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Desert Safari

Walk The Desert Part 2 – Camel Safari

We will cross a remote and mysterious region between the Baharya and Farafara oases, hiking 20–25km daily through vast, magnificent landscapes. This route includes the unique White Desert in the heart of Egypt’s Western Desert—a lunar-like terrain with stunning sunsets and night skies. This trip offers a complete desert experience: silence, camels, unmatched scenery, and traditional food. It is a journey for physical challenge, rejuvenation, and self-reflection.

Itinerary

Day 1

· 10:00 – Meet at hotel and depart for Baharyia Oasis (400km from Cairo).

· 13:00 – Arrive at Al Haiz Oasis Eco-Lodge for lunch and rest amid palm trees and pools.

· 15:00 – Final preparations; head toward Crystal Mountain, a region of crystal hills.

· 16:00 – Meet camels and attendants. Explore Crystal Mountain, then have tea and head into the Aqabat desert.

· 18:00 – Arrive at Base Camp 1. Bedouin dinner and overnight camp.

Days 2–5

· 5:00 – Wake before dawn; light fire.

· 5:30 – Coffee, tea, and light breakfast.

· 6:00 – Pack gear and load camels.

· 7:00 – Begin hiking. Stops made as needed or at interesting sites.

· 11:30–14:00 – Midday rest, lunch, and escape from the heat.

· 18:30 – Arrive at night camp; unload camels, set up camp, dinner, and sleep.

Day 6

· 6:00 – Wake, hot drinks, breakfast.

· Morning – Hike final 10km to the asphalt road; lunch under a lone palm tree.

· 13:00 – Farewell to camels and crew.

· 15:00 – Return to oasis for a hot natural spring shower and refreshments.

· 18:00 – Al-Haize Desert Eco Lodge for the night.

· 21:00 – Traditional Bedouin dinner with local band entertainment.

Day 7 (Saturday, 17th Feb)

· 9:00 – Leisurely wake-up and breakfast at Eco Lodge.

· 11:00 – Tour AlHaiz Oasis; tea on a dune overlooking ruins.

· 14:00 – Lunch.

· 15:00 – Drive back to Cairo.

Important Information

· Route: Crystal Mountain – Aqabat – Ain El Sareo (Magic Spring) – Wady Hinnis – White Desert.

· Distance: 20–30km daily, depending on pace and weather.

· White Desert: At least one night will be spent here.

· Safety: A support vehicle accompanies us (unseen during hiking). We meet the crew twice daily—at lunch and night camp.

· Luggage: Kept in the vehicle. You carry only a light backpack with snacks and water for the 3–4hr hike.

· Water/Provisions: Extra supplies carried by camels.

· Camels: Shared by 2–3 hikers. Camels can carry tired individuals, but we advise against riding at all times for the full nomadic experience.

· Support Vehicle: Tired or non-hiking individuals may ride in the 4×4 with the crew, but will accompany crew duties rather than sightsee.

Price

€950 / All Inclusive minimum groups of 3+ hikers.

Includes:

· All transportation to/from Cairo.

· All meals (minimum 3/day).

· Bottled water for the hike.

· Permissions, guides, camels, and support vehicle.

· Camping gear (mattress, blankets; bring your own sleeping bag if preferred).

Excludes:

· International flights.

· Hotels in Cairo.

Overseas Guests

We can assist with:

· Airport meet-and-assist and hotel transfer (not included in price).

· Extended visits and additional activities. Please provide flight details.

Contact: For inquiries, WhatsApp: +20 100 9510219

Email: Joanne Clayton alhaizoasis@gmail.com

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Desert Safari

Water Mountain Expedition

 

Water Mountain Expedition 17th Feb- 25th Feb, 2024 (9 Days)

Overview: 
Deep in the heart of the Western Desert of Egypt there is a ‘stone temple’ dating thousands of years old. The site was recently discovered in 2001 by the German explorer Carlo Bergmann. Carlo explored the desert relying entirely on his physical stamina and on the ‘ships of the desert’, the camel, Carlo followed ancient trails based on the writings of historians and geographers. The discovery of the Mountain was the highlight of the German explorer’s desert research work and it had provided massive new information on Ancient Egyptian existential projects and travels in the Libyan Desert; thus, this is one of the most important sites in the Western Desert of Egypt.

This expedition is unique and exceptional at this time for many reasons including; first, the area had been off-limits for the last 10 years and we have been granted a permission to access; second, the entire area is full of prehistoric rock art that has not been properly surveyed and new sites can actually found; third, we have time to invest in the area in search of and documenting the known sites; finally, you are to join two of the most experienced desert guides, and organizers in Egypt, Mahmoud Marai and Abdu Shaban.

The expedition will start from Al-Haiz, the southernmost village of the Baharyia Oasis, in well-equipped, and well-maintained Land Cruisers. The vehicles and crew will have our provisions and supplies loaded and we will be ready to begin our desert expedition. First, we will head towards one of the oldest caves with paintings and hand prints, Obayied Cave. Following visiting this site, we will advance into the formidable dunes of the Great Sea of Sand; a land mass the size of England with only sand dunes. Finally we will arrive at the foot of the Djedefra Water Mountain to camp for two nights to marvel at the site and explore nearby areas. The last day will take us to Dakhla Oasis where we will dive into a hot natural spring and a traditional Bedouin dinner.

Itinerary

Cairo- Al Haiz Oasis- Obayied Cave- Great Sea of Sand- Water Mountain- Dakhla Oasis- Cairo

Duration

8 nights/ 9 days

Full- Board Accommodation

Detailed Program
Day 1
Saturday 17th Feb
Meet in Cairo and drive to Baharyia Oasis in a private, comfortable shuttle bus.
Timing and arrangements will be organized once we know when our guests/participants will arrive. Arriving to Al-Haize Eco Lodge for welcome drinks, orientation and check-in.

Bedouin BBQ dinner and union with the entire group and crew.

Day 2

Sunday 18th Feb
7:00
Wake up and breakfast
8:00AM
Checkout and help our crew in loading the vehicles with our luggage.
9:00
Drive to Obayied Cave. Depending on our timing and progress we will plan what else can be done during this first day. However, lunch, and dinner will be served by our crew in camp in the desert.

Day 3- Day 7

Monday 19th Feb- Friday 23th Feb
Our daily routine will be waking up by first sunlight; a bonfire is lit for a warm reunion; hot drinks and refreshments served as our crew prepare for us breakfast. You will begin to pack all your belongings at this time and by the time breakfast is ready, all your materials, luggage and camping gear should be delivered at the cars. As you are having breakfast our crew will start loading the vehicles and dismantling camp.
We should start our daily drive by around 9.30AM to have plenty of time to cover ground and explore. We will be stopping whenever we have an interest in a place or to look for something new. At midday, we will stop to rest and have lunch. Following food and a good cup of strong traditional Bedouin tea, we will resume our course.
Each day we will sleep in a different location, and we will set camp prior to sunset to enjoy the last moments of the sun as it sets in the western horizon. A typical day will look like this
6:00
Wake up and coffee/tea
7:00
Breakfast
9:00
Leave camp and start progressing into the desert
12:30
Stop for rest and lunch
14:00
Resume course towards night camp.
18:00
Stop for night camp
20:00
Dinner

Day 8

Saturday 24th Feb
6:00
Wake up and breakfast 7:00

Breakfast
9:00
Leave camp and start progressing towards Dakhla Oasis to dive in a hot natural water spring 16:00
Arrive camp in Dakhla to have dinner and sleep

Day 9

Sunday 25th Feb 6:00
Wake up
7:00

Breakfast
8:00
Drive towards Al-Haiz Oasis, 450km away 13:00
Arrive at AL-Haiz for wash-up, rest and lunch. 15:00
Hop on the private shuttle and drive to Cairo.

NOTE:
This is only an approximate schedule for our expedition; however, this is a completely un-structured type of undertakings and timings may vary.

PRICE: 1890 EUROS/ All Inclusive (no alcohol please)

Special discounts for past participants from previous tours and for groups more than 3 travelers.

This price includes the following

  • –  All transportation from and to Cairo.
  • –  All meals minimum 3meals/day/wanderer.
  • –  All supplies of bottled water needed for the hike.
  • –  All permissions, guides, camels and the support is also vehicle included.
  • –  All camping gears is also provided which include, a mattress, and blankets; however, you may bring yourown favorite sleeping bag.
  • –  Price does not include international flights, or any hotels in CairoFor Guests coming from overseas; we can provide additional assistance during their visit. These servicesinclude
  • –  Meet and Assist in Cairo airport whenever you will arrive. And drive you to the hotel (not included in the price).
  • –  Guests can extend their visits and we can plan additional activities, or extend our trip.*Please provide us with the flight details.
    For any additional information and enquiries, kindly don’t hesitate to contact me at Whatsapp: +201220190989
    mahmoudmarai@yahoo.co.uk or mahmoudmarei@email.arizona.edu

 

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Desert Safari

26/27 Safari Season is Open!

4X4 Landcruisers

OLD WHITE DESERT

SEPTEMBER arrives the sun starts to shift lower in our endless horizons. We feel the change in wind, in bird migration, and the long cast of shadows in the late afternoon on the mountains and on the desert dunes. This is the beginning of the best time to visit the Western Desert of the great Sahara, a days journey south of Cairo and the beginning of your adventure in a remote, breathtaking, diverse part of Egypt. If you seek out a different type of travel, enjoy immersing yourself in a foreign culture; through food language and music, seek thrill of discovery and camping under the endless stars, you have found your people.

 

We are a family-run company of local Bedouins from Baharya Oasis who have been traveling through the Egyptian desert for 20+ years. Our expert guides are honest, hardworking and truly passionate about discovering and showing the land to you.
https://alhaizoasis.com/al-haiz-oasis-lodge/abdu-shaban/
Our Landcruisers are well maintained and we have mechanical abilities close at hand. 
Camping in the desert is a awe-inspiring experience, and allows us to travel further into the desert; visiting sites like the Magic Spring and Djara cave, Caraween dunes and the Valley of Obstacles (Aguabat Valley) Of course we still pass through and stop at Crystal Mountain and the White Desert.

If you would like more information or to email or speak with one of our tour guides about customizing a trip, please fill out the form attached. 
CONTACT ON WHATS APP: +20 128 699 8232 

Desert Camping 

 

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Eco Lodge Al Haiz

Bedouin Clay House for rent

Our eco lodge offers our guests a few different options for your stay with us.
We have a large 2 bedroom house surrounded by the majestic mountains of The Black Desert, and our working date orchard for nightly or weekly rentals.
It has 2 spacious bedrooms, each with a single and a queen bed with full linens, blankets and towels provided. With a kitchen, bathroom, large living space, full wrap-around patio to enjoy the sunrise to the east, and sunset to the west.
Great for families, or couples looking to relax and recharge in the peaceful desert surroundings. Property has its own fresh water spring and plunge pool for those hotter days.
We have a 24 hour Bedouin kitchen on the premises if you don’t want to cook your own meals, we offer traditional Bedouin breakfast with fresh bread made over a wood fire, dates with oil, fresh fruits, iconic Egyptian fool, fresh fruits and more.
Our expert desert guides will be happy to plan an overnight camping trip to the White desert, or tours of the local attractions like: Ancient Roman winery ruins, Crystal Mountain, Abu Muharrik Dunes, Djara Cave, Dakhla Oasis, El Qasr ancient Islamic village and much more.

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Ellen's House
Front entrance
Large living room
Bedroom Westside
Bedroom Eastside
Full Kitchen
Nespresso
Pigeon house
Library on land
Date Palms on land
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Bedroom Eastside
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Wrap-around Patio
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