An afternoon in the desert outside Siwa by 4WD. Cross the sand dunes to the shells and fossils area, then drive on to Bir Wahed, a hot spring at about 37°C in the middle of the sand where you can swim. Next comes the Cold Lake, some sand boarding on the dunes, and finally the highest point of the desert to watch the sun go down over the sand.
Tour Highlights
- Swimming in the Bir Wahed hot spring (37°C)
- The Cold Lake
- Sand boarding on the dunes
- The shells and fossils area
- Sunset from the highest point of the desert
The Tour Step by Step
Into the dunes
Leave Siwa by 4WD jeep and drive out across the sand dunes.
Shells & fossils
Stop in the area where shells and fossils lie in the sand.
Bir Wahed hot spring
Swim in the warm spring water, about 37°C.
The Cold Lake
A stop at the cold-water lake in the desert.
Sand boarding & sunset
Slide down the dunes on a sand board, then watch the sunset from the highest point before the drive back.
What is Included
Included in the price
- 4WD jeep with driver (up to 6 guests per jeep)
- Sand board
- All desert fees
Not included
- Tips for the driver
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Anything not listed as included
Price per Person by Group Size
- 1 guest: $138
- 2 guests: $80 each
- 3 guests: $61 each
- 4 guests: $51 each
- 5 guests: $45 each
- 6 guests: $41 each
Ahmose Travel is an Egyptian tour operator based in Alexandria, Egypt that arranges these trips directly. Message us on WhatsApp at +20 127 530 7375 or visit ahmosetravel.com.
Planning more of your trip? Every tour is private or small-group and can be combined into one itinerary.
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