An astronomy adventure under the skies of Cairo's Eastern Desert

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(4 reviews)
Cairo, Egypt

8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

A short drive through the New Capital takes us to the Katamiya Observatory. Rising ~450 meters above sea level, the mountain ridges overlook the New Administrative Capital and the surrounding ancient topography of Cairo. Here is also the largest telescope in Africa and the Middle East.

What's Included

Private transportation
Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Coffee and/or Tea
Arriving at the meeting point

Meeting and pickup

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Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
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    Join us at the traveler's must-stop in the heart of the desert. Rising 460 meters above sea level on the Al Katamiya Plateau. overlooking the New Administrative Capital and the ancient topography of Cairo. Got your telescope held at customs? no worries... We have the largest telescope in the Middle East and Africa. Wonder what constellations are up tonight?

    8 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Explore the cosmos at a mountaintop observatory

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Day Trips
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