Is it safe to swim in the Nile in Cairo?


Is it safe to swim in the Nile in Cairo? No, it is not safe to swim in the Nile River. The river is devoid of alligators or other dangerous reptiles only in the very southern area of Awan in very seldom cases they watched alligators. But you run the risk of exposure to bacteria and other infections if you swim in the Nile River.


Is it safe for tourists to walk around Cairo?

I would say that Cairo is safe, provided you take precautions and wise up on common scams. Like any large city, petty crime does happen, but this can easily be avoided by locking up valuables and not carrying around large amounts of cash.


Can you walk through the pyramids in Egypt?

Can Visitors Go Inside the Pyramids of Giza? Yes. Among the Egyptian Pyramids of Giza, the Pyramid of Khufu allows tourists to visit the inside, and the only passageway is from the Grand Gallery to the King's Chamber.


Are there crocodiles in the Nile river in Cairo?

The Nile crocodile is a large crocodilian native to freshwater habitats in Africa, where it is present in 26 countries.


Is Nile water drinkable?

The River Nile is the primary source of freshwater for drinking, irrigation, and industrial purposes in Egypt.


Can you walk along the Nile in Cairo?

The lower walkway is parallel to Nile River and is 6.5 metres wide. Guests are free to walk along it on foot or stand next to river to enjoy the sound of the moving water.