Banana Island Nile Boat Trip with Fresh Bananas & Mint Tea

2 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered

Escape the bustle of the city and temple crowds with a relaxing private excursion along the Nile to Luxor's famous Banana Island Sara (Gezira el-Moz).
Your experience begins with a seamless pickup from your hotel or Nile cruise ship in Luxor, transferring directly to the riverbank. Board your private boat and enjoy the cool river breeze and scenic countryside views as you sail south along the Nile.
Upon arriving at the island, take an easy, guided stroll through shaded plantations filled with banana trees, date palms, citrus, and local crops. Discover authentic rural Nile life, observe the resident farm animals, and unwind at the open-air riverside cafe. While taking in the peaceful water views, enjoy a complimentary plate of sweet, freshly harvested island bananas served alongside authentic hot Egyptian mint tea.
After your island visit, re-board the boat for a calm, scenic cruise back to Luxor, concluding with a comfortable transfer directly to your accommodation.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Freshly harvested sweet island bananas served at the riverside cafe.
Round-trip private Nile boat cruise
Traditional hot Egyptian mint tea
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Hotel pickup and drop-off is available from all centrally located hotels, private accommodations, and Nile cruise ships in Luxor (East and West Bank). Please be ready in the lobby or reception 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Luxor

    Enjoy a pickup from your hotel or cruise ship in Luxor and transfer to your boat. Relax on the water as you cruise along the scenic Nile River toward Banana Island.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Banana Island (Gezira el-Mozh)

    Step ashore on Banana Island (Gezira el-Moz) to explore lush fruit plantations, date palms, and shaded agricultural paths. Take a relaxing walk to see local farm life, then sit back at the open-air riverside cafe to enjoy a plate of fresh island bananas and authentic hot Egyptian mint tea while taking in the peaceful Nile views.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Luxor

    Board the boat for a relaxing cruise back along the Nile to the dock, followed by a comfortable transfer back to your Luxor hotel or Nile cruise ship.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Luxor Best Tours

Tags

Day Cruises
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Water Tours
Car Tours
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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