bird watch on the Nile & over land

A wonderful exclusive tour for ‘Bird Watchers’ on this 4 hour Bird Watching Tour in Aswan with Mr Mohamed Arabi known as the Birdman of Aswan and his sons ( diaa araby – saleh arabi ) who they have learned  their knowledge from their father to continue his work carrier , this tour divided in to 2 parts ( water – land ) Take a scenic ride in a motor boat around the Cataract Islands to see up to many species of local birds and pretty flora and fauna in a most delightful environment, exploring the desert and mountains side of Aswan to spot many species of birds living on this dry environment.

Included:

• Pick up and return service from your Hotel or Cruise in Aswan.
• English-speaking local Guide.
• Car transfer for on road bird watching.
• All taxes & service charge.

Excluded:

• Personal expenses
• Optional activities
• Tipping

Itinerary:

First part

Pick up with your expert Bird Guide from your departure point and transferred on to a traditional motor boat at the dockside in Aswan. You will set sail across the Nile from the East Bank to the West Bank of the Nile towards Lord Kitchener’s Island. From here, your Guide will start pointing out the locations of where you will see the birdlife ranging from different types of herons, to marsh and reed warbler amongst the trees, there is beautiful flora and fauna such as eucalyptus trees , many types of ficus trees, bougainvillea, acacia trees , Sailing up river towards the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan, you may be astounded at the sight of many more bird species wading in the waters of the Cataract Islands such as Kingfishers, glossy ibis , Striated Herons, Little Bitten Herons, Night Herons, along with Little Green Bee Eaters, and Nile Valley Sunbirds. A truly delightful tour for nature lovers.

Second part

Move on a car to transferred on the other city side where are so many species of birds hide in the mountains and feed on city trash recycle process like black kites , egyptian vulture, white and black storks , falcons and etc..  at the end you will Return to your original pick up point.

Prices:

2-3 Persons

US$ 90 Price Per Person

4-6 Persons

US$ 80 Price Per Person

7-10 Persons

US$ 60 Price Per Person