🐪 Desert & Adventure5.0(4)· 📍 Cairo, Egypt
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 EGP — good value
What's included
- ✓Snacks
- ✓Coffee and/or Tea
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✕Arriving at the meeting point
Itinerary
- 1Katamiya 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)
5.0
★★★★★
Based on 4 verified reviews
3,264 EGP/ per person
5.0(4)verified reviews
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