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1 NIGHT · PRIVATE · CLOSEST CAMP TO CAIRO
Wadi El Rayan overnight
The closest real desert night to Cairo: a camp between the dunes and the lakes, two hours from your hotel.
Duration 24 hoursType PrivateStart/end CairoKids 4+Effort EasyGuide speaks AR · EN
- A dune camp two hours from Cairo
- Sand-boarding at sunset
- Back at your hotel by lunch
The closest real desert night to Cairo: a camp between the dunes and the lakes of Wadi El Rayan, two hours from your hotel. Sand-boarding at sunset, dinner by the fire, and back by lunch the next day.
Who it’s for
Families trying a first camp with children 4+Travellers with only a night to spareMaybe not for you if…
You want the White Desert — it is further but more dramaticDAY 1
To the dunes
Cairo → Wadi El Rayan → Dune campAfternoon at the lakes and camp for sunset.
2 h driveOvernight: camp
DAY 2
Back by lunch
Camp → CairoBreakfast and home.
2 h drive
Included
Private car with driver-guideDinner and breakfastCamping gearNot 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 tipsPlus, in Autumn
A warm layer for evenings from late OctoberLight long sleeves for the dayStart 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€150
FestiveDecember · Book early — limited camps€170
SummerMay–Sep · Early starts, shorter drives€120
YOUR GUIDEYaraFayoum local, geologist by training. Best at getting kids excited about fossils.
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.
KidsAges 4+. A good first camp.
Main season price€150 pp
When would you like to go?● main● festive● summerExact dates come with your quote.
Adults12+
Children6–11 · 40% off
Estimate for 2, Nov€300
Request this tripFree and no payment now. We reply within 24 h with exact dates and a confirmed quote.