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White Desert Collection

Trekking through the mesmerizing white desert of Sahara, Egypt in February is an otherworldly experience

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rise above

Rise above
David George

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: yardangs

yardangs
Raymond Hoffmann

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: waves

waves
Raymond Hoffmann

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: dunes

dunes
Raymond Hoffmann

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: People trekking with Dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius) through chalk rock formations

People trekking with Dromedary camels (Camelus dromedarius) through chalk rock formations created by sandstorms, White desert, Sahara, Egypt, February 2009. No release available

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Chalk rock formations caused by sand storms, White desert in the Sahara, Egypt, February

Chalk rock formations caused by sand storms, White desert in the Sahara, Egypt, February 2009

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Mothership

Mothership
David George

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock Formations and Sun in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formations and Sun in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock Formation and Sun in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formation and Sun in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Silhouette of Rock Formations at Dawn in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert

Silhouette of Rock Formations at Dawn in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock Formation in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formation in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Sun over Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate

Sun over Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock Formations at Dusk in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formations at Dusk in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Rock Formations in White Desert, Libyan Desert, Sahara Desert, New Valley Governorate, Egypt

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Egypt, Western Desert or Libyan Desert, Surroundings of Al-Farafirah (Farafra) Oasis

Egypt, Western Desert or Libyan Desert, Surroundings of Al-Farafirah (Farafra) Oasis, White Desert rock formations
Egypt - Western Desert or Lybian Desert - Surroundings of Al-Farafirah (Farafra) Oasis. White Desert rock formations

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock archway, Egypts White Desert

Rock archway, Egypts White Desert. This structure has been formed by wind erosion of the white chalk that forms the desert sands in this region

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock formations, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1662

Rock formations, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1662
Rock formations. These formations are a type known as mushroom rocks. Photographed in the Egyptian Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Clouds and rocks, Egypts White Desert

Clouds and rocks, Egypts White Desert. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert, part of the Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock formation, Egypts White Desert

Rock formation, Egypts White Desert. This structure has been formed by wind erosion of the white chalk that forms the desert sands in this region

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Moon and rocks, Egypts White Desert

Moon and rocks, Egypts White Desert. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert, part of the Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock formations, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1652

Rock formations, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1652
Rock formations. These formations are a type known as mushroom rocks. Photographed in the Egyptian Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Calcite formations, Egypts White Desert

Calcite formations, Egypts White Desert. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert, part of the Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1644

Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1644
Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert, part of the Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1645

Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1645
Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara. Quartz and sand grains. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert, part of the Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1643

Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1643
Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert, part of the Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1642

Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara C014 / 1642
Desert minerals, Egyptian Sahara. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert, part of the Sahara

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Rock formations, Egypts White Desert

Rock formations, Egypts White Desert. These structures have been formed by wind erosion of the white chalk that forms the desert sands in this region

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Desert photography at dusk C014 / 1639

Desert photography at dusk C014 / 1639
Desert photography at dusk. Silhouetted photographer and rock formations at sunset in the Egyptian Sahara. Photographed in the White Desert (Sahara el Beyda) in Western Egypts Libyan Desert

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Wind-eroded sculptures of calcium rich rock, The White Desert near Bahariya

Wind-eroded sculptures of calcium rich rock, The White Desert near Bahariya, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Wind-eroded sculptures of calcium rich rock in The White Desert near Bahariya

Wind-eroded sculptures of calcium rich rock in The White Desert near Bahariya, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Eroded rock formations in the White Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Eroded rock formations in the White Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: The White Desert, Farafra Oasis, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The White Desert, Farafra Oasis, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: White Desert, near Bahariya oasis, Western Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

White Desert, near Bahariya oasis, Western Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageWhite Desert Collection: Isolated chalk towers, remnants of karst, Farafra Oasis, White Desert, Western Desert

Isolated chalk towers, remnants of karst, Farafra Oasis, White Desert, Western Desert, Egypt, North Africa, Africa




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Trekking through the mesmerizing white desert of Sahara, Egypt in February is an otherworldly experience. With Dromedary camels as our faithful companions, we ventured into a landscape shaped by sand storms and time itself. The chalk rock formations stood tall like ancient sentinels, their intricate patterns telling stories of nature's artistry. As we journeyed deeper into this ethereal realm, the Mothership - our base camp - provided us with shelter amidst the vastness. It was here that we rested and replenished our spirits before continuing to explore the wonders that lay ahead. The yardangs, sculpted by wind erosion over centuries, seemed to rise above us as if reaching for the heavens. Their smooth curves and sharp edges created a surreal contrast against the endless expanse of white sand beneath our feet. At dawn, silhouettes of these majestic rock formations danced against a backdrop painted with hues of gold and pink. As sunlight bathed them in its warm embrace, they revealed their true magnificence – a testament to nature's ability to create masterpieces beyond human imagination. With each step forward, we were captivated by yet another masterpiece carved by time – a solitary rock formation standing proud amidst the sea of white. Its rugged beauty reminded us of how insignificant we are in comparison to Mother Earth's grandeur. And as dusk settled upon the land, casting long shadows across the desert floor, we marveled at how even in darkness these rocks retained their mystique. They whispered secrets only known to those who dared venture into this enchanting world. In this remote corner of Libya Desert within Sahara Desert lies New Valley Governorate where dreams come alive amid these timeless landscapes. The sun bid farewell for now but promised to return tomorrow with new tales etched upon its rays. The White Desert beckons adventurers from far and wide; it invites you to witness its extraordinary beauty firsthand and be forever changed by its ethereal charm.