10-Hour Desert Safari from Cairo to Wadi El Rayan with BBQ Lunch

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Witness the dramatic Wadi El Rayan waterfalls amid the desert landscape
• 02 Capture breathtaking views and memorable photos at the Mudawara Mountains
• 03 Feel the thrill of dune bashing across golden sand dunes in a 4x4
• 04 Glide down the soft desert sands during an exciting sandboarding session
• 05 Enjoy a captivating camel ride through the picturesque desert terrain
• 06 Savor a delicious BBQ lunch at a vibrant Bedouin desert camp

Embark on a 10-hour desert adventure from Cairo/Giza to Wadi El Rayan, where dramatic waterfalls and the breathtaking Mudawara Mountains create a striking contrast against the desert landscape. Feel the thrill of dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle, glide over the golden sands on a sandboard, and enjoy a captivating camel ride through the picturesque terrain. The experience is rounded off with a delicious BBQ lunch at a Bedouin desert camp before your comfortable return to Cairo/Giza.

Upon arrival, be captivated by the dramatic Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, whose powerful cascades contrast vividly with the arid landscape.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cairo, Giza, Wadi El Rayan

Languages Arabic, English, Italian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Wadi El Rayan Desert Safari with Dune Bashing and Camel Ride

• Start with a convenient pickup between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM from your designated Cairo/Giza location. Board a comfortable air-conditioned car for a relaxed 100-minute journey to the heart of the desert.
• Upon arrival, be captivated by the dramatic Wadi El Rayan waterfalls, whose powerful cascades contrast vividly with the arid landscape. Keep your eyes peeled for desert wildlife such as slender-horned gazelles.
• Capture memorable photographs of the breathtaking Mudawara Mountains, adding a touch of grandeur to your desert adventure.
• Buckle up for an exhilarating ride in a 4x4 vehicle as you traverse the golden sand dunes and experience the thrilling sport of dune bashing.
• Unleash your inner sand surfer by strapping on a sandboard and gliding down the soft, sparkling sand at a thrilling pace.
• Channel your inner desert explorer with a captivating camel ride through the picturesque terrain. Finally, relax and savor a delicious BBQ lunch amid the vibrant atmosphere of a Bedouin desert camp.
• After a fulfilling day exploring the desert, enjoy a comfortable journey back to your hotel or chosen location in Cairo/Giza.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle
• Bottled water
• Sandboarding session
• Camel ride
• Photo stop at Mudawara Mountains
• Photo stop at Wadi Al Rayan waterfall
• BBQ lunch at a desert camp

What's Not Included

• Entry fees to Wadi El Rayan National Park
• Gratuities (optional)

What to bring

• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

• Dune bashing and sandboarding activities may be cancelled in the case of bad weather conditions.
• Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
• The dune bashing portion of the activity is not suitable for toddlers, pregnant women, and people with back and heart problems.
• It is not recommended to carry jewellery, expensive watches, or cell phones.
• The long-range pickup service from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, New Cairo, or on October 6th is available to book in the checkout process as an add-on.
• Please do not eat right before the dune bashing activity.
• It is recommended to have international travel insurance for activities prone to risk, as severe injuries are covered only by your insurance company.
• The Wadi El Rayan National Park entrance fee of USD 5 must be paid directly on-site in USD.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Cairo, Egypt

Tour start

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.