Sharm El Sheikh Quad Bike Desert Safari at Sunrise or Sunset
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Overview
This quad bike safari takes you from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel into the open Sinai desert for about three hours of adventure. After a safety briefing and a short practice lap, you ride in a guided convoy across sand tracks and rocky valleys, stop for tea in a Bedouin tent and shout into the echo canyon. Choose a cool sunrise start or a golden sunset ride. It suits beginners, couples and friends, with hotel pickup included and quad or buggy options.
Highlights
- Around 40 minutes of quad riding through the Sinai desert
- Sunrise or sunset departure, whichever fits your holiday
- Traditional Bedouin tea in a desert tent
- Photo stop at the mountain echo point
- Full safety briefing and practice session for first-timers
- Three guides ride with the convoy: front, middle and back
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle
Full Description
The Sinai Desert Behind Sharm El Sheikh
Just 30 minutes from the resorts of Naama Bay and Sharm's coastal hotels, the landscape changes completely: flat sand plains give way to granite and sandstone mountains that glow red and orange in the low sun. This is the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula, a desert shaped by dry riverbeds (wadis) and crossed for centuries by Bedouin tribes and their camels.
A desert safari in Sharm El Sheikh is the easiest way to see this side of Sinai. Our route follows marked tracks away from the main road, so you get wide open views and real off-road feeling without long drives. Many guests say the quiet of the desert, after the busy beaches, is the best part of the whole Sharm holiday.
Quad Biking and Buggy Riding: How the Ride Works
Every group starts at the safari camp with a clear briefing on controls, speed and hand signals, followed by a short practice loop. No previous riding experience is needed, which is why this quad biking in Sharm El Sheikh trip is popular with first-timers. Helmets and goggles are provided, together with a scarf to keep sand out of your face.
You ride in single file behind the lead guide, with a second guide mid-convoy and a third at the back, so nobody gets left behind. The default option gives each rider a single quad; if you prefer to share, there are double quads and buggies for two or three people, which let children ride as passengers with an adult.
Bedouin Tent, Tea and the Echo Point
Halfway through the ride the convoy stops at a traditional Bedouin tent. Sit on floor cushions for about 20 minutes, drink sweet herbal tea brewed over the fire and learn a little about how Sinai's Bedouin families live in the desert. Camel riding is available here as an optional extra.
A short ride later you reach the echo point, a rocky amphitheatre where your voice bounces back from the mountain walls. It is a favourite spot for group photos, especially on the Sharm El Sheikh sunset safari, when the sky turns pink behind the peaks. You then ride back to camp for the transfer to your hotel.
Sunrise or Sunset: Best Time for a Desert Safari
Wondering about the best time for a quad safari in Sharm El Sheikh? From May to September, midday heat can be intense, so our tours run early morning or late afternoon. The sunrise ride is cooler and calmer, with soft light and fewer groups in the desert.
The sunset ride is the classic choice: the heat has faded, colours are dramatic and you return to the hotel in time for dinner. In winter evenings can feel chilly, so a light jacket helps. Whichever you pick, pickup times are confirmed the day before your trip.
Itinerary
- Hotel pickupOur air-conditioned vehicle collects you from your Sharm El Sheikh hotel for a transfer of about 30 minutes.
- Safari camp briefingGuides explain the controls and safety rules, then you try a short practice lap before setting off.
- Desert quad rideRide in a guided convoy through wadis and sand tracks for the first part of around 40 minutes of total riding.
- Bedouin tent stopRelax for about 20 minutes with Bedouin tea in a traditional tent; camel rides are optional.
- Echo pointA short ride takes you to the echo canyon for photos and views at sunrise or sunset.
- Return ride and transferRide back to the camp and transfer to your hotel, about 30 minutes.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sharm El Sheikh by air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional desert guides and safety briefing
- Training session for beginners
- Quad bike ride on a shared double quad
- Helmet and goggles
- Bedouin tea at a traditional desert tent
- Stop at the Echo Point with free time for photos
Not included
- Camel ride (available as an add-on)
- Personal expenses
- Scarves
- Photography services
Not suitable for
- Children under 3 years
- Pregnant travellers
- People with back problems
- Riders over the weight limit of the vehicle
Meeting point
We pick you up from your hotel in the Sharm El Sheikh area (Naama Bay, Sharks Bay, Nabq, Hadaba, Om El Sid and nearby resorts) in an air-conditioned vehicle. The exact pickup time depends on whether you choose sunrise or sunset and is confirmed by our team one day before the trip. Please wait in your hotel lobby a few minutes early.
Important information
- Wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes; sandals are not suitable for riding.
- Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, sunscreen and a camera.
- Carry some cash for optional extras such as camel rides or additional drinks.
- No riding experience is needed: training is given before departure.
- Children aged 5 to 15 ride only as passengers with an adult on a double quad or buggy.
- A double quad is designed for two people; booking it for one person means the second seat is settled on arrival.
- Maximum rider weight applies (around 150 kg on single vehicles, lower on doubles).
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Sharm El Sheikh quad bike safari cost?
The price depends on the option you choose (single quad, double quad or buggy). The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults and children.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle are included for hotels in the Sharm El Sheikh area.
How long is the quad safari?
The whole trip takes about three hours including transfers, with roughly 40 minutes of actual quad riding plus the Bedouin tent and echo point stops.
Is the quad bike safari suitable for children?
Children from about 5 years can join as passengers with an adult on a double quad or buggy. Children under 3 cannot take part, and young riders cannot drive their own quad.
What should I wear on a desert safari?
Light, comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting dusty, closed shoes, sunglasses and a hat. A scarf and goggles are provided. Bring a light jacket for winter evenings.
Can I book the quad safari for today or tomorrow?
Often yes, if places are free. Check the date in the booking panel; the pickup time is confirmed by our team once your booking is made.
What is the difference between the options?
The default option is a single quad for one rider. Other options let two people share a quad, or two or three people ride together in a buggy, which is easier for families.
Should I choose the sunrise or the sunset safari?
Choose sunrise for cooler air and quiet desert light, especially in summer. Choose sunset for dramatic colours and a relaxed afternoon start.
Do I need a driving licence to ride a quad in Sharm El Sheikh?
No licence is required for this guided desert ride. You receive full instructions and ride slowly behind the lead guide.
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