Escape to Fayoum: Adventure with Sandboarding, Hiking & more!
Description
This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the natural wonders of Egypt, including the only waterfalls in the country, located in the Wadi El Rayan Natural Reserve. Visitors will also have the chance to hike to the summit of El Modawara Mountain, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding oasis and landscapes. Additionally, sandboarding on towering dunes in Ras el Helal provides an exciting adventure. The tour concludes with a delicious lunch of grilled chicken, rice, potatoes, and salad, followed by Bedouin tea, as well as a scenic drive back to Cairo. Overall, this tour offers an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
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Itinerary
Once we have picked you up from your designated location, which is within the areas specified in the tour description, we will embark on a scenic drive that spans 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach Wadi El Rayan Natural Reserve in Al Fayoum City. Here, you will be able to witness the only waterfalls in Egypt, which have created a stunning landscape, and the mesmerizing Magic Lake. This location provides an excellent backdrop for capturing beautiful photographs. After this, we will proceed to our next destination.
Next, we will visit the El Modawara Mountain, where we will embark on a hiking expedition to reach the summit and enjoy breathtaking views of the oasis and other natural landscapes. This is a perfect opportunity to take memorable photographs and feel on top of the world. After this, we will proceed to Ras el Helal for sandboarding on the towering dunes. As lunchtime approaches, we will treat ourselves to a scrumptious meal of grilled chicken, rice, potatoes, and salad, followed by our famous Bedouin tea. Finally, we will return to Cairo with a scenic drive that takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will arrange for you to be picked up from your hotel, located within the areas we cover as indicated on the map. These areas include Pyramids Gardens area, Nazlet el Semman, Dokki, Tahrir Square, and Zamalek area. The pick-up time will be customized to suit your convenience based on your location and the distance from the tour starting point. Alternatively, we can confirm the pick-up time one hour prior to the tour commencement after your booking.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(3)
I wanted to disconnect from stress and get to know a new culture, and this trip was perfect. The desert calm, Bedouin hospitality and traditional food made it an incredibly relaxing and enriching experience.
Started the day with a really clean and elegant car, with so nice tour guide as I didn't expect compared to other tours I did before The ride was smooth and the fun was all the day there Exploring waterfalls in Egypt, which I didn't expect at all The food was amazing and so tasty. I would definitely do it again
Had an amazing time on this tour with Ess! He is an amazing tour guide and as a foreigner made me feel so comfortable. He went above and beyond to get some unforgettable and unique pictures. If you are looking for some pics for the gram or amazing story telling he is the tour guide for you.
