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

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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