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Fayoum Oasis Safari 4×4 Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the whales
Fayoum Oasis Safari 4×4 Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the whales
Fayoum Oasis Safari 4×4 Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the whales
Fayoum Oasis Safari 4×4 Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the whales
Fayoum Oasis Safari 4×4 Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the whales

Fayoum Oasis Safari 4×4 Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the whales

By Mego Egypt Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is S$232 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

A Fayoum tour is unique because it offers a rare combination of nature, history, adventure, and local culture, all within a short drive from Cairo. Here’s what sets it apart:

  1. Diverse Landscapes in One Region
    Desert dunes, lakes, waterfalls, and mountains exist side by side.
    Home to Egypt’s only waterfalls and the color-shifting Magic Lake.
  2. World-Class Fossil Site
    Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing ancient whale fossils and the storey of evolution.
  3. Adventure Activities
    Opportunities for sandboarding, hiking, camping, and 4x4 desert safaris.
    Qarun Lake, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world.
  4. Authentic Local Experience
    Visit traditional villages, experience pottery-making in Tunis Village, and enjoy local food and crafts.
    Less commercialized than other tourist destinations—more peaceful and authentic.
  5. Rich History
    Contains ancient Egyptian ruins,
    Historically an important agricultural and religious centre

Activity location

  • Fayoum Oasis
    • Al Fayyum, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Fayoum Oasis
    • Al Fayyum, Egypt

Check availability

All-inclusive Tour
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

All-inclusive : Without
Entry Fees
Pickup included

Price details
S$231.66 x 1 AdultS$231.66
Total
Price is S$231.66
Until Thu, 19 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSand boarding
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate Guide ( Egyptologist )
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedSafari 4 × 4 Car
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny optional
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTipping ( not obligatory )
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntry Fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded15 USD Supplement transfer from Airport hotels , Nasr City ,New Cairo & 6 of October city
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded25USD Supplement transfer from New Adminstration Capital Capital

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Fayoum Oasis
  • 3h
Why is Fayoum Special? Mix of desert and fertile lands — agriculture thrives here. Historical significance — layers of Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, and Islamic history. Natural beauty — lakes, waterfalls, and stunning fossil beds. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Home to hundreds of fossils of ancient whales, showing evolution from land-based to sea-based mammals
Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
By safari car 4×4 you will go to The Valley of the Whales (known in Arabic as Wadi Al-Hitan) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Egypt’s Western Desert, about 150 km southwest of Cairo and near the Fayoum Oasis. It is one of the most significant fossil sites in the world for understanding the evolution of whales. Significance: Home to fossil remains of the earliest, now extinct, suborder of whales – the Archaeoceti. These fossils show the transition of whales from land-based to marine life. What to See: Fossil skeletons of Basilosaurus and Dorudon (ancient whale species) Fossils of prehistoric sea creatures, such as sharks and rays A small museum (Wadi Al-Hitan Fossil and Climate Change Museum) with displays about whale evolution and the ancient environment Natural desert landscapes, sand dunes, and rare plant and animal life
Magic lake camp
  • 30m
Why It’s Called the “Magic Lake” The lake's name stems from its remarkable ability to change colours multiple times a day. This phenomenon is attributed to varying sunlight angles, mineral content, and seasonal factors, creating a mesmerising spectacle that enhances its mystical allure .
Wadi El-Rayan
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
The Waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan are Egypt’s only natural waterfalls, located within the Wadi El Rayan Protected Area in the Fayoum Governorate, about 150 km southwest of Cairo. --- Key Facts: Formation: The waterfalls are man-made in origin but formed naturally over time as a result of connecting two lakes (Upper and Lower Wadi El Rayan Lakes) to manage excess agricultural drainage water from the Fayoum Depression. Height: The waterfalls are not tall but create a beautiful cascade effect, especially during high water flow seasons. Environment: Surrounded by desert dunes, cliffs, and limestone formations, the waterfalls offer a rare blend of water and desert landscapes.
Qarun Lake
  • 5m
Qarun Lake, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world.
Jabal El Medawara
  • 30m
Medawara Mountain, also known as Jabal El Medawara, is a striking rock formation situated within the Wadi El Rayan Protected Area in Egypt's Faiyum Governorate. this natural landmark offers panoramic views of the surrounding desert and lakes, making it a favoured spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
Cairo Governorate
  • 2h
After the lunch you will go back to Cairo

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESFayoum Oasis
    • Al Fayyum, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEFayoum Oasis
    • Al Fayyum, Egypt

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