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

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

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Ever wished you could pack desert thrills and stargazing together? This 5-in-1 safari is built for ATV sand rides plus Bedouin culture, then ends with real telescope views. I like that it rolls into a tight 5-hour plan without you needing to self-drive, and the night-sky finale is set up with a high-powered telescope. One thing to consider: you’ll be on quad time and dinner/show time, so if you hate being scheduled, this may feel busy.

I also love the Bedouin stop because it’s not just a pose-and-photo moment. You’ll rest with Bedouins, sip tea, and learn how Bedouin bread is made, which adds a grounded, hands-on feel to the evening. A practical heads-up: scarf and goggles aren’t included, so bring what you need for dust and sun.

On top of that, the experience seems to run with upbeat, funny guides—names like Ibrahim Ayesh (often called Coconut), Mohammed Ibrahim, Hasabo, and Hussain show up often in the feedback. The show and dinner are part of the package too, so you get value in one ticket. Still, the stargazing part depends on the night sky conditions, so don’t assume every night will look perfectly clear.

Key points before you go

Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh - Key points before you go

  • Quad bike desert time with a short briefing first, plus clear ATV rules (including a 120 kg limit per rider setup).
  • Camel ride and Bedouin tea with bread-making so you get more than a quick stop.
  • Bedouin dinner in a tent with a set menu (three salad options, BBQ spread, and included drinks).
  • Show under the stars paired with a story about planets and constellations.
  • Telescope viewing designed to help you actually see what you’re hearing about.
  • Small-group feel with a maximum of 50 travelers.

Price and what makes this safari feel like value

Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh - Price and what makes this safari feel like value
This safari costs $48 per person, and it’s the kind of price where it helps to think in “what am I avoiding?” terms. You’re basically buying transportation into the desert, an ATV base session, camel time, dinner, entertainment, and telescope stargazing all in one go.

If you try to stitch this together yourself in Sharm El Sheikh, you’ll likely spend time coordinating multiple parts, and you can end up paying extra for drivers and separate entry points. Here, the tour includes round-trip transfers from your hotel area and bundles everything into one schedule, which is a big deal when you only have a few evenings to work with.

Also, people book this in advance—on average about 32 days out—so it’s worth grabbing a spot once you know your dates. With a max group size of 50, you’re not signing up for a huge crowd, either.

You can also read our reviews of more tours and experiences in Sharm el Sheikh.

Getting picked up and getting to the ATV base without stress

Your day starts in the afternoon. Pickup is around 16:00 (and the start time is listed as 3:00 pm), and you’ll head out by comfortable bus. If you’re trying to travel light, this is one of the conveniences: you don’t need to navigate to a desert location on your own.

Transfers are round-trip and you’ll ride in air-conditioned vehicle. The tour also uses a mobile ticket, so you’re not scrambling for paper right before you leave.

The timing matters because your ATV ride and Bedouin stops happen before the star viewing. That keeps the night part focused instead of turning into a late, wandering wait for darkness.

ATV desert ride: what to expect and the key safety rule

Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh - ATV desert ride: what to expect and the key safety rule
The quad portion kicks off after a short briefing. The briefing is your moment to learn how the controls work and how to handle the ride responsibly, especially if you’re new to ATVs.

Then you’ll ride into the desert and take in the Sinai scenery. One detail I really like from the tour flow is that you can even hear the echo of your voice in the mountains. It’s small, but it makes the desert feel alive in a way photos can’t.

Two practical details to keep in mind:

  • ATV capacity and weight: it’s typically one or two people on an ATV, and there’s a stated limit of 120 kg.
  • What to wear: scarf and goggles are not included, so plan for dust and wind. Closed-toe shoes help more than you’d think for sand days.

If you’re the type who gets nervous on motorized rides, don’t show up tired. Give yourself the briefing time and start slow. The tour’s built for fun, not racing.

Camel ride and Bedouin tea: where the tour feels human

Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh - Camel ride and Bedouin tea: where the tour feels human
After the ATV portion, you get a reset at a Bedouin stop. This is where the safari stops being only about speed and starts adding culture.

You’ll ride camels, drink Bedouin tea, and learn how Bedouin bread is made. That bread-making piece is the difference between this being a spectacle and being something you can actually talk about later. You’re not just watching; you’re part of the experience flow.

This stop is also a good mental break. Quad riding is active. Camel riding is slower and steadier. It gives your body time to cool down before the show and dinner.

One thing to consider: camel rides are short here, and the focus is on including them as part of the overall 5-in-1 package. If you’re only interested in camel time, you might want to compare against a longer camel-only option. For most people, though, this balance is exactly the point.

Bedouin dinner and show in the tent: the food you’ll actually get

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The dinner happens in a Bedouin tent under the night sky. While you eat, the show includes storytelling about planets, constellations, and stars, and you’ll have a chance to see some of what you hear through a telescope later.

What’s on the menu

Dinner includes:

  • Three kinds of salad: green, Tihini, and sesame salads
  • Main dishes: BBQ open buffet plus BBQ kofta, chicken, rice, pasta, potatoes, bread

Drinks included with dinner: tea, water, and cola.

The tour also notes that dinner does not include common allergens like nuts, dairy, gluten, and shellfish. If you have a different allergy or strict dietary need, you should still be cautious, but this is helpful structure for many common dietary restrictions.

The show side

The entertainment is described as a great show, and you may see performance elements as part of the evening (including belly dancing in some cases). Either way, the show is designed to flow into stargazing, not fight it. You’re learning the sky, then you’re looking at it.

The only drawback I see for some people is pace: you’re eating and watching during the same window. If you like slow, quiet dinners, plan on a more event-style meal.

Telescope stargazing: using the night sky instead of just staring at it

Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh - Telescope stargazing: using the night sky instead of just staring at it
This is the “why this ticket exists” moment. You’re not only told about the stars—you’re given telescope viewing with a high-powered setup.

The evening is structured so you hear a story about planets and constellations while you’re in the tent. Then the telescope helps translate that into something visual. That’s the difference between knowing star names and actually spotting shapes in the dark.

A practical point: telescope time usually feels best when you stay patient and follow the guide’s directions. If you keep swapping positions or chatting loudly through the viewing, you’ll miss the best parts. This is also where having a scarf helps again, since wind can pick up once you’re outdoors at night.

Because sky conditions can vary, you might find that the view is better on some evenings than others. Still, the setup is clearly built for stargazing as a real activity, not a throwaway add-on.

Logistics that matter: transfers, group size, and the time budget

Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh - Logistics that matter: transfers, group size, and the time budget
This tour runs about 5 hours and includes door-to-door transfers from your Sharm hotel. The schedule is efficient: ATV first, then Bedouin tea/camel/bread, then dinner and show, then telescope viewing, then back by ATV to the base and bus to your hotel.

Group size caps at 50 travelers, which tends to keep things from feeling like a cattle line. You’ll still share the experience with others, but it’s not meant to be overwhelming.

Also, it’s listed as near public transportation, so if something goes sideways with pickup timing, you’re not totally stranded. Still, the best move is to be ready at pickup time and keep your plans around it tight.

What to bring (and what to skip)

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You’ll be out in the desert and you’ll be outside at night. Since scarf and goggles are not included, I’d bring both if you can:

  • A scarf or light buff for dust and wind
  • Goggles if you’re sensitive to sand or eye irritation

Other helpful items (not listed as included):

  • Comfortable closed-toe shoes you don’t mind getting dusty
  • A light layer for nighttime, if you tend to get cold outdoors (it can feel cooler after dark in desert settings)

What you should not count on being provided: photos & videos are not included. If you want keepsakes, plan on using your own phone/camera and accept that dusty desert lighting can be tricky.

Who should book this safari (and who should reconsider)

This is a strong choice if you want a single ticket that covers a lot of desert ground in one evening:

  • You want a quad ride but don’t want the hassle of hiring a driver or arranging gear
  • You want a Bedouin taste experience with camel + tea + bread-making
  • You care about stargazing and want telescope time, not just a walk outside

It’s also good for couples and families who can share the thrill and then enjoy the cultural dinner afterward. The feedback pattern highlights how entertaining the guides can be, with names like Coconut (Ibrahim Ayesh) popping up repeatedly.

Consider a different option if:

  • You strongly dislike scheduled activities and set timing
  • You are sensitive to motorized rides or have concerns about the quad weight rule (120 kg limit per ATV setup)
  • You’re mainly after long camel time or a slow cultural evening without shows and telescope structure

Guides and the vibe: why people keep mentioning the same names

One of the most praised parts of this safari is the guide experience. Multiple guide names show up often, especially Ibrahim Ayesh, nicknamed Coconut, along with Mohammed Ibrahim, Hasabo, and Hussain. The common thread is energy: guides are described as funny, friendly, and professional, with lots of effort spent keeping everyone involved.

That matters because desert safaris can feel chaotic if the leader isn’t good at pacing the group. When the guide is strong, the ride feels safer, the stops feel clearer, and the stargazing story makes more sense because you’re listening instead of guessing.

If you see a guide name you recognize from past outings, that can be a good sign. Just remember the core value here is the 5-in-1 format, and the guide is the glue holding it together.

Should you book the Safari 5 in 1 Quads Camels Star Gazing in Sharm El Sheikh?

Book it if you want an efficient, high-activity desert evening that ends with real telescope stargazing. For $48, you’re getting transfers, ATV time, camel and Bedouin tea with bread-making, dinner in a tent, a show, and telescope viewing. That’s hard to beat as a one-stop plan when you only have a limited window in Sharm.

Skip it or shop around if you want a slow, unstructured cultural evening, or if your priority is just one part (like only stargazing or only camel rides). This safari is built to do everything in one package, and that means you’ll follow the schedule closely.

If you book, come prepared with a scarf and goggles and treat the ATV briefing seriously. Then lean into the night part. The stargazing isn’t random—it’s designed to be paired with the story you hear during dinner.

FAQ

What time does the safari start in Sharm El Sheikh?

The tour start time is listed as 3:00 pm, and pickup is described as about 16:00 from your hotel.

How long is the Safari 5 in 1 experience?

It lasts about 5 hours (approx.).

Is hotel pickup and round-trip transport included?

Yes. The tour includes door-to-door round-trip transfers from your hotel to the desert base and back.

What activities are included in the package?

You get ATV/quad riding, a camel ride, time with Bedouins including tea and bread-making, dinner in a Bedouin tent, a show, and stargazing with a telescope.

What food and drinks are included with dinner?

Dinner includes three kinds of salad (green, Tihini, and sesame), plus a BBQ open buffet with BBQ kofta, chicken, rice, pasta, potatoes, and bread. Drinks included are tea, water, and cola.

Are scarf and goggles provided?

No. Scarf & goggles are listed as not included.

Is there a weight limit for the ATV ride?

Yes. The ATV setup is one or two people, with a limit of no more than 120 kg.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, free cancellation is offered. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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