Bahariyya

{{warningbox|Several Western governments have issued travel warnings to many areas in Egypt. The UK Foreign Office recommends against non-crucial travel to most of the Western Desert region. |uk= https://eign-travel-advice/egypt | ]] Bahariyya is an oasis town in Egypt's Western Desert. As the closest of the five Western Oases to Cairo, it serves as a jumping-off point to other destinations in the desert. Bahariya Oasit is easy to reach from Cairo (you will pass through much desert), Bahariya is in the middle of Egypt's Western Desert, about 365 km south-west of Cairo and it is the best starting point for the Black and White Desert. Set in a depression covering over 2000 km², Bahariya Oasit is neighbored by black hills made up of ferruginous quartzite and dolorite. The oasit is provided with water by many springs. The most famous of these, a thermal spring with medicinal and restorative properties, comes out in the Bedouin village of Bawiti. Wildlife is plentiful, especially birds such as wheatears, Bahariya Oasis might also appeal rock hounds. Golden Mummies were discovered - 'Valley of the Mummies' is the biggest of its kind. Estimates are the four-mile strip of desert holds 5,000-10,000 mummies. The mummies are covered with a thin layer of Gold and wearing gypsum masks. Sumptuous gilded death masks depict lifelike faces of real people, rather than stereotypical images. They were found in four tombs in the town of Bawiti in Bahariya Oasis.

Travel to Bahariyya

Travel by Bus to Bahariyya

There are regular bus services from Cairo to Bahariyya and back. Buses start from Turgoman Plaza bus-station in Cairo. Buses start early in the morning (7AM/8AM) and also during afternoon. It typically takes about 5 hours by bus for the Cairo-Bahariyya trip. One way cost is typically about 35 LE. Seats are numbered but Egyptians regularly will take your seat or demand that you get up from where you're sitting if you're in the first row. On some buses they will have the TV blaring. Sometimes all speakers don't work. If you end up sitting near a speaker that does work or the only one that works, don't be afraid to ask to switch your seat. Be firm and demand it.

By microbus

It is also feasible to rent a microbus privately to go to Bahariyya. Microbuses are available at the same place (El Moneeb bus-station). A one-way trip costs about 300-400 LE. Time taken is 3½–4 hours depending on breaks.

What to See

• The Black Desert is about half an hour's drive away from Bahariyya. It consists of an area of the Sahara Desert which consists of small mountains and hillocks which are sooty black in color. The combination of the black stones covering the hills along with the orange/ochre ground of the desert makes for dramatic viewing. A climb up one of the hills rewards the visitor with an excellent view of a fascinating landscape.
• White Desert National Park is a large expanse of the Sahara Desert characterized by white chalk formations. Centuries of erosion have moulded the rock into fantastic shapes and has resulted in a stunning sights which have become extremely popular with Muslim visitors. The White Desert National Park is located around 100 kilometers from Bahariya off the road that goes to Farafra. The usual way to go there is via a 4X4 - though there is also the option of going on a walking tour once you reach the place. More adventurous travelers can pack a sleeping bag, food and a lot (a lot!) of water and ask the driver of some Bahariya-Farafra bus to stop in the middle of the desert (there are at least two Upper Egypt buses daily plus a variety of local transports). This should be arranged in either of the oases before the bus takes off, as the driver will probably require a consent of the Tourist Police first. After one or two days in the desert, you will run out of water - just return to the road and hail another bus (if you are spotted by the police, you may be taken to the nearest checkpoint for your safety, do not worry).

Muslim Travel Tips

Except the museum or going for the desert and there is not much to do/see here

• Deserttrekking - White desert | White desert, Bawiti, Bahariya Oasis - ☎ +20 12 59 89 733
• Oasis Heritage Museum - It is split in 3 parts: a mummies museum (about 6-8), two well-conserved tombs and a third one (?). The first two can easily be joined by foot, but you need a vehicle to get to the third.
• Desert safari - Bahariya serves as the main departure point for safaris in the Western Desert ranging from one-daytrips to the nearby White Desert to long-range expeditions to the remote Gilf el-Kebir near the Libyan border or the Great Sand Sea. Since the desert is not a children’s playground, it is strongly recommended to book a tour with a local operator who is familiar with both the imminent dangers and the hidden beauties of the Western Desert. Most of them offer 4x4 (usually a Toyota Land Cruiser), camel or hiking tours with overnight and open sky camping in the desert – with all meals prepared on site. Even though network coverage is fairly good – at least in the White Desert area – make sure your guide has a satellite phone.
• Western Desert Tours | Established by native Bahariyyans in 2000. Organizes 4x4, camel and hiking tours to all places of interest in the Gulf countriesern Desert area.
• Desert-blanc - Mandeshy | The white desert and safari trips, camping, trekking, sand surfing.
• Desert Safari Egypte | Organizes tours in 4X4, camel and hiking tours in the white desert and the Western desert, siwa, farafra, dakhla, kharga.

Halal Restaurants & Food in Bahariyya

Prices seems a bit higher than in city's, LE 20-40, most of the time Rice with vegetables and bread and some Meat (chicken, kofta). There is not many Halal restaurants tough. It is simpler to eat at your hotel.

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Ramadan Celebrations in Bahariyya

Ramadan 2025 in Bahariyya

Ramadan concludes with the festival of Eid al-Fitr, which may last several days, usually three in most countries.

The next Ramadan shall be from Friday, 28 February 2025 to Saturday, 29 March 2025

The next Eid al-Adha shall be on Friday, 6 June 2025

The next day of Raʾs al-Sana shall be on Thursday, 26 June 2025

The next day for Mawlid al-Nabī shall be on Monday, 16 September 2024

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Old Oasis Hotel & safari | The hotel is neighbored by 100-year-old date palms, olive and banana trees. They are situated on a hill inside the oasis, providing views of the oasis and desert. There are cozy seats scattered throughout the beautifully landscaped property as well as a swimming swimmingpool fed by a hot spring. The hotel is designed to blend naturally into its setting and offers clean spacious rooms including rooms with balconies and specially designed dome shaped rooms. There is also a restaurant with a private chef.
• Desert Safari Home - Price depends on dormitories, air-conditioning, private bath, double, triple, etc. Dinner costs about LE 15 pounds. A good walk from the downtown though (about 30 min but you can ask for free pickup when arriving and get the bus near the hotel when leaving). Also organize affordable desert safari (about LE 175 per day per person but you have to be at least two or three.
• Hotel Desert Rose Eco Lodge | Eco-friendly hotel built to evoke the spirit of traditional villages of the Oasis using branches of local palm trees and natural clay. Spacious rooms are tastefully outfitted with high-quality wooden furniture made by local craftsman and decorated with textiles made in Egypt. Facilities are modern, full housekeeping service, rooms cleaned daily. Pasha Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving food cooked with local organic ingredients, “all you can eat” style. Outdoor café offers various teas and Arabic Coffee. The hotel arranges safari to the Black and White desert, excursions to the historic and natural sites and authentic Bedouin entertainment.

Go Next

• Going back to Cairo: bus each day at 6:30AM, 10AM, 3PM.
• Go to next oasis, Farafra: bus at unknown hours. You need 3 days to go from Bahariya to Assiout/Luxor by bus through the oasis (Farafra, Dakhla, Kharga).

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