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Set off from Sharm El Sheikh into the Sinai desert and mountains on this guided buggy trip, with a stop along the way for traditional Bedouin tea. Buggies are shared side by side rather than driven solo, which suits couples, families and small groups wanting a taste of off-road driving without previous experience.
After pickup, the group travels to the edge of the desert for a safety briefing before setting off in the buggies across sand and rougher mountain tracks. The route is guided throughout, with the group kept together rather than left to ride ahead independently.
Partway through, everyone stops at a Bedouin tent to rest and drink traditional tea, with a chance to sit in the shade and hear a little about desert life. The drive then continues back towards Sharm El Sheikh.
The desert and mountains behind Sharm El Sheikh give way quickly from the resort strip to open, undulating sand and rocky outcrops, with the terrain shifting from soft dunes to firmer, stonier ground the further you go.
The Bedouin tea stop adds a change of pace partway through the route, with simple tents set up away from the road where you can sit, drink tea and hear about life in the desert before continuing. It is a quieter contrast to the driving sections either side of it.
No previous off-road driving experience is required, as the route is guided and buggies are driven side by side rather than alone.
A valid driving licence is generally expected for whoever takes the wheel, so it is worth checking this when booking if you plan to drive.
This trip packs a proper off-road driving experience and a cultural stop into a short window, making it easy to fit around a beach holiday without giving up a whole day.
The shared, side by side buggy format is more approachable for families than a solo quad bike, with fuel and guiding included so there is little to arrange beyond pickup.
A valid driving licence is generally expected for whoever takes the wheel, since you are driving on real desert terrain rather than a closed track. Confirm this detail when booking, particularly if only one person in your group holds a licence.
Passengers who are not driving do not need a licence, and buggies are shared side by side so swapping who drives partway through is often possible depending on the group.
Yes, this trip uses side by side buggies rather than solo quad bikes, so two people typically share each vehicle, with one driving and one riding as a passenger. This makes it a practical option for couples or a parent and older child.
If you are booking as a larger group, you will likely be split across a few buggies rather than everyone fitting in one, so it is worth checking numbers when you book.
There is no set minimum age for this trip, but it does involve real off-road driving over sand and rougher ground, so it suits families with older children better than very young ones.
Mentioning the ages of anyone in your group when booking helps you check whether the trip is a good fit before you commit.
Closed shoes, comfortable clothing you do not mind getting dusty, and something to cover your hair or face are all sensible choices, since desert routes can throw up a fair amount of sand. Sunglasses are useful too, both for the sun and for keeping dust out of your eyes.
A light scarf or buff doubles as protection from both sun and dust, and packing a change of clothes for afterwards means you are not stuck in dusty gear for the rest of the day.
Driving the buggy itself is not especially strenuous, but the desert terrain does involve some bumps and vibration, so a reasonable level of comfort with off-road conditions helps. Passengers should also be comfortable holding on over uneven ground.
Anyone with back or neck concerns should think carefully before booking, since bumpier sections of desert track can be a little jarring compared to driving on tarmac.
Desert routes are rarely disrupted by weather, though very strong wind or sandstorms, while uncommon, could affect visibility and safety on the day. If conditions are unsafe, the outing may be rearranged or paused.
Guides watch the sky and wind before you leave the staging area, and they may shorten dustier stretches or linger longer at the tea stop when the air is thick. It is worth allowing a little flexibility in your holiday schedule if possible.
Buggies are shared side by side between two riders, so bookings are typically arranged per vehicle rather than as a solo seat. Solo travellers may be paired with another guest, or can ask about a private buggy when booking.
Confirm how your party will be seated when you book so everyone knows whether they will drive, ride as a passenger, or need an extra vehicle.
Fuel for the buggy is included as part of the trip, since it is a guided route rather than a self-service hire, so you should not need to pay anything extra to fill up. The vehicles are prepared and ready to go when you arrive.
Extras such as drinks, souvenirs from the Bedouin tea stop, and gratuities for your guide are not included, so it is worth carrying a little cash for anything you would like along the way.
Including hotel pickup, the buggy briefing, around two hours of driving, and the Bedouin tea stop, the whole trip runs to roughly three hours depending on your pickup location and the group on the day.
Because pickup times vary by hotel, it is worth allowing some flexibility either side of the stated trip length when planning the rest of your day.
Leave large bags, jewellery and anything you would hate to lose at the hotel where possible. Phones and small cameras can come along in a zipped pocket or a secure pouch, but open cup holders and loose straps are a poor match for dusty, bumpy tracks.
If you must carry a passport or spare cash, keep them in a closed bag at the staging area or with a trusted adult who is not driving. Ask the guide where personal items can sit safely during the tea stop so nothing is left unattended on a buggy seat.
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Sharm El Sheikh
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