The Stargazer Guide: Finding Dark Sky Reserves in Arabia & Egypt

Uncover the best desert spots free from light pollution to witness meteor showers, constellations, and the Milky Way.

Key Expedition Takeaways

Bortle Class 1-2 skies offer clear views of the Milky Way core.
Use red headlamps to preserve natural night vision.
The Perseid Meteor Shower peaks annually in mid-August.

King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve, Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)

Located away from urban glare, the 365 Camp within the royal reserve provides zero light pollution. Equipped with computer-guided Meade telescopes, visitors can observe Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons, and deep space nebulae.

Egypt White Desert Mushroom Chalk Reserve

Camping overnight among snow-white mushroom chalk rocks in the Egyptian Western Desert feels like stepping onto another planet. Under crystal clear midnight skies, the Milky Way arcs dramatically above chalk towers.

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Written By

Fahad Al-Qasimi

Astronomical Expedition Specialist

Fahad leads telescope observation camps in dark sky reserves across Saudi Arabia and the Western Desert in Egypt.

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