Desert Safari: Fayoum's Magic Lake Adventure

Experience the thrill of a 4x4 desert safari in Cairo, including sand surfing and a camel ride. Discover the beauty of the Egyptian Desert and explore the Wadi El Rayan waterfalls and Mudawara Mountains.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Wadi El-Rayan - Beginning with a pickup from your hotel or another designated place in Cairo or Giza between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM, we will be boarding a comfortable air-conditioned car for a pleasant 100-minute journey to the Wadi El Rayan Desert following a photo stop at Qarun Lake, considered the oldest natural lake in the world.
  • **Wadi El…
What's Included
  • Dune bashing in 4X4 vehicle and Sandboarding
  • Visit Mudawara Mountains & Wadi Al Rayan waterfall
  • Camel ride or Horse ride
  • Photo stop at Qarun Lake & Magic Lake Visit
  • BBQ lunch at a desert camp and Bottled water
  • Professional Egyptologist Tour Guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Cairo or Giza)
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee to Wadi El Rayan National Park
Additional Information

Embark on a journey in a cozy 4x4 vehicle across the stunning dunes of the Fayoum desert. Experience the thrill of sandboarding on the soft, golden sands. Delight in a serene camel ride and explore the breathtaking Wadi El Rayan waterfalls. Discover the enchanting Magic Lake and soak in the tranquil desert vistas. After your adventure, unwind with a…

Location
Wadi El-Rayan
65 km southwest of Faiyum city, 80 km west of the Nile River
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.9
(397 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
J
Aug 9, 2025
An Amazing Adventure!!!! - 10 out of 5!!!! Mohammed and Mungi were amazing! I traveled solo from New York City and had a blast. Glad I decided to book with this company. They made sure I was taken care of the entire trip when it came to food, staying and hydrated and overall comfort. From Sandboarding to dune bashing, it was one of the most amazing adventures I’ve ever had. They also made sure I had more than enough pictures and videos for memories. I would recommend this tour to anyone!!!! 10 Thumbs up!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Henry_c
Aug 8, 2025
We had visited Old Cairo... - We had visited Old Cairo and appreciated its beautiful and rich culture through museums, citadel, mosques and the Coptic neighborhood, and wanted to venture outside to appreciate nature and wildlife and the vast horizon outside of Cairo. We were met by our wonderful and energetic guide, Ryan who brought us to Wadi El Rayan National Park where our adventure started. From sand boarding, camel riding, swimming in the magical Magic Lake, the whole day was absolutely magical. Lunch was prepared deliciously by the local community. This is a must do when you come visit Egypt! My 80 year old parents and teenage daughter loved it!
Review provided by Viator
877afsheenh
Jul 20, 2025
Locals, Entertainment, and Comfort. What else you want? - Wow! Color me impressed. Our tour guide, Ryan, organized a well-crafted, thoroughly entertaining and thoughtful experience. The love of his people (Egyptians) shines through like the rays of the sun through a clouded sky. Going from one destination to the next clearly shows the side of Egypt that is real and raw all from the comfort of the air-conditioned vehicle, of course. Why? because any activity is not made up of the events but, from the people behind those events to allow one to participate with ease and comfort. Look at the dune riding, what a driver he was, going from one dune to next like you were surfing a wave. Then with the camel ride, one can see their Bedouin culture working together to raise a well-fed and comfortably Camel despite the dreaded heat. Even the authentic Bedouin style home made food at the end, so clean and delicious, not filled with the greases and oils that make up modern food enough to refill all energy consumed over the course of the day. If one desires to see Egypt for the civilians that populate it, then book this tour as Ryan knows his people like the back of his hand. All of this with heaps of cold water as if a fridge is in the backseat, activities all for the sake of thoughtful enjoyment, and a guide so effective that even a zombie could mindlessly participate. Well, you got one hell of an adventure ahead of you.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Isabella_w
Jul 9, 2025
The best experience - We had Fares as our tour guide and he was extremely knowledgeable, kind and hospitable. He made sure we were comfortable and safe the entire time, we did many new activities such as camel riding, sand boarding, dune bashing and we saw some incredible places such as the Wadi El Rayan waterfall, Fayoum desert and Mudawarra mountains. It was a 10/10 experience and we cannot express how much fun we had and how highly we recommend it!
Review provided by Viator
Ann_h
Jul 4, 2025
Don't hesitate - one of the best days I've had in years! - I hesitated booking this as it was short notice and I'm a solo traveller (mature lady) how glad I am that I went ahead and booked it! It was one of the most magical days with spectacular scenery, great sand bashing fun! and best of all one of the best Tour Leaders Ramy who really made my day special. Such personal approach and I never felt uncomfortable during the day. 100% recommend this trip!
Review provided by Viator
Kodaih62
Jun 25, 2025
Amazing experience - every activities and spots are perfect for us we enjoyed doing some activities like sand boarding and camel boarding as well as enjoying seeing beautiful landscape. Everything was organized perfectly thank you so much
Review provided by Tripadvisor
185sreekanthk
Jun 10, 2025
Works for families too - The experience was incredible but what made it special was the tour guides. Very knowledgeable and took care of us. We were traveling with our 12 year old son and he enjoyed the experience too.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Rahul_a
May 28, 2025
Great time - Highly Recommend - This was the best experience we had during our time in Egypt. Ahmed did a phenomenal job leading everything. He was clear on what was needed, provided recommendations, etc. beforehand. He was punctual. Finally, my wife and I had an absolute grand time on the tour. I would recommend this tour to anyone and everyone, and if you can get Ahmed as a tour guide, you won’t be disappointed.
Review provided by Viator
Cameronmj6434pm
May 14, 2025
Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience - Ryan gave us the most incredible tour of Egypt, filled with unforgettable and fun experiences. Thanks to him, we all fell in love with the country. If you have the chance to request a guide, make it Ryan without hesitation. He has a way of making you feel completely at home and welcomed throughout the entire day. His warmth and hospitality are truly unmatched. Our day began with a scenic car ride, complete with snack and water stops along the way. We then met up with our 4x4 vehicles and kicked off an exhilarating off-roading adventure that led to sand surfing. Afterward, we had the option of riding camels or horses. Since we’d already done a camel ride earlier in the trip, we chose the horses, and it was so much fun making our way toward the water.Ryan’s deep knowledge and genuine hospitality elevated the entire experience. We explored beautiful waterfalls, relaxed by the stunning Magic Lake, and soaked in the breathtaking desert scenery while continuing our off-road journey. Later, we were treated to a delicious and satisfying lunch. Every part of this tour was thoughtful and memorable. We felt cared for, appreciated, and truly like part of a family. To everyone that made this trip possible from the drivers, to the lunch, and Ryan thank you for a memory that will last a lifetime. This was an experience that absolutely shouldn’t be missed.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Compass26977610418
May 8, 2025
The best experience ever! - The view and experience were the one of the best in my life. The guide, Ryan is kind and nice personality. He respected each tourist as much as possible and he managed time well.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
From $130
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).