For travellers looking for a bit of adventure alongside their history, a quad bike — also known as an ATV — ride through the desert surrounding the Giza Pyramids offers a genuinely different way to experience the plateau — riding through open dunes with sweeping views of the pyramids in the distance, away from the crowds at the main entrance.
✅ Private hotel pickup and drop-off
✅ Private guide/assistant throughout
✅ 2-hour desert safari
✅ Suitable for beginners and experienced riders
Price: From $40 per person
What to Expect
We’ll pick you up directly from your hotel in Cairo or Giza and transfer you to the desert edge of the Giza Plateau. After a short safety briefing and practice run, you’ll set off into the desert on your quad bike (ATV), riding across dunes and open terrain with the Pyramids of Giza visible on the horizon. Our guide/assistant rides alongside you throughout, helping capture photos along the way. Sunset departures are especially popular, given the dramatic light over the desert and pyramids.
Is It Suitable for Everyone?
Quad biking (ATV riding) is generally suitable for both beginners and experienced riders, with automatic quads available for those without prior experience. It’s a fun, active add-on best suited to travellers comfortable with a bit of adventure — not recommended for anyone with back, neck, or cardiovascular issues, or pregnant travellers, given the bumpy desert terrain.
Add It to Your Trip
A quad bike (ATV) ride pairs naturally with any Giza Pyramids visit, whether as a standalone activity or an add-on to a full Cairo sightseeing day.
Price Includes
- Private hotel pickup and drop-off (air-conditioned vehicle)
- Private guide/assistant for the full 2 hours
- Quad bike (ATV) rental and safety gear
- Bottled water
Price Excludes
- Tipping
- Personal expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the quad bike (ATV) tour last?
The full experience runs 2 hours, including a safety briefing and practice run before heading into the desert.
Do I need experience to ride a quad bike?
No — automatic quads are available for beginners, and our guide/assistant rides alongside you throughout.
What’s the best time of day for a quad bike ride?
Sunset is the most popular time, offering dramatic light over the desert and pyramids, though morning rides are also available to avoid the afternoon heat.
Can I combine this with a Pyramids tour?
Yes — a quad bike (ATV) ride makes an excellent add-on to any Giza Pyramids sightseeing tour.
