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Nile Fishing Excursion
From €30
This excursion takes you out on a small boat to fish quieter stretches of the Nile, targeting species like tilapia and catfish that have been part of the river's ecosystem — and Egyptian diet — since ancient times. A local guide handles gear and knows the better spots, whether you're an experienced angler or trying it for the first time.
Beyond the fishing itself, spending a few unhurried hours on the water away from any organized tour schedule is a nice change of pace from a day of temples and sightseeing, with riverside farmland, palm groves and village life passing by at a slow, easy speed.
A relaxed option for anyone who wants a genuinely quiet few hours on the Nile.