Camping trips are a great way to disconnect from our daily-routine. Now that summer is over, we can no longer look forward to the sunny beach for a getaway weekend. But luckily, Egypt is filled with a variety of other landforms that are suitable fall and winter making perfect so a short trip away from the hectic city life. One of the best ways to escape the city is by going on a camping adventure. Because of Egypt’s unique geography, there are a variety of places across the country that accommodate camping trips. We have compiled a list of great camping spots scattered near the capital that are ideal for an evening underneath the stars and moonlight. Wadi Degla Popular for hiking, Wadi Degla is located minutes away from Maadi in central Cairo. However, many are unaware that the protectorate is also a camping location for many Cairenes making is one of the most accessible camping spots in the capital. In the late 90s, the Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency labeled Wadi Degla as a protectorate to preserve it from environmental threats and deterioration. The protectorate is also home for Egypt’s wildlife such…
