Sharm El Sheikh: ATV Desert Ride, Camel & BBQ Dinner Show

Summary

Sinai desert quad biking camel rides Bedouin dinner & show

You’ll race ATVs through Sinai’s open desert from Sharm El Sheikh, pause for Bedouin tea and fresh bread at a village camp, try a gentle camel ride, then share BBQ dinner under the stars with music and a fire show. Expect laughter, new tastes, and a little sand in your shoes by night’s end.

What’s the experience like?

The quad bikes were already lined up when we got to the edge of Sharm el Sheikh — engines humming, dust in the air. Our guide, Mahmoud, grinned as he handed me a helmet and said something about “Sinai massage” (I think he meant the bumpy ride). I could smell petrol and warm sand before we even started. The first few minutes felt wild — I kept glancing at my friend to see if she was laughing or terrified (bit of both). The Sinai desert just sort of swallows you up; it’s quieter than I expected except for our engines and the wind.

We stopped near these strange rock formations — Echo Mountain, Mahmoud called it. He clapped his hands and the sound bounced right back at us. It made everyone giggle like kids. There was this moment where the sun hit the rocks just right and everything went kind of golden-pink. Someone offered me Bedouin tea (herbal, smoky) and flatbread that was still warm from a fire. I tried to say thank you in Arabic but mostly got smiles in return. The camel ride after that was slower than I thought — camels sway so much you have to find your own rhythm or just give up trying to look cool.

Dinner was outside, under a sky that actually had stars (not like city stars). We sat on low cushions with plates full of grilled chicken and rice, picking at things with our hands because forks seemed pointless out there. There was music — drums echoing off the mountains — and then a fire show that made everyone gasp when sparks flew higher than they should’ve. At some point I realized I’d stopped checking my phone hours ago.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Desert ATV, Camel Ride, Dinner, and Show

• Pickup from accommodation
• Safety demonstration for quad bike
• Ride quad bike in Sinai desert
• Optional camel ride in desert
• Visit Bedouin village
• Enjoy BBQ dinner and flat bread
• Drink Bedouin tea
• Watch live entertainment and fire show

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Sharm El Sheikh ATV tour?

Yes, pickup and drop-off from your accommodation in Sharm El Sheikh are included.

How long is the quad bike ride in the Sinai desert?

The quad bike portion covers enough ground to reach Echo Mountain and the Bedouin camp; exact timing varies but expect about 1-2 hours riding overall.

Do I need experience to drive an ATV on this tour?

No experience is needed; instructors give a safety demo before you start riding.

Is there food included during this day trip?

Yes, you’ll have a Bedouin BBQ buffet dinner with freshly baked flatbread and herbal tea at the camp.

What is Echo Mountain on this tour?

Echo Mountain is a spot in the Sinai desert known for its unique rock formations where sounds echo back clearly.

Are camel rides part of this experience?

A short camel ride around the Bedouin camp is included; it’s optional if you prefer not to ride.

Is live entertainment provided during dinner?

Yes, there’s an Oriental Tanoura dance performance plus a fire show after dinner.

What should I wear for this ATV & camel tour?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dusty; closed shoes are best for riding ATVs and camels.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh by air-conditioned vehicle, all entry fees for Safari World and Echo Mountain, guided quad bike tour out to a Bedouin camp with instructors on hand, a short camel ride with time for photos around camp, traditional herbal Bedouin tea with freshly baked flatbread, a full BBQ buffet dinner under the stars, plus live Tanoura dancing and fire show before heading back at night.