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Explore the stunning landscapes of Fayoum on this immersive day tour from Cairo. Journey to Wadi El Rayan to witness Egypt’s only true waterfalls before heading to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Wadi El Hitan, home to 40-million-year-old whale fossils. Experience dune bashing at Qusoor Al Arab and unwind with a thrilling sandboarding session at Magic Lake. Perfect for short trips, this tour provides unique insights into Egypt's ancient marine life and desert culture.
- Depart from Cairo at 7 AM in a 4x4 vehicle with a knowledgeable guide
- Visit Wadi El Rayan waterfalls and the Valley of the Whales
- Enjoy a BBQ lunch in the desert with refreshments included
- Engage in dune bashing and sandboarding at Magic Lake for an adventurous experience
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For hotel pickups, your driver will wait in the lobby beside a 4x4 Land Cruiser holding a "Dune Raider Adventure" sign showing the lead traveler's name. At the New Cairo meeting point, look for the same 4x4 and the "Dune Raider Adventure" sign/flag.
Meet on South Teseen Street in New Cairo (Fifth Settlement), in front of the Dune Raider Adventure office. Your guide will be waiting beside a 4x4 Land Cruiser, holding a "Dune Raider Adventure" sign with the lead traveler's name. Free parking is available nearby.
Itinerary
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1Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Valley of the Whales, home to 40-million-year-old fossilized skeletons of Basilosaurus, the prehistoric whale that shows how these mammals evolved from land animals. Your veteran guide walks you through the open-air fossil trail and museum, explaining the geology and paleontology of this remarkable desert landscape.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Wadi El-Rayan
Stop at the Wadi El-Rayan Protectorate, a stunning desert oasis of two connected lakes and Egypt's only waterfalls. Enjoy the scenery, spot desert wildlife, and take photos before continuing deeper into the Western Desert.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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