Lake Nasser Egypt's Alternative Cruise Destination
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The origins of Lake Nasser
Lake Nasser was created when the Aswan High Dam was built across the River Nile in southern Egypt between 1958 and 1970. As the waters of the Nile rose, 18 different temples had to be relocated, the most famous being the Temple of Abu Simbel (pictured). The temples were moved block by block to higher ground in order to preserve them.
In addition to the temples, several Egyptian villages disappeared beneath Lake Nasser and the population had to move. Lake Nasser takes its name from President Gamal Abdel Nasser who initiated the project to built the Aswan High Dam. It is a popular destination for anglers who come here in search of Perch, Catfish and Tiger Fish as well as tourists who cruise the length of Lake Nasser exploring the ancient temples and enjoying the magnificent scenery pass by.
In addition to the temples, several Egyptian villages disappeared beneath Lake Nasser and the population had to move. Lake Nasser takes its name from President Gamal Abdel Nasser who initiated the project to built the Aswan High Dam. It is a popular destination for anglers who come here in search of Perch, Catfish and Tiger Fish as well as tourists who cruise the length of Lake Nasser exploring the ancient temples and enjoying the magnificent scenery pass by.
Contents at a Glance
Lake Nasser vital statistics
Widest point: 35km (22mls)
Surface area: 5,250sq km
Height above sea level: 183m (600ft)
Max depth: 180m (590ft)
Cruising on Lake Nasser
When you think of cruises in Egypt, most people automatically think of the River Nile which for years has been a popular choice of holiday. More recently, Lake Nasser has emerged as an alternative cruise destination in Egypt. As with Nile cruises, they can be combined with other destinations in Egypt as part of a multi-centre Egypt holiday.Lake Nasser cruises offer visitors a journey of natural beauty and discovery in luxury surroundings. As with the more popular Nile cruises, Lake Nasser cruises operate on a full board basis and are an ideal part of a multi-centre holiday to Egypt.
Holidays to Lake Nasser can be tailored to individual requirements. Lake Nasser cruises can either be 4 or 7 nights and sale from the northern point of the lake as Aswan. Highlights of Lake Nasser cruises include visits to:
- Temple of Abu Simbel
- Kalabsha Temple
- Wadi El Seboua Temple
- Amada Temple
On board, passengers can take advantage of meals on full board basis in the luxury surroundings of their 5* cruise ship. Shorter cruises end their journey at Abu Simbel at the southern end of Lake Nasser. From their, a 3 hour road transfer takes passengers back to Aswan. Alternatively, the longer cruise sees your ship turn round and sails you back up Lake Nasser to the starting point of Aswan.
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