A night in the desert is cold, quiet and very dark. Here is the short list of what to bring on a camping trip in Egypt’s White Desert, and what we take care of for you.
Why packing matters in the desert
Desert nights are cold, even after a warm day. On our trips you sleep in a Bedouin camp in the middle of the desert, with no electricity and no sockets anywhere, so a few simple items make the night much more comfortable.
The packing list
- Hiking shoes and long trekking pants for walking on chalk, sand and rock.
- Warm layers: jacket, beanie and gloves for the evening and the sunrise.
- Sleeping bag, if we don’t supply one. We confirm this with you when we send your quote.
- Headlamp and paper towels. Camp has no electric light.
- Power bank for your phone, because there is nowhere to charge.
- Water and snacks you like for the road and the camp.
What we provide
We handle the rest. Our trips usually include the round-trip transfer from Cairo, a 4×4 vehicle in the desert, all meals and drinks, camping equipment and Bedouin guides. On longer tours there is also a hotel night in Bahariya. We confirm the exact list with your quote.
Dinner at camp is chicken and grilled meat, with Bedouin tea and songs by the fire.
Know what to expect
Read what you will see and how the days run in our White Desert guide, and learn about the first big stop in our Black Desert and Crystal Mountain article.
Questions before you pack?
Tell us your dates and group size and we will confirm exactly what to bring. See all our tours or contact us.
Not sure what to pack?