Discover the Samuel Dunes for a unique desert adventure, away from the usual Fayoum routes. Celebrate New Year's Eve with a party under the stars in the heart of the Ghoroud Samuel desert. We'll stay overnight at an eco-lodge in Tunis Village.
We don't visit touristic sites on this trip, so if it's your first time to visit Fayoum and you're interested in that, then this is probably not the trip for you.
- Celebrate New Year's at a desert party
- Dune in 4x4 safari cars
- Discover Ghoroud Samuel
- Try sandboarding
- Roam though Tunis Village
- Indulge in the art of pottery making
We will meet up at the Emirates Embassy in Heliopolis at 8 AM, with a secondary meeting point at Chillout Gas Station, Wahaat Road, 6th of October at 9:15 AM.
Day 1
Samuel Dunes
We'll hit the road to Fayoum, an approximately 2-hour drive to Tunis Village. We'll first drop off our bags at the eco-lodge and have breakfast. Then, get ready for some fun in the desert! We'll head out to the dunes and see how well we can balance as we glide down the sandy slopes. After our desert adventure, we'll come back to the eco-lodge to freshen up and get ready for our New Year's party in the middle of the desert of Ghoroud Samuel, where we’ll celebrate and dance the night away with other Gazef travelers.
- Dune in 4x4 safari cars
- Discover Ghoroud Samuel
- Try sandboarding
- Celebrate New Year's at a desert party
Day 2
Tunis Village
We'll start the day with breakfast at the eco-lodge. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at your own pace. You can take a refreshing dip in the pool and later head out to explore Tunis. There, we'll have the chance to delve into the art of pottery making, with the chance to craft our own pieces under the guidance of skilled artisans (optional activity). We'll also have time to take a stroll through local shops, interacting more deeply with the local community.
We'll depart for Cairo at 4 PM, with the same drop-off locations as to our initial pickup points.
- Roam though Tunis Village
- Indulge in the art of pottery making (optional activity)
Sobek Eco-Lodge - Fayoum
Rooms
- single, double and triple rooms (private bathroom)
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- All meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- All tours and entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary
- All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
- Gazef accompanying adventure leader (first aid certified)
- First aid kit
- All service charges and taxes
What is NOT included in the tour
- Meals other than mentioned in above itinerary
- Beverages
- Optional activities / tours
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
Non-Egyptians will incur an additional fee of $35 to cover essential permits, accommodation, and ticket price differences. Make sure you have this amount in cash to be paid to your trip chaperone at the start of the journey.
Also, the New Year's party will be a shared experience, with other Gazef groups joining yours for the celebration.
The Adventure Leader's primary role is to ensure your journey flows seamlessly. As your main point of contact throughout the trip, they're dedicated to enhancing your experience. Whether it's offering recommendations on activities or attractions, or facilitating interactions among travelers, they ensure everyone feels connected, although often connections form naturally.
Our groups are filled with solo travelers and like-minded individuals who share a passion for adventure and connecting with others. You'll feel right at home exploring with us.
We use private buses, either a Hiace for smaller groups of 10 or a Coaster for larger groups of 19.
No electricity will be available at the campsite, so make sure to bring your power banks.
In the populated areas of Fayoum and at the camp site, you can typically expect reliable network connectivity. However, as you drive through the landscapes of Samuel Dunes, expect some inconsistencies in network connection. Certain remote parts within the desert may have limited or even no network coverage at all. Therefore, be prepared for periods of disconnection.
- Comfortable Clothing
- Comfortable Shoes
- Heavy Jacket
- Power Bank
- Sun Protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)
- Flashlight (if available)
- Camera (if available)
- Speakers (if available)
- Snacks
Tipping directly supports local communities, benefiting drivers and suppliers. The tourism sector heavily depends on this support. While not obligatory, your tip is a meaningful 'thank you' for their service.
If I want to opt for the self-camping experience, is there assistance available to help me with the tent setup? Yes, our suppliers are available to assist you with setting up your own tent if you choose the self-camping experience.
