The Lodge is conveniently located, enabling easy access and discovery of the surrounding areas. Fantastic and unspoiled nature, authentic villages, lush vegetation and some spectacular archeological sites from the Pharaonic, Roman, Christian and Islamic time can easily be reached. The Sahara with the wonderful sand dunes awaits you :     Here are some examples:   In the village Old Mosque, dating from the Ayyubi time Ancient olive press and wheat mill Museum Traditional pottery and smithy Halfday to Daytours Kharga: Hibistempel (Pharaonic) Kharga: Bagawat (Christian) Villages of Balaat and Bashandi Rock inscriptions Qila al-Dabba Closeby (within 10 km) Deir al-Hagar (Roman temple) Local village of Qalamun Amheida (Roman Temple) Warmwater wells for swimming Yardangs (mud pans) and sand dunes Mountains at the back of the hotel Excursions of several days White Desert and Crystal mountains Great Sandsea and Gilf Kebir Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel We will gladly help you to organise your tours: Bicycles for rent  Guided hikes  Excursions to the desert by 4x4 vehicles Camel trips