Siwa Oasis, Egypt
What to see at Siwa Oasis and how to fit it into a Egypt trip.
Quick answer
A desert oasis in Egypt's western corner near Libya — oracle temple where Alexander the Great was declared a god, natural spring pools, salt lakes and one of North Africa's most remote and beautiful Berber communities.
Best season for Egypt: October – April. Recommended trip length: 8–10 Days.
About Siwa Oasis
A desert oasis in Egypt's western corner near Libya — oracle temple where Alexander the Great was declared a god, natural spring pools, salt lakes and one of North Africa's most remote and beautiful Berber communities.
Siwa Oasis is one of 14 places we cover in Egypt, and falls on day 4 of our 5-day Egypt plan. A 5-day Egypt trip from Mumbai costs about ₹39,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Egypt
- Pyramids of Giza & Sphinx
- Luxor: Open-Air Museum of the Ancient World
- Nile Cruise: Luxor to Aswan
- Luxor & Valley of the Kings
- Abu Simbel Temples
- Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, Cairo
- Red Sea Diving & Snorkelling
- Egyptian Museum & Grand Egyptian Museum
Questions about Siwa Oasis
What is Siwa Oasis?
A desert oasis in Egypt's western corner near Libya — oracle temple where Alexander the Great was declared a god, natural spring pools, salt lakes and one of North Africa's most remote and beautiful Berber communities.
When is the best time to visit Siwa Oasis?
Egypt's best season is October – April, which is the best window for Siwa Oasis too.
How many days do I need in Egypt to include Siwa Oasis?
Trripah recommends 8–10 Days for Egypt. Siwa Oasis fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Siwa Oasis in a Egypt package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Siwa Oasis to a Egypt plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.