Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo
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Is Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo worth booking?
Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo is a 8-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $50 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 794 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (794)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $50 per person
In this tour you will be able to Explore the nature and wildlife of Egypt, you skip the noise of the city to enjoy the green field beside Qaroun lake and you can take the felucca boat rowing in the lake , you can go to s
What you get
- A tour with the boat in the lake
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Tickets to National park , Wadi El Rayan waterfall
- Sand boarding for 30 minutes
- Lunch
About this experience
In this tour you will be able to Explore the nature and wildlife of Egypt, you skip the noise of the city to enjoy the green field beside Qaroun lake and you can take the felucca boat rowing in the lake , you can go to see the only waterfall in the middle of the desert in Egypt, you can do Sand boarding in the sand dunes , you can enjoy the magnificent scenic of Mudawara mountain, see the ancient Roman city karanis from outside , finally go to the Famous Tunis village to have your lunch and enjoying the man-made factories of pottery and then come back to your hotel in Cairo
What's included
Included
- A tour with the boat in the lake
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Tickets to National park , Wadi El Rayan waterfall
- Sand boarding for 30 minutes
- Lunch
- Qualified tourguide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Tipping
What you'll see and do
Qaroun
Our qualified professional tourguide will meet you at hotel or your pick-up location , Take you in modern air-conditioning private Van driving 100 km to El Fayuom Oasis where you can stop by the lake of Qaroun enjoying the live of countryside beside the lake, the different types of emigrated birds , the farm land, Explore Nature and Wildlife of El Fayuom, sail in Traditional Felucca boat in the lake
120 minutes here
Wadi El-Rayan
Go to visit The amazing Wadi El Rayan Waterfall in the middle of the desert , see the Sand dunes where you can do sand boarding , Go to see Modwara mountains and how it was formed since thousands of years , go to see the ancient roman city of Madi.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Tunis
You will have a time to visit Tunis Village where you can enjoy the life of the farmers and see the hand mad vases from pottery, have you lunch there and then come back to Cairo
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, cmn, en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Travel all Egypt
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 794 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
794 verified traveler reviews for Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A decent way to add some desert fun to a Cairo trip
Booked this as our more adventurous day for our honeymoon! I enjoyed getting to see the desert. Sandboarding is so much fun going down but very much NOT fun climbing back up the steep hot sand dune and I scrapped up my wrist & ankle pretty bad on the first slide down. We also paid extra to do the 4x4 dune ride through the desert. It was an expensive add on of $50 for two and wasn’t as fast or crazy a ride as I was expecting but it was a far more interesting way to get around between locations with a couple cool moments. Our guide Essam told us info about each of the places we visited and took photos and videos for us. Unfortunately my husband and I seem to both have caught a cold on our flight over so neither of us were feeling very well and we ended the tour early so we missed the boat ride and pottery town but I appreciated Essam understanding and taking us back early.
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Experience !
At first, I thought I would be joining a group, but it turned out to be a private tour! Loved it! I had such a great day in Al Fayyum with Iman and Ahmed. They were such super lovely, kind, warm-hearted and easy-going people. I felt comfortable with them from the very beginning, and they made the whole day feel relaxed and enjoyable. They were always looking out for me and really cared about my comfort, safety and overall experience. They were super attentive, helpful and genuinely friendly. They wanted me to have the best possible experience. It was so sweet and cute of Iman to take so many photos of me throughout the day. That was such a lovely little detail :) Al Fayum itself is absolutely beautiful and definitely a place you have to see when you’re in Egypt. The views are amazing, people are lovely, and the whole area has such a special atmosphere. I also booked the extra safari to Magic Lake, which I would definitely recommend to everyone! It was such a fun experience and definitely worth adding to the tour. I would do this at the very end, after sandboarding etc so you can jump into the water and go for a swim afterwards :D The safari is not included in the tour price, so if you’d like to do it, just let your tour guide know in advance :) The only thing I didn’t really like was that we couldn’t stay longer on the Felucca. I would have really enjoyed spending more time on the boat and just relaxing there. We had to leave because the safari driver was waiting for us. I understand that I booked the safari spontaneously, but I still think this could have been planned a little better so we could enjoy the Felucca for a bit longer…It’s not something you get to experience every day, so I would have preferred to have more time there! I would honestly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Egypt. Even though I’ve done this tour before, I would definitely do it again on my next trip :D You can never get enough of Al Fayyum…
via Tripadvisor
Nice moments!
Great experience, nice moments with our guide Omar.
via Tripadvisor
An experience you must have in Egypt!🇪🇬❤️
One of the best experiences that we had in Egypt!!!! 🇪🇬❤️ full of fun, adrenaline, adventure!!! All the people that we meet were friendly and we spent a great time with them!!! We enjoy our ride in the desert with some great music and good vibes!!!! And also , Omar , our guide, was perfect, we had a very good understanding of everything, we communicate very well! Omar have great communication skills , he knows how to keep the good vibe!✨
via Tripadvisor
Best day in Egypt
Everyting was perfect, our guide Essam was professional. We loved the view and the sandboarding. Thank you!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $85
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 278
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 85
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairo is not rushed.
Is Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 794 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo?
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Around 278 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private tour El Fayoum Oasis and Wadi Rayan waterfall from Cairo start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cairo?
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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Giza Pyramids all inclusive,Sphinx,lunch,Camel,insid pyramid. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cairo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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