Astronomy and Camping Trip in Whales Valley in Fayoum

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2 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join us for an unforgettable camping and astronomy trip inside Egypt’s stunning Wadi El-Rayan Protected Area — home to the famous Whale Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore 40-million-year-old fossil sites, hike at sunset, visit the Open Climate Change Museum, and enjoy a guided stargazing session with telescopes and sky maps.

Spend the night under a sky full of stars, gather around the campfire, and wake up to a peaceful desert sunrise.

Includes:
-Guided tour, hiking, and astronomy session
-Camping in tents (sleeping bags provided)
-Museum visit and sunset hike

Notes:
-Trip starts from Cairo (State Council – Dokki)
-Bring ID, snacks, comfortable shoes, and a jacket
-No network coverage inside the protected area.
-Suitable for adults (10+ years)

What's Included

Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
sleeping bag
Tent
Breakfast
Horse Riding
Pottery
Beach buggy

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Peak Sport

Go to Charles de Gaulle Street, beside the Mobile Gas Station, and look for a guide wearing a T-shirt with our logo. Location: Dokki – Giza

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Journey to Whale Valley & Night Under the Stars

    1 stop
  • 1
    Cairo

    Cairo → Fayoum "Whale Valley" 8:30 AM – Meet at State Council – Dokki, Cairo 9:00 AM – Depart by air-conditioned bus or van toward Fayoum 11:00 AM – Arrive at Tunis Village, free tour and visit local pottery workshops (Optional breakfast or horse riding available at extra cost) 2:30 PM – Arrive at Wadi El-Rayan Protected Area (Whale Valley) Short rest and help set up the camp 4:00 PM – Visit the Open Climate Change Museum 5:00 PM – Guided hike and sunset view from the top of Whale Valley mountain 6:00 PM – Group dinner (main meal provided) 8:00 PM – Astronomy session with telescopes Observe constellations, meteor showers, and planets Learn how to find directions and Qibla using stars Use star maps and phone apps to recognize constellations 9:30 PM – Campfire gathering and overnight stay in tents under the stars

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Sunrise in the Desert & Return to Cairo

    1 stop
  • 2
    Fayoum Oasis

    4:00 AM – Wake up and Pack up camp prepare for return 5:00 AM – watch the sunrise over the desert 9:00 AM – Depart for Cairo ~10:00 AM – Arrival at the State Council – Dokki, Cairo

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Chefcahoun Astronomy

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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Seasonal

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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