Discovery Tours Egypt
Day TourMarsa Alam

Sunset Quad Safari with Bedouin Dinner from Marsa Alam

5 hours, shared group of up to 16, quad, dinner and tea included, pick-up at 15:00. No experience needed.

At a glance

Departs
Daily

The short answer

A 5-hour shared evening trip from Marsa Alam: quad briefing, about 90 minutes of riding, a sunset stop and a Bedouin dinner at a desert camp.
  • New
  • Small group

Snapshot

Good to know

Destinations
Marsa Alam · Eastern Desert
Includes
Pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Marsa Alam town, Port Ghalib and the resorts between, or El Quseir on request · Shared air-conditioned vehicle · Quad bike, single or shared rider · Helmet and scarf · Guide
Guide languages
English

Best time to go

October to April brings pleasant evening air. In summer the ride starts in strong heat and ends in the cool of the night.

  • Our Marsa Alam office runs this evening safari, as part of an Egyptian operator in business since 1988
  • Holds ETAA Licence 718, Category A, and IATA accreditation

02Overview

A first look

This evening safari mixes the fun of a quad ride with a quiet desert meal. A shared vehicle collects you at 15:00 and takes you to the base, where the guide gives a safety briefing and a practice lap. The group then rides for about an hour and a half across sand and dry tracks, timed so that you reach a viewpoint at sunset. After photos, you go to a Bedouin camp for dinner and tea around the fire. A vehicle returns you to your hotel by about 19:30. Nights are cool, so a jacket is useful.

Background

The facts

The desert behind Marsa Alam has open ground and a clear western horizon, which suits a sunset ride. A Bedouin camp in the desert hosts dinner afterwards.

Named in this entry

Quad bike·Sunset·Bedouin camp·Eastern Desert·Marsa Alam·Desert dinner

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • Guests who want an active evening with a meal in the desert.

Maybe not, if

  • Not for people with back or neck problems or for small children.

What lingers

  • 01A briefing, a practice lap and a guided ride of about 90 minutes
  • 02A stop at sunset, with time for photos
  • 03Dinner and tea at a Bedouin camp
  • 04Helmet, scarf and a single or shared quad provided
  • 05Return to your hotel in the evening

Honest assessment

Real trade-offs from our experience managing this tour.

Highlights

  • Sunset views and dinner in one trip
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Avoids the midday heat

Things to Consider

  • Dust and bumps on the ride
  • Cool air after dark

Stop by stop

Detailed itinerary

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The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Marsa Alam town, Port Ghalib and the resorts between, or El Quseir on request
  • Shared air-conditioned vehicle
  • Quad bike, single or shared rider
  • Helmet and scarf
  • Guide
  • Bedouin dinner, tea and water

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Soft drinks
  • Personal expenses

Field notes

From our Egyptologists

  1. 01

    Bring a camera that works in low light for the sunset stop

  2. 02

    Wear your warm layer under your jacket to avoid wind chill

Before you go

What to pack & wear

Children & families

On this shared trip children below 2 are free, ages 2 to 11 pay half and anyone 12 or older pays the adult fare. Riders must hold the handlebars safely, and a small child may only travel as a passenger with an adult if the guide allows. Please check with us before you book.

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

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

  1. 01What does the price include for the sunset safari?
    The price is per person on a shared vehicle and covers the transfers, quad, helmet, guide, dinner, tea and water. Children under 2 are free and ages 2 to 11 pay half, while guests of 12 and over pay the adult price. Our team confirms the figure when it replies.
  2. 02Do I need quad experience?
    No. The guide teaches the basics and runs a practice lap before the main ride. If you prefer, you can share a quad with another person. The group rides at an easy pace.
  3. 03What is the Bedouin dinner like?
    It is a simple, hot meal served at a camp in the desert, usually with bread, rice and cooked dishes, followed by sweet tea. Tell the guide about allergies or special diets in advance. Soft drinks cost extra.
  4. 04Will it be cold after sunset?
    Yes, desert nights cool quickly, especially from late autumn to early spring. Bring a light jacket or a sweater. A scarf is provided for dust, which also helps keep your neck warm.
  5. 05What happens if I cancel?
    A cancellation at least three days ahead is fully refunded. From three days to 24 hours before, half is returned. Closer than 24 hours, or if you are not at the pick-up, there is no refund. We may adjust timings in strong wind.
  6. 06Do I share the ride with other guests?
    Yes. Up to 16 guests ride and eat together with one guide. You are part of a single line on the quads. If you want a private evening for your own party, ask our team.

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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