About this activity
Experience Duration:
Itinerary
🚤 Felucca Sailing on the Nile – Begin your journey with a relaxing sail on a traditional felucca, feeling the gentle breeze and admiring the stunning scenery of the Nile.
🌿 Explore El Nabatat Island (Botanical Island) – Stroll through the lush gardens of this tropical paradise, home to rare plants from around the world, brought by Khedive Ismail.
📸 Scenic Views & Photo Opportunities – Capture the picturesque Nile landscapes, with stunning views of Elephantine Island and the Aga Khan Mausoleum.
🛶 Relaxing Return Felucca Ride – Enjoy another peaceful felucca sail, allowing you to take in Aswan’s golden sunset over the river.
🌅 Optional Sunset Experience – Upgrade to a sunset felucca ride for a truly magical and romantic atmosphere!
🥤 Optional Refreshments – Enjoy fresh juice, tea, or coffee onboard for a refreshing touch.
👨🏫 Optional Private Guide – Enhance your experience with a dedicated expert guide to share deeper insights into Aswan’s history and nature.
Highlights
- ✔️ Experience the serene beauty of the Nile on a traditional felucca.
- ✔️ Visit El Nabatat Island, home to exotic plants and stunning nature.
- ✔️ Capture panoramic views of the Nile and Aswan’s iconic landmarks.
- ✔️ Enjoy a peaceful and refreshing atmosphere, away from city noise.
- ✔️ Customize your experience with special add-ons like a private guide, sunset sail, or refreshments.
Includes
- ✅ Private felucca sailing experience
- ✅ Entrance fee to El Nabatat Island
- ✅ English-speaking tour guide (Optional Private Guide Available)
- ✅ Complimentary bottled water
- ✅ Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected)
- ✅ All taxes & service charges
- ❌ Personal expenses
- ❌ Tips for the guide and felucca captain
- ❌ Any additional services not mentioned
Details
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the peaceful charm of Aswan’s Nile. This tour takes you on a traditional felucca sail, where you can admire the golden reflections of the sun on the calm waters of the river. Then, step onto El Nabatat Island, a botanical wonderland filled with rare plants and vibrant greenery. As you wander through the gardens, you’ll feel a deep connection to nature. The tour ends with another scenic felucca ride, giving you the perfect opportunity to unwind and take in the beauty of Aswan’s landscapes. For an even more enchanting experience, choose our sunset ride, sip on a refreshing drink, or let a private guide enrich your journey with historical insights.
Know Before You Go
⚠️ The tour depends on wind conditions – in low wind, a motorboat may be used instead of a felucca.
⚠️ Best enjoyed during cooler seasons (October–April) for a more comfortable experience.
⚠️ Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
⚠️ Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the island.
What To Bring
🎒 Comfortable light clothing
🕶️ Sunglasses & sun hat
📸 Camera for amazing photos
🧴 Sunscreen
💧 A refillable water bottle