Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh

The best part of this Sharm el Sheikh safari is how much it packs into one desert evening. You race across the Sinai by ATV, ride a camel, visit a Bedouin camp, eat dinner under the stars, watch a show, and finish with a telescope pointed at the night sky.

I like the mix of active and relaxed stops, and I like the human touch: guides such as Ibrahim Ayesh, called Coconut, are known for keeping the mood light while helping the group. The buffet also gives you a proper meal rather than a token snack.

The main drawback is the pace. Five hours is enough for a taste of everything, but not enough for long, quiet time at any one stop. Shared ATVs, dust, and a group of up to 50 people may also feel busy.

Key points before you book

• ATV ride through the Sinai: You receive a short safety briefing before driving into the desert and mountain valleys.
• Camel ride and Bedouin visit: Expect tea, a short camel ride, and a demonstration of Bedouin bread-making.
• Dinner under the stars: The buffet includes salads, grilled kofta, chicken, rice, pasta, potatoes, bread, tea, water, and cola.
• Show and telescope session: The evening includes entertainment plus an introduction to planets, stars, and constellations.
• Guide personalities matter: Ibrahim Ayesh, known as Coconut, and Hasabo receive especially warm praise for their humor and helpfulness.
• Good value at $48: Transfers, activities, dinner, entertainment, and a telescope session are included, while scarves, goggles, photos, and videos cost extra.

One evening, five desert activities

This excursion is built for you if you want a lively introduction to the Sinai without arranging several separate outings. It is not a slow, remote desert camp. It is a full group program with a clear sequence: transfer, ATV ride, Bedouin stop, dinner and show, stargazing, then return to Sharm el Sheikh.

At $48 per person, the value is strong on paper. Your price covers hotel pickup and drop-off, the ATV base transfer, the camel ride, Bedouin tea, bread-making, dinner, the show, and telescope use. You are paying for convenience as much as for adventure. The operator handles the transport and timing, so you do not need to find an ATV center or arrange a desert meal yourself.

I would choose this for a first desert outing, especially if you have only one free evening in Sharm. If you want long stretches of silence, serious astronomy, or an extended camel trek, this is probably too packed.

Hotel pickup and the late-afternoon start

The advertised start time is 3:00 p.m., while the detailed schedule says hotel pickup is around 4:00 p.m. That difference is worth checking when you book, since exact pickup time can depend on your hotel and the day’s transport plan.

You are collected in an air-conditioned vehicle and taken to the ATV base. Door-to-door transport is one of the tour’s most useful features. Desert activities are often outside the main resort area, and arranging a taxi in the afternoon can add cost and uncertainty.

The vehicle is shared, and the group can reach 50 people. That matters because large groups usually mean more waiting at the ATV base, more time lining up for the camel ride, and less freedom to set your own pace. On the positive side, a group program keeps the $48 price low and can make the evening feel social.

ATV riding through the Sinai desert

At the base, you receive a short briefing on how to use the quad bikes. One or two people may share an ATV, and the stated weight limit is no more than 120 kilograms.

The ride lasts about one hour. You drive into the desert, passing open sand and mountain country where the shape of the valleys creates an echo. The scenery is the main reason to pay attention here. You are not simply driving in circles at a small practice yard. The route takes you out into the dry interior around Sharm el Sheikh.

The ATV portion is likely to be the most exciting part of the evening, but it is also the part that needs the most practical preparation. Bring clothing you do not mind covering in dust. Sunglasses can help, although the operator specifically lists goggles and a scarf as extras, not inclusions.

You may ride alone or share with another person. If you want your own quad, the tour offers an upgrade for a private ATV trip. That option is worth considering if you are an experienced rider, dislike sharing controls, or want a more personal outing. The standard package is fine for a first-time ride, but it is not the same as having a private machine and a private guide.

The ATV ride is guided, so you should follow the group’s speed and route. Do not expect open-ended riding across the desert. The purpose is to combine a short adventure with several other activities in the same evening.

Tea, camels, and Bedouin bread

After the first ride, you stop at a Bedouin camp for about 30 minutes. This is a short cultural visit, not a full village stay, but it adds a useful change of pace.

You can ride a camel, drink tea, and learn how Bedouin bread is prepared. The bread-making demonstration gives this stop more substance than a simple photo break. It also lets you rest your arms and settle down after the ATV ride.

The camel ride itself is brief. That is important to understand before booking. If riding a camel is high on your list, you will get the experience and the photograph, but not a long trek through the desert. Camels can also be less comfortable than quads, especially if you are not used to their rocking movement.

The Bedouin visit is best approached as a friendly introduction rather than a detailed cultural study. You have enough time for tea, bread, and a short ride, but not for an extended conversation or a long exploration of local life.

Dinner in the Bedouin tent

The evening then moves to a Bedouin tent for dinner and entertainment. This part lasts around two and a half hours, although that block also includes the show, the astronomy talk, and the return ATV ride to the base.

The meal is a buffet. The listed salads include green salad, tahini, and sesame salad. The main dishes include grilled kofta, chicken, rice, pasta, potatoes, and bread. Tea, water, and cola are included with dinner.

That is a generous menu for a $48 outing. You are not being asked to pay extra for the basic meal or standard drinks, which makes it easier to judge the total cost before booking. Food quality can vary from night to night, but the repeated praise for tasty, plentiful food suggests dinner is one of the stronger parts of the program.

The dinner is served in a group setting, so do not expect a private table or a quiet restaurant meal. The tent atmosphere is part of the appeal. You are eating after sunset, surrounded by other people on the same desert program, with the show and astronomy session still ahead.

The operator states that the dinner does not include common allergens such as nuts, dairy, gluten, and shellfish. If you have a serious allergy, I would still confirm the arrangements directly before departure. A general menu note is helpful, but it is not a substitute for a personal dietary conversation.

The show and the guides

The entertainment is presented after or during dinner. Details of the exact program are not fixed in the information provided, but the experience includes a show, and past descriptions specifically refer to a fire performance and belly dancing.

This is a traditional tourist-night format, so you should expect a lively production rather than a small private performance. It works well after the ATV ride because you can sit, eat, and watch instead of spending the entire evening on the move.

The guide can make a big difference here. Ibrahim Ayesh, widely called Coconut, receives especially strong praise for being funny, energetic, polite, and attentive. Hasabo and Mohammed Ibrahim are also singled out as helpful guides. Your assigned guide may differ, but the repeated emphasis on friendly staff suggests that the human side of the trip is central to its appeal.

I would not book this expecting a formal historical lecture. The guide’s job is to keep the group together, explain the activities, help with the practical details, and make the evening enjoyable. That approach suits families and first-time visitors more than people seeking a scholarly account of Bedouin culture.

Stargazing with a telescope

The final special feature is the telescope session. While you eat and watch the show, you also hear an introduction to planets, constellations, and stars. Some objects can be viewed through a high-powered telescope.

The desert setting helps because the sky is less affected by city lights than the center of Sharm el Sheikh. Still, the quality of the stargazing depends on cloud cover, visibility, moonlight, equipment, and how much time the group receives at the telescope. The tour presents this as an evening astronomy experience, not as a professional observatory visit.

I like the way this closes the evening. The ATV ride gives you movement and noise, while the telescope session asks you to slow down and look up. It also gives children something specific to watch for, rather than leaving the group with only a vague promise of stars.

Keep your expectations in proportion. You may see bright stars and several objects through the telescope, but a group of up to 50 people means viewing time can be shared. If astronomy is your main goal, ask how much time is set aside for the telescope before you book.

Returning by ATV and bus

After dinner, the program returns to the ATV base by quad bike. Your bus then takes you back to your hotel.

This final ride means you are using the quads for both the outward and return portions around the camp. It also keeps the group moving as one unit. The benefit is a tidy schedule. The tradeoff is that you cannot simply leave the dinner area when you are ready.

The total duration is about five hours. With a start in the afternoon, you should expect to return later in the evening. The exact finish time is not supplied, so if you have a show, restaurant booking, or airport transfer afterward, leave plenty of room.

What to bring and what costs extra

The tour includes the main equipment and activities, but not every desert accessory. Scarves and goggles are excluded, as are photos and videos.

A scarf is useful for keeping dust away from your face during the quad ride. Goggles can make the ride more comfortable, especially in a moving group. If you prefer to bring your own scarf or eye protection, that is the simplest way to avoid an extra purchase.

The photography package is optional. You can take your own photos when the group stops, but the operator also offers professional photos and videos for an additional charge. Decide in advance how much you want. Desert tour photos can be a nice reminder, but they can also push the final cost above the advertised $48.

Wear practical clothing and closed shoes. The supplied information does not specify a dress code, so the sensible choice is clothing suited to dust, outdoor movement, and a cooler desert evening after sunset.

Who will enjoy this Sharm el Sheikh safari?

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• First-time visitors who want several Sinai activities in one evening
• Families looking for a structured outing with food and entertainment
• Couples who like a mix of adventure, dinner, and night-sky viewing
• Travelers who prefer hotel pickup rather than arranging desert transport
• Anyone who wants good activity value without paying for a private tour

You may want another option if you dislike group tours, have limited mobility, or want a long and quiet camel trek. The operator says most people can participate, but ATV riding, mounting a camel, and moving around a desert camp still require a reasonable level of mobility.

A private transfer and private ATV upgrade are available. Those additions make more sense if you value personal space, want to control the pace, or are traveling as a small group. The standard version remains the better deal for most people who simply want a full evening out.

Is the $48 price good value?

Yes, provided you want the whole bundle. The price includes transport, quad biking, camel riding, tea, bread-making, dinner, a show, and telescope use. Booking each element separately would likely take more time and could cost more, even without the convenience of hotel pickup.

The value is less clear if you plan to skip several parts. Someone interested only in serious stargazing may find the ATV ride and entertainment take up too much of the evening. Someone who wants only a short quad ride may be paying for dinner and activities they do not care about.

The large group is the reason this package can stay affordable. You trade private attention for a long list of inclusions. For many visitors, that is a fair bargain.

Should you book it?

Book this safari if you want a busy, good-value evening that covers the classic Sharm desert menu: ATV, camel, Bedouin tea, dinner, entertainment, and stars. The strongest reasons to choose it are the included transfers, generous meal, telescope session, and guides such as Coconut, Hasabo, and Mohammed Ibrahim, when assigned.

Skip it if you want a quiet desert experience, a long camel journey, or a serious astronomy night. Before paying, confirm your pickup time, ask about the private ATV option if that matters to you, and remember that scarves, goggles, photos, and videos are extra.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Last-minute cancellations or changes are not accepted.

FAQ

How long is the safari?

The experience lasts approximately five hours.

What time does the tour start?

The listed start time is 3:00 p.m. The detailed schedule describes hotel pickup at about 4:00 p.m., so confirm the exact pickup time for your hotel when booking.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Round-trip transport from your Sharm el Sheikh hotel is included in an air-conditioned vehicle.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 50 people.

Can two people share one ATV?

Yes. One or two people can ride on an ATV. The stated maximum weight is 120 kilograms.

Is dinner included?

Yes. Dinner is served in a Bedouin tent and includes salads, grilled kofta, chicken, rice, pasta, potatoes, bread, tea, water, and cola.

Is the camel ride included?

Yes. The package includes a camel ride at the Bedouin stop.

Are scarves and goggles included?

No. Scarves and goggles are not included in the listed price.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded.