From €20 / adult
Short trip
Duration
Short trip (2.5–3 hrs)
Group size
1–20 people
Availability
Daily
Difficulty
Easy
Languages
English, German, Italian, Arabic
Minimum age
3+ years
Some journeys are meant to be slow. Our sunset camel ride carries you at the desert’s own pace, swaying along the dune ridges as the light softens and the Red Sea Hills turn rose and gold.
Led by Ababda handlers who have raised camels for generations, this is the gentlest way to feel the desert — perfect for families, couples and anyone who’d rather savour the scenery than chase adrenaline. Sweet Bedouin tea and a photo stop complete the evening.
Air-conditioned transfer from your hotel to the desert meeting point.
A short introduction to your camel and handler, plus tips for a comfortable ride.
Ride the dune ridge as the sun sets, stopping for photos at the best viewpoints.
Settle in for sweet tea and desert quiet before the return.
Transfer back to your hotel.
Pickup around 60–90 minutes before sunset; exact time confirmed the day before.
Is your hotel included? Check pickup areasFree cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable. If we cancel due to weather or safety, you receive a full refund or a free reschedule.
Questions & answers
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Yes. Camels are led by experienced handlers at walking pace, so no experience is needed. Children aged 3+ ride with a parent or handler nearby.
The mounting and dismounting is the wobbliest part — your handler guides you through it. Once up, the ride is a gentle sway. Wear comfortable trousers for the best experience.
Yes. We work only with Ababda families who depend on their animals’ health and treat them accordingly. Camels are rested, fed and rotated.
Around 45 minutes to an hour on the camel, plus the tea stop and photos — a relaxed pace throughout.
Camels are ridden individually, but you’ll travel side by side — it’s a favourite for couples and honeymooners at sunset.
Long, comfortable trousers, closed shoes and a light jacket for after dark. Sunglasses and a hat help before sunset.
Yes, round-trip transfers from Marsa Alam and Port Ghalib are included.
Yes — our full desert safari combines camel, quad, a Bedouin village and dinner. Just ask to upgrade.
That’s the whole idea — the ride is timed so you’re on the ridge as the sun goes down. Cloudy evenings are rare on the Red Sea coast.
The desert terrain and camel mounting aren’t wheelchair accessible, but contact us and we’ll suggest the best alternative experience.
Before you go
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