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🐪 Desert & Adventure5.0(4)· 📍 Cairo, Egypt

An astronomy adventure under the skies of Cairo's Eastern Desert

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An astronomy adventure under the skies of Cairo's Eastern Desert
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Duration
8-9h
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Cancellation
Free 24h before

Overview

A short drive through the New Capital takes us to the Katamiya Observatory. Rising ~450 meters above sea level, the mountain ridges overlook the New Administrative Capital and the surrounding ancient topography of Cairo. Here is also the largest telescope in Africa and the Middle East.

How this compares

Cairo · 1478 Desert & Adventure · typical ~3,766 EGP · 3,264 EGPgood value

What's included

  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Arriving at the meeting point

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Katamiya Astronomical Observatory

Frequently asked questions

How long is this experience?
8-9h
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
What's included?
Snacks · Coffee and/or Tea · Private transportation · All Fees and Taxes

Reviews (4)

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Based on 4 verified reviews
3,264 EGP/ per person
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