Top Middle East & Africa Unique Experiences - page 2

Every year a variety of dolphins species come to the waters of Oman to feed and play. Head out onto the waters of Oman during this private dolphin watching experience and observe species such as the Indian Ocean bottlenose, Indo-Pacific Humpback, rough-toothed, Risso’s, and more. Enjoy complimentary soft drinks and water while you sail and feel safe with a provided lifejacket.

Journey to Morocco’s Atlas Mountain area and spend the day exploring the Three Valleys on a private day trip that saves you from having to arrange travel logistics yourself. Your guide plans out the whole day for you, including transportation, so that you can enjoy your explorations without worry. Go on a camel ride and visit the home of a Berber family in Ait Souka to learn more about their everyday lives. Rnd the day in Moulay Brahim near the Asni Valley.

Soar over the Cradle of Humankind or the Magaliesberg mountain range on a sunrise hot air balloon flight. Have some refreshments as you watch the balloon being inflated, then set off on a scenic adventure in the sky. Fly over one of the two sites with your experienced pilot, taking in the sweeping views of South Africa below. After the flight, enjoy a full breakfast as you savor newly-minted memories.

One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Petra sits around 140 miles (230 kilometers) from Amman. So visiting on a day trip means around six hours driving, even more on group tours with pickup from multiple hotels. This comfortable private day tour gets you there fast, direct from your door, with Wi-Fi onboard and a local guide on arrival: entrance fees and meals are at your own expense.

Take in aerial views of Luxor and its iconic landmarks on this private 45-minute hot air balloon flight. Your pilot/guide will be dedicated to just you and your private party; you'll be able to ask questions and listen to commentary tailored to your interests. All transportation to and from the launch site is included for a door-to-door experience.

Dubai Safari Park houses thousands of animals—from elephants and big cats to reptiles—and combines them with feeding viewings, wildlife talks, shops, restaurants, and more for a fun and rewarding family day out. Make your visit smooth and easy by advance-booking entry to this engaging attraction. Choose from standard admission that includes a desert-safari-themed tour; or upgrade to add unlimited park shuttle train rides and hotel pickup for added convenience.

Enjoy the rare opportunity to visit one of the world’s oldest monasteries with this private day tour. Avoid the rush of public transport, and start with a private Sharm El Sheikh or Dahab pickup. Once at St. Catherine's Monastery, spend time exploring the Transfiguration Church, a descendent of the original burning bush, and the Well of Moses. Before the trip ends, a seafront lunch and a shopping break in Dahab are also included.

The ideal tour for travelers short on time, this half-day excursion to Gobustan National Park covers Azerbaijan’s iconic mud volcanoes in just a few hours. Listen to live onboard commentary as you travel comfortably from Baku in an air-conditioned minivan, with round-trip hotel transfers included. You’ll also get a peek at top sights in the capital, including Maiden and Tower Bibi-Heybat Mosque.

Visit Cairo’s essential historic destinations on a full-day tour with an experienced guide.explore the Coptic and Jewish landmarks of old Cairo, from the crypt below Abu Serga to the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue. Finish your tour in Cairo’s vibrant present, islamic cairo for browsing the bright displays of handicrafts, perfumes and souvenirs at Khan El Khalili bazaar.

If you have time for one side trip from Amman, make it Petra. Carved 2,300 years ago by the Nabataeans, this southern Jordan UNESCO-listed rock city is one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. This private tour whisks you there and back in a day by private air-conditioned vehicle and with an itinerary customizable to your wishes. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included, with optional local guiding at Petra at own expense.

Enjoy bird’s-eye views of Morocco’s deserts and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains on a hot-air balloon ride from Marrakech. Ride to the launch spot in the early morning and drift through the dawn skies over the desert valleys and hillsides just as the sun casts them in gold, orange and pink. Then, land safely back on ground to enjoy a tasty Berber breakfast and memorable camel ride. A flight certificate to commemorate your balloon ride is also included.

Discover the capital of Madagascar like a local when you book this customizable tour of Antananarivo. Join your private guide and create an itinerary based on your interests. “Lokafyer” tours rely on real locals to provide an authentic experience of the city, so it’s more like a friend showing you around their city.

Known as Egypt's open air museum, Luxor offers visitors the chance to experience the ancient world at its temples, monuments, and tombs. But few visitors get to see these historic sights from the sky. On this unparalleled hot air balloon adventure, see Luxor from high above the desert, and snap stunning photos in the morning light as you soar through the sky.

See the best of Ancient Egypt at a pace set by you on a private sightseeing tour that covers top attractions such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx. You’ll cover more sights in less time as you travel in air-conditioned comfort, and will see Cairo from a different perspective during a horse-and-carriage ride. Plus, you’ll benefit from the undivided attention of your private guide.

Learn about life in one of Africa’s largest urban slums in a responsible way by booking this private tour to Kibera Slum from Nairobi. You spend a full day exploring the markets, recycling plants, a bead factory, a kindergarten, and more. Your guide explains local issues the community is tackling, and gives you an insider look at the area’s culture.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of St. Catherine's is the oldest Christian monastery in the world. Visiting it is a must-do when in the Sinai region but it is tricky to get to. Skip the hassle on this tour from Dahab. Choose a tour timed to either sunrise or sunset and experience the changing colors from the summit of Mount Moses.

See a different side of Egypt on a private day tour to the Red Sea. Your driver will pick you up early in the morning and take you to Ain El Sokhna, where you'll spend the day swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing at your leisure. Lunch is included, and you'll have access to changing facilities at the beach. Travel in a latest model, air-conditioned private vehicle for comfort.

Delight in a full-day adventure, exploring the stunning wonders of Giza Pyramids, Sakkara, Dahshur Pyramids, and the historic city of Memphis. View the magnificent Sakkara step pyramid, the very first pyramid ever constructed. Discover the Dahshur, where the very concept of a true pyramid was born. Prepare to be enchanted by the mystical Sphinx and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the Valley Temple. And don't forget to pay your respects to the ancient capital of Memphis.

Witness Egypt’s greatest and oldest pyramids on a full-day trip from Cairo, including an Egyptian lunch. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan with an informative Egyptologist guide, visit the Great Pyramids, Sphinx and mummification Valley Temple at the Giza Plateau. Behold the three world-famous pyramids as you learn how and why they were built some 4,500 years ago. Continue to Sakkara to view Egypt’s oldest pyramid, the stepped stone tomb of the Pharaoh Djoser. Before returning to Cairo, stop at Dahshur to wonder at the strange-yet-beautiful Bent Pyramid and Red Pyramid.

Experience Egypt’s rich culture and history on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, marvel at the Great Pyramids and Sphinx and learn their ancient stories from an informative guide. Admire the tomb of Kagemni and the causeway of Unas at Saqqara, visit the ancient capital of Memphis, and finish the day with a relaxing felucca ride on the great Nile River.

Venture away from the mass crowds at Giza to see the lesser-known Dahshour pyramids. See the Bent, Red, White, and Black pyramids and the pyramid of Senusret III. Noble people and high-ranking officials from several dynasties and time periods reside within the tombs. After the pyramids, enjoy an authentic local lunch at an outdoor restaurant. You will also travel to the archeological site of Meidum, about 60 miles south of Cairo.

Avoid the hassle of sorting out last-minute transportation when you prebook a private tour to the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx. Choose from a wide range of packages, from a simple transportation package that includes door-to-door transfers from your hotel to an upgraded options that come with everything from guide services to entry fees and camel rides.

Go diving on your Hurghada vacation, and discover two impressive dive sites near the city’s coast. With an instructor, you’ll hear tips for safe underwater adventure at each site, and then dive beneath the surface of the sea to check out the marine life. An onboard lunch is an included perk.

Adventure seekers need look no further than this action-packed 4WD island tour from Santa Maria. A guide will help you see more than you ever could on your own, including Murdeira, Espargos, and Palmeira. You'll also have an opportunity to swim in Salt Lake with your group. Then, before heading to the sea to encounter lemon sharks in their natural habitat, you'll refuel at a local restaurant (own expense) at lunchtime.