Aswan High Dam, rock-fill dam across the Nile River at Aswān, Egypt, completed in 1970 (and formally inaugurated in January 1971) at a cost of …See more
It’s a big dam. You see some turbines and water. It’s not scenic, a cafe and a cheap souvenir shop. Spend your precious time somewhere where else and skip the drive to see nothing of note. A Russian/… Full review by CazH01
Oct 6, 2024
Really appreciate having been here but oddly there's not much to see. There is no imposing edifice or gushing waters, only a road that you stop on and look at a patch of water on one side then anothe… Full review by Chris S
Aug 8, 2024
Although interesting to hear about the dams and how it evolved and the impacts and benefits there really is little to see. Although we did see crocs in Lake Nasser Full review by Ann S
We're going on several excursions including this one. Bit concerned about drinking water Is there plenty of places to buy and what kind of price do they charge Not being tight just being warned by everyone about being ripped off. Also, what's the tip situation with guards and guides, ie, how much ? Im kinda getting the impression it's a tip fest wherever you go in Egypt
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Hi It is true. Drinking water is a concern in whole Egypt, but bottled water is easily available in hotel and market and at reasonable rate. Be aware about the brand as we are …
Hi It is true. Drinking water is a concern in whole Egypt, but bottled water is easily available in hotel and market and at reasonable rate. Be aware about the brand as we are duped at one place as the people showed one brand and in hurry gave another local brand. Yes Tip is very important to tipping in Egypt each and every person expect tip even for taking a photograph. One more thing about Egypt, try to do bargaining at each and every place. yes its true we enjoyed the trip very much
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