Sharm El Sheikh: Desert Buggy & Camel Ride with Sinai Views

Sinai desert buggy ride camel trek and local Bedouin moments

You’ll race across Sinai’s wild terrain in a dune buggy as dawn or dusk lights up the sky, pause for tea with Bedouins in their village, and try your luck riding a camel—all with a local guide from Sharm El Sheikh. Expect gritty hands, laughter you didn’t plan on, and those quiet moments when the desert feels endless.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Board bus from Sharm El Sheikh
• Travel to desert location
• Ride dune buggy at sunrise or sunset
• Enjoy off-road desert exploration
• Experience camel ride in desert

The Experience

“Wait, we’re really doing this?” That’s what I blurted out when our guide, Mahmoud, handed me the helmet outside Sharm El Sheikh. The air was still cool—kind of dusty-sweet, like sun-warmed stone—and the buggies looked way faster than I expected. My friend tried to look confident but she kept glancing at the pedals. When we finally took off, the engine noise drowned out everything else for a second—then it was just us and that wide-open Sinai desert, all orange-pink light and shadows stretching forever. I swear my hands were shaking at first.

We stopped at a Bedouin village after maybe forty minutes (could’ve been less? Time got weird out there). Mahmoud introduced us to his cousin who made tea over a tiny fire—smelled like sage and woodsmoke. There were camels waiting, chewing lazily. I climbed up way less gracefully than I meant to; the camel handler grinned and said something in Arabic that made everyone laugh. Riding felt both awkward and peaceful, kind of like floating but with more swaying. The silence between us was strange—just wind, the soft thud of camel feet, nothing else.

I didn’t expect to feel so small out there. The colors kept changing as the sun dropped lower—first gold, then this deep blue that made everything look sharper. On the drive back to Sharm El Sheikh (my face gritty from sand), I caught myself already missing that weird sense of freedom you get when you can’t see any roads or buildings for miles. If you’re thinking about a desert buggy adventure in Sinai… just go for it. You’ll remember how it felt long after your shoes stop crunching with sand.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh by air-conditioned vehicle, all necessary safety gear like helmets, guided buggy driving through Sinai’s desert to a Bedouin village where you’ll also try riding camels—with your local guide alongside throughout.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

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Top questions

How long does the buggy safari from Sharm El Sheikh take?

The buggy ride itself lasts around 40 minutes before stopping at the Bedouin village.

Is hotel pickup included in this desert adventure?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle are included.

Can kids drive their own buggy on this tour?

No, children under 16 are not allowed to drive by themselves.

Is there a guide during the buggy & camel ride?

Yes, a professional guide leads both parts of the experience.

What should I wear for the Sinai desert buggy trip?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting sandy; helmets are provided for safety.

Are there any physical restrictions for joining?

This tour isn’t recommended for travelers with spinal injuries but is suitable for most fitness levels.

Do infants need special arrangements?

Infants must sit on an adult’s lap during transport and activities.