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Tour di Nile Felucca
438 reviews from travellers who did this · Tripadvisor
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“We booked the sunset tour last minute, and our guide was super quick and flexible in making it happen. An elderly gentleman was our skipper, and since there was no wind that day, a motorboat towed us for a few hundred meters. Our guide, who’s an engineer, was really knowledgeable and happy to answer all our questions. It was our first time in Egypt, so we were curious to learn more about life and culture here. It was a relaxing and beautiful…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Gnay
“Our photographer is a super host and a personable individual. He went out of his way to pick me and my sister from our hotel. He made us feel valued as customers and straight away built a rapport. The felluca is beautiful and watching the sunset is sublime. Our photographer took photos of us,offered us water and soft drinks and narrated the history of Cairo and the Nile. Overall a wondrous trip to end our holiday in Cairo.”
Shamina
“Our photographer is knowledgeable and warm host. I, and my two friends, Helen and Nicholas booked an evening sail on Nile experience with him. It was a good experience overall. You can feel the energy of Nile while you are sailing. Our photographer took a lot of photos of me, thank you so much! It was a great way to unwind and talk and learn about Egyptian topography, politics and what's happening around the world and its impact on Cairo.”
Mariam
“Sailing on a traditional felucca along the Nile was a memorable experience. The calm of the river made for a peaceful trip, with stunning views of the sunset in Cairo. Our host was a very friendly and knowledgeable host, providing interesting insights about the Nile and life in Cairo.”
Meaghan
“We were on board with our 3 year old son, and even he immediately took our guide to his heart! It was very interesting to learn all about the local conditions. We talked about politics, the people in Cairo, and much more. The sunset was a dream and the tranquility did us very well. We can only recommend it to everyone. Thank you our guide ❤️ and best regards from our son!”
Ingo
“It was very nice, they even offered soft drinks and cold water! The ride was smooth and the guide was easy to understand. Our photographer also took wonderful pictures for our family and, and even offered a ride to a nearby restaurant. We absolutely made friends with the guide. Would recommend this to anybody!”
Stephane
“Great way to experience Cairo and learn so much from our photographer, he is so knowledgeable and also a very nice and friendly person. He taught us lots of interesting things, took loads of photos of us and provided an amazing Egyptian meal!! Such good value for money and a beautiful experience to do especially at sunset. 10/10 recommend ☺️”
Niamh
“The sailing was amazing! We had a private boat with our guide, we celebrated my son’s birthday. Our guide took everything to make the celebration perfect. He is a really nice man, speaks a really good english, tells interesting stories and cares a lot about the guests. Thank you our guide for everything!”
Andrea
“Honestly such great value for a fantastic experience. He was super friendly, kind and I felt like he really wanted to look after all of us. He was also just as committed as myself to get the perfect shot! Which is ALWAYS a comfort, especially as sometimes I try to fight feeling guilty getting that perfect picture. With our photographer, KNEW how to get the perfect pictures and videos for this experience. Really glad I got to experience this, and…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Alex
“Experience is a 100/10. Our guide is very knowledgeable & it is noticeable that he is passionate about what he does. I did the 7 pm time a lot and was able to get amazing views of the sunset coming down over the Nile. Just beware of mosquitos of course! Our guide made sure to make me feel safe and comfortable as a solo female this was very important to me. I would definitely recommend this experience for anyone else looking to experience Cairo…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Thalia
“This was one of the best sunset cruises I have been ! Our guide knowledge and charm added to a most surreal experience!! The comfort and attention to our needs was really appreciated! Felt safe comfortable and most welcome to this fascinating and ancient cities! Thank you our guide and crew for a wonderful experience !”
Waseem
“Our photographer! You are one of a kind! Thank you for making our Egypt trip memorable and sharing us information about the history of Egypt. I will never forget this memory of me in the Nile River and also the amazing photos you took for me that will remain as one of my precious memories. Our photographer definitely gave us an incredible Nile Cruise river experience and if I ever get back to Egypt again, I will make sure to book this experience…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Theresa
“had a very great time. Our photographer was a really nice guide who communicated beforehand clearly on meet time/place. during the trip, he was very well informed, took great photos of us and provided good recommendations for where to eat after the boat ride itself was beautiful, great views of the city and the sunset. 100% recommend and very well priced”
Osama
“I recommend this experience to everyone visiting Cairo. It takes you back to the Egyptian ancestors and the typical boat they sailed on the Nile River. We chose the sunset time, making the experience even more magical. It was our last experience on our final day in Cairo, and I can say it was the icing on the cake! It allowed us to relax and feel the stark contrast between the city's chaos and the calmness of the Nile River. Our photographer is…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Maísa
“This was a really unique experience to be able to go sail on the Nile on a historic sailboat. The sun was setting as we crossed back and forth across the river with Egyptian style music playing from the guides Bluetooth speakers. You can request any music you like but I wanted something connected with the area. Would highly recommend this experience.”
Tara
“The best experience of sailing on River Nile for an amazing price ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ our guide is super kind and knowledgeable about the area and even kindly dropped us off at our next location. If you want to experience a Falluca ride on river Nile, book this! Marwah”
Sonia
“Our boat ride on the Nile was such an amazing experience! The timing was perfect… on the nile as the sun was setting at its fullest. Our host was a brilliant host… we really felt we left with some great insider knowledge about Egypt. Magical 😁😁”
Ellice
“We had a very pleasant experience! Our guide was very knowledgeable, punctual and provided us with free water and soft drinks! Good communication on the pick up point too.”
Amelia May
“A special moment, with a unique sunset and wonderful historical richness. Our guide was very nice and respectful. He was punctual and friendly. He especially emphasized that when sailing only with the sails (without the noise of an engine), you can appreciate the majesty of the moment and the place with greater tranquility.”
Julian Ricardo
“Our photographer was very knowledgeable excellent English and a great photographer! The Nile river is magical, I would highly recommend this experience. It was perfect for me as a solo traveler!”
Saffron
“We had an amazing time cruising the Nile! Our guide was knowledgeable and shared fascinating information about the history of the Nile and the surrounding area, making the experience even more enjoyable. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking—peaceful, picturesque, and incredibly relaxing. It was the perfect opportunity to take in the beauty of Egypt while enjoying a calm and memorable ride. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would highly…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Maryam
“We had the best time with our photographer and his skipper. Although we were a little late he waited for us and made sure we could still join! Super friendly, welcoming and easy to talk to, knowledgeable and also helped us to take some pictures. We really enjoyed the ride, the sunset and the time with them! Would recommend 12/10!!”
Paula
“Our photographer gave us a very relaxing and enjoyable tour. He struck the perfect balance between being informative and giving me space to simply enjoy the moment and get lost in my thoughts while watching the sunset over the Nile. His English is excellent, and I was able to understand everything he said. He was also happy to answer all of our questions and shared a lot of interesting information along the way. As a bonus, he also took photos…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
彩香
“Our guide was really brilliant. From meeting us at the drop of point and teaching us all about Cairo and Giza, the history the modern life and the wildlife and nature. It was a truly incredible experience to see the sun set from the Nile and our guide and the captain made it even more special. I will be doing it again next time I’m in Cairo and would recommend our guide to anyone and everyone.”
Louis
“The experience was really nice - a peaceful sunset over the Nile with good coordination throughout. The view was beautiful and it was a relaxing way to spend the evening. That said, I felt it was a little overpriced for what was offered. It would have been great to have some tea or snacks to enjoy while watching the sunset, and having a guide share stories about the Nile would have made it even more memorable. Overall a pleasant experience, but…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Akash
“Amazing sunset boat experience! We took the boat at 17:00 and the sunset was absolutely gorgeous, truly magical. The whole experience was very relaxing and beautifully organized. Our guide was incredibly kind and knowledgeable, and she explained many interesting things along the way, which made it even more special. Highly recommended!”
Anna
“Our guide is super kind and knowledgeable. This was an absolutely amazing experience and so glad we got to enjoy it. It was so wonderful and peaceful and learnt so much.”
Sandra
“Unfortunately for us, there wasn't much wind on the evening we went so we ended up sitting in the middle of the river for an hour. But we had a great group of people and an really interesting conversation and even just sitting on the river at sunset was so nice. The boat is also wonderful, no engine and a cloth sail...quite incredible. Our guide doesn't actually sail the boat, he works for the company that runs a number of similar boats and…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Cathrin
“Our photographer knows his stuff and made us feel safe and welcome on our first day in Egypt. It was our first time in a sailboat and it was magical to be on the Nile river. Our photographer answered all our questions and he was funny too. Not to mention, he is an awesome photographer. The memories will last a lifetime! Thank you our photographer”
Karen
“We had a wonderful time with our photographer on the Nile cruise. He is very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the area, takes great pictures, is easy to talk to and stayed with us after until our Uber arrived. highly recommend this relaxing boat ride!”
Mark
“A very attentive and kind guide, absolutely reliable, the boat was clean, and the "Skipper" was a person of a certain age but very kind and capable. If we could, we would give 10 Stars. He only speaks English, but it was written, but we had translation headphones. It is an experience in our opinion to be done, very nice sunset on the Nile”
Walter
“Our guide and the man who sailed the boat, were a great team. They handed out some drinks when we got on the boat and made us feel very comfortable. The boat is clean, comfortable and spacious to move around. We truly enjoyed the sunrise sailing experience. Our guide speaks amazing English and is very knowledgable. We had the best time and an unforgettable and magical cruise!! :) Thank you, our guide”
Alessandra
“It's very nice to have the sunset boat trip on the last day of my trip. The guide is so thoughtful and he gave me suggestions where to shopping which is also nice. Anyway it's worth it if ud like to have good pics too (he can take whatever how many u want🥰🥰”
Ke
“We had such a wonderful experience with our guide Although we missed our original slot due to a small error, he went out of his way to rebook the tour for us on a day and time that suited us perfectly. Thanks to his thoughtfulness, we were able to enjoy the magical sunset boat tour after all—and it truly became one of the highlights of our trip. thank you our guide”
Rina
“Our guide was delightful. For a small fee, he arranged to pick us up and drop us off at our hotel. He was full of insight and knowledge about Egypt. Sailing in this ancient river on a felucca was romantic and a special way to spend our first night in Cairo. Highly recommend.”
Kristina
“Our photographer was great! We met him at a safe location and he was very kind. If you love pictures he is the perfect camera man, getting in every corner of the boat to get the perfect angles. He is also very knowledgeable about the history of the Nile. This is a great deal for a great experience.”
Victoria
“Absolutely amazing experience! The whole tour was well organized, informative, and full of stunning views. Our guide was passionate, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel welcome. A perfect way to explore the city’s beauty and history in a relaxed and memorable setting. Highly recommended!”
Anton
“Such a peaceful and beautiful experience. Our guide was super knowledgeable and even suggested a better timing so we could catch the most magical sunset—definitely the right call. Sailing on the Nile as the sky changed colors was unforgettable. Absolutely worth it!”
Ayu
“Our host was the perfect host for our sunset felucca ride! He made everyone in my group feel comfortable, including my young children. He shared his incredible knowledge of the Nile and history of Egypt through a pleasant and conversational experience. I highly recommend booking this trip with him!”
Allison
“Spending the evening on a boat in the middle of the Nile was the oasis I didn’t know I needed. We felt so comfortable, learnt so much about Egyptian culture and felt extremely relaxed as we softly sailed around sunset. Couldn’t recommend more!”
Georgie
“There was no wind so we didn't sail. However, our photographer let me just sit on the boat and enjoy the sunset and view of the Nile as long as I wanted, and he took the best photos for me.”
Kesaundra M.
“Booked this last minute and it was fantastic! Our photographer was friendly, communicative, and very informative. Also a master photo taker, he offered to do a mini photoshoot with the sunset in the background. I shared the experience with one other person so we had plenty of space and comfort. Highly recommend that people experience a traditional felucca ride during their visit to Cairo.”
Rosy
“I had an amazing experience with our guide, our Egyptian guide, during our felucca ride on the Nile. Not only was the boat ride peaceful and beautiful, but our guide recommendations were spot-on, giving us a deeper understanding of Egyptian culture and history. His knowledge and passion for his country made the conversation truly enriching. He was patient, kind, and very engaging throughout the entire journey. I highly recommend our guide to…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Kadee
“We had a fantastic sail on the Nile in Cairo with a wonderful host! Our host was quick to respond, perfectly punctual, and incredibly generous in sharing his deep knowledge of Egyptian history and culture. A passionate storyteller and a truly unique location made this an unforgettable experience.”
Paola
“We didn't actually travel very far due to a lack of wind - all my time in Egypt has been very windy, but not tonight! But we had a lovely evening and our guide is so knowledgeable about anything! It was great to talk about politics and life and Egypt. And with the setting being a bit away from the bustle of Cairo, it was relaxing and lovely to be on the water. Thank you, our guide!”
Monika
“Book this tour! It was such a beautiful experience getting to boat on the Nile river. The sunset viewing left us in awe! We were so grateful for our guide kindness and knowledge during this tour. My husband left with a friendship built between him and our guide We will definitely book again when coming to Egypt!”
Ny'Asia
“I would strongly advise booking this experience, especially if you are new to Cairo. Our guide creates a memorable experience for all of this guests. He is a special character, full of warmth, knowledge, generosity with an accommodating spirit with the desire to deliver a unique experience to all of his guests. I truly loved every second, and would easily book a second trip with our guide Thank you for the great experience on the Nile in your…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Anna
“Our guide is a very kind and thoughtful guide. He was extremely communicative before, during and even after my expense. My flight was delayed, but he didn’t skip a beat and accommodated me on another day. He checked in on me leading up to the evening, even provided recommendations and tips on places to eat and how to even haggle at the market. The actual experience itself was so peaceful. He and our guide (the boat captain) were very nice. Our…”Read the full review on Tripadvisor
Chaitali