3 Days 2 Nights Black and White Desert Tours Experience

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 29 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5★★★★★ Unforgettable 3D2N Experience – Hands down the highlight of our Egypt trip!

  We booked a 3-day, 2-night Black and White Desert tour in July 2026 for our group of 5 (3 adults, 2 teenagers). When looking for a guide, Mohamed’s perfect 5-star rating almost seemed too good to be true. But after Mohamed shared around 20 references from previous French travelers, we reached out to a few—and every single one raved about him being a fantastic guide and an incredible cook. Now having experienced it ourselves, we couldn’t agree more! From start to finish, the logistics were flawless. Mohamed arranged our transfers from Cairo and onwards to Luxor, making our travel stress-free. He welcomed us into his home for our very first meal, which was the warmest way to start our adventure. We had two 4x4s for our group, and Mohamed, his brother Allah, and his friend Said took amazing care of us. They customized the itinerary on the fly based on what we loved most. Since July is the low season, we didn't see another soul for three days—it felt like a private, exclusive world. Every day brought a brand-new, jaw-dropping landscape—each more impressive than the last—along with breathtaking sunsets and sunrises. Mohamed and his team know the desert inside out and drive like absolute pros. We always felt safe, and Mohamed went out of his way to reassure our youngest when navigating the dunes. Sleeping under the stars, spotting desert foxes (fennecs), and eating incredible food (no meal was repeated twice!) made this unforgettable. Out of our entire two weeks in Egypt, this was easily our favorite memory, all thanks to these wonderful people. A few tips for future travelers: Customization: Don't hesitate to ask Mohamed for more than just the standard 3D2N package. He can tailor the entire trip to your liking (which we’ll definitely do when we return!). Language: If you aren't fluent in English or Arabic, don't worry—you will manage just fine! For French travelers: Check out the recent segment on France 2 about the White Desert if you need any more convincing! Thank you Mohamed, Allah, and Said!

  Maps657689July 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5White Magick in the White Desert

  It's one of those places that you did not know could exist. The awe that you feel when driving around the hundreds of natural sculptures compares to what you feel when standing below the Pyramids or walking around the Karnak Temple. Except that not even the Ancient Egyptians could dare to match the monument that nature built, in honor of its own beauty, for itself. Got lost in this timeless paradise, and let the starred night sky to absorb my thoughts. Was mind blown in a way that is very hard to convey through these words. You are in great hands. Mohamed has been riding the region for over 25 years, and knows the dunes like the back of his hand. He drives his 4x4 off road in a way that truly and inevitably evokes a magic carpet ride.

  379julianiJuly 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Unforgettable Experience with Mohamed Badawy & White Desert Tour Egypt!

  Unforgettable Experience with Mohamed Badawy & White Desert Tour Egypt! We just returned from an incredible journey with Mohamed Badawy and his team at White Desert Tour Egypt, and we can't recommend them highly enough! As a Canadian family, we were looking for a tour operator who would not only show us the beauty of Egypt but also make us feel comfortable and welcome—and Mohamed exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized. The itinerary was well thought out, allowing us to experience the stunning landscapes of the White Desert, the breathtaking rock formations, and the peaceful beauty of the Egyptian wilderness. Every detail was taken care of, from delicious meals to seamless logistics, making the trip completely stress-free. What truly set this experience apart was the hospitality. Mohamed and his team treated us like family, going above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable, safe, and enjoying every moment. Their passion for the desert and their deep knowledge of the region made the adventure even more special. If you're considering a trip to the White Desert, look no further! We wholeheartedly recommend White Desert Tour Egypt 100%—this was truly a trip of a lifetime! Thank you, Mohamed, for making our journey so memorable and magical! Read less

  V2585GCstevecMarch 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5White Desert, Farafra

  I booked the tour with Mohammad for myself and 3 friends. He was fantastic in all aspects of organizing the tour to the execution. The tour in the desert is magical, I recommend adding it to your bucket list of adventures. The camping experience (ditch the tent) looking up at the stars was incredible. Mohammad makes amazing meals, you will not go hungry. We also spent a day roaming around the Bahariya Oasis with him, having tea with locals, 4x4 ing thru dunes, visiting roman ruins and of course, seeing the roman mummies.

  Dream613797September 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Unique and amazing experience

  We had a fantastic and unforgetable tour in the black and white desert with our guide Mohamed ! He is very friendly, has a great knowlegde and drove us to the most scenic and interesting places of the desert. The organisation is great, from the pick up in Cairo, food, camping spot! It was one of the highlight of our trip!

  cl_mentg229April 2025via Tripadvisor

• 5Great tour with a local guide

  We made a great tour with Mohammed. He drove us to the most famous places of the desert, but also to some remote unknown places and we had the feeling to have the desert just for ourselves. Organisation was perfect, night and diner in the desert. We did the tour with our two little kids, and he managed to find a baby seats for the car. He is really helpfull and friendly, probably my best experience during our trip in Egypt ! I would highly recommend booking with him !

  Vincent69003April 2025via Tripadvisor

Know before you go

How it compares in Farafra

• Its from-price is 12% below the median of the 4 experiences we list in Farafra.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1 of 4.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Farafra

Farafra, a small oasis in Egypt's Western Desert, lies between Bahariya and Dakhla, with springs, palm groves and the chalk rocks of the White Desert.

Farafra is an oasis town in the Western Desert, in Egypt's New Valley Governorate, roughly midway between the Dakhla and Bahariya oases. It sits in a depression of about 980 square kilometres and is the least populous of the region's oases, with a few thousand people, mainly Bedouin. Parts of the old town keep traditional mud-coloured buildings, and a museum in the old town shows the work of a local artist.

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