The 15 Desert Safaris in Egypt That Earn Their Price

1.Jeep Adventure to Blue Hole, Canyon & Dahab

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,759 reviews · from $22Our pick

Travel from Sharm El Sheikh to Dahab with guides such as Mido, Sayed, Zain, or Bishoy, depending on your group. Walk through Colored Canyon, snorkel at Blue Hole, eat lunch in a Bedouin tent, ride a camel, and add quad biking along the coast. Expect a long, active day with several stops and rough jeep roads.

“Mido was absolute Superstar ⭐ I was hesitant to do the snorkeling due to a past bad experience but thanks to him I was able to experience beautiful scenery of the underwater life Thank you for the great adventure day!”

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2.Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Magic Lake, & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,273 reviews · 10 hours · from $119

Leave Cairo or Giza for Qarun Lake and Faiyum’s desert. Ride a 4x4 over soft dunes, try sandboarding, choose a camel or horse ride, see Wadi El Rayan’s waterfall and Mudawara Mountain, then swim or take photos at Magic Lake before a Bedouin-style BBQ lunch. Guides such as Ryan, Sabra, Ahmed, and Taha are available depending on the booking.

“What an incredible experience! So well designed, amazing selection of landscapes and fun activities.Rayan(our guide)Habib,your knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm truly made this Desert safari unforgettable.We felt so well taken care of, and your warm, friendly demeanor made the whole day even more special. It’s clear you love what you do, and that energy was contagious! Thank you all again for such a memorable adventure — we’ll definitely be recommending to anyone who visits Cairo searching for adventure in nature at its best!”

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3.Pyramids of Giza: 1-Hour Quad Bike Desert Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 930 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $40

Leave your Giza, Cairo, Al Haram, or 6th of October City hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, then ride a quad bike through the permitted desert area near the pyramids. Guides such as Ibrahim, Fahd, Aladdin, and Hamada help beginners, take photos, and point out views of the pyramids, Sphinx, Cairo, and Giza. A camel ride is available if you choose that option.

“Amazing tour with great views of the Pyramids and Cairo. Plenty of opportunities for photos with lots of thrills on the way. Timely pickup and drop off by driver and friendly guide with excellent communication - beverage provided on the way there. You will need a scarf (can stop to buy one if needed) and sunglasses, be prepared for a bit of sand, of course. 10/10”

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4.Safari Jeep, Quad, Buggy, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 882 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $29

Trade Hurghada’s beach for a 5 to 6-hour Sahara adventure. Ride a quad for 40 minutes, drive a dune buggy, bounce across the desert by Jeep, take a short camel ride, visit a Bedouin village, and finish with dinner and a Tanoura show. Guides such as Tareq, Tariq, Mohammed, and Hakuna Matata are often praised for their humor and care.

“We loved our Safari trip. The transport was right on time. Our guide was excelent and has created a small family - Hakuna Matata. The Quad guides were very kind and patient with each of us. Our Jeep driver was amazing and really gave us a great experience in the desert. The bedouin village and the show really kept us going. Overall we had an amazing experience and will defently book again when in Hurghada.”

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5.Star Watching Desert Adventure by Jeep with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 879 reviews · from $36

Leave Hurghada around 4 PM for a bumpy Jeep ride into the Red Sea desert. Meet Bedouin hosts, ride a camel, taste fresh bread, watch the sunset, eat a candlelit BBQ dinner, then study stars and planets through a telescope with guides such as Ibrahim, Adam, Arabi, or Nasser. A 30-minute quad ride is available as an add-on.

“The tour was amazing and something i would never forget. An out of body experience! It was so fun exploring the Egyptian desert life. It felt so surreal seeing the stars and learning about the constellations. Our tour guide (Arabi)who was multilingual, was very helpful and kept us entertained. Would definitely go again.”

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6.Quad Biking & Desert Safari with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 695 reviews · 3 hours · from $45

Ride a quad bike through the South Sinai desert on a three-hour trip from Sharm El Sheikh. You receive safety instructions, stop at Echo Valley for photos, enjoy Bedouin tea, and take a short camel ride. Guides including Hamada, Hego, and Ahmed are praised for careful driving support and photography. Sunrise departures add mountain views and cooler air.

“Great trip and great guide Tyson we are very happy withbthe trip”

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7.Star Stargazing Desert Adventure by Jeep & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 694 reviews · from $48

Travel 17 km off-road from Hurghada to a desert oasis for tea, farm animals, a five-minute camel ride, sunset from a hill, horse riding, dinner, and telescope stargazing. Guides such as Nasser, Abu, and Arabi explain constellations and planets. Bring warm clothes, since the desert gets cold after dark.

“Amazing time and experience. A cloudy night so not many stars but an epic view of the moon. Friendly vibe all the way, great food too. seeing the egyptian sunset in a desert setting is worth it alone.”

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8.Star Watching Desert Adventure by Jeep with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 575 reviews · from $27

Ride a 4WD Jeep 26 kilometers into Hurghada’s desert for sunset, a short camel ride, Bedouin tea, bread making, dinner, and telescope stargazing. Guides such as Moussa, Ibrahim, Adam, and David have led the astronomy sessions. Expect a bumpy drive, cool night air, and possible light pollution from the coast.

“Good, just too much waiting around when ok picking up other passengers. We waiting over 20 minutes for one group of passengers. The jeep was cramped in the back for 8 people. Otherwise beautiful sunset and location and excellent stargazing. Enjoyable evening.”

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9.From Cairo 4×4 Safari, Camel Ride, Magic Lake, Waterfalls & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · from $110Top rated

Leave Cairo or Giza by air-conditioned vehicle for Wadi El Rayan and Fayoum. With guides such as Fares, Ahmed, Ryan, and Mohammed, you’ll ride across dunes, sandboard, visit waterfalls and Magic Lake, stop at Mudawara Mountains, and eat a BBQ lunch at a Bedouin camp. Shared groups are limited to 15 people.

“We were spending the second half of our honeymoon in Egypt, and it was our first time visiting the country. Our tour of old Cairo the day before was not the best experience, so we weren’t quite sure what to expect with this one, but it certainly exceeded any expectations we had. Fares was a wonderful guide, showing from the beginning his knowledge and skill as a guide, while ensuring we were comfortable and having a good time. Also Mohammed, our driver in the desert was great and a lot of fun. All of the activities throughout the day were a lot of fun, and we never felt rushed. Also…”

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10.ATV Quad, Jeep and Buggy Safari with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 361 reviews · from $27

Head into the Hurghada desert by air-conditioned jeep for a quad ride, buggy drive, short camel ride, Bedouin camp visit, BBQ dinner, and Tanoura and fire shows. Guides such as Mohammed, Ramez, and Azam are praised for clear English, good humor, and careful safety support. Expect plenty of action, but also some waiting in the heat.

“Everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The included transfers were on time and made us feel completely safe, which set a great tone for the day. Our guide, Mohammed, truly made the experience unforgettable. He was friendly, welcoming, and full of energy. He ensured everyone was involved, always looked out for the group, and kept us laughing throughout the day. Most importantly, he clearly prioritised our safety, which we really appreciated. The mix of quad biking, dune buggies, and the jeep safari was thrilling and well-organised, and the BBQ dinner at the end was a perfect way to wrap things up. Highly recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Hurghada…”

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11.Sunset Desert Safari by Dune Buggy

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 254 reviews · 3 hours

Leave Hurghada for a guided two-hour dune buggy ride through desert sands and local villages. You’ll follow your guide in convoy, stop for photos, and watch the sun set over the dunes. Mahmood and Islam are among the guides associated with the operation. Dinner, goggles, scarves, and GoPro filming cost extra.

“The dune buggy was amazing. Great off-roading and a few drops. The show was entertaining and seeing the stars and Saturn through the telescope was a nice little ending :)”

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12.Quad Bike, Buggy, Jeep Safari, Camel Ride & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 223 reviews · from $40

Join a guided Hurghada desert safari with hotel pickup, a 45-minute quad ride, buggy driving, camel riding, and a Jeep trip to a Bedouin village. You will see bread-making and herbal remedies, then return for dinner, oriental music, belly dancing, and possibly a fire show. Guides such as Hassan, Mahmoud, and Mohamed Salah are praised for friendly help.

“Mohamed salah was a wonderful and interesting guide. Very funny and professional”

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13.Safari Jeep, Buggy, Camel, Quad, Bedouin Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 199 reviews · 6 hours · from $40

Spend six hours in the Hurghada desert with 4WD jeep driving, buggy and quad rides, a short camel trip, Bedouin dinner, and a traditional show. Guides such as Ahmed, Adel, Ramsey, Said, and Mustafa are praised for keeping groups safe and included. Expect dust, bumps, and optional paid photos.

“It was a very nice experience, I totally recommend it. The driver picked us up from the hotel (20 eur extra, totally reasonable) and brought us to the meeting point. from there we went to the bedouin village where the camel ride took place (1 lap, around 10 mins but my daughter loved it). Just a very important note here: the ride (30 mins) is VERY bumpy so if you suffer from motion sickness make sure to take some pills beforehand. maybe skip lunch also :)) After the bedouin village we returned to camp where we went on a drive with ATVs, Buggy and then had dinner and watched a…”

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14.Jeep Safari with Camel Ride, Dinner and Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 182 reviews · from $36

Ride 25 kilometers by jeep to a Bedouin village, sip Arabian tea, try a camel ride, learn traditional bread making, visit an herbal pharmacy, then return through the desert at sunset. Dinner and an Oriental show follow. Guides such as Hassan Fawzy and Mohammed Salah are attentive with families and first-time visitors.

“Activity was amazing, very well thought out and planned good. Enjoyed the experience. Had a amazing tour guide Hassan fawzy he was very caring and considerate and attentive to everyone’s needs”

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15.6-Hour Jeep Desert Safari, Dinner, and Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 175 reviews · 6 hours · from $34

Spend six hours beyond Hurghada on a guided 4WD safari to mirage viewpoints and a Bedouin village. Ride a camel, enjoy dinner and the Sahara Park show, then view stars through a digital telescope. Some departures also include quad bikes and spider buggies, so confirm your booking details before paying.

“driver was amazing had us all clapping and dancing on way. didnt realise that it was also quad bike ride very mild and buggy ride also very mild and easy. would recommend this trip over and over again”

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