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 ride an ATV through the Sinai Desert, stop at a Bedouin camp for camel riding and bread making, then finish with dinner, a show, and stargazing through a telescope.

I like the easy door-to-door transport and the mix of active and relaxed moments. I also like the human touch: guides such as Ibrahim Ayesh, known as Coconut, Hasabo, and Mohammed Ibrahim are repeatedly singled out for their humor and care. The main drawback is that the ATV and camel rides are fairly short, and a group of up to 50 can feel busy.

Key points to know before booking

• One evening, five desert activities: ATV riding, camel riding, Bedouin tea, dinner with a show, and telescope stargazing.
• ATV riding lasts about one hour: You receive a short operating briefing before heading into the desert.
• The Bedouin stop is more than a camel photo: You can drink tea and see how Bedouin bread is prepared.
• Dinner is a generous barbecue buffet: Expect kofta, chicken, rice, pasta, potatoes, bread, salads, tea, water, and cola.
• Guides help shape the evening: Coconut is especially associated with a funny, energetic style, while other named guides include Hasabo and Mohammed Ibrahim.
• Bring protection for dust and sun: Scarves and goggles are not included, and photos and videos cost extra.

Why this Sharm el Sheikh safari works as an evening plan

This is a good choice if you want a taste of the Sinai Desert without giving up a full day. The schedule begins around 3:00 p.m. and runs for about five hours, taking you from afternoon light into the cooler evening and starry sky.

I like that the tour does not make you arrange separate taxis, desert transfers, or dinner. An air-conditioned vehicle collects you from your hotel, takes you to the ATV base, and brings you back after the night ends.

The format is social and activity-packed. You are not signing up for a quiet, private desert outing unless you choose the private options. The normal group can reach 50 people, so expect a shared experience with several vehicles, guides, and other participants.

That busy setting is part of the fun for families and groups, but it matters if you prefer silence or a slow pace. You will move from one activity to the next rather than spending a long time alone in the desert.

One hour on an ATV among the Sinai mountains

After pickup, you reach the ATV base and receive a short briefing on how to operate the vehicle. One or two people can share an ATV, with a maximum combined weight of 120 kilograms.

The ride lasts about an hour. You follow the guides into the desert, passing open sandy ground and mountain scenery. One memorable feature is the echo of your voice in the mountains, a simple detail that gives the ride a stronger sense of place than an ordinary off-road circuit.

You do not need previous ATV experience according to the activity details, and most participants can take part. Still, you should be comfortable with basic vehicle handling and the rough movement of an off-road ride.

The ATV portion is the most energetic part of the evening. It is also where dust becomes an issue. Scarves and goggles are not included, so bring your own if you have them, or budget for the optional purchase. Long sleeves and practical shoes make more sense here than resort clothing.

The tour description says one or two people may use an ATV. That means your riding time and control of the vehicle may depend on how you arrange the seat. If driving yourself matters, check the private ATV option before booking.

A short Bedouin stop with tea, camels, and bread

After the first ride, you stop at a Bedouin camp for roughly 30 minutes. This is a brief visit, but it changes the rhythm of the evening.

You can ride a camel, drink Bedouin tea, and learn how Bedouin bread is made. The bread demonstration gives the stop a practical detail that many desert outings skip. It also gives you a chance to sit down after the ATV ride.

The camel ride is not a long trek. Think of it as a short introduction and a chance to experience how differently a camel moves from a quad bike. If you have never ridden one, the brief format may be welcome. If camel riding is your main reason for booking, you may want a longer camel excursion instead.

The camp stop also gives you a closer look at the social side of the tour. Guides and staff help keep the group moving, and the friendly, playful style associated with Coconut appears to be a major part of the atmosphere. He is known for jokes, energy, and making people feel included.

Dinner, desert entertainment, and telescope stargazing

The longest portion of the tour lasts about two and a half hours. You take the ATVs to the tent area, where dinner and the evening show take place beneath the night sky.

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

This is useful value at $48 per person. A separate ATV ride, camel experience, evening meal, show, and transport could quickly cost more if arranged one by one. The dinner is not presented as a fine dining event, but it is substantial, familiar, and suited to feeding a large group after the desert activities.

The supplied food information says the dinner does not include common allergens such as nuts, dairy, gluten, and shellfish. That wording is unusual, so if you have a serious allergy, confirm the menu and preparation arrangements before booking rather than relying only on the general description.

The show includes entertainment around the dinner setting, with fire performance and belly dancing mentioned in the activity details and guest comments. The exact program can vary, but you should expect a staged Bedouin-style evening rather than a private cultural performance.

After or during the meal, a guide explains planets, constellations, and stars. You can then use a powerful telescope to view some of them. Sharm el Sheikh’s desert setting gives the night a clearer feel than the city, though the experience remains part of a group dinner and show.

The stargazing is a pleasant extra, not a full astronomy course. If you already know the night sky or want long periods of silent observation, keep your expectations in check. If you simply want to see stars through a telescope after an evening in the desert, it adds a memorable final layer.

What the guide can add to the experience

The strongest personal element is the guide. Several names appear in the feedback connected with this experience, including Ibrahim Ayesh, who is called Coconut, Hasabo, and Mohammed Ibrahim.

Coconut is repeatedly associated with humor, energy, and a warm manner. That matters on a group tour because there are several transitions: hotel pickup, the ATV briefing, the ride, camel mounting, tea, dinner, the show, and the return to the base. A lively guide can make those pauses feel less like waiting.

Hasabo is described as helpful and friendly, while Mohammed Ibrahim is praised for guiding the group well. Guides can change from one departure to another, so you should not book on the assumption that one particular person will lead your tour.

Still, the pattern is clear: the human side of the outing is important. This is not an automated ATV loop followed by a buffet. The guide’s jokes, directions, and attention help turn a standard desert package into a more enjoyable evening.

Is $48 a fair price?

At $48, the tour offers solid value if you want several activities in one booking. The price includes hotel transfers, ATV transport to and from the base, the camel ride, tea, bread preparation, dinner, drinks, the show, and telescope use.

The strongest value comes from the convenience. You do not need to negotiate a taxi to a distant desert base or figure out how to return after dark. The air-conditioned vehicle also gives you a comfortable break between the hotel and the desert.

The price is less compelling if you want one activity done in depth. An experienced ATV rider may find one hour too short. Someone focused on astronomy may find that the telescope session is only one part of a busy evening. A visitor seeking a long camel ride will also want a more specialized outing.

Private transfers and a private ATV trip are available as upgrades. Those options make sense for couples, families, or small groups who want more control, but the standard shared tour is the better budget choice.

Who should book this desert evening?

I would recommend it for first-time visitors to Sharm el Sheikh who want a broad sample of desert activities in one outing. Families, couples, and groups of friends can all find something here, from the ATV ride to the dinner and show.

It is also useful for anyone who does not want to spend a full day away from the resort. The afternoon departure leaves the morning open, and the return takes place after the evening program.

You should think twice if you dislike group activities, dust, or fixed schedules. The tour moves at the pace of the whole group, and the maximum size of 50 people means the atmosphere can be lively rather than peaceful.

You also need to remember that scarves, goggles, photos, and videos are not included. If you want professional images of the ATV ride or camel stop, plan for an extra charge.

Practical details that affect your evening

Pickup is offered from your Sharm el Sheikh hotel, with the stated start time around 3:00 p.m. The trip lasts approximately five hours, although exact pickup and return times can vary.

Confirmation is provided when you book. The tour is near public transportation, but the included hotel transfer is the easier choice and avoids arranging your own ride to the ATV base.

Most people can participate, but the ATV has a maximum weight limit of 120 kilograms for one or two riders. Anyone with concerns about riding, mounting a camel, or managing the desert conditions should ask the provider before paying.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that window are not refunded or accepted.

The experience has a five-star rating from 165 reviews and is marked as recommended by 100 percent of the listed participants. The most consistent praise centers on the guides, the food, the show, and the chance to combine several activities in one night.

Should you book Safari 5 in 1?

Book it if you want a lively, good-value introduction to the Sinai Desert, with transport and dinner handled for you. The strongest reasons are the one-hour ATV ride, the friendly guide style associated with Coconut and the other named guides, the generous barbecue meal, and the telescope session after dark.

Skip it if you want a private desert escape, a long camel trek, serious astronomy, or several hours of uninterrupted ATV riding. For most visitors looking for variety rather than depth, this is a practical way to turn one afternoon and evening in Sharm el Sheikh into a full desert outing.

FAQ

How long does the safari last?

The experience lasts approximately five hours. Pickup is scheduled around 3:00 p.m., and the program continues through the ATV ride, Bedouin stop, dinner, show, and stargazing.

Is hotel pickup included?

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

How long is the ATV ride?

The ATV portion lasts about one hour. You receive a short briefing before riding into the desert.

Can two people share one ATV?

Yes. One or two people can ride an ATV, with a maximum weight of 120 kilograms.

What food and drinks are included?

Dinner includes green salad, tahini, sesame salad, barbecue kofta, chicken, rice, pasta, potatoes, and bread. Tea, water, and cola are included as drinks.

Are scarves, goggles, photos, and videos included?

No. Scarves and goggles are not included, and photos and videos are also extra.