Fayoum Oasis & Wadi El-Rayan Waterfalls Day Tour from Cairo

Start your day with pickup from your Cairo hotel, then travel approximately 95 km southwest to reach Fayoum Oasis, a beautiful and historic natural region.

Your first stop is Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales) — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you’ll walk among fossilized whale skeletons dating back over 40 million years. It’s a one-of-a-kind journey into the prehistoric past of the Egyptian desert.

Next, stop at Mudawara Mountain, a picturesque desert hill known for its panoramic views and ideal photo opportunities.

Continue to Wadi El-Rayan, home to Egypt’s only waterfalls, connecting two desert lakes formed by irrigation drainage. Take in the peaceful desert scenery and enjoy the refreshing sounds of flowing water in the middle of the sand dunes.

Visit Magic Lake, famous for its vibrant changing colors depending on sunlight and time of day. Here, you can relax or take part in optional sandboarding and dune driving for extra excitement.

Finally, savor a traditional BBQ lunch at a desert camp, with views of the lake and golden sand all around. After lunch, you’ll return comfortably to your hotel in Cairo, ending a memorable day in nature.