Ride the Eastern Desert at the hour the sun bends the sand to gold. This two-hour sunrise or sunset horse safari from Hurghada offers easy-paced desert riding, local guide insight, and coastal views just beyond the resort strip.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Morning or evening light flattens the desert—cool shadows stretch across hard-packed sand as a row of horses tests the horizon. On a two-hour horse safari outside Hurghada you ride where the Red Sea’s salt air meets the Eastern Desert: a landscape of low dunes, scrub, and tracks once used by local herders.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for riders of basic fitness; no advanced conditioning required but you should be able to mount, sit in the saddle for two hours, and walk short distances off-horse.
Wildlife
History
Hurghada began as a small fishing community on the Red Sea; the surrounding desert contains traditional Bedouin routes and coastal trade paths used for centuries.
Conservation
Stick to established tracks to avoid damaging fragile desert vegetation and pack out all trash; water is scarce—use only what’s provided or needed.
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Time your ride for low light
Sunrise and sunset rides are cooler and offer better light for photos—avoid midday when temperatures soar.
Hydration and water
Bring a refillable bottle; tours supply bottled water but desert exertion depletes fluids quickly.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sturdy shoes and long trousers prevent saddle rub and protect feet during mounts and dismounts.
Secure your camera
Use a neck strap or small dry bag—the desert wind and sand can damage gear quickly.
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Protects exposed skin during open desert stretches and low-angle sunlight.
summer
Wide-brim hat or cap
Shields face and neck during sunny portions; can be worn under a helmet where allowed.
summer
Closed-toe walking shoes
Protect feet during mounting and when walking over uneven sand and gravel.
Light wind layer
Evenings can turn breezy—bring a thin jacket for sunset rides.
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