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What Is Wadi Al-Hitan (Valley of the Whales)?
Wadi AlHitan which means valley of the whales in English is a desert valley in Egypt that contains an extraordinary collection of fossils which prove how whales changed over time with skeletons showing small hind legs that no longer exist in modern whales.
Wadi Al-hitan Egypt was recognized by UNESCO in 2005 and it is now a protected site and a stunning destination for science & astrology lovers as well as desert adventurers.

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Where Is Wadi Al-Hitan Located?
Wadi al hitan location is about 150 km southwest of Cairo inside Wadi ElRayan Protected Area near Faiyum Oasis and it is deep in the desert and it can only be reached by unpaved tracks so most people visit as part of a guided desert safari from Cairo or Faiyum.

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How Was Wadi Al-Hitan Formed?
This area was covered by the ancient Tethys Sea millions of years ago and as the sea disappeared it left behind sediments with the remains of marine animals. Then wind and erosion slowly uncovered them and left fossils of whales, shark teeth, seashells and also mangrove roots. This natural process turned Wadi Al Hitan Whale Valley into one of the most incredible fossil sites on the whole Earth!

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What Does Wadi Al-Hitan Look Like?
When you are in a Wadi Al Hitan tour you are not just doing sightseeing you are where a story of life on Earth took place. The valley is a wide desert plain filled with fossils lying in sandstone and limestone rocks. Visitors can walk along marked trails and see whale skeletons partly buried in the sand. The scenery is just as impressive: golden dunes, cliffs shaped by erosion and amazing desert views, and at sunset the whole place glows red and orange which make it perfect for photography.

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What Is the Climate Like at Wadi Al-Hitan?
Like most of the Western Desert wadi al hitan Egypt has a very dry climate:

• Summer (May to Sept): Extremely hot over 40°C (104°F)
• Winter (Nov to Feb): Comfortable during the day (15–25°C / 59–77°F) but very cold at night
• Spring & Autumn: Ideal for hiking and desert trips

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When Is the Best Time to Visit Wadi Al-Hitan?
The best time to go there is starting from October to April when the weather is cooler because early mornings and late afternoons are perfect for walking the trails and taking pictures.
Some people even camp nearby to enjoy the fossils at sunrise or stargaze at night… and here’s to mention that the skies of wadi al hitan are some of the clearest in Egypt.

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What Activities Can You Do at Wadi Al-Hitan?
A wadi al hitan tour usually includes:

• Walking the trails to see fossils and skeletons
• Visiting the wadi al hitan museum (Fossil & Climate Change Museum) which explains whale evolution and climate history
• Hiking through dunes and desert landscapes
• Stargazing at night in a pollution-free sky
• Camping for a true desert adventure

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What Attractions Are Near Wadi Al-Hitan?

• Wadi El-Rayan that is kknown for its lakes, sand dunes and Egypt’s only waterfalls
• Watermelon Valley (Wadi El-Battikh) is a strange desert plain scattered with black melon-shaped stones
• Lake Qarun and it is one of the oldest natural lakes in Egypt
• Medinet Madi which is a Middle Kingdom temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god

Wadi Al-Hitan ticket price is US $15 for foreign visitors and EGP 35 for Egyptian nationals but before going, check the price with your tour provider as entry is often included in safari packages.

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How Long Do Visitors Spend at Wadi Al-Hitan?
On average people spend 2 to 3 hours walking the trails and checking the museum, and what makes the experience even better for photography, camping or astronomy lovers is staying a full day or overnight here.

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Why Is Wadi Al-Hitan Worth Visiting?
Wadi al hitan is more like a time capsule that shows you life from millions of years ago with all its fossils, landscapes and unique museum… it is one of the most fascinating destinations in the Western Desert.
Now you can explore this ancient whale valley for yourself!
Yes, just book your wadi al hitan tour today with Step To Egypt and discover one of Egypt’s most incredible natural wonders.

Wadi al-hitan is found 150 kilometers southwest of Cairo city within the Wadi El Rayan Protected Area in the Faiyum Oasis; in this place you will be walking in the desert and suddenly find whale skeletons lying in the sand! And that is exactly what makes Wadi Al-Hitan whale valley so special… because this UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to hundreds of fossilized whale remains that are around 40 million years old!!
Wadi al Hitan is one of the most important fossil spots in the world that shows how whales evolved from land animals into the sea creatures we all know today.