Fayoum Oasis Safari 4×4 Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the whales
A Fayoum tour is unique because it offers a rare combination of nature, history, adventure, and local culture, all within a short drive from Cairo. Here’s what sets it apart:
- Diverse Landscapes in One Region Desert dunes, lakes, waterfalls, and mountains exist side by side. Home to Egypt’s only waterfalls and the color-shifting Magic Lake.
- World-Class Fossil Site Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing ancient whale fossils and the story of evolution.
- Adventure Activities Opportunities for sandboarding, hiking, camping, and 4x4 desert safaris. Qarun Lake, one of the oldest natural lakes in the world.
- Authentic Local Experience Visit traditional villages, experience pottery-making in Tunis Village, and enjoy local food and crafts. Less commercialized than other tourist destinations—more peaceful and authentic.
- Rich History Contains ancient Egyptian ruins, Historically an important agricultural and religious center
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Fayoum Oasis
Why is Fayoum Special? Mix of desert and fertile lands — agriculture thrives here. Historical significance — layers of Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, and Islamic history. Natural beauty — lakes, waterfalls, and stunning fossil beds. UNESCO World Heritage Site. Home to hundreds of fossils of ancient whales, showing evolution from land-based to sea-based mammals
Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)
By safari car 4×4 you will go to The Valley of the Whales (known in Arabic as Wadi Al-Hitan) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Egypt’s Western Desert, about 150 km southwest of Cairo and near the Fayoum Oasis. It is one of the most significant fossil sites in the world for understanding the evolution of whales. Significance: Home to fossil remains of the earliest, now extinct, suborder of whales – the Archaeoceti. These fossils show the transition of whales from land-based to marine life. What to See: Fossil skeletons of Basilosaurus and Dorudon (ancient whale species) Fossils of prehistoric sea creatures, such as sharks and rays A small museum (Wadi Al-Hitan Fossil and Climate Change Museum) with displays about whale evolution and the ancient environment Natural desert landscapes, sand dunes, and rare plant and animal life
Why It’s Called the “Magic Lake” The lake's name stems from its remarkable ability to change colors multiple times a day. This phenomenon is attributed to varying sunlight angles, mineral content, and seasonal factors, creating a mesmerizing spectacle that enhances its mystical allure .
Inclusions
- All Fees and Taxes
- Sand boarding
- Bottled water
- Private Guide ( Egyptologist )
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Safari 4 × 4 Car
- Any optional
- Tipping ( not obligatory )
- Entry Fees
- 15 USD Supplement transfer from Airport hotels , Nasr City ,New Cairo & 6 of October city
- 25USD Supplement transfer from New Adminstration Capital Capital
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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