What sets this experience apart is the combination of a private traditional felucca sailing and a genuine local visit to Banana Island. Travelers can enjoy the Nile at a relaxed pace, discover local nature and wildlife, see ostriches, gazelles, and crocodiles, and taste seasonal fresh fruits when available. With traditional Egyptian tea, beautiful West Bank views, and the option to enjoy sunset on the Nile, this experience offers more than a boat ride—it’s a relaxed and authentic way to experience everyday life along the Nile in Luxor.
Pickup is available from all hotels in Luxor.
### 1. Hotel or Nile Cruise Pickup Meet your driver at your hotel or Nile cruise and transfer comfortably to the Nile boarding point. ### 2. Private Felucca & Banana Island Sail aboard a traditional Egyptian felucca, enjoy views of Luxor’s East and West Banks, then explore Banana Island with its gardens, seasonal fruits, ostriches, gazelles, and secure crocodile viewing area. Admission is included. ### 3. Sunset on the Nile Relax aboard the felucca and enjoy the golden sunset over Luxor’s West Bank, with traditional Egyptian tea and time for memorable photos. ### 4. Return to Your Hotel After the experience, sail back to the docking point and enjoy a comfortable private transfer back to your hotel or Nile cruise. **Experience Duration: Approximately 2 hours + 20–30 minutes for pickup and drop-off.**
### General Information * This is a **private experience** exclusively for your group. * The felucca and Banana Island experience lasts approximately **2 hours**. * Allow an additional **20–30 minutes for hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off**, depending on your location. * **Banana Island admission tickets are included** in the tour price. * Seasonal fruits are available depending on the season. * Crocodiles are viewed from a safe, secure enclosed area. * The experience is subject to weather and sailing conditions. * Sunset departure times may vary depending on the season. * Comfortable clothing, sunglasses, and sun protection are recommended.
Travelers will enjoy a private 2-hour experience combining traditional felucca sailing on the Nile with a visit to Banana Island. Sail past Luxor’s East and West Banks, local villages, farmland, and traditional boats. On Banana Island, explore the gardens and natural surroundings, see ostriches, gazelles, and crocodiles in a secure viewing area, and enjoy seasonal fresh fruits when available. Relax on the Nile with traditional Egyptian tea and, for sunset bookings, watch the golden sunset over Luxor’s West Bank. Hotel or Nile cruise pickup and drop-off are included.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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