4-Day White Desert & Fayoum Oasis Tour
Two deserts in one private trip: the lakes, waterfalls and fossil whales of Fayoum, then Bahariya Oasis and a night camping in the White Desert.
Tour at a glance
Operated by Stars Camp, Bahariya Oasis · Updated November 2026
Overview
This private 4-day Fayoum and White Desert tour combines two very different landscapes. In Fayoum you see the lakes and waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan and the fossil whales of Wadi El Hitan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then the desert road takes you to Bahariya Oasis without returning to Cairo.
From Stars Camp, our own hotel in Bahariya, our local team takes you by 4x4 through the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain to the White Desert for sunset and a night under the stars.
Highlights
- Wadi El Rayan lakes and waterfalls
- Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales (UNESCO)
- Magic Lake and Fayoum dunes
- A night at Stars Camp hotel in Bahariya
- Black Desert and Crystal Mountain
- White Desert sunset and camping
Day by day itinerary
Cairo to Fayoum
Pickup around 8 am and drive to Fayoum. Visit the lakes and waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan and Magic Lake, with sunset over the dunes.
Wadi El Hitan and the desert road to Bahariya
Morning at Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales, with its fossil skeletons and open-air museum.
Continue on the desert road to Bahariya Oasis. Dinner at Stars Camp.
Black Desert and White Desert camping
4x4 through the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and Agabat Valley, then the White Desert for sunset, camp and dinner by the fire.
Sunrise and return to Cairo
Sunrise and breakfast at camp, a visit to the Mushroom and Chicken rocks, then drive back to Cairo, arriving in the evening.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Private car for the whole route
- Private 4x4 with local driver and guide
- 1 night in Fayoum
- 1 night at Stars Camp hotel
- 1 night camping with full equipment
- All meals listed
- Entry fees for Wadi El Rayan, Wadi El Hitan and the White Desert National Park
- 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 | $560 |
| 2 travellers | $380 |
| 3 travellers | $330 |
| 4 travellers | $300 |
| 5+ travellers | $270 |
👶 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: Nature lovers, families, couples and photographers.
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.
Do we have to return to Cairo between Fayoum and Bahariya?
No. We take the desert road from Fayoum directly to Bahariya Oasis.
What is Wadi El Hitan?
Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Fayoum with fossil skeletons of ancient whales and an open-air museum.
Can we add Siwa Oasis?
Yes. Ask us about our longer White Desert, Fayoum and Siwa route.
Request your booking
Choose your date and group size. We will confirm availability and the final price with you by email or WhatsApp. No payment is needed now.
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