Dry-land days out from El Gouna: desert safaris, dolphins, the aquarium, a water park and horse riding.
Not every holiday day in El Gouna has to be on the water. Inland lies the desert near Hurghada, and our safaris head there from your hotel. Ride about 50 km on an automatic quad to a Bedouin village for a camel ride and tea, or try a quad, a dune buggy and a 4x4 Jeep on the Mega Desert Safari. Evening safaris add a BBQ dinner, an Oriental show and, on one trip, a telescope for the stars.
For children and grown-ups who love animals, Hurghada has Dolphin World, with a dolphin and walrus show and an option to swim next to the trainers. The Grand Aquarium has an underwater tunnel where sharks, rays and turtles glide over your head, plus a mini zoo and rainforest area. Further south in Makadi Bay, Makadi Water World keeps the whole family busy with more than 50 slides and attractions.
Prefer something calmer? The horse ride takes about 1 hour along the Red Sea beach and out into the desert, and the guide sets the pace for beginners and riders with experience. A driver picks you up at your El Gouna hotel for every excursion here, and the pickup time reaches you by WhatsApp or Telegram once you book. Age rules and full programs sit on each tour page.
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Plan my trip on WhatsAppFirst time in the desert? The quad bike safari with a camel ride is a simple start. To spend the whole evening out there, pick the Super Desert Safari or the quad safari with BBQ dinner and show.
Yes, most safaris have a double quad option. It works well for 1 adult riding with 1 child.
At Dolphin World in Hurghada, one ticket combines the show with a swim beside professional trainers.
Your ride from El Gouna to Makadi Bay and back, entry, unlimited slides, lunch, soft drinks and sunbeds. Bring your own towel, as towels and lockers are not included.
The stargazing safari combines a quad ride and a 4x4 Jeep with a Bedouin village, BBQ dinner and Oriental show. It closes with a look at the night sky through a professional telescope.
Not at all. Beginners ride with an experienced guide, and a helmet is provided.
Closed shoes and light, comfortable clothes work best. Add sunglasses, sunscreen and a scarf for the dust.
Our driver meets you at your El Gouna hotel and drops you back there afterwards. We send you the time by WhatsApp or Telegram after booking.