Quad biking in Hurghada

Want to explore the desert? Why not go quad biking in Hurghada? A fun change of scenery, this outingcombines adrenalin and the discovery of beautiful landscapes.

Visit a Bedouin camp, ride a camel, watch the sun set and cover miles on a quad bike. This is one of Hurghada’s must-do excursions that you won’t want to miss.

So browse through this article and discover our top tips for making the most of the experience. Duration, price, how it all works, what it’s all about – we’ll give you all the information you need and answer any questions you may have.

Practical information about quad biking in Hurghada

Here’s the essential information you need to know before quad biking in Hurghada, including rates, hotel transfers, tour times and duration.

Excursion alternatives and prices

Here’s the offer we’ll be describing in this guide, plus a second with a bellydance show:

Access and opening hours

The transfer is included in the package, so you’ll be picked up at your hotel. There are two timetables: in the morning at around 9 a.m. or in the late afternoon at around 2 p.m., to watch the sunset.

In both cases, the agency will contact you via WhatsApp to let you know when your driver will pick you up. Plan 15 minutes in advance, as he is likely to pick you up earlier. If he’s picking up other people, you’ll also need to be patient.

Once everyone is in the mini-bus or jeep, you’ll head for the quad camp. It’s about 20 minutes inland.

How long does quad biking in Hurghada last?

In all, allow 4 to 5 hours for the excursion. This includes the round trip from your hotel and all planned activities. The tour itself lasts 3 hours.

How does the quad bike trip in Hurghada work?

Now that the practical details have been covered, here are some more details on the quad bike excursion in Hurghada. In the rest of this chapter, you’ll find photos and descriptions of the various stages of this activity.

Here we describe the contents of the first, most classic offer. The photos illustrating this article come from this offer.

Explanations, instructions and materials

Once there, you’ll be gathered under a shelter.

After welcoming you, you’ll be given a form to fill in. This is an administrative document that asks whether you are fit to drive a quad bike.

Then we all gather around the presentation quad. The main guide explains in English how to use the machine. You’ll learn how to start a quad, which buttons to use for forward motion and braking, and the other basics.

A few instructions must be followed, such as not putting a foot on the ground during the entire race, respecting a safe distance, etc. A few questions are asked, and off you go!

It’s possible to ride as a duo or on your own. This must be indicated when booking, as the exact number of quads is prepared. It is of course possible to alternate drivers on the outward and return journeys.

If there are two of you, we recommend that you listen carefully to the explanations. Driving is tiring on the arms and fingers, so you may want to change drivers on the way back.

The equipment

You can borrow scarves and masks. Without protection, you run the risk of getting dust in your eyes right from the start. Make sure your clothes are tightly closed and cover your eyes.

If you already have a scarf, the escorts will help you put it on in seconds.

We’ll also lend you a free helmet, which you can don on every quad-biking session in Hurghada.

Quad biking in the desert

An initial warm-up lap allows you to assess the use of the machine, feel if you’re comfortable and practice a few lengths. Practical and effective, this exercise sets the tone.

If you don’t feel up to driving, say so then. But don’t worry, in principle everyone can!

Then it’s time to hit the track! For one hour, you can ride through the desert. The main rule is to keep in a straight line, one behind the other.

You can admire the scenery as it unfolds, with sublime mountains in the distance. The sunshine enhances this breathtaking view. On this experience, you’ll cover a total distance of around 55km.

A nice touch: it’s just you here. So you’ll feel like you’re the only one in the world riding here. The terrain is flat, with a few hills. However, it’s uneven with bumps and rocks, which puts extra strain on your arms.

This quad-biking trip to Hurghada is well worth it, if only for the adrenaline rush of the ride and the incredible scenery you’ll discover.

Arrival at Bedouin village, camel ride and tea tasting

You’ll then come to a small Bedouin village. From here, you’ll find bottled water to keep you hydrated (in addition to a few dozen Egyptian pounds) before heading to a small kiosk.

Several camels are waiting for you here. You can enjoy a camel ride for a few minutes (free of charge). Fun and a change of scenery, it’s a great way to spend some quality time with family and friends.

You’ll then be reunited under a small shelter where you’ll find locals, stray cats, and a few handicrafts for sale. A traditional Bedouin black tea is served.

It’s an opportunity to taste this specialty while chatting and relaxing after a few adventures.

The sunset

It’s time to head back to camp. You’ll return to your quad and take the same route as before. However, a final break is planned.

You’ll be able to get out of the machine for 15 minutes or so to admire the sunset in the heart of the desert!

It’s a touching and pleasant moment, especially as the sun disappears over the horizon.

Return to quad and hotel

Then it’s time to set off again and enjoy the last few moments on the quad.

Once back at camp, you can return the equipment and buy the photos we’ve taken of you, if you wish. You then take the mini-bus back to your hotel.

Frequently asked questions

Although the answers to these questions are covered in the previous section, here you’ll find a summary of the points that need to be clarified. This FAQ will help you get to the heart of the matter by answering your concerns.

What should I bring with me?

By the end of this outing, your clothes will be covered in dust. So don’t wear clothes you’re particularly fond of. Protective goggles (€3) and scarves (€5) are available on loan. Helmets are free of charge.

I don’t know how to drive a quad: can I take part?

Yes, one of the instructors clearly shows you the basics at the very beginning of the excursion. Everything is explained in such a way as to ensure that the outing goes off without a hitch.

The ease with which this machine can be used , and the support provided by our instructors, means that you can feel at ease, while guaranteeing safety for all.

So there’s nothing to worry about, knowing that in the event of difficulty, they’re very accommodating and adaptable. If you’re driving on your own and a problem arises along the way, you can hop on one of their vehicles.

Can I take photos while driving?

As a driver, clearly not. It’s unthinkable under the circumstances. Firstly, because you have to steer with both hands, but above all because the ground is uneven and the quad unstable.

If you want to drive one-handed, you run the risk of dropping your equipment, damaging it or veering off course and falling.

The passenger in the back can try to get a few shots, but that’s not advisable either. You still need to hold on, as it’s a very bumpy ride. The photos illustrating this article were mainly taken at a standstill.

However, if you’d like to take a few souvenirs home with you, there ‘s a photographer among the escorts. He’ll take photos of you at regular intervals and from different angles, all along the way.

For around 30 euros, you can pick them up. A link to download the photos will be sent to you at the end of the day via WhatsApp.

Who can take part in this quad bike trip to Hurghada?

For their own safety, the activity is forbidden to children under 7, pregnant women and people with back problems, particularly because of the shaking. Children over 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

The minimum age for driving the machine is 16. A driver’s license is not required.

This guide to quad biking in Hurghada has come to an end. You now know everything there is to know about this exotic experience, which includes a variety of activities. Camel ride, traditional tea tasting, sunset and, of course, quad biking. It’s an outing where there’s never a dull moment and where you can have fun with family and friends.