Kom Ombo at Sunset: A Nile-Side Temple Adventure Without the Crowds

#summervacay **Why Summer Evenings Shine Here?** This unique **double temple** dedicated to both Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus comes alive when golden light floods its Nile-facing colonnades. With temperatures cooling and cruise ship crowds gone, you’ll have the best photo ops all to yourself! --- ### **🌅 Your Perfect Summer Visit Plan** #### **5:00 PM - Arrival by Felucca** - **From Aswan:** 1-hour sail (~150 EGP pp) with views of riverside date palms - **Pro Tip:** Book through your hotel—look for captains offering **"sunset return" trips** #### **5:30 PM - Temple Highlights** - **Must-Find Details:** - The **ancient medical tools** carving (world’s first surgical illustrations!) - **Mummified crocodiles** in the onsite museum (kids love these!) - Hidden **Nilometer** used to predict floods #### **7:00 PM - Golden Hour Magic** - **Best Photo Spot:** The **twin altars** with Sobek & Horus reliefs glowing in sunset light - **Local Treat:** *Karkadeh* (hibiscus iced tea) from dockside vendors --- ### **💰 Budget Breakdown** - **Entry:** 240 EGP (kids under 12 free) - **Felucca:** 150 EGP pp (cheaper than taxis + more scenic) - **Guide:** 300 EGP for 1hr (or use **"Kom Ombo" audio tour** app) --- ### **⚠️ Summer-Smart Tips** - **Hydration:** Bring 2L water—limited shade until sunset - **Dress Code:** Light linen works best (shoulders/knees covered) - **Timing Trick:** Last entry at 6:30 PM, but they let you stay until ~7:30 PM **Why It’s a Summer Favorite?** ✅ **Nile breezes** cool the stone walkways ✅ **Evening light** makes hieroglyphs "pop" ✅ **Combines perfectly** with Aswan day trips **Tag your visit #twintemplemagic!** 🐊🌅 *(Next morning? Add **Philae Temple**—best visited at 7 AM!)*