Whale Valley Safari: Jeep Tour of Egypt's Western Desert, Magic Lake and Pottery Village
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9 Ratings
Giza
Embark on a thrilling Jeep tour of Egypt's Western Desert and discover the legendary Whale Valley, Magic Lake, and Pottery Village. Escape the city and immerse yourself in the serenity of the desert while exploring ancient geological wonders. Indulge in a delicious lunch prepared by nomads and explore the famous pottery village. This safari is a must-do for adventure and culture enthusiasts.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan) - Whale Valley is a paleontological site in the Faiyum Governorate of Egypt, some 150 km southwest of Cairo.[1] It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site[2] in July 2005[3] for its hundreds of fossils of some of the earliest forms of whale, the archaeologist (a now extinct sub-order of whales). The site reveals evidence for the explanation of one of the greatest mysteries of the evolution of whales: the emergence of the whale as an ocean-going mammal from a previous life as a land-based animal. No other place in the world yields the number, concentration and quality of such fossils, as is their accessibility and setting in an attractive and protected landscape.[4] This is why it was added by the UNESCO to the list of protected World Heritage sites.
What's Included
  • Private transportation for a comfortable journey
  • Expert guidance with a professional tour guide
  • Complimentary visit to a local pottery workshop
  • Refreshments provided with bottled water
  • Delicious lunch included in the tour
  • Climate-controlled travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off service
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • personal spending
  • Any extra
Additional Information

Discover the enchanting Whale Valley, the mystical Magic Lake, and the artisan Pottery Village located in Egypt’s Western Desert. Escape the city’s frenzied pace and immerse yourself in the tranquil landscape to unearth the region’s geological history. Navigate the terrain by Jeep, climbing the rugged cliffs and rolling hills.

Relish a lunch prepared by local nomads, whose cooking skills are unmatched, and savor the uniquely delicious flavors of their cuisine.

Visit one of the world’s most renowned pottery villages, founded by Ms. Evline, who has brilliantly revived these traditional Egyptian crafts. This activity is a splendid opportunity for those who cherish safari adventures to experience a diverse side of Egypt.

Location
Valley of the Whales (Wadi Al-Hitan)
Western Desert,
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Conniemf4099vx
Oct 24, 2023
Amazing Day in Nature - We wondered whether this tour was worth spending a full day of our trip... it was SO WORTH the drive! With due respect, Cairo is noisy, frantic and a bit shabby. What a refreshing adventure to leave the city far behind for the gorgeous countryside where the sky and the desert go on for miles, the air is crystal clear and all you'll hear is the sound of the wind! Four-wheeling to the top of huge dunes, and seeing for miles in all directions when you get to the top. The cool, crystal clear waters of the Magic Lake tempt the toes, but we just splashed our fingers. Book the earliest departure you can get, so you can make it to the whale valley before the heat of the day. We were provided a delicious full meal at the end of our hike and a second serving of the fabulous potatoes. One of the top experiences of our trip! *****
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Vera
Apr 18, 2023
Cairo Luxor Aswan and Abu Simbel- 8 day tour - What a great time with our guides Ali in Cairo and George in south Egypt. I have Been on many tours but the professionalism and complete loyalty to all our needs was unmatched and outstanding by ‘Wonders of Egypt.’ Beyond happy with how they conduct business with thoughtfulness and care. Their English was perfect. They were extremely informative about anything and everything. I loved how Ali knew exactly where to take the best pictures- he is a great photographer as well. Highly recommend!
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456aliciaw
Oct 7, 2022
A Trip to Remember - Amazing overnight trip to Fayoum! I texted Ali last minute asking for a trip over the holiday weekend and as always Ali came through. I have used his company many times and always get 5-star service. He has amazing prices and an upfront itinerary of the day with optional add-ons for those looking for more adventure. The Jeep we used was clean and safe, our driver Mohammed was very experienced and made sure we had a fun time. Ali was our guide and the amount of knowledge he shared with us is incredible. We went sandboarding, off-roading, visited the lakes and waterfalls in the area, saw prehistoric whale bones, hiked through the desert and then finished the day at a relaxing campsite with clean facilities and a delicious dinner under the star. The next day we toured Tunis Village and shopped for treasures at the pottery school where we had a hands on lesson in making bowls out of clay. If you need a tour guide, call Ali, you will have a wonderful time.
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Goplaces45331661024
Sep 17, 2022
A trip to Fayoum - Was a very nice trip , clean camping and friendly driver , we had a 7 years old child and he enjoyed it too , the food was good too specially breakfast we loved it , tent was good too
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Bradbv8760vr
Mar 12, 2022
Best Tour Guide - Ra’fat was my tour guide for Wadi Al Hitan and I can’t say enough about my experience. His kindness, professionalism and level of knowledge and experience when it comes to Egypt is incredible. He was very accommodating to me and I recommend you ask for him by name of you book this tour. You won’t be disappointed!
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Mssaturna
Nov 19, 2021
Unforgettable daytrip - We had a wonderful time with Ali and our driver. Our guide Ali was a pleasure to be around, very companionable and accommodating, and we appreciated the care he took in presenting us with a special outing. The whale valley is an amazing site and the pottery village was a pleasant surprise - we expected a tourist trap where you felt obligated to buy something (based on past experiences with other guides) and were actually enchanted by the art work. That alone was worth the trip - please go and support this community of artisans. I would book another trip with Ali in a hearbeat. Thank you and can't wait for the next adventure!
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Jumartoni
Mar 6, 2020
Amazing ! - We had an amazing day and we highly recommend this tour ! Our guide picked us up at our hotel and brought us to some amazing places in the desert. He went a little bit off road for us because we ask him to and we loved it ! He was very nice and passionate about his job also very funny. The valley of the whales is a must see ! Especially if you go a bit further into that desert you will have a 360• view that will take your breath away !
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Justine_m
Mar 6, 2020
Amazing day ! - We had an amazing day with our guide, the desert was absolutely beautiful especially the valley of whales. Our guide was really nice, funny and had a lot of passion for the fayoumm desert. He went a little bit off road for us and we really appreciated it ! We highly recommend this tour
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Cathifitz
Feb 1, 2020
Mother Son Trip - We had a great time. Ali was a great host. We toured the Pyramids, Alexandria and Whale Valley. He had someone meet us at the airport and get us through customs and drive us around. I would highly recommend The Wonders of Egypt Tours Giza to any friend or family.
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