Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner
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Is Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner worth booking?
Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner is a 6-hour experience in Marsa Alam, Egypt, from $70 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 21 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (21)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $70 per person
Space Observers Egypt We are ASTRONOMICAL SPECIALISTS With our GPS-directed telescope “Meade” you will be able to explore the wonders of the deep space, objects the stars in the amazing sky of Egypt With more than 15 yea
What you get
- Camel ride and sunset view from higher mountain in Marsa Alam Desert
- Astronomer knowledge explain about everything in our universe and deep space objects
- Traditional Bedouin Night & delicious Bedouin Dinner and oriental Show
- Welcome drink Bedouin tea with herbs
- Stargazing experience with GPS-directed telescope you explore the wonders of the deep space objects
- Pick-up and drop off from hotel by Jeep
About this experience
Space Observers Egypt We are ASTRONOMICAL SPECIALISTS With our GPS-directed telescope “Meade” you will be able to explore the wonders of the deep space, objects the stars in the amazing sky of Egypt With more than 15 years experience as tour operators we are the main supplier for all international travel services of all sides of Egypt. Founded in 2008, we are the oldest and most experienced company in astronomy filed in the middle east. We have 10 professional astronomically specialized guides. With different languages During our Astronomical explanations, we use our big Observatory“Meade”.15 inch Our inspiring Observatory tour is perfect for all ages – for families, couples, and friends. Escape to the beautiful nature of the egyptian desert In the middle of the desert, this place offers some of the best conditions on Earth for observation the night sky You’ll leave our Tour with a new understanding of our Universe. and deep space objects
What's included
Included
- Camel ride and sunset view from higher mountain in Marsa Alam Desert
- Astronomer knowledge explain about everything in our universe and deep space objects
- Traditional Bedouin Night & delicious Bedouin Dinner and oriental Show
- Welcome drink Bedouin tea with herbs
- Stargazing experience with GPS-directed telescope you explore the wonders of the deep space objects
- Pick-up and drop off from hotel by Jeep
- Buggy ride and Quad Bike riding
Not included
- Government fees 5$ per person
- 10$ extra transportation for any hotel at South Marsa Alam
What you'll see and do
Marsa Alam
Pick-up and drop off from the hotel by Jeep
60 minutes here
Marsa Alam
After they come in the Quad Bike centre the guide explains what they do driving buggy car Then Jeep ride to enjoy the beauty of Marsa Alam Desert
60 minutes here
Marsa Alam
A welcome drink of “Bedouin tea” with some information about Bedouins simple life by a professional guide. Watch how the Bedouins make their bread over a campfire. - Climb a small cliff to watch the stunning view of the Sunset. - Enjoy a delicious freshly prepared Bedouin dinner.
120 minutes here
Marsa Alam
Time to explore the sky with your professional astronomer and view through big professional telescopes.
60 minutes here
Marsa Alam
Astronomer knowledge explains everything in the sky night
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- SPACE OBSERVERS EGYPT
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 21 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
21 verified traveler reviews for Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Vivid, extraordinary experience!
We had wonderful time, in particular kids were amazed and excited. Quad/Buggy even beduin pharmacy and fire/dance show - very cool. Star gazing - very cool, the telescope enabled us to look closely to Jupiter and Moon surface - WOW! The guy had very broad knowledge about sky. Slightly chaotic atmosphere and logistic and I am not sure about all animals welfare, but all in all we had wonderful adventure - thank you!
Response from the operator: Dear Zuzannj We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us a 5-Star review! We take pride in knowing our customers are happy with their experience. So happy that our level of service managed to meet your expectation. we really try as possible as we can to do the best we would everyone enjoy the beauty of our universe and deep space objects thanks for your support, we really appreciate it! Looking forward to seeing you again soon in Egypt, Regards SPACE OBSERVERS
via Tripadvisor
Stargazing itself was worth it, especially if you skip all the extras
Booked a stargazing tour in Marsa Alam with a private operator; original trip canceled due to low attendance (turned out to be a blessing). Most operators run the same cookie-cutter experience: camel rides, meals, fire shows, dancing, tourist-aimed photo ops—stargazing is usually just a small part. Stargazing itself was worth it, especially if you skip all the extras—only four people stayed for the stars while ~100 did the full tourist show. Can get the same stargazing experience for half the price directly through 5-star hotel tour desks once you’re on the ground. Be aware of tourist traps: “Berber herb” shops sell pre-brought goods, music choices are often modern rap or mismatched styles. Overall: book on the spot, focus only on stargazing if that’s your goal, and manage expectations about the rest of the package.
Response from the operator: Dear Alice Thank you for your time write us review but i cancel this day and full refund for you how come all what you write happen BR SPACE OBSERVERS
via Tripadvisor
Deeply Disappointing – Total mismatch with the official description
Don’t be fooled by the "Astronomical Specialists" labels. This experience was a complete failure compared to what was promised in the offer. The Reality vs. The Promise: Poor Equipment & Skills: Despite the claim of using a "GPS-directed Meade telescope", Jupiter and Saturn were just blurry white dots. The guide showed no passion and clearly didn't know how to set up the telescope properly. Light Pollution: The description promises "some of the best conditions on Earth for observation" in the middle of the desert. Instead, it was organized in a Bedouin village surrounded by bright shop lights that ruined the sky visibility. False Advertising: The "astronomer knowledge" promised was non-existent. The photos in the gallery bear no resemblance to the actual experience. Value for Money: At nearly £50 per person, the stargazing part was "rubbish." Only the quad biking was okay, but that doesn't justify the price or the 5-star TripAdvisor rating. Conclusion: If you are looking for a professional "Space Observers" experience, look elsewhere. This was a massive letdown.
Response from the operator: Dear Marek : We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us a 1-Star , Regards SPACE OBSERVERS
via Viator
Amazing different activities within one trip
My husband, my two kids of 5-years and 9 -years old boys and i had a nice tour of 6 hours with several difference activities during this tour (for example drive with quad and jeep through the desert, visit a village, short ride with the camals, taste some bread of the village, had delicious food and show and an amazing night to see clearly the planets and many stars. My kids loved it! We would recommended this tour to anyone that wants to do activities outside the resort and/or hotel. The people that organized the trip and the person that i have contacted with were kind, helpfull and always reply quick if you have questions regards the tour.
Response from the operator: Dear Oanh : We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us a 5-Star review! We take pride in knowing our customers are happy with their experience. So happy that our level of service managed to meet your expectation. we really try as possible as we can to do the best we would everyone enjoy the beauty of our universe and deep space objects thanks for your support, we really appreciate it! Looking forward to seeing you again soon in Egypt, Regards SPACE OBSERVERS
via Viator
Highly recommended
This was the best tour in our eleven-day trip in Egypt. Also, operators did not intimidate us to give any tip.
Response from the operator: Dear Kutalms : We are incredibly grateful that you took the time out to leave us a 5-Star review! We take pride in knowing our customers are happy with their experience. So happy that our level of service managed to meet your expectation. we really try as possible as we can to do the best we would everyone enjoy the beauty of our universe and deep space objects thanks for your support, we really appreciate it! Looking forward to seeing you again soon in Egypt, Regards SPACE OBSERVERS
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $70 to $90
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Marsa Alam.
How much does Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner cost?
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Prices start at $70 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Marsa Alam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Marsa Alam is not rushed.
Is Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 21 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Marsa Alam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Marsa Alam can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Marsa Alam and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Marsa Alam: Desert Stargazing Tour with Camel Ride & Dinner start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Marsa Alam within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Marsa Alam?
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On Outty we rank every Marsa Alam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Luxor Day Trip from Marsa alam (Private), Private Day Trip to Luxor from Marsa Alam and Valley of the Kings, Over Day Tour From Marsa Alam to Luxor. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Marsa Alam?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Marsa Alam?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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