Trending lakes in Egypt

Have you ever counted the number of lakes in Egypt? Egypt is not only famous for its pharaohs, but it also boasts lakes, which place Egypt tours in a different category on the world's tourism map. Some Egyptian lakes are ideal for swimming, while others are designated for medical tourism. Others are not appropriate for swimming. So, let us explore Egypt's best lakes.

• 2022-09-15
• Esraa
• trending destinations in Egypt

Did you count before how many lakes in Egypt? Egypt is not only popular for pharaohs' attractions, but also has lakes that put Egypt tours in another area of the tourism list in the world. Some of the lakes in Egypt are suitable for swimming, others are classified for medical tourism, and some are not suitable for swimming. So let’s discover the top lakes in Egypt.

Lake Nasser in Aswan

Lake Nasser in Aswan was built due to the construction of the High Dam after the flood of the Nile River. President Gamal Abd al-Nasser directed the construction of the High Dam in order to protect Egypt from flooding and to save Nile River water for dry days. There are now numerous Egypt Nile cruises departing from Lake Nasser and stopping at the temples of Aswan and Luxor.
Start sailing with Lake Nasser cruises and visit Abu Simbel Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Kalapsha Temple, Philae Temple, and more attractions on Aswan day tours. Then you will be close to the west bank of Luxor excursions stopping at the Valley of Kings and Hatshepsut Temple.

The Salt Lake in Siwa Oasis

The most popular lake in Egypt has a high percentage of minerals and salt that makes it impossible to sink into the water. The salt lake in Siwa Oasis is a medical tourist attraction because it contains natural minerals that can contribute to treating some skin diseases such as eczema. The lake is also surrounded by smooth sands, visitors bury themselves in the sand to treat inflammatory and rheumatic diseases. You should include a safari tour package to Siwa Oasis in your Egypt travel packages for at least three days to relax in the area's beautiful surroundings.

Al Fayoum Oasis Lakes

Al Fayoum Oasis is located less than 100 kilometres from Cairo. Despite its small area, Al Fayoum occupies three lakes that are highly demanded by tourists on their Egypt budget tours.

The Magic Lake in Fayoum

The Magic Lake in Fayoum is one of the lakes with a unique atmosphere where tourists can unwind during their spiritual tours in Egypt. It is named Magic Lake because the colour of its water changes to different colours and seems like magic. You can practise yoga or meditation in front of the calmest lake in Egypt.

Al Rayan Lake

Wadi al-Rayan is one of the best family tours in Egypt. You can enjoy the waterfalls of Wadi Al Rayan and then visit the lake as it's very close to the waterfalls. There are a lot of activities that you can do in Al Rayan Lake, such as swimming in the calm water, camping and enjoying a BBQ party, sandboarding in the smooth sands, and playing volleyball if you need to check the itinerary of the Wadi al Rayan tour from Cairo and enjoy it with your family. Because of the short distance between Al Fayoum and Cairo, tourists end their day tours in Cairo and then head to Fayoum to get away from the hustle and bustle.

Qaroun Lake or Lake Moeris

Lake Qarun is formed as a result of an unusual Nile River flood. As a result, the lake has a unique sacredness that draws both local inhabitants and international tourists from all over the world. Citizens from Cairo or Alexandria usually intend to visit the Fayoum Oasis after ending their day tours in Alexandria or Cairo. as it is only 2 hours drive from Alexandria and 1 hour from Cairo. It was once known as Lake Qarun, but it is currently known as Lake Moeris. The structures and archaeological buildings around the lake, as well as the monuments buried around it, define it as a distinctive place. Add Qarun to your Egypt luxury tours to see its breathtaking beauty.