Stargazing in Sharm El Sheikh: Desert Night with Telescope

Stargazing in Sharm El Sheikh, away from the city lights

Leave the hotel lights behind and look at the night sky from a Bedouin camp in the desert outside Sharm El Sheikh. A guide sets up a telescope and explains the stars, constellations and planets you can see that night.

The evening also includes a camel ride, Bedouin tea, dinner and a live show with Tanoura and belly dancing, with pickup from your hotel.

Stargazing tour price

• Adult: £40
• Child: £30
• Includes hotel pickup and drop-off, camel ride, Bedouin tea, dinner, the show and the telescope session

Optional extras you can add in the booking form: photography package (£20), private desert guide (£25) and VIP seating (£15).

What you will see

On a clear night you can usually see bright stars, constellations and, depending on the date, planets through the telescope. What you can see depends on the weather and the moon on the night of your trip, and the guide adjusts the session to the conditions.

What happens on the evening

• About 3:30 PM: pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh.
• Camel ride near the camp.
• Bedouin tea and dinner at the camp. Vegetarian options on request.
• Show: a live show with Tanoura and belly dancing.
• Stargazing: telescope session with the guide once it is dark.
• Back to your hotel later in the evening.

Is this stargazing trip right for you?

A good fit if you

• are curious about the night sky and want someone to explain it
• want a calm evening in the desert with dinner included
• are travelling with children who like space and planets

Not the best fit if you

• want a professional observatory: this is a guided session with a telescope at a desert camp
• want a private evening: the camp is shared with other guests

Booking and payment

• Customer cancellation for new bookings: Eligible standard excursions receive a full refund at least 48 hours before the trip, a 50% refund from 24 hours to less than 48 hours before, and no refund less than 24 hours before or for a no-show.
• Exceptions: Flight trips, ferry trips, private bookings and overnight desert camping are non-refundable after payment if you cancel. Existing bookings follow the terms agreed when booked.
• If PyraSafari or the operator cancels: you can choose a full refund of all amounts you have paid or reschedule your trip.
• Pay a deposit online (at least 30%) and the rest in cash on the day.
• Questions? WhatsApp us on +20 100 888 3323.

Stargazing Sharm El Sheikh: FAQ

Is there a real telescope?

Yes. A guide sets up a telescope at the camp and explains the stars and planets.

What if it is cloudy?

What you can see depends on the weather. On a cloudy night the telescope session may be shorter, and the rest of the evening goes ahead as normal.

Is dinner included?

Yes. Bedouin tea and dinner are included, along with a camel ride and a show.

What should I bring?

A light jacket, as the desert gets cool after dark, especially in winter.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, from hotels in Sharm El Sheikh, at about 3:30 PM.