Sharm El-Sheikh: Parasailing, Camel Ride, Dive & Quad Bike

Sharm El-Sheikh gives you two very different playgrounds in one day: dry desert outside town and clear Red Sea water along the coast. This $41 multi-activity tour lets you sample both, from a quad bike and camel ride to parasailing and a beginner scuba session.

I like the way you can choose the size of your adventure. The full option packs in the most activities, while shorter versions focus on parasailing or combine it with a banana boat and tube ride. I also like the included hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, water, tea, and tour leader.

The main drawback is pace. The full outing covers a lot of ground and can make for a long day, especially if you want quiet time between activities. You also need to send a passport copy one day before the activity for permission, and the tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Key points to know before booking

• One ticket covers desert and sea activities: The full option combines a quad bike safari, camel ride, parasailing, banana boat, tube ride, and introductory scuba session.
• You can choose a shorter version: Book parasailing alone, or select parasailing with the banana boat and tube ride.
• Parasailing allows solo or shared rides: You can go alone or choose to fly with your partner.
• The $41 price is strongest for the full option: It offers several paid-style activities in one day, though the schedule may feel busy.
• Hotel pickup is included: Transport begins and ends at your Sharm El-Sheikh meeting point or hotel pickup location, depending on the option booked.
• Pack for both water and desert: Bring swimwear, a towel, sunglasses, and your passport or ID card. Large bags are not allowed.

One Sharm day, from desert dust to Red Sea water

This experience is built for people who want variety rather than a single polished activity. You begin with hotel pickup in Sharm El-Sheikh, ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, and then move between desert and beach activities during the day.

That variety is the appeal. You are not spending the whole day on a boat or only racing across the sand. You get a quick look at several classic South Sinai experiences, with the sea providing the main action and the desert activities adding a change of scene.

The full package includes a quad bike safari, camel ride, parasailing, banana boat, tube ride, and introductory scuba session. You can also book less expensive or shorter versions, although the exact meeting point changes with the option you select.

Do not expect a slow, private outing built around long pauses. This is an active excursion with several set activities. If you want to keep moving and try as much as possible in one day, that works in your favor. If you prefer a relaxed beach day, choose one of the shorter versions.

Starting with a quad bike in the South Sinai desert

The full tour begins with a quad bike safari. This gives you a taste of the desert outside Sharm El-Sheikh before the day turns toward the coast.

The attraction here is simple: you trade the resort setting for open desert and a motorized ride across dry ground. A quad bike safari is a good fit if you want some hands-on action before getting into the water. It also breaks up the day nicely, since the later activities are all sea-based.

Keep your expectations practical. The supplied details do not give a route length, riding time, group size, or the exact desert location. You should think of this as one activity within a packed day, not a dedicated desert expedition.

Dust and sun are part of the setting, so sunglasses are useful. They are also listed among the items to bring, and they will help during both the desert portion and the bright beach activities.

A camel ride that adds a slower desert moment

After the quad bike, you get a camel ride. The change from engine power to a slower animal ride is part of the fun. It gives you a different way to experience the desert and keeps the full option from becoming one long run of speed-based activities.

For many people, the camel ride will be more about the scene and the novelty than distance. It is a brief taste of a traditional desert experience, paired here with the more modern quad bike safari.

The available information does not specify how long you remain on the camel or whether the ride follows a particular route. If camel riding is the main reason you are booking, check the final schedule with the provider before you go. If it is one item on a list of several activities, it fits the day well.

Parasailing above Sharm El-Sheikh

The beach portion begins with parasailing. You are lifted high above the water behind a boat, giving you a bird’s-eye view of the coast and the open sea.

This is likely the visual highlight of the tour. From above, the water becomes the whole setting rather than just the place where the boat is moving. You can choose to ride as a single participant or with your partner, which makes the activity flexible for couples or friends.

Parasailing is also the best choice for someone who wants a memorable water activity without spending the whole day in the water. You get height, movement, and a clear view, but the activity itself is relatively focused compared with the longer full package.

If you only want parasailing, there is a dedicated option. That is worth considering if you have limited time, do not want the desert portion, or prefer to avoid an all-day schedule. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but the meeting point can vary according to the option selected.

Bring your swimwear and towel even if parasailing is your main goal. The broader beach program includes several water activities, and the exact flow of the day depends on what you book.

Banana boat and tube rides for fast, splashy fun

The banana boat ride follows the parasailing portion in the fuller beach option. You sit on an inflatable banana-shaped boat while a speedboat pulls you across the waves.

This is group fun rather than a quiet way to admire the sea. The appeal is the bouncing motion, the spray, and the shared laughs when the boat cuts across the water. It is a good addition for families and friends who want something lively and easy to understand.

The tube ride offers a similar setup, with an inflatable tube pulled behind a speedboat. You bounce across the waves and feel each change in speed and direction. The tube can feel more exposed than the banana boat, since the shape and seating are different, but the key point is the same: this is a short, playful ride rather than a sightseeing cruise.

Both activities are included only with the relevant option. If you book the parasailing-only version, do not assume the banana boat and tube are part of it. The package names matter here.

A beginner scuba session beneath the surface

The full option also includes an introductory scuba session, bringing you closer to the Red Sea’s underwater life. This is aimed at people who want a first taste of breathing underwater rather than a full certification course.

The appeal is clear. Sharm El-Sheikh is known for its sea life, and a beginner session gives you a chance to see what the underwater world feels like instead of only looking at the water from above.

The description does not provide the exact site, underwater depth, session length, equipment details, or certification arrangements. For that reason, you should treat this as an introduction, not as a replacement for a dedicated scuba course or a full day built around underwater exploration.

That distinction matters when comparing the tour with specialist water programs. Here, the scuba session is one part of a broad activity day. It may suit you if you want to try it without committing to a longer course. If underwater time is your priority, ask Hunter Divers for the exact format before booking.

Why the full option can be good value at $41

At $41 per person, the full package offers a lot of activity for the price. You receive hotel pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned transport, water, tea, a professional tour leader, and the listed desert and sea activities.

The value comes from variety. Paying separately for a quad bike safari, camel ride, parasailing, banana boat, tube ride, and introductory scuba session could cost more, and arranging all of them on your own would take extra time. This package puts them under one booking.

The trade-off is that the price does not include extras that are not listed, and photos are not included. If you want pictures of the parasailing flight, camel ride, or water activities, plan for that to be a separate expense if photography is offered.

You should also compare the exact option rather than focusing only on the headline price. The full package gives you the strongest value if you genuinely want most of the activities. A shorter option may make more sense if you only want parasailing and a few water rides.

One direct rating available for the experience is 4.2 out of 5 from 29 reviews. The clearest positive point is value for money, with one five-star review describing the day as long but worth it. That is a useful warning and recommendation in the same sentence: the price is appealing, but the full schedule asks for energy.

Transport, paperwork, and what to bring

Pickup from your Sharm El-Sheikh hotel is included, followed by transport in an air-conditioned vehicle. The activity ends back at the meeting point or pickup location, depending on the option booked.

The meeting point may vary, so check the booking details carefully. Do not assume every package begins at the same place or follows the same pickup arrangement.

You need to bring:

• Passport or ID card
• A copy of your passport, sent one day before the activity for permission
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Towel

Large bags and luggage are not allowed. Travel light, and leave bulky belongings at your hotel whenever possible. Water and tea are included, but the information does not promise a meal, so do not treat this as a food-inclusive excursion.

The tour is offered in Arabic, English, and Russian. A professional tour leader is included, but no individual guide names are provided. Hunter Divers is the listed experience provider.

Cancellation is flexible up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. You can also reserve and pay later, which is useful if your South Sinai plans are still changing.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would recommend the full option to active visitors who want a broad sample of Sharm El-Sheikh rather than one carefully focused activity. It suits couples, friends, and families who like switching between land and water and do not mind a full schedule.

It is especially useful for a short stay. Instead of spending separate days arranging desert transport, a camel ride, parasailing, and water sports, you can combine them into one outing.

The shorter options are better for anyone with limited energy or a tighter schedule. Parasailing alone gives you the main aerial experience without committing to the desert and multiple water rides. Parasailing with the banana boat and tube ride keeps the day focused on the coast.

This is not suitable for wheelchair users. It may also be a poor fit if you dislike crowded activity schedules, want a quiet beach day, or expect a long, specialized scuba session. The available details do not say how the day handles rest periods, meal breaks, or exact activity durations, so ask before booking if those points matter to you.

Should you book the full package?

Book it if your priority is variety and value. For $41, the full version gives you a lot to do, and the included transport removes much of the planning work. The combination of desert riding, camel time, parasailing, inflatable boat rides, and an introductory scuba session creates a lively day with very little repetition.

Choose a shorter option if you mainly want parasailing or sea activities. You will lose the quad bike, camel ride, and scuba portions, but you may enjoy a more manageable pace.

My practical advice is to decide based on energy, not just price. The full tour is the better bargain on paper, and the strong value feedback supports that. But it is also a long day, so book it because you want a packed adventure, not because you feel obliged to use every included activity.

FAQ

How much does the Sharm El-Sheikh activity cost?

The listed price is $41 per person. Different package options are available, so confirm which activities are included with the option you select.

What activities are included in the full option?

The full option includes a quad bike safari, camel ride, parasailing, banana boat ride, tube ride, and an introductory scuba session.

Can I book parasailing by itself?

Yes. A parasailing-only option is available.

Is there an option with only water activities?

Yes. You can choose an option that includes parasailing, a banana boat ride, and a tube ride.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sharm El-Sheikh are included, although the meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Can I ride the parasail with my partner?

Yes. The parasailing activity can be taken as a single rider or with your partner.

What should I bring?

Bring your passport or ID card, sunglasses, swimwear, and a towel. A copy of your passport must be sent one day before the activity for permission.

Are meals and photos included?

No. Additional expenses not listed are excluded, and photos are not included. Water and tea are included.

Is the tour suitable for wheelchair users?

No. The activity is not suitable for wheelchair users.