Even though we had visited the ruins during the day, it was great to see it at night too, with the history and story piped through speakers, transporting one back to that era. My tip would be to wear layers of warm clothes in the...More

I attended the Sound & Light show at the Philae temple with a group of about 20. Nearly all in my group really liked it. But I was a little disappointed. As you listen to a recorded narration (audio) in the form of a play...More

The sound and light show is mobile. You cross to the island by boat and are taken through the temple, with the story of the Nile, Isis, Osiris and Horus being told as you go. The show ends with further storylines whilst sitting watching the...More

Amazing and fascinating. A real taste of the Pharoahs greatness. A must visit especially at night or at sunset.

If you have to choose to visit the Philae Temple day time or during this Sound & Light show, I would recommend the Sound & Light show. During 3 stops at the temple, you explore the history of this Temple. Be prepared for the cold...More

The boat trip is great. Mumbians run the boats and the gift area. Their artifacts are cheap and unique. Well worth buying a souvenir or two we did.

We didn't really want to go to a light show, thinking they were touristy and sort of dumb. However, I relaxed in the balmy air of the evening and the lights on the temple, and ended up being carried away by the show and got...More