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Siwa Oasis Desert Safari - 2 Days Egypt Adventure Tour

Siwa Oasis desert safari: Sleep under stars, explore Alexander's Oracle Temple, swim in Cleopatra's Spring & sandboard massive dunes. Book your Egypt adventure!

2 Days / 1 NightSolo, 2-4 Pax, 5-8 Pax4.9 Rating
per person
$350
Solo
1

Free cancellation up to 14 days before

About this tour

Embark on an unforgettable Siwa Oasis desert safari, Egypt's most remote and mystical destination. This 2-day adventure takes you 560km west of Cairo to a palm-fringed paradise where the ancient world collides with breathtaking natural beauty. Follow in Alexander the Great's footsteps at the legendary Oracle Temple of Amun, where the Macedonian conqueror sought divine prophecy in 331 BC. Feel the cool, mineral-rich waters of Cleopatra's Spring against your skin as you swim in the same natural pool that legends say hosted the Egyptian queen herself. Experience the thrill of sandboarding down towering golden dunes in the Great Sand Sea, where silence is broken only by the whisper of shifting sands. As twilight paints the desert in shades of amber and rose, settle into your traditional eco-lodge or authentic Bedouin camp for a night under one of the world's most spectacular star-filled skies - completely free from light pollution. This Siwa desert tour combines ancient history, natural wonders, and authentic Bedouin culture into an Egypt adventure that few travelers ever experience. Perfect for photographers, history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking an authentic escape from modern life.

Highlights

Desert Camp
Hot Springs
Sandboarding

Gallery

Painted hieroglyphic doorway inside an ancient Egyptian rock-cut tomb at Siwa Oasis
Interior of an ancient Egyptian rock-cut tomb with painted hieroglyphic murals on the back wall.
Colorful ancient Egyptian murals with hieroglyphs and deities inside a Siwa tomb
A golden sandstone mesa reflected in a still desert lake at Siwa Oasis, Egypt
Colorful ancient Egyptian falcon deity with spread wings painted on a sarcophagus surface
Large woven straw baskets overflowing with dried hibiscus flowers at a Siwa market stall

Itinerary

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Day 1: Ancient Siwa Discovery

Begin your Egypt desert tour exploring the legendary Oracle Temple of Amun where Alexander the Great received prophecy. Marvel at the crumbling mud-brick fortress of Shali, Siwa's 13th-century heart, before cooling off in the crystal-clear waters of Cleopatra's Spring.

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Day 1: Great Sand Sea Adventure

Journey by 4x4 into the magnificent Great Sand Sea for heart-pounding sandboarding down massive golden dunes. As the sun begins its descent, soak in natural hot springs while watching one of Egypt's most spectacular sunsets paint the endless desert landscape.

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Day 1: Desert Camp Under Stars

Experience authentic Bedouin hospitality with a traditional dinner cooked over open flames under a canopy of brilliant stars. With zero light pollution, witness the Milky Way in all its glory while listening to ancient desert stories around the campfire.

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Day 2: Salt Lakes & Farewell

Float effortlessly in Siwa's stunning salt lakes, where mineral-rich waters offer natural buoyancy and therapeutic properties. Visit the remote Bir Wahed hot spring for a final desert soak before returning to Siwa town with memories of Egypt's most magical oasis.

Pricing

Standard

SeasonSolo2-4 Pax5-8 Pax9-16 Pax
Peak (Oct-Apr)$350$250$200$170
Low (May-Sep)$290$210$170$140

Includes

  • 4x4 desert vehicle with driver
  • Professional desert guide
  • 1 night eco-lodge or desert camp accommodation
  • All meals (lunch, dinner, breakfast)
  • Sandboarding equipment and instruction
  • Hot springs and salt lakes access
  • All entrance fees to historical sites
  • Traditional Bedouin dinner experience

Excludes

  • Gratuities for guide and driver
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Travel insurance
  • Transportation to/from Siwa Oasis

Why book with us?

  • Licensed tour operator
  • 4.9/5 from 2,000+ reviews
  • Free cancellation (14 days)
  • Small group or private