Hurghada Day Trips

Desert Safari Hurghada: Quad, Jeep, Buggy & Stargazing

Choose a shorter quad outing, a longer safari programme, a buggy, stargazing or a private jeep. Compare the vehicle price and actual activity time.

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Jagged peaks of the Red Sea Mountains in the Eastern Desert near Hurghada

Fifteen minutes from the hotels, the tarmac ends and the Eastern Desert begins: wide sandy plains, dry wadis and the Red Sea Mountains glowing orange at sunset. A desert safari is the perfect contrast to your beach days, and at Hurghada Day Trips we offer every style — from a short quad ride to a full evening with dinner and a telescope.

Every safari includes hotel pickup, safety equipment, a briefing before you drive, water, and a stop at a Bedouin camp for tea. Morning trips are cooler and the light is sharp; afternoon trips finish with the sunset, which is the most popular slot for good reason.

How to choose

Which desert safari trip is right for you?

Short on time? The quad bike safari takes about three to four hours and still includes a Bedouin village stop and a short camel ride.

Want the full experience? The Super Safari combines a quad ride, a 4x4 jeep, camels, a folklore show and a barbecue dinner — it is our best-selling desert trip.

Travelling with young children or older relatives? The private desert safari uses a private jeep and driver so you control the pace. For quieter evenings, the stargazing safari swaps engines for a telescope and a guide who explains the night sky.

Looking for more adrenaline? Try the dune buggy safari, or trade horsepower for real horses on a beach and desert horse ride.

Compare at a glance

TripDurationReal activity timeFrom
Quad Bike Safari Hurghada (Morning or Sunset)3–4 hoursAbout 1.5 hours of riding€35 per single quad
Super Safari: Quad, Jeep, Camel & Bedouin Dinner5–6 hoursAbout 1 hour on quads, 45 minutes by jeep, plus the evening camp€45 per person
Stargazing Desert Safari with Bedouin Dinner5 hoursAbout 1 hour of guided stargazing with a telescope€40 per person
Dune Buggy Safari Hurghada3–4 hoursAbout 1.5 hours of driving€65 per person (2 per buggy)
Horse Riding on the Beach & Desert2–3 hoursAbout 1 hour in the saddle€25 per person
Private Desert Safari by Jeep4–5 hoursAbout 4 hours in the desert at your own pace€260 per jeep (up to 6 guests)

Prices are indicative starting prices in EUR; your final price is confirmed in writing before payment.

Safety standards

How we keep you safe

The standards every desert safari partner of Hurghada Day Trips must meet.

Driver and passenger rules

Check the minimum driving age and seating rules for the selected vehicle.

Briefing and equipment

Follow the guide’s instructions and confirm which safety equipment is included.

Guide-led routes

Keep to the route and speed set for your activity.

Choose a suitable programme

Tell us about your group’s needs before booking; compare a passenger or private-vehicle option if needed.

The complete guide

Which Hurghada safari fits your group?

The quad bike safari suits guests who want a focused riding activity. Compare it with the Super Safari if you want a longer programme with several activities. A buggy is a different vehicle choice; check its seating, driver requirements and included riding time.

For a quieter evening, compare stargazing. A private jeep can suit a group that wants its own vehicle and an agreed programme. Check each itinerary rather than assuming that dinner, a show, camel riding or stargazing is included in every safari.

Single quads, doubles and children’s fares

A single quad carries one rider and a double carries two. The quad booking form calculates the selected vehicles and checks the number of seats against everyone in your group. Enter children as passengers as well as adults, even when sharing a double.

Quad prices are per selected vehicle, so standard half-price child tickets do not apply to that vehicle fare. Driving ages and passenger rules must also be met. Other per-person safari programmes show their child fares and any minimum booking price in the form.

Total duration and time spent riding

A safari’s advertised trip length can include hotel transfers, check-in, briefing, travel to the activity and other stops. Check how much of the programme is actually spent riding, as well as any waiting and camp time. Timings can change with the departure and conditions.

Confirm what is included for your chosen programme, including helmets and any other equipment, meals, drinks and hotel pickup. Optional photos or other purchases should be priced before you agree to them.

Before you book

Send the exact hotel, preferred date, group size, children’s ages and vehicle choice. Tell us if anyone prefers to ride as a passenger or avoid a particular activity. Review the operator’s suitability rules before choosing.

Check the desert safari guide for practical preparation. Your pickup area can affect the transfer time and price, so use the area shown for your hotel rather than selecting central Hurghada by default.

Our guarantees

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Check how payment, pricing, pickup and changes work before you choose your excursion.

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Cancellation terms

Most standard day trips allow free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup. Check the terms for your selected trip.

Payment options

Where available, pay in full online or pay a deposit with the remaining balance in cash. Other programmes are confirmed before payment.

Weather arrangements

If a sea trip cannot operate safely or the port closes, we arrange another date or a full refund.

Clear booking total

Check the trip fare, children’s fares, hotel-area supplement and any options in the booking total or written quote.

Hotel pickup areas

Central Hurghada pickup is included where stated. Other resort areas can carry a supplement, shown during booking or confirmed in your quote.

Registered company

Hurghada Day Trips is a trading name of a company registered in England and Wales, with excursions delivered by local partners in Egypt.

FAQ

Desert Safari: your questions answered

Do I need a driving licence for a quad or buggy?

No licence is needed. You receive a safety briefing and a short practice lap before setting off, and the guide leads the convoy at a controlled speed. Minimum ages apply for driving; children can ride as passengers with an adult.

What should I wear on a desert safari?

Closed shoes, light long trousers and sunglasses. We provide a headscarf to protect against dust. Evenings in winter can be cold in the desert, so bring a warm layer between November and March.

Morning or sunset — which is better?

Sunset trips have the best light and include dinner on most programmes. Morning trips are cooler in summer (May to September) and usually quieter.

Is the Bedouin village real?

The camps you visit are set up for visitors, but they are run by families from the local Bedouin tribes and give a genuine taste of their tea, bread and hospitality. We make this clear so your expectations are right.

Ready to choose your Hurghada excursion?

Send your date, hotel, group size and children's ages. We can help you compare suitable trips and confirm the price and pickup arrangements.

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