Cairo. Fayum Oasis 4*4 Desert Safari, Sand Surf ,Waterfall Tour

5.0 (15 reviews) Cairo, Egypt
Duration6h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Your private, air-conditioned vehicle arrives at your hotel at 7:00 AM. Your guide introduces themselves, confirms the day's plan, and you're on the road within minutes. The drive from central Cairo to the Fayoum region takes approximately 90 minutes on the highway. Your guide is happy to answer questions, give background on the region, or simply let you enjoy the changing landscape as the city gives way to open desert.

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Cairo. Fayum Oasis 4*4 Desert Safari, Sand Surf ,Waterfall Tour

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Pickup included

What's included

  • Dune bashing experience in the open desert
  • All fees and taxes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Cairo and Giza)
  • Professional English-speaking guide throughout the full day
  • Sandboarding equipment and instruction
  • Private 4×4 desert vehicle for all off-road sections
  • Entry to Wadi El Rayan Protected Area
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for all road transfers (Cairo–Fayoum–Cairo)
  • Bottled water throughout the day
  • Gratuities for your guide and driver (appreciated but never obligatory)

What to expect

  1. Wadi El-Rayan
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Your first major stop is Wadi El Rayan Protected Area, home to something most people don't expect to find in the middle of the Egyptian desert: waterfalls. These are the largest waterfalls in Egypt five cascades in close proximity, fed by agricultural drainage that has filled a series of interconnected desert lakes over the past century. The contrast of rushing water against the surrounding dunes is genuinely striking, and the photo opportunities here are unlike anything else in the country.
  2. 3h
    Your adventure begins at Lake Qaroun, a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking Egypt's largest and one of the world's oldest natural lakes, where your guide will share fascinating historical and geological insights. From there, brace yourself for a thrilling 4x4 Desert Safari & Dune Bashing session lasting 60 to 75 minutes. You'll navigate steep dunes and shifting valleys with an expert driver, taking in panoramic desert vistas along the way. Next up is Sandboarding for 30 to 45 minutes a fun, beginner-friendly ride down selected slopes while your guide snaps all the photos. Finally, you'll unwind for 30 minutes at The Magic Lake, a hidden, mineral-rich oasis nestled within the dunes, offering the perfect spot to cool down, relax, and capture beautiful desert memories.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will meet tourist with a sign at the hotel or the address of the tourist and after
the tour we drop the tourist at the Same Place

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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