly. They made sure my friend and I had the best experience possible and provided fantastic service. From the pickup and drop off service from our hotel, lunch, the camel ride and ATV tour everything was perfect. Thank you guys, we will be back!

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How Booking Works

  1. 1

    Send a request

    Choose your date and travellers in the booking box.

  2. 2

    Get your quote

    We confirm availability and the final price.

  3. 3

    Confirm

    Approve the plan – only then do we ask for payment.

Good to Know

Entry visa

Most visitors buy a US$25 visa on arrival or an e-visa online. Check the rules for your nationality before you travel.

Tickets inside the pyramids & special tombs

Entry inside the Great Pyramid, Tutankhamun’s tomb and some special tombs is optional and paid on the spot.

Children

Children are very welcome. Child discounts depend on age and room sharing and are confirmed with your quote.

Dress code

Cover shoulders and knees when visiting mosques and churches; a light scarf is useful.

What to Pack

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sunhat, sunglasses & sunscreen
  • Light layers for cool evenings
  • Passport & some cash for tips
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Camera & power bank
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a visa for Egypt?

Most nationalities can buy a 30-day visa on arrival at Cairo airport for US$25, or apply online for an e-visa before travelling. Our representative meets you before passport control and helps with the process.

When is the best time to visit Egypt?

October to April is the most comfortable season for sightseeing, with sunny days around 20–28°C. Summer is hot in Luxor and Aswan but perfect for the Red Sea, and we adjust touring hours to early mornings.

Are your tours private?

Yes. Unless a tour is marked as a small-group departure, you travel only with your own party, with a private guide and air-conditioned vehicle.

Can I change an itinerary?

Every itinerary is a starting point. Add days, swap hotels, include a balloon ride or a beach stay – tell us what you would like and we will send an updated plan and price.

How do I book and pay?

Send a booking request from any tour page. We confirm availability and the final price by email or WhatsApp. Nothing is charged until you have approved the plan.

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