THE COOLEST TOWN in EGYPT 🇪🇬 Siwa Oasis Travel Guide

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Siwa Oasis, Egypt - The urban oasis of Siwa is one of Egypt’s most isolated settlements with a population of about 33,000 people, mostly made of Berbers; an ethnic group indigenous to North Africa, and being so remote, they’ve developed their own unique desert culture.
Almost Every Egyptian friend we spoke with since the beginning of our trip in Cairo told us we should go east towards Sharm El Sheik and Dahab first, instead of Siwa Oasis. They said the mountains are beautiful and the Red Sea beach resorts are pristine and relaxing… but instead, we chose to go West. a grueling 9-hour journey towards the Libyan border all because I saw a photo of place that looked so unique to anything I’d ever experienced.
The ancient Citadel of Shali, rising up through the heart of modern downtown Siwa, tucked away in Egypt’s Western Desert. It looked so different and foreign in photographs and now walking up through here in person proved that unwavering urge to be true.
This fortified city was built by Berber populations in the 13th century to protect inhabitants from wandering tribes.
The Siwa Shali is a Labyrinth of huddled buildings that once rose four or five stories high and housed hundreds of people, and the entire compound is made of mud from clay, salt and rock that acts as a natural insulator from the scorching summer months.
In 1926 however, a three-day torrential rain storm caused more damage than any invader had managed in hundreds of years, and people have since moved out to more modern homes with running water and electricity.
But what remains, is one of the coolest ruins I’ve ever seen.
Along with the incredible Egyptian Food, one of the most popular attractions in Siwa Oasis are the salt pools outside of downtown Siwa.
You see, years ago people realized that there’s a lot of money to be made in the salt trade here in Siwa, and inevitably mines were created to extract the natural resource from the massive dried up salt lakes just outside town.
As diggers dug, the holes would naturally fill with freshwater from underground springs, and the crazy aqua green and turquoise colored pools that would form as a result, are what we came to see first-hand.
As if an isolated community, wildly interesting ruins, and multi-colored therapeutic salt pools weren’t enough, oh yeah, Siwa is also the perfect gateway into the Western Sahara Desert.
We finish this picture perfect trip to Siwa, as per usual, with a meal and a new perspective.
It was easy getting here, but the juice was most definitely worth the squeeze.
I hope you enjoyed this Egypt Travel Vlog from Siwa Oasis, Egypt as much as we did making it! ❤️ If so, please hit that "👍" button, and leave a comment!
See ya next week!
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[@GarethLeonard]

Thank you all so much for watching (and commenting)! ❤ Big shout out to Salim (IG: @eslamabdraabo) for the incredible drone shots, and Tyler (IG: @Tylermcave) for the beautiful camera work! Tune in next week as we take the overnight sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan! 🚂 #TravelDeeper

[@ahmedaly7532]

Welcome to Egypt 🇪🇬

[@user-of2pe1fg6j]

Team REVO

[@HAIDYJUNIOR]

Go to Sharm El Sheikh or Dahab

[@reldawhiteweagant4990]

Is this a place where western woman can participate without wearing a burka (??sp).

[@isaac-kp2vl]

You have to come see Algeria one day . Im sure u will love it

[@yussefalsiwe4615]

My homeland, Siwa, is the most beautiful oasis in the world. I wish everyone would visit it

[@HAIDYJUNIOR]

هي سيوي دي فين ؟

[@alaa_lola]

@@HAIDYJUNIOR فى الصحراء الغربية فى مصر اسمها واحة سيوة وبيعيش فيها امازيغ مصر

[@aishamohamed315]

@@HAIDYJUNIOR هي سيوه 350 km من مرسي مطروح هي من اجمل الواحات في العالم حضرتك تشرفيني

[@mazharmoideen8429]

hi bro salam . i am planning to visit siwa this week . is the road from Alexandria open ? I will be renting a car from Cairo . do you have an any suggestions ? thank you

[@brandonmoore2237]

"Don't tell the people the reality!" 😂😂 What a gorgeous city. I'd never heard of Siwa before you posted about it on Instagram. It's now high on my list of places to visit whenever I finally make it to Egypt!

[@ahmedh.mostafa5960]

Oasis in the western desert of Egypt 305 km from Marsa Matrouh (maldive of egypt) popular for it's nature and beautiful views

[@HAIDYJUNIOR]

😂

[@SpeakLikeAnEgyptian]

Siwa is one of the most relaxation cities in Egypt :)

[@JSGaming0327]

I’ve wanted to go to Egypt since 2017 because of AC Origins and Siwa is the main town in that game!! It’s so beautiful and I want to visit so bad! One of my best friends lives in Cairo and I want to meet her.

[@Muravjov83]

Egypt can surprise you even when you've been there 100 times. Thank you!

[@aishamohamed315]

you r welcome, I ‘m an egyptian Doctor

[@WhereDoWeTravelNow]

I didn't expect this to be such a treat. It goes without saying that I added Siwa to my travel list. This is the ultimate adventure, guys! Loved every moment of it!

[@dbinmoscow1]

No! Now Because of people like you it's not genuine and simple at all! Go home

[@junelagomez8410]

What a historical beautiful view Egypt🥰👍🏼🇵🇭

[@EgyptAdventuresTravel]

Thanks for showing *all* of Siwa, Gareth! A lot of folks reach out to me about Siwa with unrealistic expectations (both in what to expect there and in no realizing how far away it is from Cairo) because all they see are airbrushed Instagram posts, but your video really does Siwa justice. Glad you got to experience such an amazing part of Egypt!

[@HAIDYJUNIOR]

What do you mean by expectations, every part in Egypt is beautiful and charming And the pictures on Instagram, most of them are from Sharm El-Sheikh, Dahab and Hurghada

[@raghdaghonaim3068]

Really glad you're having a good time in Egypt ♥️ Dahab is awesome as well, I hope you're planning to visit it soon 🌊🌞

[@aa77655]

انت يوين

[@ChrisJones-yd9zd]

Great video Gareth! Watching this one with my two kids and they’re loving it too! Now they want to go to Egypt! We’re looking forward to seeing the rest of your Egypt trip!

[@user-vz7kr7zw1g]

Welcome to egypt 🇾🇪 you will enjoy a lot

[@HAIDYJUNIOR]

May God protect your children and visit Egypt soon and I hope you enjoy

[@mostafagbril5226]

🌻🌴❤

[@mahmoud-xe7bh]

Welcome to Egypt

[@yusfusa5049]

Jamal Siwa is those people who make you feel that you are not a tourist, but you are one of them. Greetings to you from Cairo ..' 🌺😇

[@lupitamillan5370]

I love Egypt 😍!!!!!

[@medo7dfjruc]

You are welcome any time 😊

[@aishamohamed315]

u r welcome, I am Egyptian Doctor

[@aa77655]

@@aishamohamed315 دكتوره ايش

[@aishamohamed315]

OBS&Gynecology

[@aa77655]

@@aishamohamed315 اكتبي بالعربي

[@theoldman4834]

*SIWA WAS A HOLY CITY FOR PHAROAS , AND EVEN THE ALEXANDER THE GREAT WAS CROWNED A GOD OF EGYPT THERE IN THE CITY THE SALT LAKES CONSIDERED VERY GOOD FOR HEALING PURPOSES , AND THE VIEW OF THE SUNSET THERE IS ONE OF A KIND*

[@soulsirius]

Do you really believe these tales? This Alexander reached entire world and came back in just 10 years. What a holywood like story😂 The guy never existed and the official history invented in last 2-3 centuries

[@matimus100]

What's with the capital letters we all noticed!

[@just_dec]

​@@soulsiriussorry are you saying Alexander the Great didn't exist? 😅

[@abrhlm8478]

Beautiful city man. I am Egyptian and I've never been to that part of the country. It is really nice to see it through your channel.

[@ekim3912]

And I am also from Egypt and I will not go to these places

[@HAIDYJUNIOR]

+1

[@MarWanshNomad]

I like this historical town 🤩🇪🇬 good job with the video Egypt has a lot to offer 🤩👏🗺️

[@aaaamm8320]

♥♥♥♥

[@ekim3912]

I agree with you 🤍🤍

[@louisesemrani6860]

Wow those sunrise and sunset skies are worth it all what a beautiful place🐨🦘❤️❤️🦘🐨

[@abdelazezelsayed7476]

Hope you enjoyed your time at my beloved country Egypt. Egypt has many wonderful places you can go with Cairo and Siwa. If you like historical places and want to see third of world's monuments you should go to Luxor and Aswan, you will see templates and ancient monuments that you will never see in any other place, and if you want to enjoy beach and sea of course you should go to Sharm Elshiekh and Hurghada and take a diving tour where you will see spectacular coral reefs and colorful fish. And finally you should visit Alexandria, a living city like Cairo but with its amazing coastal vibes and enjoy our special food here at my city. Welcome to Egypt ♥️🇪🇬

[@stellamarina4123]

Easy to get there by bus from Alexander. A wonderful memory of my two month trip traveling around Egypt a decade ago. The most treasured memory is the sound of the donkey carts going past the window of my room and sitting out on the central plaza having dinner at sunset time.

[@marioadel2566]

We look forward to seeing you again. Here are a lot of new things

[@aa77655]

😱

[@EgyptianEagle334]

Finally a youtuber showing the try beauty of egypt

[@SpeakLikeAnEgyptian]

We appreciate films that illustrate how lovely Egypt is and how kind the Egyptians are.

[@mohammedmostafa3565]

U r so adventurous with these amazing places,I am Egyptian but never knew this place ...

[@MaikSpike]

Assassin’s creed brought me here.

[@SightofMights]

This is actually hilarious

[@SightofMights]

Def needs more likes

[@JackieMui]

Dude, I would probably be saying this to myself, this is a dream. Unreal and underrated desert beauty. Also, the LA housewives comments was hilarious!

[@TylerWoodisawesome]

went there in 1999, will never forget it - magical place

[@Amadeus_2061]

Absolutely LOVED this video. The sunrise made me cry. I can only imagine what it felt like in real life.

[@nelgameel4279]

Thank you for being fair. I just started following your videos. Well, you are one of the few travel vloggers that provide such a beautiful content. Your sheer appreciation, enjoyment, recognition of beauty around you, and postivity makes the videos 1000× more enjoyable. Welcome to Egypt. We hope to see you again 🤍

[@MohamedAli-mq1nx]

11:30 , a wonderful view 🌅. Egypt 🇪🇬 ♥️

[@hanykady]

Speaking as an Egyptian, and a Siwa Lover, this is one of the best vlogs i have ever seen for siwa in terms of picture quality

[@asmasalah993]

The quality of your videos is on another level 👌🏻 glad you had a nice time here, can't wait to see what else you got in store for us ❤

[@tkkjee]

spent 3 weeks in Siwa this winter - it's really amazing! don't go there for 2 days - it's stupid, you need spend there at least one week 👽

[@salmaahmed7789]

I'm looking forward to enjoying the rest of the tour, welcome to Egypt ♥🇪🇬👍👍

[@GarethLeonard]

Thank you very much! 🙏

[@umMujahid100]

Gareth, you really travel deep. Good work man, thanks for showing the unique Siwa to your fans.

[@nashwasherif4628]

So glad you’ve been enjoying Egypt! Love your videos and your enthusiasm ! Thank you for showing the true beauty of my country! 💙

[@ranamuhammad222]

I am egyptian .. welcome to Egypt anytime 🥰🥰🥰

[@MyScooter57]

You chose the non touristy place and it payed off! Another great one!👍

[@hossamebrahim8382]

Welcome to Egypt 🇪🇬🇪🇬🇪🇬❤️

[@husseinjaber8254]

The desert does not grow grass, but it grows values ​​and morals Welcome to the desert of Egypt 💙

[@GarethLeonard]

I like that! 🙌 Thank you.

[@AhmedHassan-qi4gj]

Thank you Gareth, Egypt, my country, has a surprise in every corner. Great work.

[@jcarbiero]

This is one of my favorite videos detailing the surreal accommodation, salt pools, and the crazy drive in the desert! 👏👏👏

[@sherifnour183]

people have been living in this tiny oasis in the middle of nowhere since the Ancient Egyptians. what a beautiful place.

[@unveilingnaava]

You're just adding so much amazement and beauty to my Wanderlust list. Enjoyed as always. I also love the bonus features/highlights your adding to your videos! ;)

[@cenner]

Wow! What an amazing video! The location, the cinematography, scenery, people, everything...came together so perfectly...just wow! Had to watch it twice!

[@sohahassan7299]

Shokran for inspiring us to visit Siwa!! Love the sunsets, sunrises, the astonishing water, desert and most definitely the food ❤ Feeling super excited for breakfast as im watching this while fasting 🤤

[@aa77655]

جعتيههههه

[@goingavgeek]

Simply beautiful town of Siwa... And another great adventure as well. The sunset and sunrise shots were amazing!

[@jameshaddan8538]

OMG - what a spectacular place. Well done all!

[@shinhana288]

I'm an Egyptian and i visit siwa ones i went there in winter because in summer weather is very very hot , the trip was amazing and we stayed in hotel in the middle of the water just like in the vedio , the driving ( Safari) in the dessert climbing the mountains was awesome , i hope many people to have the chance to see it , they will love it . And don't forget to try charcoal tea it have a special taste . enjoy your time.☺️♥️

[@muhammedkhaled8128]

Would you please give me any details regarding a trip to Siwa in a place like the one you have stayed in? Was it through an organizer or by yourself?

[@Waelfaragfarag-qy3of]

احلي شى صوت الاذان بكل مكان ..الحمد لله والشكر لله

[@jihanmakram4688]

Another great video! I’m glad U enjoyed that gorgeous gem in the Siwa desert. I’m planning a trip to Egypt soon & will try my best to visit it. And again you show such humility & gentle spirit even when u see sub standard places that are not so great. Not one bad comment. Remarkable! God bless!

[@samehhattory4122]

You opend our eyes to the unseen uniqueness of our beloved home An Egyptian pass from here

[@GabrieLight]

From the western sahara, relaxing in beautiful Siwa oasis you should jump to eastern sahara to Sinai where Saint Catherine and Jabal Mousa for a spiritual moments, you wouldn't regret it. The quality of your shooting is great, editing is amazing, keep up the excellent work. 👍 Gareth, thank you for posting such videos, and you're always welcome in your second home Egypt! 🇪🇬💛🌱

[@TheJsam808]

I love the wonder in your eyes when you see a new location - I know exactly how you feel. Also appreciate the honesty ☺️

[@aa77655]

🤪

[@aa77655]

Where are you from

[@vickiegger2126]

I did the usual Egypt tour in '99 but boy o boy I wish this had been on that tour! breathtaking! thank you for using some Arabic too! It is always nice when travelers try to use a few words in the local language.

[@user-wj3rb2vp8b]

Thank you sharing that experience! Enjoyed every minute. @6:16, amazing how quiet. I need accommodations like that right now.

[@yusufelbadry]

I am happy you enjoyed your journey to Siwa, thanks for the video.

[@dreamer6737]

Now I realize how much I have missed this channel 👍🏻❤️

[@SH3LB3L]

Wow this is just an amazing place, thank you! One day we will get there.

[@Hassan..eldeeb.7]

welcome u 😘 anytime

[@ayamiyahara6392]

This is the real adventure!!!

[@Blahlalovely]

That sunrise! 😍 Those salt pools! 😍 The Sahara! 😍 You are blessed and grateful, and life opens up to you. 🙏🏼

[@matimus100]

Superstitious graffiti is totally unnecessary and un-educational

[@Blahlalovely]

@@matimus100 Huh?

[@mslatif3378]

OMG the sunrise scene was beautiful. 😍 Your joy shows in your face. The desert scenes were outstanding 😍

[@mohamedabdelslam4728]

8:55 the sound of peace 🤍

[@MariaMarquez-ok4hf]

Beautiful skies. What an amazing experience! Great filming. Really enjoyed your video! 😊💕

[@aa77655]

Where are you from

[@irenerobertson8502]

Wow 🤩 so beautiful I could cry 😢 those sunsets and sunrise 😍❤️

[@neensjtdmv2249]

Wow, what an unbelievable journey you had there, Gareth, amazing!!! Thanks for sharing! Keep safe always!!.👌👍🙏🥰😊

[@matimus100]

Superstitious graffiti is so easy these days

[@user-op4qy1xl5e]

Egypt my lovely country❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ I just came from siwa it's the besttttt

[@zoemike8394]

Thank you so much for showing me an evocative place in Egypt that I had never seen😊

[@aa77655]

😱😱 where are you from

[@zoemike8394]

@@aa77655 Why?

[@zoemike8394]

@@aa77655 I feel like a creature that comes from the sea! And you?

[@egyptiansoldier6535]

literally best Egypt videos

[@claraloves3853]

From what i’ve seen i think you will absolutely love dahab. It’s a simple quite town and it’s incredibly beautiful and the people are so kind. Been there twice and it’s such a beautiful breath of fresh air from cairo where i live. Also hurghada and sharm el sheikh are great but it will feel like you’re in europe because they’re filled with tourists and not actual citizens.

[@sarahken312]

Siwa is one of the best places in Egypt! Such a paradise!

[@aa77655]

👍

[@almafox6456]

Thank you for sharing this amazing experience. I was in Egypt from March 21st - April 3rd and I wish I could have gone to Siwa. A reason to go back :-D

[@emanhesham2836]

Iam so proud of my country 🥺♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ thank you for seeing this through your eyes♥️

[@ashtroarth405]

Great to see you back on the grind! Loving your videos :D

[@wilco4302]

Thanks for making me so happy with your videos here . Really enjoy it got bit emotional myself when I saw you near the temples in gizah because you were so happy that you could travel again. Take care warm greetings from The Netherlands

[@laurabelsajulga4476]

There are really amazing places with amazing people everywhere!

[@Camquarters]

wow that sunrise. your videos seem to be hitting this new emotional level lately.

[@John-vh3ig]

Been to Cairo 2012 and had an amazing sights of a lifetime. Great video !

[@djehuti5571]

You literally visited egypt at its worst days, it's now much better than in 2011 and 2012

[@WildRoverChannel]

One of the best videos ever of Egypt.

[@carolthiessen6072]

This was by far my favorite video. The salt mine still has me giggling. What a wonderful life you have and I know you appreciate it. And what a great way to spend a day shutting down and watching your travel videos. Thank you Gareth. Continue on buddy we are watching.

[@mjmason2923]

Nice journey. Beautiful secluded places. 🌷💐❣️

[@billyd647]

Wow! Amazing adventure continues 😎

[@eslamzidan6476]

At 11:30 the shoot looks like movie.. The sky amazing and the colours unbelievable ❤❤ Keep going man waiting you in DUBAI

[@ahmedzaki9434]

I miss Egypt so much. I live in USA but my heart never left Egypt

[@peachberryblue295]

looks like you know how to enjoy your time wherever you go 💜

[@aallam2026]

Outstanding adventure 😍😍😍😍

[@Roche687]

Wow 👏 glad you guys went to Siwa instead what a treat 😎👍🙏

[@pr1nt692]

Another amazing video

[@kennykimo5907]

I’m Egyptian and first time to See this town looks amazing

[@joshweinstein5345]

Wow. Mindblowingly amazing place and just a great video. Thanks for this.👍👍👍

[@REAgentDennis]

Awesome as usual. Gotta say though, the outtakes are becoming my favorite parts. Can’t wait for what’s next 👍🏼

[@Lart-et1og]

Wonderful shots, I've seen different vlogs of Siwa but this is one of the best.

[@ahmednassar1267]

The best video quality ihave ever seen . U showed siwa as its heaven

[@b.r1647]

Siwa is so natural and beautiful Loved the video .. thank you

[@dinaali6162]

so Amazing vlog 🇪🇬❤️👌well done

[@moustafaeas3811]

Really enjoyed watching the video 🙂 Am Egyptian. But, never been there 😃 It’s a breathtaking watching such stunning views ☀️

[@marybunker8635]

Wow, so awesome Gareth! What a unique experience. 🐫

[@Diana-lo6cx]

Nice! Thank You for this video! Just watching it but glad to see a new one!

[@youssefnasr4134]

Amazing content as usual, hope you have a great time Gareth !!!

[@_girlinspace_9736]

The Sahara ride looked like so much fun and adrenaline 😍

[@nadaj3500]

I’m so glad I found your channel. Love the video. I’m heading to Egypt this week and so excited.

[@TwillzMusic8]

I love your energy throughout the whole video. This is what life is about..enjoying it and exploring other cultures...aaaaannndd...being positive. Love this. I´d love to go back to Egypt.....such a beautiful place filled with wonderful people.

[@friks2011]

Amazing experience! Im going to Egypt on June 21 for 22 days! I will remember all the tips that you giving! Thank so much.

[@somphonesouk2429]

Just amazing your adventure and you had so much fun ! Shall live vicariously through you for now !