Hurghada: Quad Bike Safari — Red Sea Cliffs & Desert Dunes
Sea cliffs on one side, rolling dunes on the other — carve through the Hurghada desert by quad bike on a three-hour safari with Red Sea mountain views, a camel ride and photo stops above the water. No licence, no experience, just golden sand and open throttle.
Overview
The desert behind Hurghada doesn't stay still for long. Twist the throttle and your quad bike surges forward, kicking up a fine plume of golden sand as the Red Sea glitters on one side and the rust-coloured mountains rise on the other. This is the Sea, Mountains & Dunes safari — three hours where the coastline, the open desert and the dunes all belong to you and your engine.
It starts with a pickup from your hotel and a short transfer to the desert base, where your guide fits your gear and runs a hands-on safety briefing. Then you're off, following hard-packed trails past Falcon Houses and rolling hills with the Red Sea flashing between the ridges. You'll pause at photo stops on the cliffs above the water, swing a leg over a waiting camel for a gentle ride the old Bedouin way, and take in the wide sweep of the Makadi Bay coastline before pointing your quad back toward the dunes.
What makes this ride special is the mix. Most quad safaris give you either coast or desert; here you get both in one loop — sea cliffs, mountain backdrops and soft desert dunes — plus a camel and endless room to open up the throttle. Pick the morning ride for cool, calm light, the midday run for full desert sun, or the late-afternoon slot to finish as the sand turns gold. Ride your own single quad, or share a double with someone holding on behind you.
No licence and no experience are needed — your instructors stay with you the whole way, the pace is yours to set, and a cold bottle of water is waiting when you're done. All fees and taxes are already included, pickup and drop-off are arranged from hotels across Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, Safaga and Soma Bay, and you can reserve now and pay later with free cancellation. Just bring closed shoes, sunglasses and a taste for adventure.
Highlights
- Quad the Coast & Dunes: Ride hard-packed trails from Red Sea cliffs to soft desert dunes.
- Sea & Mountain Views: Rugged Red Sea mountains on one side, glittering water on the other.
- Camel Ride Included: Swap the engine for a gentle camel ride the Bedouin way.
- Makadi Bay Panorama: Pause for the wide sweep of the Makadi Bay coastline.
- Ride Your Way: A single quad to yourself or a shared double — morning, midday or sunset.
- Easy for Everyone: No licence or experience needed; instructors ride with you throughout.
Included
- Private Hotel Transfer, Both Ways (Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Sahl Hasheesh, Safaga & Soma Bay)
- 1.5-Hour Quad Bike Adventure
- Professional Quad Bike Instructors
- Single or Double Quad Bike
- Camel Ride
- Makadi Bay Visit
- Photo Stops at the Red Sea Cliffs
- Complimentary Bottle of Mineral Water
- Safety Briefing & Riding Instructions
- All Fees, Taxes & Service Charges
Not included
- Scarf & Protective Goggles (available as add-ons)
- Pick-up from El Gouna (+€20) or Al Ahyaa (+€5)
Good to know
- Child price: ages 5-11 · Infants not permitted
- Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.
- Sunglasses or goggles to shield your eyes from sand.
- A scarf to cover your face from dust (add-on available).
- Drivers must be 15 years or older.
- Children aged 5–15 can ride as passengers on a double quad.
- Pregnant women and children under 5 cannot take part.
- No driving licence is required.
- Guests with serious health conditions should ask their doctor first.
- Double quad maximum combined weight: 170 kg.
- The 3-hour duration covers transfers, briefing, photo stops and the ~1.5-hour ride.
- Instant confirmation on booking.
- Pickup times depend on your hotel; your exact time is confirmed after booking.
- Always follow the safety instructions given by your guide.