[2025 Siwa Oasis Attraction] Travel Guide for Siwa Oasis (Updated Feb)

I made the 10 hour drive (with a private driver) from Cairo to Siwa Oasis and discovered a land of pure bliss! Siwa is in the western desert of Egypt and it feels like a completely different place. It has its own people (Berber-speaking Sudanic people) and they live in these really interesting mud houses. There are a few sights to see in Siwa like the Cleopatra Spring, Fatnas Island (best sunset), Salt lakes (such a cool experience), Oracle Temple, Shali Fortress and many more. I spent some time with a local guide who told me all about the history and local culture and I enjoyed my relaxed evenings at the boho campsite where you can choose air conditioned cottages or the simple fanned hotels. My camp provided breakfast and dinner which were always delicious and even though I was on my own, I never felt lonely. There are different types of hotels and camp sites all around Siwa and they offer a calm and peaceful environment. There are also plenty of souvenir stores ones you enter the town side near the fortress and a few local restaurants. #freehotelstay

It's about an 8 hour drive from Cairo 🚘 I went to the area called Siwa because there is a so-called "Dead Sea". The salt concentration is so high that you float on your own in this salt lake. The ground is covered with salt blocks, and it really hurts to get into the lake if you get water in your eyes, so you have to slowly get in... 🏝️ It feels really strange because you don't sink. I was told that Egyptians love the Siwa Oasis because it purifies the bad things in your body and cleanses your mind. Also, the salt in Siwa is good for purification, so we decided to take it home with us. The guide and the driver packed a bag full of salt and took it home with us 😳 (the driver packed it in three big bags 😂) The only way to get to Siwa is by night bus 💦 I was a little hesitant to get on a night bus with other people, so I asked for a tour with transfer + hotel + sightseeing guide 🥰 #Fritaviwinter #Egypt #siwa #siwaoasis

The salt flats of Siwa Oasis are truly amazing. The endless white salt plains make you feel like you're on another planet. Actually, swimming in the salt flats was the reason I came to Siwa, but the water was so clear and the salinity was so high that even if you can't swim, you can just float. Even if you just walk in, your legs will float! You have to be careful because the salt crystals are really sharp and you can hurt your feet, and the salinity is really high, so if you get even a little bit of salt water in your eyes, it'll sting really bad ㅠㅜ The ride was so hard, but it was worth it! 📍Siwa oasis #European travel

Coming to the must-visit salt lake in Xiva, it was scheduled for the next morning. Departing from the hotel, it takes about 20 minutes to reach the salt lake here, and there are dozens of them, large and small. You can pick one that looks more pleasing to the eye, and then find one that is easy to get into the water, and then you can have a close encounter. It is recommended to bring your own swimsuit and slippers or crocs to prevent your feet from being cut by the rocks. Usually, fresh water is also prepared so that you can quickly rinse off with clean water after swimming. Personally, I feel that if you can swim, the fear when going down will be slightly less, and then I accidentally tasted the water of the salt lake, it's really salty! The scenic area is open for free, you only need to pay for the round-trip car fare, which is generally 600 for a chartered car per day, just for reference.

One of my favorite spots in Egypt! Siwa is situated 50 kms. away from the border of Libya and is one of the most isolated places in Egypt; 10 hours away from Cairo by car/bus. Siwa´s salt lakes are not an easy spot to access but are definitely worth the hassle. The views are out of this world and the scenery is so unique that you won’t regret the time spent to get there. #Egypt #freehotelstay