Sunset felucca sail on the Nile in Aswan
About this experience
A gentle one-hour shared felucca sail past Aswan’s river islands in the warm late-afternoon light.
Slow down on a traditional wooden felucca for a one-hour shared Nile sail in Aswan. Meet on the Corniche opposite Aswan Old Souk, board with the crew and enjoy views of Elephantine Island, palm-lined banks and passing boats. Choose 16:30 or 17:30; sunset timing varies by date and the later sailing may continue into dusk. Includes the shared boat, skipper, safety equipment and bottled water. Excludes hotel transfers, island entry fees, meals and tips. Arabic and English assistance is available. The route and use of sail depend on wind and river conditions; no island landing is promised. Children aged 4–11 must be accompanied by an adult; no infants. Free cancellation at least 24 hours before departure under platform rules. This is content for the Trivme test partner.
The day's programme
- 16:30Boarding and safety briefing (or 17:30 for the later sailing)
- 16:45Sail past the Nile islands
- 17:30Return to the landing (or 18:30 for the later sailing)