Tourists flock to Kitchener’s Island in Aswan.
Lord Kitchener Island is located in the middle of the Nile River, between the Cataract Islands and directly across the river from Aswan City.
During the hotter months of the year, this is a lovely vacation for many people seeking for a relaxing few hours in a green environment with cafés and views of the Nile.
Location:
In order to get to the Felucca tour from the Corniche in Aswan, a three-hour drive from Luxor City and a one-hour fifteen-minute flight from Cairo are necessary.
History:
Located off the coast of Egypt’s southernmost city of Aswan, Kitchener’s Island, also known as the Island of Plants (Geziret an-Nabatat), is a tiny island.
It was in gratitude for his service in Sudan that Consul-General Kitchener took use of his time on the island to nurture his collection of exotic flora, bringing plants and seeds from India and Malaysia to the island.
Even on Fridays, it’s an ideal place to spend a quiet day, since there are many birds to admire.
From the west bank of the Elephantine peninsula, rowing boats or feluccas may get you to the island.
Elephantine and Amun islands are clearly seen in all their glory from the deck of Felucca.
If you don’t already possess a boat, young guys in the neighbouring coves will happily take you sailing to any of the nearby islands or the West Bank.
