2 DAYS · SMALL GROUP · NEW MOON ONLY
New-moon nights, White Desert
Departures only within four days of the new moon. A camp far from the road, a telescope, and the Milky Way bright enough to cast shadows.
Duration 2 days, 1 nightType Small group, max 10Start/end Cairo or Giza hotelKids 8+Effort EasyGuide speaks AR · EN · DE
- The darkest skies near Cairo
- A telescope and a guide who knows the constellations
- A camp far from the road
These trips only leave within four days of a new moon, when the sky is at its darkest. The camp is far from the road, the fire goes out early, and Mahmoud brings a telescope.
On a clear night the Milky Way is bright enough to cast shadows on the chalk.
Who it’s for
Stargazers and night photographersCouples and small groupsChildren 8+ who can stay up lateMaybe not for you if…
You want fixed dates — departures follow the moonYou don’t cope well with cold nights in winterDAY 1
To the dark-sky camp
Cairo → Bahariya → Dark-sky campLunch in Bahariya, then deeper than the usual camps. After dinner the fire goes out and the telescope comes out.
5 h driveOvernight: camp
DAY 2
Sleep in, drive home
Camp → CairoA late breakfast after a late night, then the road back.
5 h drive
Included
4×4 with driver-guideTelescope and star guideAll mealsCamping gear and permitsNot included
Drinks other than water and teaTipsTravel insuranceWHAT 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 tipsA tripod if you photograph the starsPlus, in Autumn
A warm layer for evenings from late OctoberLight long sleeves for the dayStart 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€330
FestiveDecember · Book early — limited camps€375
SummerMay–Sep · Early starts, shorter drives€265
YOUR GUIDEMahmoudBorn in Bahariya, 14 years guiding. Knows where the fennec foxes come to camp.
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.
DatesOnly within 4 days of a new moon.
NightsCold — bring a hat.
Main season price€330 pp
When would you like to go?● main● festive● summerExact dates come with your quote.
Adults12+
Children8–11 · 40% off
Estimate for 2, Nov€660
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