Sharm El Sheikh: Sinai Desert Quad Biking & Bedouin Tea

Summary

Quad biking Sinai’s wild side with Bedouin tea & mountain views

You’ll race across open desert near Sharm El Sheikh on a quad bike (no experience needed), stop at Echo Valley to try its famous sound tricks, then share sweet Bedouin tea under canvas as sunset colors hit the Sinai Mountains. With hotel pickup included and a local guide leading the way, you’ll feel both wild and welcome out there.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the sand — not just seeing it, but feeling it whip past my face as we kicked up dust outside Sharm El Sheikh. I’d never been on a quad bike before (honestly, I was half convinced I’d tip over in the first five minutes), but our guide just grinned and said, “You’ll get it.” He was right. The engine rattled under me and suddenly we were flying across these wide-open spaces, sun already low enough to throw long shadows behind the Sinai Mountains. There’s something about that desert air — dry, sharp, almost electric — that makes you feel awake in a way coffee never could.

We stopped at this place they call the Valley of Echo. Our guide clapped his hands and the sound bounced back at us, louder than I expected. Everyone tried their own shout — some shy, some just laughing. There’s no real reason for it except that you can. After that, we kept riding until we saw a Bedouin tent set up against the sand. Inside was cooler and smelled faintly of smoke and mint; they poured us sweet black tea in little glasses. Li laughed when I tried to say thank you in Arabic — probably butchered it, but nobody seemed to mind.

I still think about that moment sitting cross-legged on those scratchy rugs, sipping tea while the world outside glowed gold for a few minutes longer. It’s not polished or perfect out there — your shoes fill with sand and your hair gets wild — but maybe that’s what makes it stick with you after you’re back in your hotel room, watching the last bit of desert dust settle out of your bag.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Quad biking adventure in Sinai Desert

• Pick up from hotel
• Practice quad biking
• Ride across desert
• Stop at valley of Echo
• Visit Bedouin tent and drink tea
• Experience sunset over desert
• Drive back to hotel

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Sharm El Sheikh quad biking tour?

Yes, pickup from your hotel in Sharm El Sheikh is included and you’ll be dropped back after the tour.

How long does the quad biking part last?

The guided quad biking adventure lasts around 1 hour and 20 minutes including two stops.

Can children join this Sinai Desert quad bike tour?

Children up to 9.99 years old can ride alongside an adult on the same quad bike.

Do I need previous experience to drive a quad bike?

No previous riding experience is needed; there’s a short practice session at the start.

What are the main stops during this day trip from Sharm El Sheikh?

You’ll stop at Echo Valley for sound experiments and at a Bedouin tent for traditional tea.

Is this tour suitable for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries?

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

What should I wear or bring on this desert quad biking trip?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting sandy; sunglasses or a scarf help with wind and dust.

What’s included

Your day includes air-conditioned hotel pickup and return transport from anywhere in Sharm El Sheikh, all guided quad biking through the Sinai Desert (with no experience required), two scenic stops including time at Echo Valley and inside a Bedouin tent where you’ll be served traditional sweet tea before heading back to your hotel as evening falls.