Sabena Al Jamila Review

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deeangeo's Review of Sabena Al Jamila Nile Cruise

21st Jul 2006

Overall Rating

4 stars
  • Value for money
    3 stars
  • Nights on board
    7
  • Cabin Type
    Outside Middle
  • Food - quality & variety
    3.5 stars
  • Date of Cruise
    July 2006
  • Itinerary Name
    Wonders of the Nile
  • Group description
    Couple
  • Entertainment on board
    2 stars
Good Points

Temples are awesome
Tombs fascinating
Comfort on-board was excellent
Food choice and quality fine - no problem
Friendly and helpful staff
VIKING (Egyptian Tour Co. responsible for transfers and sightseeing) were very good, and always on time


Bad Points

The extent of tipping (even modestly) runs to a further £150. The average tip seems to be £5 per person per night for the guide, and £2 per person per night for the crew + +. The guide knows his stuff, but goes on a bit.


General Comments

Watch out if you book and pay for an upper deck cabin on the Sabena Al Jamila Wonders of the Nile cruise, as you still may not get one as they're overbooked for them. All the cabins are identical anyway, and quite comfortable. The bath, shower and toilets are fine and clean. Rooms seem to be serviced twice a day. Middle deck will be fine for viewing.

When parked, all boats are alongside each other, so there may not be a view from ANY cabin. This really does not interfere with the quality of the cruise though.

All charges and tips are paid at the end of the cruise, and that's when your bar and extras bill strikes, which could be another £150 +

Take plenty of film/memory and battery power - LOTS! And be prepared for early starts. Occasionally up at 04:30am, but it will be worth it.

The top deck has a pool, bar and plenty of shade.

The boat is being re-decorated in July/August 2006, and the sister ship is really smart, having just been re-done.

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