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Quick answer: For most visitors, a good first desert safari in Sharm El Sheikh is a sunset quad bike trip with a Bedouin dinner (£45 per adult, £35 per child). Families with young children often prefer a family buggy safari, couples a stargazing night, and anyone who wants a different photo stop the Artificial Pyramid quad and camel safari. Most of these trips include hotel pickup, and each trip page lists exactly what is included.
A trip to Sharm El Sheikh is a good chance to see the Sinai desert, which starts just outside town. But when you search for a “desert safari Sharm El Sheikh”, there are a lot of options: Quad bikes? Buggies? A camel ride? A Bedouin dinner? A trip with your own guide?
With so many choices, it can be hard to know which one suits you.
At PyraSafari, we run desert trips every day, so we wrote this guide to answer the common questions. We break down the main types of safari we offer, compare them, and give the live price of each, so you can pick the one that fits your travel style, whether you want some speed, travel with kids, or want a quiet evening as a couple.
If you still have questions at the end, message us on WhatsApp.
Trip in this guideQuad Bike Safari Sharm El Sheikh: Sunset Ride with Bedouin DinnerFrom £45 · small deposit onlineSee trip →Quick Comparison: Which Desert Safari in Sharm El Sheikh Suits You?
Short on time? Here is a quick comparison table to help you decide.
| Safari Type | Best For | Pace & Thrill Level |
|---|---|---|
| Quad Biking (from £40) | Active travellers, Couples | High |
| Family Buggy Safari (£40 / £30 child) | Families with Young Kids | Low / Relaxed |
| Camel Ride (from £35) | Culture Lovers, Photographers | Low / Relaxing |
| Stargazing & Dinner (£40 / £30 child) | Couples, Families, Culture | Low / Calm |
| Safari with Private Guide (£45 / £35 child) | Couples and groups who want their own guide | Medium |
| Artificial Pyramid Safari (£45 / £35 child) | Anyone who wants quad, camel and dinner in one trip | Medium to High |
Trip in this guideFamily Desert Safari & Buggy Tour in Sharm El SheikhFrom £40 · small deposit onlineSee trip →Category 1: The “Thrill-Seeker” Safaris (Quad Bikes & Jeeps)
This is the most popular choice. It suits people who want to feel the desert wind and enjoy a bit of speed. It is the classic safari sharm el sheikh experience you often see in holiday photos.
Tour 1: Desert Safari by 4×4 Jeep (Mountains and Sea)
This is our longer desert day. You travel by 4×4 jeep through the mountains towards the sea, and the trip includes a camel ride plus a choice of quad or kayak. It costs £100 per adult and £85 per child. Check the trip page for timings and what is included.
- Who is it for? Couples, solo travellers, and groups of friends.
- What makes it different? You see both the desert mountains and the coast in one trip.
- → Book The 4×4 Desert Safari Here
Tour 2: Sunset Quad Bike Safari with Bedouin Dinner
This tour combines a quad bike ride with an evening in the desert. You ride in the late afternoon and see the sun set over the mountains. After the ride, you have dinner and a show at a Bedouin camp, which is shared with other guests. Hotel pickup is included. It costs £45 per adult and £35 per child.
- Who is it for? Couples and anyone who wants a ride and dinner in one evening.
- What makes it different? It’s two things in one: a quad ride and a Bedouin dinner.
- → Book The Sunset Quad Safari & Dinner Here
Tour 3: Family Quad Biking Safari
Worried a normal quad ride is too much for your family? This tour uses soft sand paths, which are easier to ride on, and the pace is gentler. It costs £40 per adult and £30 per child. Ask us on WhatsApp about age limits before you book.
- Who is it for? Families with older children or less confident riders.
- What makes it different? It’s a gentler introduction to quad biking.
- → Book The Family Quad Biking Safari Here
Category 2: The “Family & Comfort” Safaris (Buggies & Kids)
Want to see the desert without riding your own quad? These tours suit families with young children, older travellers, or anyone who prefers a slower pace and more time to enjoy the scenery.
Tour 4: Family Desert Safari by Car or Buggy
This is a popular family option. You drive a 2 or 4 seat family buggy, and the kids ride with you, so the family stays together. The trip stops at a Bedouin camp. It costs £40 per adult and £30 per child.
- Who is it for? Families with children who are too young to ride alone.
- What makes it different? Parents and children share one buggy.
- → Book The Family Desert Safari by Car/Buggy
Tour 5: Sharm El Sheikh Kids Adventure
This tour is planned with children in mind. The focus is on fun rather than speed, so it suits kids who would get bored on a long ride. It costs £45 per person, the same for adults and children. Ask us on WhatsApp which ages it suits best.
- Who is it for? Families who want a trip built around the children.
- What makes it different? It’s a “mini adventure” with kids as the main guests.
- → Book The Kids Adventure Here
Category 3: The “Cultural & Romantic” Evenings
This is the evening side of the Sinai. These tours start around sunset and focus on Bedouin food, music and the night sky. They suit couples looking for a calm evening or families wanting a cultural night out. The camps are shared with other guests.
Tour 6: Stargazing Night Safari with Bedouin Dinner (Top Pick)
One of our most popular evening tours. It includes a camel ride and a Bedouin dinner, and then a guide shows you the night sky through a telescope. It costs £40 per adult and £30 per child. How much you see depends on the weather and the moon on the night.
- Who is it for? Couples, families, and anyone curious about the stars.
- What makes it different? The mix of food, culture and the night sky, away from the town lights.
- → Book The Stargazing & Bedouin Dinner Here
Tour 7: Bedouin Cultural Evening with Traditional Dance
This tour is a classic Bedouin night. You have a short camel ride, Bedouin tea and dinner, then watch a Tanoura show and belly dance, with some time for stargazing. It costs £40 per adult and £30 per child.
- Who is it for? Culture lovers and foodies.
- What makes it different? More focus on the dinner and the dance show.
- → Book The Bedouin Cultural Evening & Dinner
Tour 8: Desert Glamping & Stargazing Overnight
If one evening is not enough, you can stay the night. You get your own tent, with dinner and breakfast included. Bathrooms are shared, and this trip does not include a telescope or a stargazing guide. It costs £175 per person, based on two sharing.
- Who is it for? Couples who want to wake up in the desert.
- What makes it different? A night under the desert sky instead of a few hours.
- → Book The Desert Glamping Night Here
Tour 9: 1001 Arabian Nights Show & Dinner
For a different kind of cultural evening, the 1001 Arabian Nights show includes a show and dinner. It costs £50 per adult and £30 per child. Check the trip page for the show times and pickup details.
- Who is it for? Families and groups who enjoy a staged show.
- What makes it different? A show evening rather than a desert ride.
- → Book The 1001 Arabian Nights Show
Category 4: The “Traditional” Safaris (Camel Rides)
Camels have carried people across this desert for a very long time. A camel ride is slow and peaceful, and you sit high up, which is good for photos.
Tour 10: Sunset Camel Trekking with Dinner
This is a sunset camel ride followed by dinner and a show at a Bedouin camp, which is shared with other guests. It costs £40 per adult and £30 per child.
- Who is it for? Photographers, traditionalists, and animal lovers.
- What makes it different? The camel ride at sunset is the main part of the trip.
- → Book The Sunset Camel Trekking Safari
Tour 11: Camel Ride & Bedouin Camp (Family Adventure)
A simple combination tour. Enjoy a camel ride to a Bedouin camp where you can relax and learn a little about Bedouin life. It’s a gentle trip for the whole family, at £35 per adult and £25 per child.
- Who is it for? Families and those who want a “taste” of the camel experience.
- What makes it different? A good mix of riding and relaxing.
- → Book The Camel Ride & Bedouin Camp Tour
Category 5: Your Own Guide and the Artificial Pyramid
This category is for travellers who want their own guide, or a trip that packs several activities into one evening. Here is what each one includes, and what is still shared.
Tour 12: Desert Safari with Private Guide and Dinner
On this trip you get your own transfer, your own guide and your own ride, so you are not part of a convoy. The Bedouin camp and the show in the evening are shared with other guests. It costs £45 per adult and £35 per child. If you have a special request, ask us on WhatsApp before you book.
- Who is it for? Honeymooners, couples and travellers who want their own guide.
- What makes it different? Private transfer, guide and ride, with a shared camp and show.
- → Book The Desert Safari with Private Guide Here
Our Recommendation: The Artificial Pyramid Quad and Camel Safari
If you can only do one trip, this one combines several activities. You ride a quad bike and a camel, stop for photos at the Artificial Pyramid in the desert, and finish with a Bedouin dinner. The pyramid is a modern structure, not an ancient monument, but it makes a fun and unusual photo stop.
This tour combines:
- A quad biking ride in the desert.
- A camel ride.
- A photo stop at the Artificial Pyramid, followed by a Bedouin dinner.
It costs £45 per adult and £35 per child. It suits people who want some speed and a bit of everything in one evening.
Trip in this guideThe Artificial Pyramid Adventure: Quad Bike & Camel SafariFrom £45 · small deposit onlineSee trip →Desert Safari Sharm El Sheikh FAQs (What to Know Before You Go)
What should I wear for a desert safari in Sharm?
Comfort is key. Wear light, breathable clothing (like cotton). In winter (Oct to Mar), bring a jacket or hoodie as the desert can get cold after sunset. Closed shoes (like trainers) are a good idea for quad biking. Don’t forget sunglasses, a scarf (for the dust), and sunscreen.
Is a desert safari safe for families and children?
It can be, if you choose the right tour. A fast quad ride is not for a young child. Our Family Desert Safari by Car or Buggy (Tour 4), where kids ride with you, and the Kids Adventure (Tour 5) are planned with families in mind. Tell us your children’s ages on WhatsApp and we will suggest a suitable trip.
What’s the best time of day: Morning or Sunset?
- Morning Safari: Good for seeing the desert in bright light, before the midday heat.
- Sunset Safari: The most popular. The light for photos is soft (“golden hour”), the temperatures are cooler, and many sunset trips include dinner at a Bedouin camp.
Our Recommendation: For a first trip, choose a sunset tour, because you get the ride, the sunset and dinner in one evening.
Do I need a license to drive a quad bike?
For a guided desert quad ride, you are not usually asked for a driving licence or previous experience. You get a safety briefing before you set off. If you are unsure, or have questions about age limits, ask us on WhatsApp before you book.
Trip in this guideStargazing in Sharm El Sheikh: Desert Night with TelescopeFrom £40 · small deposit onlineSee trip →So, Which Safari Will You Choose?
Whether you want some speed, travel with kids, or want a quiet dinner under the stars as a couple, there is a desert safari in Sharm El Sheikh that fits. You can book online with a 30% deposit and pay the rest in cash on the day.
If you want one tour that combines a bit of everything, the Artificial Pyramid quad and camel safari covers a quad ride, a camel ride, a photo stop and dinner in one evening.
Still not sure? Message our team on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
See all desert safaris →Compare prices side by side, then book with a small deposit.
