2-Day Fayoum Oasis Adventure from Cairo with Desert Camp Stay

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Wadi El Rayan waterfalls and enjoy a felucca ride on the lake
• 02 Discover ancient whale fossils at Wadi El Hitan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• 03 Experience thrilling sandboarding and an overnight stay at a Bedouin desert camp
• 04 Visit Tunis Village for pottery workshops and local culture

Explore Egypt's Fayoum Oasis on this 2-day private tour from Cairo. Visit Wadi El Rayan waterfalls and enjoy a serene felucca ride on the lake, then discover Wadi El Hitan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient whale fossils. Capture stunning photos at Magic Lake, experience thrilling sandboarding on the desert dunes, and enjoy Bedouin tea under the stars at a desert camp. The journey also includes a visit to the artistic Tunis Village before returning to Cairo, with private transport, overnight camping, and a guided adventure throughout.

Experience thrilling sandboarding on the nearby golden dunes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cairo, Faiyum, Giza, Wadi El Hitan, Wadi El Rayan

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Cairo to Fayoum Oasis, Wadi El Rayan and Desert Camp

• Pick up from your hotel in Cairo by a private air-conditioned vehicle with police travel permit.
• Drive approximately 2 hours to Fayoum Oasis, Egypt's oldest and most beautiful natural oasis.
• Visit Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, Egypt's only natural waterfalls.
• Enjoy a relaxing felucca (sailing boat) ride on Wadi El Rayan Lake.
• Explore Wadi El Hitan (Whale Valley), a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient whale fossils.
• Drive to Magic Lake for photo stops and enjoy breathtaking desert views.
• Check in at a Bedouin-style desert camp.
• Experience thrilling sandboarding on the nearby golden dunes.
• Enjoy traditional Bedouin tea and watch the sunset.
• Dinner and overnight stay at the desert camp under the stars.

2

Day 02

Desert Camp, Tunis Village and Return to Cairo

• Early breakfast at the desert camp.
• Visit Tunis Village, famous for pottery workshops and traditional art.
• Free time to explore the village or shop for local crafts.
• Return to Cairo by private air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle.
• Drop off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle from/to Cairo
• Professional English-speaking tour guide
• Police travel permit (security clearance)
• Felucca ride at Wadi El Rayan
• Sandboarding experience
• 1-night accommodation at desert camp
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Bottled water and Bedouin tea
• All taxes and service charges

What's Not Included

• Entrance tickets to Wadi El Rayan and Wadi El Hitan protected areas
• Personal expenses and extra drinks
• Tips

What to bring

• Comfortable clothes, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
• Walking shoes or sneakers for the desert and sandboarding
• Scarf or shawl for wind or sun protection
• Personal water bottle
• Camera or phone
• Power bank
• Light jacket for cooler desert evenings

Know before you go

• Pickup from your hotel in Cairo Downtown or Giza Area.
• Pickup from other locations is available for an extra charge.
• Private tour.
• The itinerary can be customised by adding or removing tours to suit your preferences.
• Tailored tour packages are available for groups larger than 16 participants.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your hotel in Cairo Downtown or Giza Area

Tour start

Faiyum Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.