7 Beach Horseback Rides in Egypt Worth the Early Start

1.Sharm El Shiekh: Beach and City Desert Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 286 reviews · 2 hours · from $98Our pick

Ride from Sharm El Sheikh’s desert to the Red Sea on horseback, with sunrise, sunset, small groups, hotel pickup, and expert guidance.

“This was an unforgettable experience! Horses are thoughtfully assigned based on rider experience, and there’s great support for nervous riders — including a guide who can walk alongside you if needed. The city-to-beach route is absolutely stunning and really makes the ride special. Just a heads-up: the listed duration is for the activity itself and doesn't include travel time, so plan accordingly.”

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2.Horse Riding 3 Hours Beach, Desert, & Swimming By Horse in red sea – Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $22

Review of Hurghada’s 3-hour horse ride through desert, beach, and Red Sea, including price, itinerary, safety, horse welfare, and practical tips.

“Absolutely avoid at all costs! The horses were in such poor condition, that despite already paying, as soon as I saw the state they were in, I asked to be taken back to the hotel. The horses were so skinny with sunken backs, their spines showing and bones sticking out. I have reported to Viator to stop advertising this place as its disgusting. Anyone that uses this place needs to question their morals on animal cruelty”

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3.Horse Riding Beach or Desert with transfer from Sharm El Sheikh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · from $7Best value

Ride horses along Sharm El Sheikh’s beach or desert with hotel transfers, guides, helmets, and options for beginners and experienced riders.

“Not very well run. Transport was late and we were the only pickup on arrival we went on what was meant to be a 2 hour experience. After half an hour we were taken back to the site where they proceeded to arrange transport back to the hotel. This would have meant we had Read more”

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4.Horse Riding on the beach With Transfer From Sharm El Sheikh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $8Top rated

Ride along Sharm el Sheikh’s beach or desert with hotel transfers, safety guidance, and a choice of one or two hours in the saddle.

“Ahmad is the best guide!!!! He is very sweet and nice. The horses are amazing!!!”

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5.Soma Bay: Horse Riding Beach and Desert Tour With Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · from $20

Review of Soma Bay’s two-hour beach and desert horseback ride, with trained horses, hotel transfer, water, tea, and practical booking tips.

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7.Horse Riding on the Beach And Desert 3 hours From Hurghada

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $23

Ride Egyptian horses through Hurghada’s desert and Red Sea, with hotel pickup, expert help, beach riding, and swimming with horses.

“Great experience for a first time horse rider. Very good value for money. Our House guides were superb.”

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