Agabat Valley
وادي العقبات
A canyon and dune area on the northern edge of the White Desert, where white cliffs alternate with golden sand slopes, and jeep runs down the dunes are the most thrilling part.
وادي العقبات (meaning “obstacles”) is a steep valley before you enter the New White Desert, combining chalk cliffs, isolated rock pillars and large sand slopes. Many consider it the most beautiful scenery on the whole route. Jeeps dive down the sand slopes, and you can hike up the ridge for panoramic views. There are no formal facilities, and you can enter only with an off-road tour group. It is usually visited on the same day as Crystal Mountain and the White Desert.
Opening hours
Open all day (group tour required)
Nearby sights
- White Desert National Park
- Crystal Mountain
- El Heiz
- Black Desert
- Temple of Alexander the Great
- Temple of Ain el-Muftella
- Bawiti Old Town & Ain el-Bishmu
- Golden Mummies Museum (Bawiti)