Wouldn't do it again
Was disappointing. We were told we would be picked up at 2 from our hotel. They were about 15 minutes late. Eventually we had 8 of us in the back of the jeep which was just two benches either side. The space was so minimal that you had to sit with legs weaved in between each other to get any comfort. We were driving for over 2 hours so it was a horribly uncomfortable ride.
The desert was gorgeous and there is a photographer who will happily give you a photoshoot for €10. The sunset was cool, but the mountains it set behind were too high to get the cool colours before you come back down.
Dinner was nice, not a fan of the crockery, seems un environmentally friendly.
I did not like the English guide at all. He spoke like he had no respect for the village people, it made me feel uncomfortable, we were in their home. Also, when we were having the talk about the stars, he talked really fast and without much interest in what he was saying. The people who did not speak English as a first language had asked him to slow down as they couldn't understand and he did for about 10 seconds then resumed talking way too quickly.
There were too many people in a line to look through the telescope so that took a really long time. Looking through the telescope was underwhelming, it was just a bright shiny dot slightly bigger than the one I could see with my own eyes.
The German speaking guide was awesome though. I really liked him and the guy who was in control of the telescope.
We arrived back at our hotel at around 9:30pm. Knowing how long the journey there and back would be, I would not have thought this worth it and would not have booked it.
431kirstyy · Apr 2024 · via Tripadvisor
“Basic” tourism activity. So average, but exceptional sunset and beautiful starry sky.
Magnificent sunset and full beautiful night view with helpful commentary.
The farm tour and “safari” are ok; nothing special, but nice for children,
Typical activity calibrated for the average tourist to which we willingly comply if we have children.
LorealJo · Apr 2024 · via Tripadvisor · Translated
Scary ride not for faint hearted!!
The drive to the desert in the land cruiser was super scary and horrendous! Nowhere to hold on in the back of car and no seatbelts. The 7 of us were thrown around during the crazy up and down off road trip through desert dunes. Amazingly we didn’t crash or get hurt.
Once at the stargazing Bedouin site we watched the sun set had some food and then watched the stars. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the night sky.
But the whole desert time was very rushed.
148angeliquet · Apr 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Overall we had an amazing time and there was a good atmosphere
It started off wildly with an off-road trip in a jeep through the desert. Those who wanted could ride a camel at the first stop, then we continued with oriental sounds and cheerful drivers to a Bedouin family who greeted us with tea. Nassir, our translator, told us lots of interesting things about the customs and life of the Bedouins. We climbed up a hill and were able to admire the sunset over the mountains. A young, talented photographer took pictures on request, which you can have sent to you via a link for 10 euros. The Bedouins had meanwhile prepared a varied dinner, which we enjoyed by candlelight. Afterwards, Nassir explained the stars in the night sky to us. My teenager and I really enjoyed it, definitely recommend it!
Noah555 · Apr 2024 · via Tripadvisor · Translated
Worth the money!!
This is a review for April 5th. From start to beginning! Our tour guide was very nice and a people person. He explained everything with details to the point you wanted to listen to him. I’m glad we had him.
vilena_f · Apr 2024 · via Viator
Decent experience
A great afternoon/evening where the staff were very friendly and helpful. The knowledge of the man who did the guide to stargazing was excellent.
The drive to the Bedouin settlement was a bit nervy, we were on a very old jeep with benches against the inside of the vehicle with no seatbelts. The driver also did not wear his seatbelt and driving through the sand he went very fast, taking little care over corners or bumps so we had to grip the roll cage to stop from flying all over the van.
The food provided was nice and a glass of pepsi was provided, but they charged extra if you wanted any fresh juices.
We were bitten to pieces by the biting flies - take insect repellent spray with you.
Nonie_L · Apr 2024 · via Viator
All taking charged of. Try it
Good experience overall. They maximized the time you spend with them. The driver who took us to the activity had some anger issue though. He yelled at other tourists because he was waiting for them at the wrong place. 😬😬😬 .. need to be worked on.
Sarah_B · Apr 2024 · via Viator
Stars in the dessert
Nasser and Moussa a great guides
Thank you Both for the Nice trip. I read the books about the Seven sisters of the Pleiaden, and you Nasser showed me the sisters. So Nice! And the driver was also very good and thank you for the birthday surprise! ❤️
Willeke_d · Apr 2024 · via Viator
Fantastic tour!
Adam was a fantastic guide, really nice guy and speaks perfect English. The star gazing was so so pretty, so many stars and constellations, and again Adam pointed all of these out for us to see. We had dinner in the Bedouin camp and had a sing and dance around the campfire while the sun set, this was a really nice touch. The jeep ride was quite bumpy, but this just added more fun to the experience! Highly recommend anyone who wants to see the beautiful night sky in the desert to do this tour. Thank you Adam!
Luke_S · Apr 2024 · via Viator
Escursione favolosa
Abbiamo acquistato questo tour nonostante non ci fosse una guida italiana, l’unico vero peccato infatti è stato non comprendere tutto, ma è anche una nostra pecca. Ha una durata complessiva di circa 6-7h da quando ti prelevano in albergo. tutto il team compresa la guida, era molto gentile. Come prima tappa ti fanno fare un giro a cammello, ma breve, di 5 min. Dopodiché inizia il bello, Il percorso nel deserto in jeep è stato memorabile perché avevamo un autista spericolato, abbiamo cavalcato le dune a tutta velocità e siamo morti dalle risate. Giunti al villaggio, siamo stati accolti dai beduini che vivono lì, carinissimi. la cena e il tramonto top, mentre fa buio il clima diventa davvero suggestivo, e la spiegazione di astronomia al calare del buio, molto dettagliata. Prezzo davvero basso, Lo riferai sicuramente
Carmen_L · Apr 2024 · via Viator
