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Day TourMarsa Alam

Desert Stargazing from Marsa Alam – Camel Ride & Bedouin Dinner

5 hours, shared group of up to 16, camel ride, dinner and stargazing included, pick-up at 16:00. Clear skies depend on the weather.

At a glance

Departs
Daily

The short answer

A 5-hour shared evening trip from Marsa Alam: a 45-minute sunset camel ride, a Bedouin dinner at a desert camp and stargazing with a guide. Clear skies depend on the weather.
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  • Small group

Snapshot

Good to know

Destinations
Marsa Alam · Eastern Desert
Includes
Hotel pick-up and drop-off, covering Marsa Alam town, Port Ghalib and the resorts between (El Quseir if you ask) · Shared air-conditioned vehicle · Camel ride · Bedouin dinner, tea and water · Guide
Guide languages
English

Best time to go

Winter and early spring bring clearer, cooler air. Nights near the new moon give the darkest skies.

  • Our Marsa Alam office, part of an Egyptian operator that has worked since 1988, runs this evening
  • Licensed under ETAA No. 718 (Category A) and an IATA member

02Overview

A first look

Away from town lights, the desert near Marsa Alam has some of the darkest skies in Egypt. This evening trip uses them. A shared vehicle collects you at 16:00 and drives to a Bedouin camp. At sunset you ride a camel for about 45 minutes. After that comes dinner and tea at the camp, and later the guide leads a stargazing session, pointing out constellations and planets. Clouds and haze can limit what you see, and we cannot promise a clear night. You are back at your hotel by about 20:30. Dress warmly, because the desert cools fast.

Background

The facts

The desert around Marsa Alam is far from major city lights, so the night sky is dark enough to show many stars. The camp is a short drive from the main hotel areas.

Named in this entry

Stargazing·Camel ride·Bedouin camp·Eastern Desert·Marsa Alam·Night sky

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • Guests who want a quiet, cultural evening under the stars.

Maybe not, if

  • Not for anyone who needs a guaranteed clear sky, or who finds camels uncomfortable.

What lingers

  • 01A camel ride of about 45 minutes at sunset
  • 02Dinner and tea at a Bedouin camp
  • 03Stargazing away from town lights, with a guide who names the constellations
  • 04Quiet time in the desert after dark
  • 05Pick-up and return from your hotel

Honest assessment

Real trade-offs from our experience managing this tour.

Highlights

  • Dark skies away from town lights
  • Camel ride and dinner included
  • Quiet, calm pace

Things to Consider

  • Clouds or a bright moon can hide stars
  • Cool air after dark

Stop by stop

Detailed itinerary

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The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off, covering Marsa Alam town, Port Ghalib and the resorts between (El Quseir if you ask)
  • Shared air-conditioned vehicle
  • Camel ride
  • Bedouin dinner, tea and water
  • Guide

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Soft drinks
  • Personal expenses

Field notes

From our Egyptologists

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    Let your eyes adjust for 15 minutes before you look up

  2. 02

    Keep phone screens dim to protect everyone's night vision

Before you go

What to pack & wear

Children & families

Children under 2 are free, ages 2 to 11 pay half and older guests pay the adult price on this shared evening. There is no minimum age, though late hours and cool air suit older children better. Young children ride the camel with an adult.

Indicative rates only – pricing and departure fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

  1. 01How does the pricing work for the stargazing evening?
    The price is per person on a shared vehicle with up to 16 guests. It includes transfers, the camel ride, dinner, tea, water and the guide. Children below 2 are free, and ages 2 to 11 pay half, while 12 and up pay the adult rate. Our team confirms the final price after your request.
  2. 02What if the sky is cloudy?
    The camel ride and dinner go ahead, but the stars may be hard to see. We cannot promise clear skies, since they depend on the weather and the moon. A bright full moon also washes out fainter stars.
  3. 03Is the camel ride safe for children?
    Children usually enjoy it, and a handler walks beside each camel. Small children ride with an adult. Let us know ages and weights when you request, so the camp can prepare.
  4. 04What should I wear and bring?
    Bring a warm layer, closed shoes and a camera. Desert nights can get cold, especially from late autumn to early spring. A scarf and a hat help. Keep some cash for tips.
  5. 05What if I need to cancel?
    You can cancel for a full refund up to three days before the evening. After that, half is returned until the 24-hour mark. Past that point nothing is refunded. A poor-weather evening may be moved to another date.
  6. 06Is the evening shared with others?
    Yes, up to 16 guests share the vehicle, the camp and the stargazing. You will be with the same guide the entire evening. For a quiet private evening, ask our team about a separate arrangement.

If plans change

Plans change? We make it easy.

  • More than 72 hours before your tour: keep the full amount as credit toward future travel with us, or take a refund.
  • Between 72 and 24 hours: keep the full amount as credit, or take a partial refund.
  • Within 24 hours of the tour, or if you don't show up, we're unable to offer a refund or credit.
  • If we ever have to cancel, for weather or anything beyond our control, you lose nothing.

Credit is valid for 12 months from your original travel date and can be used on any tour, cruise or stay with us.Read our full cancellation and refund policy

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