Elves

Elves is an Egypt-based travel app and AI-powered digital concierge platform that connects tourists with knowledgeable local experts available 24/7 via in-app chat to plan trips, book excursions, and navigate destinations safely. The platform operates in multiple countries including Egypt, Turkey, Spain, Greece, Portugal, and Bulgaria, offering curated local experiences, customized itineraries, flight booking assistance, and trusted transportation. Founded in June 2016 by Karim Elsahy, Abeer Elsisi, and Ahmed Kassem, Elves has scaled to serve over 650,000 users worldwide and raised $4 million across two funding rounds from investors including Sawari Ventures, Dubai Angel Investors, Emaar, and Kauffman Fellows Syndicate.