Sharm El Sheikh: Family Desert Buggy Ride & Bedouin Tea Stop

Summary

Family buggy adventure through Sharm’s desert with tea stop

You’ll ride a family buggy through Sharm El Sheikh’s desert with your guide leading the way, stopping for photos under open skies before sharing minty Bedouin tea in a village tent. Feel the warmth of local stories and laughter as you explore together — it’s not just about speed or scenery but those small moments you’ll remember after.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect my kids to start arguing over who got to “drive” before we even left the hotel — but that’s how our family buggy day in Sharm El Sheikh began. The van picked us up (on time, which surprised me for Egypt), and soon we were bouncing along this sandy track behind our guide, Kareem. He wore sunglasses that made him look like he’d been doing this forever. The desert felt bigger than I thought — just sky and sand, nothing else, except the sound of our engine and my daughter’s nervous giggle every time we hit a bump.

We stopped for photos after about twenty minutes. The light was weirdly soft, almost golden, and you could smell dust and something faintly sweet — maybe from those tiny desert plants Kareem pointed out. He told us a few stories about growing up nearby; his English was good but sometimes he’d pause to find the word, then just laugh and wave his hand like “never mind.” I liked that honesty. We tried climbing one of the dunes but gave up halfway — it’s harder than it looks, honestly.

The best part? Sitting cross-legged in a Bedouin tent drinking hot tea none of us could pronounce (my son tried; everyone laughed). It tasted smoky and minty at once. There was this quiet while we sipped — no engines, just wind outside and someone humming softly near the fire. I still think about that calm. On the way back, my youngest fell asleep against me, sand stuck to her cheek. We all felt tired but sort of peaceful too — not sure I expected that from a buggy ride.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Desert buggy tour and Bedouin visit

• Drive desert buggy with guide
• Stop for photos
• Enjoy tea in Bedouin village

Top questions

Is this family buggy tour in Sharm El Sheikh suitable for young children?

Yes, infants and small children can join; they may need to sit on an adult’s lap or use a stroller/pram.

Does the tour include hotel transfers?

Yes, pickup and drop-off from your hotel are included in the booking.

How long do we spend at the Bedouin village?

You’ll have one stop at the Bedouin village to enjoy tea; exact duration may vary depending on group pace.

Can pregnant travelers join this family buggy activity?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries.

What is included with the family buggy experience?

The experience includes use of a family buggy and hotel transfers; tea is served during the Bedouin village stop.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh, use of a family buggy for your group, two stops along the way—one for photos in the open desert and another to share traditional tea inside a Bedouin village tent—before returning comfortably together.