How long is Classic White Desert camp and where does it start?

Classic White Desert camp takes 2 days. It starts in Cairo / Giza and ends in Cairo / Giza.

Can children join Classic White Desert camp?

Yes, children aged 4 and older can join Classic White Desert camp. Tell us their ages when you send your request.

How do I book Classic White Desert camp?

Send a request for Classic White Desert camp with rough dates and the size of your group. A local guide replies with a written quote within 24 hours, and payment arrangements are confirmed with you directly.

What is the cancellation policy for Classic White Desert camp?

Cancellation for Classic White Desert camp: Free up to 14 days before. Full terms in the quote.

2 DAYS · SMALL GROUP · FAMILY PACE

Classic White Desert camp

Q: What is included in Classic White Desert camp?

Classic White Desert camp includes: 4×4 with driver-guide; All meals; Camping gear; Park fees. Not included: Drinks other than water and tea; Tips; Travel insurance.

Q: What should I bring on Classic White Desert camp?

What to bring on Classic White Desert camp: Passport, or a photo of it; Sunglasses and sunscreen (SPF 50); A hat or scarf for sun and sand; Closed shoes, plus sandals for camp; Head torch — red light keeps your night vision; Power bank: there are no sockets at camp; Toothbrush, wet wipes and a small towel; Some cash in Egyptian pounds for tips.

Cairo / GizaCairo / Giza

Our most-booked trip: the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain, and a night among the chalk with a small group.

Duration 2 days, 1 nightType Small group, max 10Start/end Cairo or Giza hotelKids 4+Effort EasyGuide speaks AR · EN · DEUpdated 2026-10-08

HIGHLIGHTS

A night among the chalk towers
Crystal Mountain and the Black Desert
Dinner on the fire with a small group

ABOUT THIS TRIP

Our most-booked trip, with a small group: the Black Desert, Crystal Mountain and a night among the chalk towers of the White Desert, home the next afternoon.

It is the quickest way to see the Western Desert properly from Cairo.

Who it’s for

First-timers short on timeSolo travellers who want companyFamilies with children 4+

Maybe not for you if…

You want a private camp — see the White & Black Desert overland

THE ROUTE

DAY 1

Cairo to the White Desert

Cairo → Bahariya → Black Desert → White camp

Lunch in Bahariya, the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain, then camp.

5 h driveOvernight: camp

DAY 2

Sunrise and home

White Desert → Cairo

Sunrise walk and back to Cairo.

5 h drive

Included

4×4 with driver-guideAll mealsCamping gearPark fees

Not included

Drinks other than water and teaTipsTravel insurance

WHAT TO BRINGOpens on the season of your dates.

Every season

Passport, or a photo of itSunglasses and sunscreen (SPF 50)A hat or scarf for sun and sandClosed shoes, plus sandals for campHead torch — red light keeps your night visionPower bank: there are no sockets at campToothbrush, wet wipes and a small towelSome cash in Egyptian pounds for tips

Plus, in Autumn

A warm layer for evenings from late OctoberLight long sleeves for the day

MEETING POINT & PICK-UP

Start and endCairo or Giza hotel. The exact pick-up time comes with your quote.

Flying in?Send us your flight — we plan day 1 around it and can collect you from the airport.

Drop-offBack at your hotel (or the airport) on the last day, usually by early evening.

SEASONAL PRICES · PER PERSONShown in EUR / USD / GBP · charged in EUR

Main seasonOct–Nov · Jan–Apr · Best temperaturesYOUR DATES€260

FestiveDecember · Book early — limited camps€295

SummerMay–Sep · Early starts, shorter drives€210

YOUR GUIDEMahmoudBorn in Bahariya, 14 years guiding. Knows where the fennec foxes come to camp.

ACCESSIBILITY & FITNESS

WalkingEasy. You can always stay by the car at any stop.

TerrainSoft sand and loose rock; a few short climbs to viewpoints.

ToiletsA toilet tent at camp; on the road, café stops and the open desert.

HeatShade and water at every stop. From May to September we start at dawn and rest at midday.

WheelchairsNot suitable: soft sand and high 4×4 steps. Tell us about any needs — we adapt where we can.

GOOD TO KNOW

CampBasic camp: mattresses, blankets, shared toilet tent.

Questions about this trip

Classic White Desert camp starts from €260 per person in the main season, €295 over the festive season and €210 in summer. The final price comes in a written quote within 24 hours.