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Felucca In Egypt

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Felucca in Egypt is the key to enjoying all the natural allure, culture, and history of Upper Egypt. This article's main goal is to provide every traveler with all the information about Felucca in Egypt. This article was written by a number of a very experienced team of tour guides and travel consultants. One of the oldest means of transportation around the Mediterranean is a traditional wooden sailing boat called Felucca which is basically a rig that consists of one or possibly two lateen sails.

It used to exist around counties all across the Mediterranean and the red sea which includes Egypt, Tunisia, Malta, Sudan, and Iraq. There is no better way to enjoy the magical breeze of a hot summer night than onboard a felucca and feel the essence of tranquility, beauty, and peace.

What Is Felucca

Felucca is a small boat made of wood entirely except for the sails which are made of native cotton and other natural fibers. The boat is usually furnished with cushions and a table fixed in the middle and surrounded by the mesmerizing beauty of the Nile from all directions. A felucca can usually board ten passengers with a crew that can consist of up to two or three people.

Felucca Purpose

The felucca is very common in Egypt that remains a very active means of transportation across the Nile between Luxor and Aswan despite the availability of motorboats and ferries. There are very popular among travelers who wish to explore all the allure and wonder of the Nile in total harmony and relaxation. A Felucca can be easily found anywhere across the Nile in all the tourist towns.

Felucca Activities

The felucca is available through all the major cities that sit across the Nile like Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan. They are the perfect way to fully witness all the wonders of this immortal civilization while enjoying the simple pleasures onboard. The felucca is the ideal vessel to have an unforgettable picnic-style lunch and dinner. A Ride across the legendry towns of Luxor and Aswan like the ancient capital of Nekheb (or El Kb) and the temple of Kom Ombo.

Felucca Tips

  • On Board, There are no toilet facilities, so you will need to go to the toilet overboard or find somewhere private when you stop onshore. Some captains now travel with basic toilet tents – really no more than a screen and a hole in the sand.
  • Check that the captain is operating a decent, river-worthy boat, filled with all the essential gear like blankets, cooking implements, and a sunshade.
  • Agree on a price before boarding the Felucca and make sure you are getting exactly what you have paid for.
  • Make sure you know the number of passengers on board the Felucca.
  • Decide on the drop-off point before you set sail; many felucca captains stop 30km south of Edfu in Hammam, Faris, or Ar Ramady.
  • Don’t hand over your original passport. Captains can use a photocopy to arrange the permit if one was needed.
  • Bring all the comfort essentials you may need like a sleeping bag. Insect repellent is a good idea. A hat, sunscreen, and plenty of bottled water, and anything else you may need.

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