My husband, two of our adult sons and one son’s girlfriend, spent three unforgettable days and two nights in the Black and White Deserts and Agabat Valley with Mohammed and his younger brother, Mahmoud. From the moment they arranged our transfer from Cairo to their home base in Bawiti, everything was seamless. We were warmly welcomed by their wonderful family—smiling mother, sister, nephews, and father, who founded the business years ago.
Mohammed comes from a Bedouin family with generations of desert knowledge and his deep connection to the landscape is evident. The desert scenery was breathtaking and constantly changing—dramatic rock formations, vast sandy plains and volcanic terrain. The food was outstanding, the camping equipment very comfortable and the evenings blissfully quiet in remote locations far from other tours, with spectacular stargazing.
We were even visited by a very friendly and adorable desert fox, cautiously keeping its distance but happily scampering off with the leftover dinner bones.
Mohammed is not only incredibly friendly, but an exceptional guide, cook, and photographer, and together with Mahmoud we felt completely safe and well cared for throughout. An authentic, beautifully run desert experience that we would wholeheartedly recommend.
★★★★★ Unforgettable White Desert adventure — Mohammed Khozam & Mahmoud are the dream team
We spent 3 days / 2 nights in Egypt’s White Desert with Mohammed Khozam and his brother Mahmoud, and I can honestly say it was one of the most extraordinary travel experiences I’ve ever had.
From the very beginning, it was obvious we were in the hands of people who know the desert intimately. They took us to the best secluded locations, far away from the crowds, where it felt like we had the White Desert completely to ourselves. Every stop felt thoughtfully chosen — not just “nice views,” but genuinely jaw-dropping scenery and landscapes that constantly changed and surprised us. The rock formations, the open silence, the sense of scale… it’s hard to put into words.
Mohammed and Mahmoud are incredibly capable, calm, and professional, and also genuinely warm and fun to be around. Mohammed in particular is great company — upbeat, funny, and the sort of person who makes everyone feel relaxed immediately.
And the food… wow. They are amazing cooks. Every meal felt fresh, generous, and delicious — the kind of food you can’t believe is being produced out in the desert. It wasn’t just “camp food,” it was genuinely something to look forward to.
A special mention has to go to Mohammed’s photography — he is quite simply the best photographer. He knows exactly where to place you, how to frame the landscape, and when the light is perfect. We came home with photos that look like they belong in a magazine.
The highlight for me was the early wake-up to see the stars. Standing out there in complete darkness, with a sky absolutely packed with stars, was like nothing I’ve ever experienced — pure magic, and something I’ll remember for the rest of my life.
If you’re considering the White Desert, don’t overthink it — book with Mohammed Khozam and Mahmoud. They deliver the perfect combination of adventure, comfort, safety, expertise, and fun — and they’ll take you to a White Desert that feels wild, private, and truly unforgettable.
Highly, highly recommended.
We had the pleasure of spending two days one night in the white desert with Mohammed after a friend recommended him. The whole experience was beyond our expectations - he was extremely well informed, measured, kind, fun and a joy to be with. We had our favourite meal in Egypt by candlelight under the stars, miraculously whipped up by Mohammed. He also is ridiculously good at taking pictures with a smartphone as you can probably tell from all the photos linked to the reviews. The man’s talents are endless! Seriously though - do this trip. You won’t regret it and he deserves everything good that comes his way.