Adventure for the valley of the whales and white desert in 3 days
Expolre with us the valley of the whales and white desert in 3 days tour .The white desert in Egypt is a surreal landscape where wind-sculpted chalk formations rise like ghostly figures from the sands, creating an otherworldly spectacle. Nearby, the Valley of the Whales, or Wadi Al-Hitan, unveils a prehistoric seascape, showcasing the fossilized remains of ancient whales that once roamed an ocean long vanished. Both sites offer a glimpse into Earth’s dynamic history, with the desert’s ethereal beauty contrasting the valley’s ancient secrets. Together, they form a unique tapestry of natural wonder and paleontological intrigue.
High lights
( white desert – black desert – Baharia oasis – Fayoum oasis -valley of the whales – magic lake)
Pick-up and drop off services from/to your hotel Tours by Jeep 4X4 One night in the white desert One night in valley of Rayan Desert camping for 2 nights Sand boarding English-speaking driver All camping equipment and tents Meals as mentioned in the itinerary Beverages including mineral water and tea All taxes and service charges Entrance fee for the sites
Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary Tipping
Valley of the whales and white desert tour from Cairo
Day 1
Start your adventure with around 7:00 am pickup from your hotel in Cairo, heading towards Bahariya oasis , the distance is almost 400 km.
The Black desert visit
Upon arrival, a 4×4 Jeep will take you to the Black Desert 360, approximately 25 miles south of Bahariya Oasis. This area, once an active volcanic site, showcases stunning black-topped sand dunes and basalt stones. After exploring, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the oasis of Elhaize.
Valley of Agabat visit
* After lunch we will start driving heading to a stunning area called valley of Agabat, which is a landscape reminiscent of Mars with its unique rock formations and sand dunes. This area, once submerged under the sea, features chalk-white rocks that resemble the moon’s surface, offering a serene escape into nature’s silence.
The white desert adventure
Continue to the White Desert 360 , the most known desert in Egypt and one of the best in the whole world where you’ll spend the night under the stars. Experience an unforgettable sunset, followed by an oriental BBQ dinner featuring chicken, rice, vegetables, and salad. Enjoy a magical evening stargazing in this surreal setting ,At night will arrange the tents for camping one night in the national park of the white desert.
DAY 2
Wake up to breakfast in the desert before exploring natural rock formations shaped by erosion. Capture memorable photos of formations like the mushroom, chicken, and camel. Then driving back for visiting Crystal Mountain 360, a quartzite crystal hill discovered by accident, glistening beautifully under the sun. then driving from Bahariya oasis to Fayoum oasis which takes about 3.5 hours driving ,upon arrival there BBRQ dinner will be served for you then camping for 1 night in the national park of Rayan valley
Day 3
valley of the whales visit
After breakfast you will start againg driving to explore the valley of the whales also known as Wadi Hitan Protected Area . Wadi Hitan 360 or Valley of the Whales is located in the Protected Area of Wadi El Rayan, and it was declared by UNISCO as a world Heritage Site because it has 40 million year –old whale skeletons found there. and it very clear evidence of the climate change.
Visiting the magic lake and the waterfall
* After visiting Wadi Hitan, you will go to Wadi El Rayan Water Falls which is the only natural waterfall in Egypt then visiting Mudawara Mountain. Wadi El Rayan is a natural depression has two lakes connected by a waterfall, formed in 1970 by an overflow of drainage water from the farmlands around it. * After that visiting the magic lake which is stunning area for relaxing and for sandboarding
*Lunch will be served at local restaurant. After that transfer back to Cairo
FAQs
What can you see in the White Desert? The White Desert features stunning limestone formations sculpted by centuries of erosion, resembling chickens, mushrooms, camels, and eggs. Enjoy camping under the stars and savoring a BBQ dinner.
How far is the White Desert from Valley of the whales? The distance from White Desert to valley of the whales and Wadi Elrayan about 450 km.
How do you get to the White Desert in Egypt? While local transportation is available, an organized tour package is recommended, as part of the journey requires a 4×4 Jeep.
Type
Private
Price
* Private trip for 2 persons – ( 275 $ ) Per Person * Private trip for 1 persons – ( 480 $ ) per person * Private trip for 4 persons – ( 225 $ ) per person * special discount for groups
, approximately 25 miles south of Bahariya Oasis. This area, once an active volcanic site, showcases stunning 
