Egyphoria
The desert of Wadi El Hitan in Fayoum

Fayoum: the Valley of the Whales

Whale fossils in the desert, waterfalls, and sunset at Magic Lake.

Duration
1 day
Route
Cairo → Fayoum
Travel
Private, just you
From
On request
The journey

Whale fossils in the desert, waterfalls, and sunset at Magic Lake.

By 4x4 to the whale fossils of Wadi El Hitan and the lakes and waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan, then sunset and dinner at Magic Lake.

This is one day of our flagship journeys, run on its own — private, with your own guide and car.

Day by day

1 day, step by step.

Day 1 · Fayoum

Fayoum, day two

By 4x4 to the whale fossils of Wadi El Hitan and the lakes and waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan, then sunset and dinner at Magic Lake.

  • Day4x4 safari — Wadi El Hitan (Valley of the Whales), the Wadi El Rayan lakes and waterfalls
  • EveningSunset at Magic Lake

NightBack to Cairo after sunset

Included

Included

  • A private car from Cairo and back, and a guide in Fayoum
  • A 4x4 safari to Wadi El Hitan and the Wadi El Rayan lakes and waterfalls
  • Sunset at Magic Lake
  • Water and coffee

Not included

  • Your hotel
  • Flights and your Egypt entry visa
  • Tips
  • Drinks not listed

Questions, answered

Is this the same day as in your flagships?

Yes — it is the same day, run privately for your group with your own guide and car. Add more days and it becomes one of our flagship journeys.

Do you offer student discounts?

Yes. If you are studying, mention it when you book or message us and we will apply a special discount.

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