A Dahabiya is an Arabic word meaning ‘the golden one. It’s a large comfortable sailing boat of a simple but elegant form with two large sails. Our boat is a replica of original Dahabiya boats from the 19th century. Built by local craftsmen in Esna following the design of a typical Dahabiya used in the past. They offer the romance of the past combined with the comfort of today.
Azhar Symbolizes the flower of life, creation , and the unity of all things. Like a harmonious group of flowers, the composition is not only beautiful , but also has a profound & Symbolic meaning for our existence, for life on Earth, and for the creation of the universe.
Azhar, a 55-meter by 8-meter vessel, symbolizes the flower of life, creation, and the unity of all things; its harmonious design is not only beautiful but embodies a profound meaning for our existence. Powered primarily by 90% solar energy with a robust Caterpillar motor for its jacuzzi, it features eight luxury terrace suites, each offering 28 square meters of private, tranquil space. Each suite opens onto a private terrace, seamlessly blending the opulent interior with the boundless beauty of the sea and sky, inviting guests to become one with their surroundings.
- 8 Luxury terrace suites
- 17 Guests
- 12 Crew members
- Built in 2025
- Eco-Friendly: 90% solar-powered
- Jacuzzi
- Library and quite reading area with Nile view
- Elegant longue
- Fancy furniture & Comfortable Chaise
- Guaranteed fresh water supply through water filters
Features
- All cabins and suites have panoramic views to the outside with large windows
- Private bathrooms in each cabin and suite, including bathtub, shower and toilet
- Vessel equipped with integral air conditioning, individually controllable
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the ship (Fair Use Policy applies)
- Solar system and electricity generators on board
- Guaranteed fresh water supply through water filters
- Sewage recycling system and wastewater treatment in operation
- Safety provisions include smoke detectors, emergency lighting and sprinkler system
For those who love change, what is better than waking up every day to a different and amazing view? Then have your breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals all on board while sailing the Nile and enjoying the beautiful landscape. In between, stop at towns and villages to visit famous historical landmarks along the Nile and others hardly visited by tourists.
So don’t miss this chance.
