2-Day White Desert Camping Adventure from Cairo
A private 2-day White Desert tour from Cairo: cross the Black Desert, watch sunset among the chalk formations and camp under the stars with our local Bahariya team.
Tour at a glance
Operated by Stars Camp, Bahariya Oasis · Updated November 2026
Overview
This private 2-day White Desert tour from Cairo is run by Stars Camp, a locally owned hotel and desert operator in Bahariya Oasis. You travel in our own vehicles with our own team, from your hotel pickup in Cairo or Giza to the campfire in the desert.
After lunch at Stars Camp in El Bawiti, you switch to our 4x4 and head south through the volcanic hills of the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley. You reach the White Desert National Park in time for sunset, then enjoy a Bedouin dinner and a night under one of the clearest skies in Egypt.
Highlights
- Sunset among the White Desert chalk formations
- A night of camping under the stars
- Black Desert volcanic hills
- Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley
- Mushroom and Chicken rocks at sunrise
- Private 4x4 with a local Bahariya driver and guide
Day by day itinerary
Cairo to Bahariya, Black Desert and White Desert camping
Pickup from your hotel in Cairo or Giza around 6:30 am and drive to Bahariya Oasis (about 4 to 5 hours). Lunch at Stars Camp in El Bawiti.
Continue by 4x4 to the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley, then into the White Desert to watch the sunset among the chalk formations.
Set up camp, enjoy dinner around the fire and a night under the stars.
Sunrise in the White Desert and return to Cairo
Wake up for sunrise, breakfast at camp, then visit the Mushroom and Chicken rocks.
Drive back to Bahariya and on to Cairo, arriving at your hotel around 6 pm.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Private air-conditioned car Cairo to Bahariya and back
- Private 4x4 with local driver and guide
- White Desert National Park entry fee
- Tents, mattresses, sleeping bags and blankets
- Lunch, dinner and breakfast
- Bottled water, tea and coffee
Not included
- Tips (optional)
- Personal expenses
Prices
Price per person in US dollars. The more travellers in your group, the lower the price per person.
| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 traveller | $290 |
| 2 travellers | $195 |
| 3 travellers | $165 |
| 4 travellers | $150 |
| 5+ travellers | $135 |
👶 All prices are final and all inclusive. There are no extra charges and no hidden fees. Children under 6 travel free. Children 6 to 11 pay 50% of the adult price. From 12 years, adult price applies.
We also accept payment in Egyptian pounds, euros or any other currency at the equivalent value.
What to bring
Suitable for: Couples, families, solo travellers and small groups. No special fitness needed.
Why book with Stars Camp
Local guide teamLed by Ahmed Lotfy and our Bahariya team.
Our own 4x4s & gearVehicles, tents and camp kitchen we own.
Our own hotelRooms, pools and home cooking in El Bawiti.
Direct, no middlemenTalk to the people who run your trip.
What our guests say
Questions about this tour
Are there any extra or hidden fees?
No. The price you see is the final, all inclusive price. The only things not included are optional tips and your personal expenses.
How long is the drive from Cairo to the White Desert?
About 4 to 5 hours to Bahariya Oasis, then about 1.5 hours by 4x4 through the Black Desert to the White Desert.
Is this White Desert tour private?
Yes. The car, the 4x4, the driver and the guide are only for you and your group.
Where do we sleep in the White Desert?
In a desert camp set up by our team, with tents, mattresses, sleeping bags and blankets provided.
Can I add a night at Stars Camp hotel?
Yes. You can add a hotel night in Bahariya before or after the camping night. Mention it in your booking request.
What is the best time for White Desert camping?
October to April is the most comfortable season. Summer trips are possible and planned around sunset and night time.
Request your booking
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