Fayoum Oasis, Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls & Magic Lake 4x4 Day Tour
Escape Cairo for Egypt’s greenest oasis. Discover the natural waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan in the heart of the Western Desert, ride across high sand dunes in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, try sandboarding down desert slopes, and watch the sunset over the color-shifting waters of Magic Lake before enjoying a traditional camp lunch.
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Explore Egypt's only natural waterfalls at Wadi El Rayan
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4x4 desert dune bashing safari
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Sandboarding down high dunes
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Sunset view over Magic Lake
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Lakefront Bedouin lunch
- +Pick up and drop-off from Cairo or Giza hotel
- +Private 4x4 Land Cruiser safari
- +Protected area entrance fees
- +Sandboarding equipment
- +Bedouin camp lunch & hot tea
- –Personal expenses
- –Tipping for drivers & guides
- –Optional boat ride on Wadi El Rayan lake
- Day 1Cairo Transfer & Waterfalls Visit
Wadi El Rayan Protected Area
Morning pickup from hotel and drive southwest to Wadi El Rayan National Park waterfalls.
- Day 24x4 Dune Bashing & Sandboarding
Magic Lake Dunes
Switch to 4x4 Land Cruiser to cross the desert dunes, sandboard down the slopes, and visit Magic Lake.
- Day 3Bedouin Lunch & Return Drive
Magic Lake Desert Camp
Fresh Bedouin lunch served at camp, followed by private drive back to Cairo.
• 4x4 dune bashing includes off-road driving; hold on tight!• Changing rooms available near the waterfalls if you wish to dip your feet.
Q: How far is Fayoum Oasis from Cairo?
A: The drive takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours from Cairo/Giza.
Q: Is sandboarding equipment provided?
A: Yes, sandboards and wax are provided by your desert safari crew.
- payment Terms
- Payable online or cash on arrival.
- travel Insurance
- Recommended for off-road safari activities.
- cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to tour start time.
- health Requirements
- Suitable for general physical health; off-road travel involves mild bumps.
- refund
- Full refund to original payment method within 5 business days.
- visa Requirements
- Valid Egyptian Entry Visa required.
- accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible due to sandy desert terrain.