Private Tour
Fayoum Oasis Tour Hidden Gem Wadi El Rayan & Valley of the Whales
Overview
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Start with Egypt highest waterfalls at Wadi El-Rayan then progress to the Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan), Explore the Valley of the Whales, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Capture Egypt’s highest waterfalls with door-to-door round-trip transport and a private guide
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Wadi El-Rayan
private pick up from your hotel then goindg to Fayoum whihc is almost 100 km from cairo . first to Wadi El Ryan, Wadi El-Rayan is a natural depression in the western desert of Egypt, 42m below the sea level. It consists of two lakes connected by Egypt's only waterfall. It was designated as a Protected Area in 1989 to protect the area's biological, geological and cultural resources. The Protected Area covers 1759 km2 in the southern part of El-Fayoum. The waterfalls are one of the best known attractions in Wadi El- Rayan Protected Area. The area conserves large expanses of desert containing a variety of landscapes and formations. Rare and fascinating wild life is found in the desert of Wadi El- Rayan along with fossils of creatures of past epochs and cultural heritage sites from ancient civilizations.
Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)
then we will ride Jeep 4 by 4 to visit Whale valley .Wadi Al-Hitan, Whale Valley, in the Western Desert of Egypt, contains invaluable fossil remains of the earliest, and now extinct, suborder of whales, Archaeoceti. These fossils represent one of the major stories of evolution: the emergence of the whale as an ocean-going mammal from a previous life as a land-based animal. This is the most important site in the world for the demonstration of this stage of evolution. It portrays vividly the form and life of these whales during their transition. The number, concentration and quality of such fossils here is unique, as is their accessibility and setting in an attractive and protected landscape. The fossils of Al-Hitan show the youngest archaeocetes, in the last stages of losing their hind limbs. Other fossil material in the site makes it possible to reconstruct the surrounding environmental and ecological conditions of the time. then drive back to your hotel.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Guide
4X4 CAR Safari
Tipping
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
One Day Tour With the Safari
Valley whales & Wadi Al rayaan: All Fees and Taxes
Valley whales & waterfalls.
Magic lake
Safari by 4x4 car
Sand Boarding
Lunch in the White Desert Camp
Pickup included
Overnight Camp and Safari
Overnight Camping: 1 night Desert camp & Valley of the whales
Magic Lake & WaterFalls
Lunch & dinner & breakfast
sand board & Safari 4x4 car
Pickup included
Reviews
53 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent excursion to the Fayoum Oasis
P1461VUmariet,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent excursion to the Fayoum Oasis and the Valley of the Whales. Thanks to Ayman for his quality driving in his magnificent car, and to Mohammed for the 4x4. Thank you to our guide Mahmoud for his visit, explanations and availability. We ate very well at the camp and enjoyed the scenery despite a few hours by car 🙏🌿
Fayoum Oasis, Wadi El Rayan & Whale Valley Tour
Anca R,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderfully organized tour with stunning desert scenery and a fascinating visit to Whale Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Amn, our guide, was excellent — knowledgeable and attentive, making the whole experience smooth and enriching. Highly recommend to anyone looking to explore Egypt beyond the usual paths.
Highlights of our trip to Egypt!
Brunehilde W,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a guide of extraordinary kindness and who spoke French. The scenery was beautiful and the Bedouin camp very authentic. For us, it was our favorite experience of our entire trip to Cairo.
Great tour, great guy Mohammed!
Shane S,,Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked this for our first day and we had a great time with our guide, and now friend Mohamed. He was awesome, very hospitable, no was any trouble and best of all, he had a great sense of humour, nothing was too much trouble. The day was full and we enjoyed the time being shown around by a great bloke. Would recommend going with him again
Amaaaaaazing!
heba basha1981,,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amaaaaazing experience. Booking and amending some parts of the tour to suit our needs was very easy and went smoooth. During the tour everything was amaaazing and much better than expected. The tour guide was knowledgeable, decent and very accommodating. Mariam (the amazing girl i booked with her) kept checking with us that everything is perfect and as per what we needed ❤️ it felt like a family member checking over us. We drove through the amazing white sand dessert, stayed in the camp for lunch and breakfast the next day. We saw the valley of whales and the vley of Rayan, the magic lake, the waterfall and the other lakes. The trip was outstanding and one of a kind!!!! Definitely, I recommend the trip.
Off the beaten path experience in Egypt
MichaelMina,,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ayman the tour guide was very knowledgeable in his history of the area in Fayyoum. The 4 x 4 experience in the desert was amazing
Amazing experience out of the beaten path
Michael M,,Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ayman was a great tour guide who knew his history very well. The drivers were safe and amazing. It was fun going on a 4 x 4 around the desert.
Traveler woman alone, slept in the desert.
B8859CGerikam,,Apr 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I slept in the desert in a very rustic, beautiful space with a beautiful view of the desert rocks. I felt safe and tried amazing food.
A brilliant desert trip!
lauramS7610FG,,Mar 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour to Wadi al Hitan and Wadi al Rayan was excellent and I would recommend it to anyone. Ayman is a very friendly and knowledgeable guide who will take care of you the whole day. The drive to Wadi al Hitan to see the whale fossils was filled with extraordinary views and was great fun. The traditional Egyptian food provided at the White Desert camp after the trip to both wadis was very tasty and of fantastic quality. A very memorable day trip!
Desert experience
yannf17,,Feb 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fayoum and Siwa an amazing discovery and experiences. Peaceful and beautiful places. Egypt has secret places to protect. Thank you to Aya for the organization and Aiman excellent guide by his benevolence and love for his job and the region. See you 🇪🇬❤️
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