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Desert Safari Trip to Gara Cave and Bahariya Oasis

Gara Cave & Bahariya Oasis
Duration
5 days
Location
Gara Cave & Bahariya Oasis
Country
Egypt
Countries
Egypt
Cities
Cairo
Tour Details

Desert Safari trip to Gara Cave – 5 Days Let this desert adventure turn into the experience of a lifetime. This extraordinary 5 days Egypt Desert Safari to Gara Cave is set across the sublime Egypt desert western landscape. The tours of Egypt designed for adventurers are in high demand for exploring the natural beauty and serenity the country offers and a great addition to Egypt Tours packages, with 5 days of breathtaking vistas, isolated oases, and camping under the night sky, one could not ask for anything else.

The desert exploration journey kicks off from Cairo as you take a tour to the amazing oasis of Bahariya.

Bahariya is the gateway to the great desert and considered the largest oasis in the Egyptian Western Desert; its beautiful green palm trees, natural springs, and excellent tasting dates add much to the charm of the oasis. Your Egypt desert safari trip continue with the exploration of the spectacular black desert with its rocky and black hills that stand as a contrast to the golden sands. Follow this by visiting the amazing crystal mountain, famous for its natural quartz, before we move on through the valley of Agabat with its massive rock formations. The highlight of our Egypt Desert Safari is visiting the National White Desert with its amazing sculptured rock formation that stands tall in white.

The desert formations in the White Desert, in fact, look like mushroom formations and many other natural designs such as animals, and towering ancient buildings and is considered among the best deserts on the face of earth.

The trip will include staying under the sky with millions of stars, have your traditional Bedouin dinner and share campfire experience. We continue to the Gara Cave in the western desert to have the opportunity to get to the Gara Cave in the Western Desert, which is a unique destination and has remained hidden from much of the world in its remote location, deep within large sea of sand. In this tour of Egypt, you can discover the richness of the desert landscape with the fertile oasis and rocky landscapes to white chalk rock formations and geologic ancient wonder in 5 days.

If you are nature-lover and photographer, then you must take the tour of this tour to get memories of a lifetime, adding to your unforgettable Egypt Tours.

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Itinerary

The Egypt Desert Safari tour is scheduled to kick off early this morning as your Legend Egypt Tours guide picks you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and transfers you in a private air-conditioned car to the Bahariya Oasis, roughly a 4 hours ride. Check in to your accommodation and head out to begin exploring the oasis with a visit to the renowned Valley of the Golden Mummies – one of the most outstanding archaeological sites discovered in Egypt since 1990, dating back to the Greco-Roman period. In addition, you will visit the superb Zed-Amun-Ef-Ankh Tomb and the well-preserved Bannentiu Tomb of the 26th Dynasty.
The Bahariya Oasis tour continues with visits to Ain El-Meftella Temple and the Alexader Great Temple – one of the rare temples built for this famous commander.
Take pleasure in lunch at a local restaurant. In the late afternoon, embark on an enjoyable 4x4 Jeep trip to the Black Mountain and the historic English House to observe a dazzling sunset over Bahariya Oasis.
Overnight at Bahariya Oasis Hotel

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

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Enjoy your breakfast and drive off-road to the secluded Gara Cave (Djara Cave) over a distance of around 170 km in the western desert. On your way stop by the village of Harra; admire the desert view along the road with the golden sand dunes and the rocky mountains. Have a nice lunch in the middle of the desert in a picnic meal style. Afterwards, drive to the camping location and in the evening around the camp fire you’ll have your traditional dinner with unlimited stars.
Accommodation: Desert Camping near Gara Cave
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Breakfast & then trip to Gara Cave, one of Egypt’s finest natural wonders. The cave, estimated to be around 55 million years old, was formed over millions of years by rainwater wearing down limestone rocks to form fascinating stalactites, stalagmites, shimmering rock formations and Neolithic wall paintings. Drive off-road to one of the best places in the Egyptian Western Desert; Valley of Agabat, characterized by a group of imposing white chalk cliffs looming over golden sands.
Enjoy another night of camping in the stunning nature under the clear starry night sky.
Overnight: camping in the Valley of Agabat

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Drive to Ain Khadra, a serene natural spring where date palm trees dot the landscape and Roman, Coptic and medieval relics lie buried. Enjoy your picnic lunch then drive on to the isolated and striking Acacia Tree, also known as the “Santa Tree”, situated in the middle of the desert. Later in the day, spend a delightful afternoon in the astounding White Desert National Park, one of the most peculiar places in Egypt, home to chalk rock formations created over millions of years into incredible natural shapes like mushrooms, rabbits, camels, whales and even the Sphinx!
Set up camp for the night amongst these amazing chalk rocks.
Overnight: White Desert Camping Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Cairo Return After breakfast start your back trip towards Cairo you will pass by the most known destinations in the Western Desert. You will see the magical Crystal Mountain which contains some spectacular crystals that glow beautifully under the sun. Then you will go to Black Desert that consists of dark volcanic hills that contain black basal rocks.
On your way from Bahariya you will also stop by the village of El Haize, enjoy some time relax beside the natural spring in the village.
Then you will continue your journey to Cairo where you will reach and will be dropped at your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast

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  • Inclusions
    • Meet & Assist at your hotel in Cairo by legend Egypt Tours Representative
    • 1 Night stay in Hotel in Bahariya Oasis with Breakfast.
    • 3 Nights’ Fully Equipped Desert Camping with Full Board.
    • Entrance fees for all the attractions and sites mentioned in itinerary.
    • All transfers from and to your hotel in Cairo – Bahariya Oasis in Private air-conditioned car.
    • All excursions and transfers in Bahariya Oasis, White Desert and Gara Cave by Private 4X4 Jeep.
    • Drinking mineral bottled water and soft drinks on desert safari.
    • Snack break on journey when requested.
    • Professional English speaking Egyptologist guide.
    • A Private Egypt Desert Safari tour and Service.
    • All the above mentioned meals. • All Service Charges, Handling Fees, & Taxes.
  • Exclusions
    • International and domestic flight.
    • Egypt Entry Visa.
    • Drinks served during meals.
    • Extra tours , personal items or services not included in the above mentioned itinerary.
    • Other services that are not listed within the Gara Cave Desert Safari programme.
    • Tip to the guides, driver and camp attendant.
    • Travel insurance.
    • Additional supplement will be applied in case of traveling on Xmas , New Year and Easter holidays.

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All FAQ about Egypt

All FAQ about Egypt

Yes, travelers can choose between private desert safari tours or shared group experiences, depending on budget and preference.
 

Lightweight clothing for daytime and warm layers for nighttime are recommended, along with closed shoes, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
 

Yes, many packages include overnight camping in the desert, allowing travelers to experience sunset, stargazing, and sunrise in the Sahara. 
 

Most Egyptian desert safari packages include the Western Desert, White Desert, Black Desert, Bahariya Oasis, and Crystal Mountain, depending on the selected itinerary. 
 

Yes, most desert safari tours are safe when organized by experienced and licensed tour operators who provide professional guides, well-equipped vehicles, and safety measures.

Activities may include 4x4 jeep adventures, sandboarding, camel trekking, desert camping, stargazing, Bedouin cultural experiences, and visits to natural springs and rock formations.

Popular desert safari destinations include the White Desert, Black Desert, Siwa Oasis, Bahariya Oasis, the Great Sand Sea, and the Sinai Desert near Sharm El Sheikh.

An Egypt Desert Safari is an adventurous tour experience that takes travelers into Egypt’s stunning desert landscapes, including the Sahara, the Western Desert, and Sinai. These tours often include dune driving, camel rides, camping, and visits to natural and cultural attractions.

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