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Luxor Sailing Dahabiya
Our Beautiful Sailing Boat
Dahibiya Ali Baba accommodation aboard consists of 2 double cabins and 2 spacious suites with a private terrace. The boat is air-conditioned throughout and each cabin and the suites have an en-suite shower room.The beautifully appointed cabins with 2 large windows offer views of ancient sites, riverside villages and breathtaking scenery. The 2 suites are located at the back of the boat, their open terrace offers incredible views of the Nile. Below deck there is also a comfortable lounge seating area and dining room leading out to the outside lower deck to a coffee and shisha area. From here take the double staircase to the main spacious upper deck. Relax on the sundeck, read a book or watch the stunning scenery glide by. A beautifully set dining area is where you will enjoy the Egyptian culinary delights of our professional Chef and his handmade fresh food. Meals and barbecue nights may also be served on a beautiful spot on the banks of the River Nile.
CABIN 1 – RAMSES I
The first of our 2 beautifully appointed spacious Cabins with 2 large windows for breathtaking views. Tastefully decorated with handmade furniture,King Size bed, wardrobe, chest of Drawers and dressing table. Private en-suite shower room with hot running water. Air conditioning, electrical sockets and wifi to ensure your complete comfort.
CLEOPATRA SUITE
The first of our 2 stunning Suites, The Cleopatra Suite. With all the modern amenities, ensuite shower room, air conditioning, wifi and electrical sockets but also with its own private terrace offering unrivalled panoramic views of the Nile. Aswell as 2 large windows in the suite itself you have your own VIP private viewing gallery of the Majestic and mystical River Nile and all the ancient secrets it holds.
EN suites
CABIN 2– RAMSES II
Both our cabins can be arranged with King Size bed or 2 single beds as your preference. With all the amenities as mentioned in RAMSES I, both cabins also enjoy fresh Egyptian cotton bed linen. Fully tiled en suites all have a hot shower, toilet and hand basin. Enjoy relaxing on the bed while watching the Nile glide by with the breeze on your face from the cabin window.
NEFRATTITI SUITE
Our 2nd panoramic terrace viewing suite. Beautifully appointed with handmade furniture, tasteful decoration and of course all the modern amenities as enjoyed by all our cabins and suites. Besutifully tiled en suite shower room, air conditioning, wifi and electrical sockets. Also with a show stopping private viewing terrace with built in lounge area. Put your feet up, read a book or simply enjoy the beautiful views as you gently sail by.
All our cabins and suites have their own private en-suites with full facilities with a shower, hand basin and toilet. The Dahibeya Ali Baba is fully equipped with with all necessary operational equipment and meets all safety and regulatory standards for your complete
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comfort and security.
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• Generator for electricity
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• Water filters for fresh water supply
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• Waste water recycling and sewage treatment system
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• Safety equipment (smoke detectors, emergency lighting and sprinkler system)
The Sleeping Quarters
Dahibeya Ali Baba has been built by local Egyptian Craftsmen to the specifications of the original Dahibeyas used in the past. Their fine workmanship can be appreciated throughout the boat as we lead you from the corridor off which you enter both the cabins and the suites and into the lower deck saloon and dining area.
Lower Deck Lounge & Dining Area
With 3 large windows, take some time out to relax below deck. Our spacious private lounging area is yours to enjoy at your leisure. A large table can be used for dining, evening card games or to utilise as you wish.
Our Beautiful Bow
Upper Deck
Elevate your view as you ascend the ornate double staircase to the large open upper deck. These are true sailboats. Our traditional two-masted Dahabiya Boats have no engines, with two large sails powered by the wind only.
Upper Deck
Share this magical Nile experience with a small group of people. Leave behind the crowds and relax. Enjoy Al fresco dining, viewing gallery, comfortable seating and deck chairs.
As you emerge from your beautiful sleeping and Private Quarters, behold the full spectacle of the glorious Nile as it stretches in front of you in an unrivalled view from the Bow of the boat. Take a seat and enjoy a cold drink or fresh coffee from the most forward point of the Dahibeya when sailing.
Land Ahoy
This is the traditional way to cruise the Nile combined with all the amenities and comfort of a modern sailing ship. Explore fascinating historical monuments, Islands and villages along the banks that the large cruise ships are unable to access or moor.
Lounging area & Sun deck
Panorama View
Delight in the sound of the breeze catching the sail and the lapping of the water as you journey along the majestic River Nile and immerse yourself in the spirituality of the ancient monuments.
Delicious delights
Enjoy 360’ panoramic views from the boats Hull which has been transformed into a spacious and comfortable sun deck. A luxurious way to enjoy the very best that Egypt has to offer.
Authentic Dining Experience
From the wonders of the ancient world we also bring you delicious wonders from Ali Baba’s Master chef. All meals are freshly prepared in the Dahibeyas fully equipped professional galley kitchen.
All ingredients are locally sourced and delivered fresh daily. Traditional Egyptian dishes and Mediterranean flavours are prepared and beautifully presented as open buffet for a delight for the appetite and for the eyes.
Barbeque On The Banks Of The Nile
Personal Chef
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Our chef is exclusively yours for the duration of your journey. Individual dietary requirements and vegetarians can easily be catered for. The following meals are included: Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Dinner.
With many picturesque Villages and beautiful scenic spots along the banks of the Nile this is Al-Fresco dining experiences at their very best. Our Nimble Dahaibeya can easily moor alongside the banks of the Nile where Chef will create delicious barbecue feasts in your very own pop up Nile Bank restaurant.
Highly Skilled Sailing Crew
The River Nile is Unique: there is no where on earth with such History surrounding its banks. Working life on the River is much the same, with a history and tradition of these Nile Rivermen and boats stretching back thousands of years. Their skillfull handling of the Dahibiya is in itself a wonder to behold
Sail Into The Past
Make your own History.
Now sit back, relax and Enjoy the sailing experience of a lifetime. Enjoy the beautiful sights and scenes of the Nile as we journey towards the world renowned and fascinating Ancient Egyptian Historical sights.
A true experience of a lifetime as you marvel at the ancient civilizations from thousands of years ago. The new memories you will make on the journey will be yours to cherish forever. A journey into History and a Journey for your future.
