Camel Trek to the Lagoons — Dahab
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Photos via Wikimedia Commons — Yasser.mahmoud (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Overview
Trade Dahab's cafes for the quiet of the Sinai coast on a relaxed, Bedouin-led camel trek out to a sheltered lagoon. Setting off from the edge of town, your Bedouin guide leads the camels along the shoreline where the desert mountains drop almost to the sea, the water shifting through turquoise and deep blue as you go. There is no rush to the pace — the camels walk steadily, giving you time to take in the coastal scenery, the empty beaches and the rugged Sinai peaks behind. At the lagoon you dismount for a swim in the calm, shallow water, a stretch of sand to yourself and sweet Bedouin tea brewed over a small fire in the traditional way. It is a gentle, genuinely local half-day, as much about the hospitality and the stillness as the ride itself, and it suits first-time riders and families. Your guide handles the camels and stays with you throughout, with a short safety briefing before you set out. Bring a swimsuit, a towel, sun protection and a little cash for anything extra, and time your trek for the softer light of the late afternoon if you can.
Highlights
- ✦Bedouin-led coastal camel trek
- ✦Swim in a sheltered lagoon
- ✦Sweet Bedouin tea by the fire
- ✦Sinai mountains meeting the sea
- ✦Empty beaches away from town
- ✦Gentle pace, good for beginners
What's included
- ✓Bedouin guide & camels
- ✓Hotel pickup & drop-off
- ✓Tea at the lagoon
- ✓Safety briefing
- ✓Bottled water
- ✕Gratuities
- ✕Towel & personal gear
- ✕Personal expenses
Itinerary
- 1Hotel pickup in Dahab
Your Bedouin guide meets you and transfers you the short distance to the trek's starting point on the edge of town, where the camels are waiting.
- 2Coastal camel trek
Set off at an easy walk along the shoreline, the Sinai mountains on one side and the sea on the other, with plenty of time to take in the scenery and photos.
- 3Lagoon swim & Bedouin tea
Reach the quiet lagoon to swim in the calm shallow water and relax on the sand while your guide brews sweet Bedouin tea over an open fire.
- 4Return to Dahab
Ride back along the coast and transfer to your hotel, ideally as the afternoon light turns golden over the water.
Meeting point
📍 Hotel pickup included, or meet at the operator's downtown office.
Frequently asked questions
- How long is this experience?
- Half day
- Can I cancel my booking?
- Yes — you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- Where does it start?
- Hotel pickup included, or meet at the operator's downtown office.
- Will I get instant confirmation?
- Yes — your confirmation arrives on your phone right after booking.
- What's included?
- Bedouin guide & camels · Hotel pickup & drop-off · Tea at the lagoon · Safety briefing · Bottled water
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Instant confirmation
- Secure booking
- No added fees




























