Our objective is to offer affordable first class holidays in Egypt to small groups of people and families who prefer to get away from mass tourism and experience this fascinating country from an entirely different perspective.
Tim Baily: Founder of African Angler Pty. Ltd.
Camp site with a mother ship and live aboard safari boats
Large modern cruise ships, filled with passengers cruise down the middle of Lake Nasser visiting archaeological sites and experiencing the lakes beautiful desert panorama from a distance. We offer a completely different cruise experience, boat safaris which explore the remote and wild areas of this picturesque lake and let you fully appreciate the magic of its wilderness, wild life and nomadic people.
Boat safaris are similar to the old ‘Hemmingway’ African style of safari where 4X4 vehicles were used for travelling, while large support trucks with the equipment and safari crew went on ahead to set up luxury camps. Our safaris are similar except we use boats instead of 4x4 vehicles. Safari units are made up of live aboard safari boats which are used to explore the lake. The live aboard boats are supported by mother ships with modern conveniences such as built in kitchens, dining areas, sun decks, toilets and shower units.
The lake has an impressive variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles and is an important staging point for migrant and over-wintering birds. In many areas of the Lake, crocodiles and monitor lizards have made their homes. Other types of wildlife including Dorcas gazelle, jackals, desert fox, and various smaller desert mammals also inhabit the shoreline and islands.
Lake Nasser is populated by a small number of transient peasant fishermen and the residents are Bedouin camel and sheep herdsmen, who are seen grazing their flocks on the sparse vegetation growing on the edge of the Lake. The area also has several important 
The lake supports an impressive variety of bird lifeNubian archaeological sites which were rescued from being inundated by the rising lake; the most notable are the temples of Abu Simbel, which were built by the Pharaoh Ramses II in 1200 BC.
"These safaris are not just angling and fishing. To sit back under a big, full sky full of stars, eating, drinking and yarning, listening to the desert sounds.... are a super experience, both exciting and relaxing simultaneously ".
The late Barrie Rickards: Professor of Palaeontology and Biostratigraphy at Cambridge University.
Kites scrapping over a fish we fed themTa Seti Abu Simbel Safari - 3 Nights & 4 Days
The Ta Seti Safari is a four day boat safari between Aswan and Abu Simbel offering a refreshing alternative to the same itinerary which is operated by modern cruise ships. On our boat safari you will get a unique insight into the desert grandeur of this stunning lake, its prolific bird life, wild animals and nomadic people. A highlight will be a visit to the Temples of Abu Simbel which is one of the most magnificent ancient monuments in the world.
The lake is a lovely place to visit; the shoreline is a variety of desert landscapes, hilly and rugged, or flat and sandy with clean freshwater beaches. It's a magical wilderness of stunning desert scenery, bordered by the clean water of the lake, which is dotted with rocky islands. There is an atmosphere of tranquillity, vastness and adventure.
If you are planning your own holiday then add this safari to your itinerary. Alternatively you can come on one of our inclusive holidays which include the Ta Seti Abu Simbel Safari.
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For complete holiday itineraries which include the Ta Seti Abu Simbel Safari see:-
Upper Egypt & Lake Nasser
Click here for The Ultimate Nile Cruise which includes a cruise on the Nile in a traditional Dahabeya followed by a Ta Seti Abu Simbel Safari.
Bee EaterUpper Egypt & Lake Nasser - 7 Nights & 8 Days
This inclusive itinerary starts in Luxor which is like no other place on earth, a place where the splendour of ancient Thebes and the City of the Dead, sits comfortably alongside the modern town and its inhabitants. The sheer size and number of superbly preserved monuments have made Luxor one of Egypt’s greatest attractions.
After your Luxor experience continue on to explore Lake Nasser on our Ta Seti Abu Simbel Safari cruise and visit the Temples of Ramses which are one of the most outstanding monuments in the world. Then experience the best of Aswan before returning home.
Include Cairo
If you would like to extend your holiday by a few days to include Cairo, the Pyramids and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum and perhaps Old Cairo and the famous Khan al-Khalili bazaar then please let us know and we will help you plan the extra days.
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Spoon Billed StorksLake Nasser Eco Safari - 7 Nights & 8 Days
This holiday is ideal for people who like a healthy outdoor life and are interested in nature and beautiful places. Our Nubian guides are not wildlife experts but they do have a love for the natural world and, most importantly, they have many years experience on the lake and know where to find the animals, birds, places of interest and the friendly Bedouin grazing their camel and sheep flocks on the shore of the lake.
For bird watching, the best time to come is during autumn and spring when millions of migrating birds pass through Egypt. The unique geographical position of Egypt, acting as a bridge between the continents of Europe, Asia and Africa, is the reason why so many migrating birds concentrate in this area. Great desert nature and bird watching combined with the safari atmosphere makes this is a truly unique experience.
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Desert Lake Safaris – 2 Nights & 3 Days
The Desert Lake Safaris are two short itineraries which are designed as an add on to your holiday in Egypt; if you are pl
Mother ship supporting two live aboard safari boatsanning your own holiday then include one of these safari modules to experience of places in Egypt that few people have ever experienced.
Abu Simbel Desert Lake Safari
Most people who come to Egypt want to visit Abu Simbel to see the world famous Temples of Ramses to make this visit more rewarding we have stationed one of our safari units at Abu Simbel to offer people a short two night boat safari to explore the picturesque lake close to Abu Simbel.
Wild Life Desert Lake Safari
This safari travels between Aswan and Garf Hussein exploring the west bank of Lake Nasser where there are vast stretches of flat shallow shore line which attracts large numbers of wild birds because of the abundance of available food. The bird population in turn attracts a variety of predators that make up the food chain which supports an impressive variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles.
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For more information about what to expect on a boat safari see tab heading Lake Nasser
Bedouin herdsmen and their flocks coexist with the wildlife
The African Angler specialises in Aswan, Lake Nasser and the Abu Simbel area while American Express (Egypt) manages the travel and sightseeing arrangements in Cairo and Luxor; providing impeccable service. Throughout your holiday you will be pampered with careful attention to detail and quality of service. Our combined philosophy is that we want you to return or, at the least, recommend us to your friends.
