Bi'r Tawīl is the only land outside Antarctica that is officially Terra Nullius . It lies between Egypt and Sudan in a trapezoid shape and is completely uninhabited.
Sudan and Egypt have been in a wider border dispute for over 50 years around the Hala'ib Triangle, and base their claims on historical maps that show Bi'r Tawīl as belonging to the other country. Any attempt to assert sovereignty by either country over Bi'r Tawīl would actually undermine their position in the main border dispute; this 2060 km² of landlocked desert therefore remains unclaimed by any recognized nation. There have been attempts by individuals to establish a micro-nation in this area, but given the remoteness and inhospitable environment no permanent residents are to be found here.
There are several mountains and wadis in this area. As it is in the middle of a desert and far away from civilization you have a good chance of seeing more stars than in - say - downtown New York City.
Do pretty much whatever you want. There are no local laws and you are a long way from civilization .
Food should be brought in, as there is nothing to buy and hardly any edible plants in Bi'r Tawīl.
Likewise, make sure to bring plenty of water, as this is a desert.
Learn desert safety. For obvious reasons you shouldn't rely on any kind of government entity to provide you with safety or help in case of any kind of emergency.
- The countries that surround this place are Egypt and Sudan.
- To the northeast, the Hala'ib Triangle is claimed by both countries as part of the same territorial dispute. It's larger in area and has access to the sea.