White Desert, Egypt

Located about 45 km north of Farafra, is a rare gem of attraction in Egypt- White Desert. Also known as Wadi Gazar or Valley of Carrots due to the formation of appearances similar to pinnacles because of the wind eroded limestone, White Desert is truly white in nature and color.

White Desert of Egypt also include feature of yellow desert somewhere but it is somewhat white in true sense. What makes this White Desert attractive and unique is its rock formation. Rock formation of White Desert of Egypt is quite often dramatic and fascinating as they are the result of sandstorms. One should not miss the weird rock balancing on top of a white pillar.

As a part of the not so visited western oases, White Desert provide the chance to get away from the usual tourist attractions of Egypt. The landscape view of unique White Desert is worth to mentioning. The destination of Crystal Mountain is perfect for setting a camp or spending a night.

White Desert can be easily accessible from the Farafra Oasis and Bahariyya Oasis. Located 45 km from White Desert is the smallest and peaceful oasis of Egypt known as Farafra.

The Farafra Oasis is the smallest oasis among the Western Oases of Egypt and is located near to latitude 27.06 North and longitude 27.97 East. As a part of Libyan Desert, Farafra is located between Dakhla and Bahariya Oasis. One can visit the hot springs of Bir Setta and the ethnic lake view at El-Mufid Lake, situated near to Farafra.