Activities in Egypt Nature Exploration

Wadi El Hitan Fayoum Egypt tours, prices, booking, reviews

Wadi El Hitan Fayoum is an Arabic name which equivalent to Whales Valley in English. In fact, Wadi El Hitan is a pale ontological site situated in Fayoum, Egypt. It is about 150 km southwest of Cairo. Wadi El Hitan Fayoum designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2005. The valley has hundreds of fossils of some of the earliest forms of whale and the archaeoceti. (a now extinct sub-order of whales). The site reveals evidence for the explanation of one of the greatest mysteries. In fact, it is about the whales evolution. The emergence of the whale as an ocean-going mammal from a previous life as a land-based animal.

Wadi El Hitan has indeed hure number of fossils. In fact, they are accessible and sit in an attractive and protected landscape. That is why, Wadi El Hitan added by UNESCO to the list of protected World Heritage sites. In fact, the fossils which found at Wadi El Hitan Fayoum are not the. However, they feature great concentration in the area. Moreover, the degree of their preservation is really amazing. Some stomach contents indeed are intact. Moreover, the valley has fossils of other early animals such as sharks. Furthermore, the valley also has fossils of crocodiles, saw-fish, turtles and rays. The first fossil skeletons of whales discovered in the winter of 1902-3. For the next 80 years they attracted little interest. In fact, it was due to the difficulty of reaching the area.

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In the 1980 interest in the site resumed as four wheel drive vehicles became more available. The remains display the typical streamlined body form of modern whales. They retain some of the primitive aspects of skull and tooth structure. The largest skeleton which found, reached up to 21 m in length. It is with well-developed five-fingered flippers on the forelimbs. The unexpected presence of hind legs, feet, and toes not known. Their form was serpentine and they were carnivorous. A few of these skeletal remains exposed but most shallowly buried in sediments. And then, slowly uncovered by erosion. In fact, Wadi El Hitan Fayoum provides evidences of millions of years of coastal marine life. Fossils are present in high numbers and often show excellent quality of preservation.

The most conspicuous fossils are the skeletons and bones of whales and sea cows. In fact, there are also several hundred fossils of these have which documented. The fossils of whales vary from single bones to entire skeletons. Many of partial skeletons are currently on display in the public part of the park. The two common whales are the large Basilosaurus, and the smaller (3 to 5 meter) Dorudon. At least two other species known from rarer remains. The whales have small hind limbs which not seen in modern whales. Moreover, they also have a powerful skull with teeth. In fact, they are like those of carnivorous land mammals. Other mammals represented by the skeletons of three species of sirenia or sea cows. Bones of the primitive elephant Moeritherium also recorded in Wadi El Hitan Fayoum.

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In fact, fossil reptiles represented by fossils of crocodiles and sea turtles. Furthermore, bones of sea snakes also recorded in Wadi El Hitan Fayoum. In fact, Wadi El Hitan Fayou has also many species of bony fish, sharks and rays. Larger fish fossils include the rostra and pegs of sawfish. A sawfish rostrum of 1.8 meters long laid out in the park. Fossil shells not common in the main whale-bearing rocks. In fact, they are common in other rocks. Moreover, many fallen rocks seen to be full of a wide variety of fossil shells. Disc-shaped nummulite fossils are common in places. A large log is also present in Wadi El Hitan park. In fact, the geology of Wadi El Hitan gives rise to the scenery. It is with wind and water erosion producing spectacular cliffs and buttes.

The rocks at Wadi El Hitan are all Middle to Late Eocene in age. Moreover, they comprise three main rock units. The Gehannam Formation comprises open marine mud stones. In fact, they are present on the flatter ground to the East of the public park. The rock unit which contains most of the whale fossils is the Birket Qarun Formation. This comprises yellowish open marine sandstone which form most of the cliffs and buttes. In fact, the monotony of these sandstone broken by a white layer. The layer full of well preserved animal burrows. A layer of black mud stone above that. When the cliffs of the Lake Qarun Formation followed to the East, they replaced by Gehannam. In fact, they replaced by mud stones formation indicating a change in water depth.

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In fact, it was from shallower to deeper in that direction. The tops of the higher cliffs are within the Qasr El Sagha Formation. The formation comprises dark mud stones. It alternate with limestone full of shells and represents a lagoon environment. Wadi El Hitan is also the home to 15 species of desert plants and about 15 types of wild mammals. In fact, it include the north African jackal, red fox. and Egyptian mongoose. It also include African wildcat and Dorcas gazelle. Fennec foxes visit the camp site at night. Only about 1,000 visitors a year drive into Wadi El Hitan by 4WD. In fact, it is because the track unpaved.

Most of visitors to Wadi El Hitan are foreigners who usually camp in the valley on winter weekends. Wadi El Hitan is within the Wadi El Rayan which is also a Protected Area in Egypt. The same protection management plan restricts visitors. In fact, they restricted to prearrange guided tours along a prescribed trail. Sustainable tourism is the beginning to develop and grow in the area. The 4WD replaced by foot or camel treks. A part of Wadi El Hitan made into a tourist venue. That is why, walkways between the main fossils laid out and small shelters built. This public park now visited by tourist groups and a small camp site is present.

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The valley located behind a mountain, known as Garet Gohannam. In fact, Gara means hill or mountain and Garet Gohannam means the mountain of hell. In the light of the setting sun, the mountain seems ablaze with an eerie red light. The Egyptian government alleged that a pair of cars driven by Belgian diplomats entered a protected zone in this area. In fact, they and caused 325,000 US dollars worth of damage. It was in July 2007. The Belgium government said no damage caused by its diplomats. In fact, this issue remains unresolved.
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Egypt Bird Watching tours, booking, prices, reviews

Egypt Bird watching is one of the most popular activities in Egypt. In fact, Many of tourists come to Egypt only for Bird Watching touring. Moreover, Egypt Bird Watching touring started since 150 years ago. In fact, the birds watching touring is not much like the historical tours in Egypt. Actually, Egypt has an expanding national parks system since 20 years ago. Of course, Egypt Bird watching activity will become more popular. In fact, Egypt birds played an important role in the history of the country. Some of gods, such as Horus, express themselves in different birds. In fact, this was common in the religion of Ancient Egypt.

Even the myths of early creation evolved around certain birds. As an example, Pino, whichmade from the Yellow Bug (Motacilla flava). In fact, it later portrayed as the gray heron (ardea cinera). Another example is Horus, who manifested in the form of a hawk. Moreover, gods like Thoth could represented as Ibis. Rei was one of the most important gods in Egypt through its ancient history. In fact, he often represented by a falcon head, such as Nemti, Monto, Sukar and Sobdo. There was also a female goddess represented in the form of an eagle. In fact, many of these birds kept in sacred herds by ancient Egyptians. Moreover, some individual birds even elevated to temple animals.

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So that the souls (ba) of the ancient Egyptians often depicted as birds. Moreover, the ancient Egyptians were great natural historians. The walls of their temples and tombs depict more than 76 different species of birds. Many of these images represent hunting, which were sometimes symbolic. Many of habitats in Egypt particularly suitable for bird populations. They include, of course, the fertile Nile Valley. In fact, there are about 150 breeding birds residing in Egypt. Egypt Bird Watching include these birds which live in Egypt. In fact, the birds belong to zoo geographic regions which consist of Palaearctic and Ethiopian. They are birds and water songs confined to the Nile Valley, the Delta and some Western oases.

In fact, the activity include some of the mentioned birds. However, Egypt is a migration corridor that attracts about 280 species of birds. Egypt Bird watching tour will include some of these birds. Moreover, Egypt indeed has a unique geographical location. Actually, it is like a bridge between the continents of Europe, Asia and Africa. Millions of birds pass through the country from Scandinavia, Eastern Europe. That is why the activity could include these birds during their trips. In fact, the return back through Egypt every spring. Birds migration starts in the winter months, from mid of February. In fact, the first wave of storks and birds can seen.

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Moreover, Summer migration begins in early August. It is when the migration of waterbirds starts in Zaranik in northern Sinai. Furthermore, the White Stork migration begins in the southern Gulf of Suez. Egypt Bird watching programs can handled during these times of the year. In fact, here are many sites which are suitable for this activity. One of the most unusual sites, is Lake Burullus, which may need a special permits to visit. In fact, the lake located in the Nile Delta and surrounded by swamps. The swamps make it an important winter area for the Wigeon and Suffers. Pochards, Boots and Whiskered Terns also found.

Lake Manzala also is suitable for Egypt Bird Watching activity. In fact, it reclaimed for agricultural land. However, it still offers chances to explore some birds like Shildox anf Shobers. and Kyots during the winter. Moreover, there are also many of coastal birds such as Avocets. The activity also can done on Lake Bardawil. In fact, the lake located on the northern coast of Sinai. In deed, the lake is one of the most famous bird watching areas in Egypt. Moreover, it located near El Arish which is important migration route, especially for waterbirds. Visiting the site during the autumn migration season indeed is exciting. Here you can find herons and ducks (especially the Garganeys). In fact, they pass thousands, as do coastal birds such as Sander-lings.

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Little Stints, Dunlins and Avocets also pass. Furthermore, Flamingos are common in both Lake Bardawil lake and Manzala lake. Egypt Bird Watching activity also handled in Wadi El Natrun. In fact, the valley during antiquity, was a source of salt for the inhabitants of Egypt. The valley now inhabited with some of the Christian monasteries. In fact, it was On the beginning of the Christian period. which still remain to this day. The desert road which links Cairo with Alexandria, has many lakes and marshes. They are also suitable for the activity. Cairo itself offers the greatest chance for Egypt Bird Watching activity. Giza Zoo offers both arched and other birds in its gardens.

In fact, the Zoo located in Giza near to Cairo University. Many migratory birds can found here during migration seasons. Moreover, the Zoo has birds that breed birds include the Sun birds and the Egrets. Senegal The thick knees occupy the rooftops of the city. The Yellow Mount treatment plant offers waders and light colored candles. In fact, it offers to a certain extent, the Egyptian white and rare Egyptian Canvans. Actually, the mount located near Cairo international airport. The Suez Canal also is one of the most important site for Egypt Bird Watching activity. In fact, it located in one of the most important migrating birds migratory birds. Also, clay plains frequented by a large number of migratory coastal birds.

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In the Gulf, many species of gulls and seals are many. Other casual visitors include white-eyed parrots and small-horsemen. Ain Sukhna is also important area for Egypt Bird Watching activity. It located South of the city of Suez. In fact, it is a growing tourist community where birds can seen along the majestic plateau. Moreover, gazelles and tractors found in coastal gardens and scrub. Furthermore, seabirds can also seen such as white-eyed seagulls and quick daggers. The activity also can done in Fayoum Oasis. In fact, the oasis once well known for hunting birds, but this seems rare now. Moreover, this large oasis which includes Qarun’s Lake, is excellent for bird watching. The Grebes winter area, ducks, cabins and beach birds seen there.

Ras Muhammad of course is one of the most important area for Egypt Bird Watching touring. In fact, this park located in the southern tip of Sinai, south of Sharm. Moreover, it is one of the best and most famous protected areas in Egypt. Furthermore, it is famous for its coral reefs more than its birds. However, this is the nesting ground for Osprey and Sooty Falcons. The White Storks passes over thousands during the fall. Eagles and coastal birds also available there. Luxor is a major tourist attraction for its temples and its magnificent tombs. But in fact, it is also an excellent location for typical bird watching in the Nile Valley.

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Here, one finds Purple Galinol, Senegal and thick knee. You will also find Nile Valley bird, Sun-birds and even rare painted jellyfish. Aswan, also offers exceptional activity of Egypt Bird Watching. exploration. In fact, the small sailboat ride is often part of tourist tours in Aswan. You will have a good opportunity to watch the bird of the sad green. It is as well as other birds for breeding and water birds such as Egyptian geese and Egyptian eagle. Abu Simbel is also one of great areas for the activity. In fact, many African bird species can found there along the shores of Lake Nasser.

The pink-backed swans, yellow yellow buffets and African barracuda seen over there. Moreover, the pink-headed baths and African panic waves also found. Egypt Bird Watching activity can also done in Mount of Elba. In fact, the mount located in the far eastern corner of Egypt. It offers unique landscapes which are different from the rest of the country. Ostrich, eagles Verreaux, pink-headed doves and Rosy-patched Shrikes found there. In fact, this area is a national protected area and it is difficult to reach it. Furthermore, it need special permits from the Egyptian authorization.

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Burullus Lake Alexandria

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Aswan National Parks tours, booking, prices, reviews

Aswan National Parks include Saluga and Ghazal Islands which located in the Nile River. In fact, the islands are about 3 kilometers north of the High Dam. Islands of Asbournati, Amoun and the plantation garden at Aswan are north of the reserve vicinity. As for Sehel Island, it lies in its southern area. The Islands characterized by predominantly expanding kinds of bushes. In fact, they survived after the establishment of the Old Dam and the High Dam. Moreover, the huge greenery in the area comprises 94 kinds of various plants. The favorable natural conditions in the area provided wildlife chances for resident as well as migrating birds. In fact, about 60 kinds of these rare Birds live at Saluga and Ghazal Islands.

Aswan National Parks also include Sehel Island which located about 4 kilometers south of Aswan. In fact, Sehel Island located in the Nile to the north of the Old Dam. In ancient times travelers made a pilgrimage to the sacred Island of Sehel. It was on their way to Nubia or their return from an expedition to the south. They left inscriptions which record their appeals or prayers of gratitude for help. Several of them recorded events and journeys into Nubia. It was by officials on the king’s business. The inscriptions carved or bruised onto the jumbled mounds of granite boulders. They strewn over several areas of Sehel Island. In fact, Flinders Petrie visited the island of Sehel in 1887 and took photographs.

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Aswan National Parks also include Wadi El Allaqi which located 180 Km southeast of Aswan, Egypt. The area of the valley declared as a protectorate in 1989. In fact, the valley area is about 30000 square kilometer. The area is a large dry river which used to rise from the Red Sea hills especially Elba mountain. After the construction of the High Dam in Aswan, the water flowed and collected into the valley. And then, it became the lakes’ part. The valley features more than 90 species of plants. They are from the annual and perennial categories. Moreover, it also has over 15 species of mammals and 16 species of birds. The valley also has some venom containing reptiles and a large variety of invertebrates. The Wadi has greenery and rich soil acting as a pasture for animals.

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Wadi El Allaqi Aswan

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Aswan Islands list tours, booking, prices, reviews

Aswan Islands include Elephantine Island which located in the center of the Nile at Aswan. In fact, Elephantine Island was the original “border town”. The border town was between Egypt and the Nubian lands to the south. Moreover, in ancient times it was an important strategic position. It was both for the defense of the border and as a trading route. The island inhabited from the Early Dynastic Period. It was through Roman times until the present day. In fact, the ancient name of Elephantine Island Aswan was “Apu” or “Yebu”. It means elephant and derived from the shape of the smooth gray boulders. In fact, the boulders surround the island and look like elephants in the water. There was a great deal of building activity on Elephantine Island Aswan. In fact, it was over the centuries. Though most of the ancient structures vanished now.

Aswan Islands also include Kitchener’s Island which known as the botanical garden and El Nabatat Island. In fact Kitchener’s Island is an An oval-shaped island in the Nile at Aswan, Egypt. The island granted to Lord Horatio Kitchener in the 1890. It was for his part in the Sudanese campaigns while he was the Egyptian Consul. In fact, Kitchener was a keen gardener. He turned his island home into a botanical garden. Moreover, he imported the exotic plants and trees which flourished in the Aswan climate. Kitchener’s Island constructed in 1899 under the supervision of the Ministry of Irrigation. It turned into an experimental station for plants from equatorial regions in 1928.

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Aswan Islands also include Philae Island which located southeast of Aswan, Egypt. In fact, it was formerly an island in the First Cataract of the Nile River. The island also was the previous site of an Ancient temple complex in southern Egypt. The complex dismantled and relocated to nearby Agilkia Island. It was during a UNESCO project which started because Aswan High Dam construction. In fact, the site partly flooded by the earlier Aswan Low Dam for half a century. The island mentioned by many ancient writers like Strabo, Ptolemy and Seneca. It was, as the plural name indicates, the appellation of two small islands. They situated in latitude 24° north, just above the First Cataract near Aswan. The distance between these Islands and Aswan is about 61.5 miles (99 km).

Aswan Islands also include include Saluga and Ghazal Islands which located in the Nile River. In fact, the islands are about 3 kilometers north of the High Dam. Islands of Asbournati, Amoun and the plantation garden at Aswan are north of the reserve vicinity. As for Sehel Island, it lies in its southern area. The Islands characterized by predominantly expanding kinds of bushes. In fact, they survived after the establishment of the Old Dam and the High Dam. Moreover, the huge greenery in the area comprises 94 kinds of various plants. The favorable natural conditions in the area provided wildlife chances for resident as well as migrating birds. In fact, about 60 kinds of these rare Birds live at Saluga and Ghazal Islands.

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Aswan Islands also include Sehel Island which located about 4 kilometers south of Aswan. In fact, Sehel Island located in the Nile to the north of the Old Dam. In ancient times travelers made a pilgrimage to the sacred Island of Sehel. It was on their way to Nubia or their return from an expedition to the south. They left inscriptions which record their appeals or prayers of gratitude for help. Several of them recorded events and journeys into Nubia. It was by officials on the king’s business. The inscriptions carved or bruised onto the jumbled mounds of granite boulders. They strewn over several areas of Sehel Island. In fact, Flinders Petrie visited the island of Sehel in 1887 and took photographs.

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Elephantine Island Aswan

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Kitchener’s Island Aswan

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Aswan Nature Exploration tours, booking, prices, reviews

Aswan Nature Exploration represented by Bird Watching. It is one of the most unique experience in Aswan. In fact, birds important to Egypt since the time of the Pharoahs. It was when gods from Horus to Re depicted as hawks, ibis, falcons, and vultures. Over 70 different species of birds depicted on temples walls. In fact, today, over 100 different species of birds are indigenous to Egypt. The country is an important migration corridor which attracting over 280 species of birds. Millions of birds pass through the country on their way from Europe and Central Asia. In fact, it is on their way to eastern and southern Africa in the Fall and back in the Spring. There are many excellent places to watch the birds in Egypt.

Aswan Nature Exploration also represented by Elephantine Island which located in the center of the Nile at Aswan. In fact, Elephantine Island was the original “border town”. The border town was between Egypt and the Nubian lands to the south. Moreover, in ancient times it was an important strategic position. It was both for the defense of the border and as a trading route. The island inhabited from the Early Dynastic Period. It was through Roman times until the present day. In fact, the ancient name of Elephantine Island Aswan was “Apu” or “Yebu”. It means elephant and derived from the shape of the smooth gray boulders. In fact, the boulders surround the island and look like elephants in the water. There was a great deal of building activity on Elephantine Island Aswan. In fact, it was over the centuries. Though most of the ancient structures vanished now.

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Aswan Nature Exploration also represented by Kitchener’s Island which known as the botanical garden and El Nabatat Island. In fact Kitchener’s Island is an An oval-shaped island in the Nile at Aswan, Egypt. The island granted to Lord Horatio Kitchener in the 1890. It was for his part in the Sudanese campaigns while he was the Egyptian Consul. In fact, Kitchener was a keen gardener. He turned his island home into a botanical garden. Moreover, he imported the exotic plants and trees which flourished in the Aswan climate. Kitchener’s Island constructed in 1899 under the supervision of the Ministry of Irrigation. It turned into an experimental station for plants from equatorial regions in 1928.

Aswan Nature Exploration also represented by Philae Island which located southeast of Aswan, Egypt. In fact, it was formerly an island in the First Cataract of the Nile River. The island also was the previous site of an Ancient temple complex in southern Egypt. The complex dismantled and relocated to nearby Agilkia Island. It was during a UNESCO project which started because Aswan High Dam construction. In fact, the site partly flooded by the earlier Aswan Low Dam for half a century. The island mentioned by many ancient writers like Strabo, Ptolemy and Seneca. It was, as the plural name indicates, the appellation of two small islands. They situated in latitude 24° north, just above the First Cataract near Aswan. The distance between these Islands and Aswan is about 61.5 miles (99 km).

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Aswan Nature Exploration also represented by Saluga and Ghazal Islands which located in the Nile River. In fact, the islands are about 3 kilometers north of the High Dam. Islands of Asbournati, Amoun and the plantation garden at Aswan are north of the reserve vicinity. As for Sehel Island, it lies in its southern area. The Islands characterized by predominantly expanding kinds of bushes. In fact, they survived after the establishment of the Old Dam and the High Dam. Moreover, the huge greenery in the area comprises 94 kinds of various plants. The favorable natural conditions in the area provided wildlife chances for resident as well as migrating birds. In fact, about 60 kinds of these rare Birds live at Saluga and Ghazal Islands.

Aswan Nature Exploration also represented by Sehel Island which located about 4 kilometers south of Aswan. In fact, Sehel Island located in the Nile to the north of the Old Dam. In ancient times travelers made a pilgrimage to the sacred Island of Sehel. It was on their way to Nubia or their return from an expedition to the south. They left inscriptions which record their appeals or prayers of gratitude for help. Several of them recorded events and journeys into Nubia. It was by officials on the king’s business. The inscriptions carved or bruised onto the jumbled mounds of granite boulders. They strewn over several areas of Sehel Island. In fact, Flinders Petrie visited the island of Sehel in 1887 and took photographs.

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Aswan Nature Exploration also represented by Wadi El Allaqi which located 180 Km southeast of Aswan, Egypt. The area of the valley declared as a protectorate in 1989. In fact, the valley area is about 30000 square kilometer. The area is a large dry river which used to rise from the Red Sea hills especially Elba mountain. After the construction of the High Dam in Aswan, the water flowed and collected into the valley. And then, it became the lakes’ part. The valley features more than 90 species of plants. They are from the annual and perennial categories. Moreover, it also has over 15 species of mammals and 16 species of birds. The valley also has some venom containing reptiles and a large variety of invertebrates. The Wadi has greenery and rich soil acting as a pasture for animals.

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Ashtum El Gamil National Park tours, booking, prices, reviews

Ashtum El Gamil National Park is a protected area in Tennis Island, Manzala Lake. In fact, Manzala Lake lies on the Mediterranean coast. It is in the north eastern part of the Nile Delta in Egypt. Moreover, the park belongs to Port Said Governor-ate. The area of Ashtum El Gamil National Park is about 180 km 2. It includes the Strait of El Gamil and the Strait of El Gamil. They link the lake with Mediterranean Sea. Moreover, they also renew the water circulation inside the lake. They increase the stock of fish and prevent concentration of heavy elements. In fact, the park occupies two-thirds of aquatic ecosystem of Manzala Lake.

In fact, Tennis Island archaeological dates back to the Ayyubid which makes it one of tourist attraction. Ashtum El Gamil National Park lies in the face of the conduct of bird migration lines in the immigration seasons. Tel Tennis archaeological site is an habitat for rest, food and reproduction for all types of resident and migratory birds. Prevalence and diversity of vegetation within the reserve ecosystems (ecosystem Ground – water – salt-loving).

Ashtum El Gamil National Park Location:

Ashtum EL Gamil located in the west of Port Said. The line parallel to the coastal road of Port Said Damietta. It is in the beginning of Kilo 6 to the km 13. And then veers into the lake by the coordinates even up to Albstehr Sea on the south side. Ashtum El Gamil lies in the northwestern part of Manzala Lake. It’s area is 172 km2.

Getting there:

It lies about 13 km west of Port Said city. Moreover, you can get to the visitors center of Ashtum El Gamil bay taking Port Said – Demiat Road. The center located at KM 10.

Access to the protected area:

In fact, there is no charge to enter the protected and protected open for visitors

Targets of creation Ashtum El Gamil:

1. The conservation of Manzala Lake biodiversity.

2. Maintenance of ecological and environmental systems protected area of Lake Manzala.

3. The conservation of Birds groups. These which threatened with extinction. Both resident and migrating to the lake during migration seasons.

4. Preservation of fish stocks in Manzala Lake, especially the excellent marine species.

5. Maintain the medicinal plants and the development of sound it uses.

6. Preservation of Islamic monuments and tennis area, which dates back to the Ayyubid era.

7. Promote environmental awareness among all constituencies.

Archaeological character:

In fact, Tel Tennis located to the southwest of Port Said. It is 7 km inside Manzala Lake. Its area is about 8 km2. This area was agricultural land fertile and be perfectly tender. Furthermore, it dropped its territory in the wake of an earthquake occurred in the late sixth century. The water broke into the sand dunes that separated between the sea and the land. It took water covered year after year. So the region flooded except for the city of Tennis. It was a great building full of quarters, widening trade and livelihood. Moreover, it renowned industry minute and cultivated with palm trees and vines and textiles. It was named Tennis relative to the Tennis Bin Ham the son of Noah

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Tel Tennis Archaeological:

It includes the monuments of the Tennis town dating to the sixth century AD. Moreover, it located in the south to Ashtum EL Gamil. It is one of the attractions of the resident and migratory birds

Water sources in Manzala Lake:

Saltwater water sources saltwater comes from El Gamil And Ashtum Straits. And one more from Al Boughdady Strait which located in north of the lake. One more from Al Borg Strait which located in the northwest of the lake. The last one is from Suze canal which provides the lake with 1.5 % of the water. Fresh Water sources come from banks located in the south and west of the lake. They are Bahr El Bakar bank, El Serrw bank, Ramses Bank, Hados Bank and El Annaneyya Bank. They provide the lake with 97% of the water. The rest comes from the rain. Manzala Lake depth ranging between 80 cm and 300 cm near Al boaquez.

Ashtum El Gamil environment:

In fact, the weather is dry. The temperatures ranges between 27.7 Celsius during the summer and 15.3 Celsius during winter. The relative humidity is almost of no less than 60%. A higher moisture registered 73.9% during April and lower relative humidity of 59.3% in March. The average rainfall in the year is 68.84 mm / year. It considered the highest rainfall rate is 24.64% in October. The prevailing winds are north-west. Moreover, the high winds ranging between 14.7 km / h in January and 19 km / h in February.

Ashtum El Gamil National Park Biodiversity:

It has 80 species of productive organisms

1. Birds:

In fact, Ashtum El Gamil is one of the most important area for bird watching in Egypt. Moreover, it has about 233 species of birds. Some of them are residents such as Pied Kingfisher, Agd doves and Little Egret. Furthermore, the others are Immigrant such as ducks, white anxiety, quail, Alger and wading birds.

2. Plant:

Ashtum El Gamil has more than 50 species of plants

3. Fish

In fact, Manzal Lake indeed is one of the most important sources of fish in Egypt. Moreover, it is a main source of fish that live in the freshwater. Fish are such as White and Green Tilapia. Besides to the fish that live in salt water such as thin lip – and mullet

The direct economic importance of Ashtum El Gamil National Park:

Ashtum El Gemil National Park is indeed important for agriculture, medicine, industry and the environment.

In the field of agriculture:

· Wild plants represent a source of food, both for birds, fish and animals within the reserve.

· The advantage of existing genetic material inside the wild plants. It used in the improvement of some agricultural crops strains

· Some wild plants such as Azolla plant used in plant nitrogen fixation. This also leads to reduced use of chemical fertilizers.

In the field of medicine:

In fact, some wild plants such as leaf rode used to produce drugs. The drugs help in the treatment of many diseases. In fact, this planet used as a remedy repellent intestinal worms (Ascaris) and also powerful purgative. There is also wild hibiscus plant. Moreover, it used in the treatment of gastroenteritis and anemia. Furthermore, it also used to treat sore throat and tonsils. Murar Plant used in the treatment of bleeding, a diuretic and anthelmintic.

In the field of industry:

· Most of the locals use some types of plants in handicrafts such as mat and Almhnat

· Some of these plants intervention in the paper industry and production of natural gas.

In the field of the environment: –

· Some plants used in Sewage treatment, industrial and agricultural. It called biological therapy

Alexandria Nature Exploration tours, booking, reviews

Alexandria Nature Exploration represented by Ashtum El Gamil National Park. It is a protected area in Tennis Island, Manzala Lake. The lake lies on the Mediterranean coast in the north eastern part of the Nile Delta. The National Park belongs to Port Said Governor-ate. The area of Ashtum El Gamil National Park is about 180 km 2. It includes two straits. They link the lake with Mediterranean Sea. Moreover, they renew the water circulation inside the lake. They increase the stock of fish and prevent concentration of heavy elements.

Alexandria Nature Exploration also represented by Burullus Lake. It situated along the Mediterranean coast. Moreover, it also occupies a more or less, central position between the two branches of the Nile. It extends between 31o 22′ – 31 o 26′ N and 30 o 33′ – 31 o 07′ E. Furthermore, it is a shallow brackish lake, connected with the sea by a small outlet (Boughaz). It is about 50m wide near El Burg village. The length of the lake is about 65 km. The width varied between 6 and 16 km, with an average of about 11 km. The depth of the lake ranges between 0.42 and 2.07 m.

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Alexandria Nature Exploration also represented by Bird Watching on Burullus Lake. Up to 42 Marsh Harrier recorded on it. Red-throat Pipit, Rock Pipit and Yellow Wagtail also reported. They are abundant in winter. The total number of waterbirds wintering in Burullus Lake and adjacent marshes exceed half a million. Land reclamation along the southern and south-eastern periphery of the lake, is the main threat. The continuous land reclamation projects have an irreversible impact on the ecosystem of the lake. This is because of its great international importance as a wintering area for the Pale-arctic waterbirds.

Alexandria Nature Exploration also represented by Nelson’s Island. It lies approximately 20 kilometers east of the Egyptian port of Alexandria. In fact, Nelson’s Island is four kilometers north of Cape Abu Qir. It and guards the northern approach of Abu Qir Bay, which is the western part of the Nile Delta. In fact, Abu Qir Bay provided one of the primary commercial routes leading into the Nile River. Moreover, it became a major commercial and religious center. The position of Nelson’s Island ensured that it too became an important site.

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Dr. Gallo’s excavations that commenced in 1997 are beginning to reveal its archaeological riches. In fact, Nelson’s Island is quite small extending around 350 meters on a rough north-south axis. Nelson’s Island is about 125 meters at its widest point (the southern end). But as Dr. Gallo points out ‘it is small for an island but big for an archaeological site!’. The island littered with potsherds and the faint outline of walls and structures.

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Ain Sokhna Birds Watching, Egypt information, tours, booking

Ain Sokhna Birds Watching is one of the most favorite destination for watching the birds. In fact, Ain Sokhna located on the Egyptian Red Sea coast. Moreover, it is only an hour and a half driving from Cairo, Egypt. Moreover, it is a touristic area which known to be an important bottleneck for birds migratory. Ain Sokhna located south of Suez city in Egypt. Moreover, the importance of Ain Sokhna Bird Watching activity increases by time.

In fact, the area is a great site for observing the spring migration. Have a luck enough and go there at the right time. If you did, you will you have a big chance to spot migrating birds along the Galala Plateau. The passerines are among the scrubs and gardens. Moreover, seabirds such as White eyed Gulls and Swift Terns are along the coast. In fact, there are more of birds there. Contact us for a day trip to have the bird watching in this amazing spot. Have a good chance.

Aswan Bird Watching tours, booking, prices, reviews

Aswan Bird watching is one of the most unique experience in Aswan. In fact, birds important to Egypt since the time of the Pharoahs. It was when gods from Horus to Re depicted as hawks, ibis, falcons, and vultures. Over 70 different species of birds depicted on temples walls. In fact, today, over 100 different species of birds are indigenous to Egypt. The country is an important migration corridor which attracting over 280 species of birds. Millions of birds pass through the country on their way from Europe and Central Asia. In fact, it is on their way to eastern and southern Africa in the Fall and back in the Spring. There are many excellent places to watch the birds in Egypt.

We already arrange special multi-day visits to places like Burullus Lake and Gebel Elba. Moreover, we also do to Manzala Lake, Bardawil Lake, Suez and Fayoum Oasis. Furthermore, we also do to Ras Mohammad and Wadi El Natrun. In fact, Aswan has exceptional marshes and islands. The Bird watching in Aswan is wonderful to see the Green Heron and Egyptian Goose. Moreover, the bird watching in Aswan includes Lappet-faced and Egyptian Vultures. Furthermore, the bird watching in Aswan also includes King Fishers, Malachite King Fishers and Striated Herons. Aswan Birds watching include Little Bitten Herons, Night Herons and Little Green Bee Eaters. Moreover, Aswan Birds watching also include Nile Valley Sun-birds.

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In fact, Beyond Aswan bird watching opportunities, Aswan is also the home of a large number of Nubian. The ancient people of southern Egypt and northern Sudan settled here. It was after being re- locate from villages. In fact, it was when Nasser’s Lake created with the Aswan High Dam. Aswan is the home of the Nubian Museum which holds an amazing collection of Nubian artifacts. Aswan Bird watching include two-day Nubian bird-watching adventure. The adventure includes an exciting day out with one of the top bird experts in the region. It also includes a day tour to visit Nubian Village and the Nubian Museum. Sailing the Nile River on a Felucca gives you great bird watching opportunities.

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Picking you up will be with an expert Bird Guide from your departure point. And then, there will be a transfer on to a traditional felucca sailboat at the dockside in Aswan. In fact, you will set sail across the Nile from the East Bank to the West Bank of the Nile. It will be towards Lord Kitchener’s Island. From here, the bird guide will start to point out the locations of where you will see the birds. Whilst passing along the Island, there is beautiful flora and fauna. They are such as Hibiscus, bougainvillea and poinciana. Moreover, you will also see the acacia trees and mimosa all blooming in radiant colors.

And then, we will sail towards the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan. You will watch many more bird species wading in the waters of the Cataract Islands. Aswan Birds watching tour indeed is delightful tour for nature lovers. Finally, you will return to the dock in Aswan and transferred to your original pick up point.

Burullus Lake Bird Watching tours, booking, prices, reviews

Burullus Lake Bird Watching is amazing one and fantastic as well. The lake is along Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast. Moreover, it occupies a more or less, central position between the two branches of the Nile. Moreover, it extends between 31o 22′ – 31 o 26′ N and 30 o 33′ – 31 o 07′ E. It is a shallow brackish lake. Moreover, it connected with the sea by a small outlet (Boughaz), about 50 m wide near El Burg village.

In fact, the length of the lake is about 65 km. The width varied between 6 and 16 km, with an average of about 11 km. The depth of the lake ranges between 0.42 and 2.07 m. Moreover, the eastern sector of the lake is the shallowest, showing an average depth of 0.8 m. The present area of Burullus Lake is 420 km 2 (100000 acre) of which 370 km 2 is open water. The Former estimates of the area were 588 km 2 (140000 acre) in 1913. 574 km 2 (136620 acre) in 1956 and 462 km 2 (110000 acre) in 1974.

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It seems that during the last 6 years there has been a reduction in the lake area by 30%. In fact, this decrease is due to continuous land reclamation projects along the southern and eastern shores of the lake. Burullus Lake indeed is a wintering area of international importance for waterbirds. It is especially for Wigeon, Shoveler, Pochard, Feruginous Duck, Coot and Whiskered Tern.

Burullus Lake indeed is one of the most important wintering areas. In fact, the importance is for the Whiskered Tern breeding in Europe and Western Asia. The lake contains the highest concentration of this species in the world. Bird watching Burullus lake indeed is unique. In fact, more than 42 Marsh Harrier recorded on it.

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In fact, Red throat-ed Pipit, Rock Pipit, and Yellow Wagtail reported. They are abundant in winter. Moreover, the total number of waterbirds wintering in Burullus Lake and adjacent marshes exceed half a million. Land reclamation along the southern and south-eastern periphery of the lake, is the main threat. Furthermore, the continuous land reclamation projects have an irreversible impact on the ecosystem of the lake. This is because of its great international importance as a wintering area for the Palearctic waterbirds. It strongly suggested to stop further land reclamation. In fact, it made Burullus Lake and adjacent marshes a wildlife reserve.