Fayoum Day Trip: Wadi El Rayan Waterfalls & Whale Valley
A full private day from Cairo to Fayoum: the waterfalls of Wadi El Rayan, the colours of Magic Lake and the fossil whales of Wadi El Hitan.
Tour at a glance
Operated by Stars Camp, Bahariya Oasis · Updated November 2026
Overview
This private day trip takes you from Cairo to the protected area of Wadi El Rayan in Fayoum, with its lakes and the only waterfalls in Egypt's desert, and to Magic Lake, which changes colour through the day.
The highlight is Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you walk among the fossil skeletons of whales that lived here 40 million years ago.
Highlights
- Wadi El Rayan lakes and waterfalls
- Magic Lake viewpoint
- Wadi El Hitan, the Valley of the Whales (UNESCO)
- Fossil Climate Change Museum
- Lunch in Fayoum
Day by day itinerary
Cairo, Wadi El Rayan, Whale Valley and back
Pickup around 7 am and drive to Fayoum (about 2 hours).
Visit Wadi El Rayan lakes and waterfalls and Magic Lake, then lunch.
Continue to Wadi El Hitan to walk the fossil trail and visit the museum, then return to Cairo by early evening.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
- Private air-conditioned car
- Local guide
- Lunch
- Entry fees for Wadi El Rayan and Wadi El Hitan
- Bottled water
Not included
- Tips (optional)
- Personal expenses
Prices
Price per person in US dollars. The more travellers in your group, the lower the price per person.
| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 traveller | $150 |
| 2 travellers | $95 |
| 3 travellers | $80 |
| 4 travellers | $70 |
| 5+ travellers | $60 |
👶 All prices are final and all inclusive. There are no extra charges and no hidden fees. Children under 6 travel free. Children 6 to 11 pay 50% of the adult price. From 12 years, adult price applies.
We also accept payment in Egyptian pounds, euros or any other currency at the equivalent value.
What to bring
Suitable for: Everyone, including families with children.
Why book with Stars Camp
Local guide teamLed by Ahmed Lotfy and our Bahariya team.
Our own 4x4s & gearVehicles, tents and camp kitchen we own.
Our own hotelRooms, pools and home cooking in El Bawiti.
Direct, no middlemenTalk to the people who run your trip.
What our guests say
Questions about this tour
Are there any extra or hidden fees?
No. The price you see is the final, all inclusive price. The only things not included are optional tips and your personal expenses.
Is Wadi El Hitan worth visiting?
Yes. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with complete fossil whale skeletons in the open desert, unique in the world.
Are the Wadi El Rayan waterfalls big?
They are small cascades between two lakes, but the setting in the middle of the desert makes them special.
Can this be combined with the White Desert?
Yes. See our 4-day White Desert and Fayoum tour.
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