Your Guide to Fayoum With The Family

If you've got little animal lovers (particularly whales), your family will love this! This UNESCO World Heritage Site, will take you on a pre-historic trip back in time when whales were totally different creatures! You'll see firsthand, massive fossil remains of the earliest (and now extinct) family of whales that lived on land. Follow the clearly laid out path, that even your littlest ones can tackle, where you'll see fossils all along the way. Be sure to stop inside the indoor museum onsite, where you'll gain invaluable information on the history and evolution of these incredible mammals (carefully labeled in both Arabic and English). Not to mention the massive fossil that you can snap cool pictures with!

This stunning protectorate will give you the desert escape you and your family have been longing for. The natural protectorate, along with Lake Qarun, covers an area of approximately 1759 square kilometres in the south-western part of the city and 40 kilometers towards Bahariya Oasis. Explore the natural water springs, water wells and its breathtaking waterfalls that are set against a backdrop of sand dunes and rocky areas. When the weather is suitable, you can even take a dip in the sandy beach area! Grab a local guide and you can even take part in some sand boarding or roam through the desert on camelback. There is an entrance fee of LE5 per vehicle payable at a toll booth on the edge of the protected area.

Dip your toes in one of the world's oldest natural lakes, and the third largest in Egypt. It's set within the stunning Wadi Al Rayyan protectorate, both of which will make your trip out into the desert oh so amazing. You can also ask a local guide, or the hotel/lodge you are staying out to organize a breathtaking boat tour on the lake for you.

Explore a world of ceramic masterpieces at Fayoum's famous pottery school. Browse through a variety of items to take home as a keepsake, or even try your hand at wheel throwing! The friendly staff there will gladly assist you at a small fee, and will explain how the entire process is completed.

Ride the ancient desert sands surrounding Fayoum's epic Magic Lake with Sandboarding Cairo Club every Friday. The programme includes visiting Wadi Al Rayan's beautiful waterfall, a safari ride, sand boarding, barbecue lunch, campfire & roasted marshmallows and more. Enjoy the beautiful Wadi Al Rayan protectorate for an adventure you will definitely never forget. Click "Read More" below, for price inclusions.

This beautiful art hub connects local and international artists, and is home to numerous workshops and children's camps. Your entire family will enjoy exploring the Caricature Museum, the first of its kind in the Middle East, home to artworks by 50 different artists from Egypt and the Middle East. The non profit center was founded by Egyptian artist, Mohamed Abla in 2006, and inspired by the beautiful nature of Tunis, They also run special workshops and activities just for children.

This homey dining gem offers your family scrumptious food, set in a scenic environment. The Swiss chef, cooking Egyptian and international cuisine, offers a vast menu to suit even your pickiest eaters. The restaurant is set in a large open area, allowing for kids to roam around safely. What's more is that the restaurant offers hands-on cooking classes, led by Chef Marcos and his skilled team. Your little ones can also make their very own pottery creations at the restaurant!

Situated in Tunis Village, this Agri Lodge sits on 45 acres of lush gardens, an organic farm, lake front and trails to explore. For ultimate privacy and simultaneous unity, the lodge is designed in such a way where all of the units are spread out rather than be all in one building. Choose between stand alone double rooms, a private villa, or secluded suites, for a perfect family getaway. Along with the stunning property, Kom El Dikka is famous for their scrumptious food, using ingredients grown in-house! Indulge in farm dishes like roasted duck, pigeon and their irresistible Molokhiya or freshly baked fiteer! Residents at Kom El Dikka can also enjoy an endless list of activities led by the lodge including bird watching, horseback riding, fishing, pottery, desert safaris and much much more.

Located in the heart of Tunis Village, Sobek hotel features rooms in a lush and peaceful garden. When the sun is out and the weather is suitable, be sure to take a dip in their inviting pool with its amazing view. The hotel also has breathtaking views of Fayoum's lake. Stay there for the night or simply indulge in a hearty and delicious meal there, set in a soothing environment. Their duck, pigeons and. molokhia are top sellers!

Safely situated between two breathtaking sand dunes, Qusoor El-Arab Camp is a perfect hideaway in Fayoum's desert. Stay overnight in huts or tents (bathrooms are available too), where you can indulge in delicious food and endless activities for your entire family. From an in-house zip line, sand boarding on the dunes, dune bashing, mandi dinners (slow roasted meat underground) and traditional breakfast, this camp has it all. Many parents recommend this camp as the ideal option for families because of its comfort, and the endless activities it offers for all sorts of ages and interests.

Camp in the heart of the desert at Zowara Ecolodge, situated in the Wadi Al Rayyan area. Bring your own tent, or sleep in one of their many huts, for a night in the great outdoors. Best of all, they organize multiple activities that are great for the entire family. From kayaking on the lake, sand boarding on the dunes to a thrilling buggy ride in the desert sands, the friendly staff at Zowara can help with all your adventurous needs.

Located in the heart of Tunis Village, this boutique resort is a member of the Small Luxury hotels of the world, and boasts 14 luxuries suites. Soak up the sun at the hotel's heated infinity pool, with its incredible view of Lake Qarun.

Located in the heart of Tunis village, Fayoum's infamous arts and crafts centre, Tzila Lodge offers its guests utmost privacy along with a spectacular view of Lake Qaroun from its rooftop terrace and a pool that's impossible to resist.

Tucked away in the heart of the beautiful Fayoum and overlooking the oh-so-peaceful Qaroun Lake is Byoum Lakeside Hotel. The Orascom hotel is unlike the many rustic lodges available in fayoum, in that it is a typical 4 star hotel. It boasts multiple rooms, a large inviting swimming pool and beautiful views of the lake!

Olive Tree Lodge is located in Tunis Village and overlooking Qarun Lake and vast olive fields. Its location gives you access to the authentic handicrafts of Fayoum, a wide variety of pottery and more of Tunis' attractions. The rooms are spacious with elements of local architecture mixed with modern furnishings and cleanliness.

Barefoot in Tunis is a small area of land which hosts a selection of three tiny houses that guests may rent for short or long periods of time. All of the tiny homes were built using sustainable methods and recycled materials, such as the old support beams of an Egyptian villa, old window shutters and sand-filled bottles. In addition to this, all of the houses also have at least one outlet where grey water gets channeled in the garden, trying hard to re-use water as best as possible. If you're looking for an out of the box experience, this is the choice for you! It's located in Tunis Village, right behind Evelyn's Pottery School.

Rent a full apartment or entire villa, that's set in a  lovely garden, and fully equipped with all your needs. The lodge is situated in Tunis village, giving you easy access to all the nearby attractions and handicrafts. There's also a secluded pool for those hot mornings when the sun shines bright! Their traditional Egyptian breakfast is a must try!