Aswan Botanical Garden Felucca Tour

The Aswan Botanical Garden felucca tour is a private two-hour outing that combines a one-hour sail on the Nile with a visit to the gardens on Kitchener’s Island. A guide accompanies you, and boat and entrance fees are included along with hotel pickup and drop-off in Aswan.

What you will see

The Botanical Garden covers Kitchener’s Island, in the middle of the Nile in Aswan. The island was given to Lord Kitchener in the late 19th century, and he turned it into a garden filled with plants brought from many parts of the world. Today shady paths lead past tall palms, flowering trees and exotic species, making it one of the greenest and quietest corners of the city.

Getting there is half the pleasure: you sail on a traditional felucca between granite rocks and islands, with views of the riverbanks and the desert on the west bank. Your guide tells you about the garden, the plants and life on the Nile as you go. It is a gentle activity that suits families and anyone looking for a break from the heat and the temples.

Good to know

• Duration: about 2 hours, including a one-hour felucca ride.
• Private: the boat and guide are for your group only.
• Guide: English-speaking.
• The garden paths are flat and easy to walk.
• Bring sunscreen, a hat and water for the time on deck.

If you want a mix of nature and river views in a short time, this Aswan Botanical Garden felucca tour is an easy choice for a free morning or afternoon.