Horse Riding & Swimming Experience in the Sea & Desert – Hurghada

The sea becomes your riding trail. This Hurghada outing combines horse riding on the beach with a ride through the golden desert, then adds the unusual chance to swim in the Red Sea with your horse. I like the variety: you are not spending the whole session in one paddock or on one flat route. I also like that hotel pickup, return transport, a helmet, drinks, and up to three hours with the horses are included.

The main point to consider is the water. You should expect to get wet, and you will want clothes that can handle swimming. Pants are also a smart choice, since riding for several hours can rub your legs. At $22 per person, the price is attractive, but remember the extra €10 cash tax per person and possible €10 cash transfer fee from outlying resort areas.

Key details before you book

• Ride beside the Red Sea: The beach portion gives you turquoise water, open views, and a cool sea breeze before the route turns inland.
• Swim with the horse: This is more than a photo stop by the water. Swimming in the Red Sea with the horse is one of the tour’s defining features.
• Desert riding included: Golden sand and rough desert ground provide a clear change from the coast.
• Ali may be your guide: Ali received specific praise for taking many photos and videos during the ride.
• Small group size: The maximum is 15 people, which should keep the outing more manageable than a large coach-style activity.
• Plan for extra cash: A €10 governmental tax is paid on site, with another €10 transfer charge for pickups from El Gouna, Safaga, Somabay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh.

From Hurghada hotel to the horse yard

The experience begins with pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. That matters in Hurghada, where a short transfer in a cool vehicle is much more pleasant than trying to arrange your own taxi in the heat.

The listed duration is about four hours, while the riding and swimming portion lasts up to three hours. The difference likely allows time for transportation and the practical business around getting to the horses, changing the pace of the group, and returning to your hotel. The exact pickup time is not provided, so check your confirmation carefully after booking.

A helmet is included. Coffee, tea, and water are also provided, useful additions for a warm-weather activity. The tour is operated by Adventures Travels and accepts mobile tickets, so you do not need to carry a printed voucher.

The group maximum is 15 people. That is not a private ride, but it is small enough to feel more personal than a major excursion with several dozen participants. The pace and exact riding order can depend on the group, so experienced riders should not expect a private training session or a fast, athletic ride.

Riding along Hurghada’s coast

The first major setting is the beach. You ride beside Hurghada’s coastline with views of turquoise water and a gentle sea breeze. The appeal here is not technical horsemanship. It is the setting, the change of pace, and the chance to see the coast from the back of a horse rather than from a hotel terrace or boat deck.

I like this part because it gives the outing a calm opening. The sea creates a broad, open view, while the horse provides a slower way to take it in. You can enjoy the coastline without rushing from one marked attraction to another.

The beach is also where you should think about clothing and comfort. The ride can last for hours, and one detailed tip from the experience is especially useful: wear pants to reduce rubbing on your legs. Avoid anything you cannot afford to get wet, since the water portion is part of the plan rather than an optional extra.

The information does not specify the exact beach, the time of day, or whether the ride takes place on a private stretch of sand. I would not book this expecting an empty shoreline or a specific famous beach. The reliable promise is a coastal horseback ride with sea views.

Into the golden desert

After the coastal section, the ride continues into Hurghada’s desert. The contrast is the reason to choose this outing instead of a simple beach horseback session. One moment you are beside the water, and later you are moving through golden sand and rough desert ground.

The desert portion gives the ride a sense of distance and adventure without requiring a full-day expedition. You get two very different Egyptian settings in one half-day activity: the Red Sea coast and the dry interior around Hurghada.

I would keep your expectations practical. The description promises desert riding, but it does not promise dunes, a particular viewpoint, galloping, or a long trek far from town. You might find broad sandy sections and rugged ground, but the exact route can vary. If your priority is a fast ride across large dunes, ask Adventures Travels for more detail before paying.

For a first horseback experience, the mixed route may be more appealing than a specialized riding tour. You can enjoy the scenery even if you are not focused on advanced riding technique. The activity is presented as suitable for seasoned riders and novices, although the supplied information does not give a formal lesson or explain how horses are matched with riders.

Swimming in the Red Sea with your horse

The swimming section is the most unusual part of the day. You are not simply looking at the Red Sea from the shore. The experience includes horse swimming in the sea, so your clothes and belongings need to be prepared for contact with salt water.

This is also the part that requires the clearest expectations. The supplied details do not state how long you swim, how deep the water is, or whether every rider enters the water at the same time. You should follow the guide’s instructions and treat the swimming segment as an organized activity, not as free swimming with the horse.

A swimsuit or quick-drying clothing makes sense, but the key rule is simpler: wear nothing that must stay dry. The horse ride may also leave sand and water on your clothes, so comfort matters more than dressing for dinner afterward.

The water adds a memorable finish to the riding route, but it may not suit everyone. If you dislike getting wet, have a strong fear of open water, or want to remain completely dry, the beach and desert portions alone may not justify booking this particular tour. The swimming feature is central to its appeal.

Photos, videos, and the human touch

A specific strength of the experience is the photo help. Ali, one of the guides, was praised for taking many photos and videos during the tour. That is useful because horseback swimming is difficult to document yourself. You can focus on the ride instead of trying to hold a phone while managing a horse and wet clothing.

Do not assume Ali will be your guide on every departure, but the praise points to a practical benefit of the service: someone may help capture the moments that are hardest to photograph. Ask about the photo arrangements if those images matter to you, since the information does not say whether photos and videos are included in the price or how they are delivered.

I also like that the guide’s role appears to extend beyond simply leading the route. Good support matters more when the activity involves a horse, sand, sea water, and a group with mixed experience. Still, the available details do not describe the horses’ training, the riding format, or the amount of instruction. Keep your questions focused if you are an anxious first-time rider.

Is $22 a good value?

At $22 per person, the tour offers a lot for a four-hour outing. The price includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle, up to three hours of horse riding and swimming, the beach and desert portions, a helmet, water, and coffee or tea.

The strongest value comes from combining several separate-feeling activities. A beach ride, desert ride, and horse swimming session would each have a clear appeal, and this package puts them together without requiring you to arrange different operators.

The advertised price is not the final amount for everyone. A governmental tax and value-added taxes cost €10 per person in cash on site. If your pickup is from El Gouna, Safaga, Somabay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh, an additional €10 per person transfer fee is paid in cash. For someone staying in central Hurghada, the base price plus the on-site tax remains quite reasonable. For a couple or family coming from one of the listed resort areas, the extra transfer charge can change the calculation.

Group discounts are available, though the exact discount is not provided. If you are booking with several people, ask for the current group rate before assuming the listed price applies unchanged.

Who will enjoy this ride most?

This experience suits you if you want a short, varied adventure rather than a formal equestrian lesson. It works particularly well for someone who wants beach scenery, desert scenery, and a Red Sea activity in one booking.

It may also suit first-time riders because the experience is described as open to novices as well as experienced riders. That does not mean the ride will be effortless. Horseback riding can be tiring, and the detailed comfort advice about wearing pants is worth taking seriously.

You may prefer another activity if you want a private group, a long technical ride, guaranteed galloping, or detailed riding instruction. None of those features is promised here. The experience is better understood as a scenic adventure with horses, not as a serious riding clinic.

The maximum group size is 15. That gives you a useful middle ground: more social than a private outing, but smaller than a large organized excursion. Group pace can affect how much time you spend in each setting, so a private booking may be worth asking about if flexibility is important.

What to bring and how to prepare

Wear trousers or other clothing that protects your legs from rubbing. Since you will swim with the horse, make sure every item you wear can get wet. The specific advice from the experience is practical and easy to follow: do not wear clothes you want to keep dry or pristine.

Bring only what you can protect from sand and salt water. The tour includes water and coffee or tea, so you do not need to rely entirely on your own refreshments. A helmet is supplied, but the information does not list other riding equipment.

Keep €10 in cash for the governmental tax and value-added taxes. If you are staying in El Gouna, Safaga, Somabay, Makadi, or Sahl Hasheesh, budget another €10 per person for the transfer. These charges are easy to overlook when comparing the advertised prices of tours.

Confirmation is provided at booking. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. The activity has a maximum of 15 participants, but the information does not provide specific accessibility details for the vehicle, riding mount, beach, or water entry, so contact the provider if you have mobility needs.

Cancellation and booking notes

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes within that same period are not accepted.

That policy is fairly simple, but the timing matters. Check the local Hurghada start time rather than relying on your own time zone, especially if you are arranging the tour close to departure.

Should you book this Hurghada horse ride?

I would book it if you want a compact, good-value outing with real variety. The combination of coast, desert, and horse swimming is unusual, and the included hotel transfer makes the logistics easy for a Hurghada stay. The guide support with photos, including Ali’s highly praised help, adds another useful touch.

I would skip it if you want to stay dry, dislike group activities, or are looking for a serious riding lesson. Also add the €10 cash tax, and possibly the €10 resort-area transfer fee, before comparing the price with other tours. For the right person, this is an affordable way to trade a few hours of pool time for sand, sea air, and a very memorable ride.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The full experience lasts approximately four hours. Up to three hours are allocated to horse riding and swimming, with the remaining time allowing for hotel transfers and tour arrangements.

What activities are included?

The experience includes horse riding on the beach, horse riding in the desert, and swimming in the Red Sea with the horse.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle are included for the covered pickup areas.

Are there extra charges?

Yes. A €10 governmental tax and value-added taxes charge is paid in cash on site per person. Transfers from El Gouna, Safaga, Somabay, Makadi, and Sahl Hasheesh cost an additional €10 per person in cash.

Is a helmet provided?

Yes. A helmet is included in the experience.

Can beginners participate?

Yes. The activity states that both seasoned riders and novices can participate, and most people are able to take part.

What is the cancellation policy?

You receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.