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8 DAYS · PRIVATE · THE FULL LOOP

The long way round

The whole Western Desert in one loop: Bahariya, the White Desert, Farafra, the Sand Sea and Siwa. The trip we named ourselves after.

The long way round
Lunch with a family at the Bahariya lodge
Photo 1 of 10 Lunch with a family at the Bahariya lodge
Walking across the Black Desert
Photo 2 of 10 Walking across the Black Desert
A 4×4 driving into the White Desert at sunset
Photo 3 of 10 A 4×4 driving into the White Desert at sunset
Walking into the White Desert camp at dusk
Photo 4 of 10 Walking into the White Desert camp at dusk
An oasis pool below an old mud-brick town at sunset
Photo 5 of 10 An oasis pool below an old mud-brick town at sunset
A 4×4 crossing the dunes of the Great Sand Sea
Photo 6 of 10 A 4×4 crossing the dunes of the Great Sand Sea
Looking at fossil shells on a stop in the Sand Sea
Photo 7 of 10 Looking at fossil shells on a stop in the Sand Sea
Arriving in Siwa as the sun sets over Shali
Photo 8 of 10 Arriving in Siwa as the sun sets over Shali
Swimming in a spring in Siwa
Photo 9 of 10 Swimming in a spring in Siwa
The drive home along the Mediterranean coast road
Photo 10 of 10 The drive home along the Mediterranean coast road
Duration 8 days, 7 nightsType PrivateStart/end CairoKids 8+Effort ModerateGuide speaks AR · EN · DE
HIGHLIGHTS
  • The White Desert, the Sand Sea and Siwa in one trip
  • Nights in camps and oasis lodges
  • A private 4×4 for eight days
ABOUT THIS TRIP

The whole Western Desert in one loop, and the trip we named ourselves after: Bahariya and the Black Desert, a night in the White Desert, the oasis of Farafra, the dunes of the Great Sand Sea and finally Siwa.

Eight days, a private car and a guide who has driven every piece of it.

Who it’s for

Travellers with time who want to see it allCouples and families with children 8+

Maybe not for you if…

You want a short tripYou don’t like several nights of camping
THE ROUTE
DAYS 1–2

Bahariya and the Black Desert

Cairo → Bahariya → Black Desert

Springs, black hills and a first camp.

Overnight: lodge, camp
DAYS 3–4

White Desert and Farafra

White Desert → Farafra

Two nights in the chalk and the painted village.

Overnight: camp, guesthouse
DAYS 5–7

Across to Siwa

Farafra → Sand Sea → Siwa

The long off-road leg through the dunes.

Overnight: camp, eco-lodge
DAY 8

Home

Siwa → Cairo

The coast road back.

9 h drive

Included

Private 4×4 with MahmoudAll nights and mealsPermits and satellite phone

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 scarfComfortable walking shoes and sandalsSwimsuit for the springsSome cash in Egyptian pounds for tips and small shops

Plus, in Autumn

A light layer for the eveningSunscreen — the sun is still strong
MEETING POINT & PICK-UP
Start and endCairo. 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€1,480
FestiveDecember · Book early — limited camps€1,685
SummerMay–Sep · Early starts, shorter drives€1,200
YOUR GUIDEMahmoudBorn in Bahariya, 14 years guiding. Knows where the fennec foxes come to camp.
ACCESSIBILITY & FITNESS
WalkingModerate. You can always stay by the car at any stop.
TerrainVillage lanes, gardens and some soft sand.
ToiletsAt lunch and café stops; none out in the desert itself.
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
PermitsPassport copy needed 14 days before.
Main season price€1,480 pp
When would you like to go?
● main● festive● summerExact dates come with your quote.
Adults12+2
Children8–11 · 40% off0
Estimate for 2, Nov€2,960
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