Camels are known as the ships of the desert. Riding Camels is one of the most popular destinations for visitors in Egypt. Camels are remarkable creatures, designed exactly for the desert environment. Originally they were domesticated thousands of years ago by desert traders, who started to use them to make the long and harsh journey from southern Arabia to the Middle East. From there, the camel went on to become the desert man’s friend and protector, providing transport, shade, milk, meat, wool, and leather.
Similar to horses, they are expected to carry tourists as a source of income for local people and local companies, as well as providing a source of income for hotels and travel agents selling the tours as agents. Just like working equines, as they are primarily an income source, rather than a pet or farm animal, they can often be treated, housed and worked in poor conditions.
Tourists often are a different size and weight to local people, and although someone may be far too heavy for the camel, most camel owners will allow the ride to go ahead, valuing their income over and above the welfare of the animal.
Camel get bad press in the West; often condemned as odorous, aggressive beasts that howl and fire phlegm unprovoked. But in fact, Camels are loyal, docile and intelligent creatures well respected by their Bedouin masters.
Riding camels in Egypt is a great way to travel. When you are visiting Egypt, you will likely be offered camel rides in a number of places during your journey. Some of best places to ride camel in Egypt are:
• At the Giza Pyramids Cairo
• St Simeon’s Monastery, Aswan
• In the Desert
• Along the Beach in Dahab, Nuweiba, Hurghada or Sharm
• Up Mount Sinai
So, are you traveling in Egypt? Or planning a trip there? Riding camels can be your destination.
• St Simeon’s Monastery, Aswan
• In the Desert
• Along the Beach in Dahab, Nuweiba, Hurghada or Sharm
• Up Mount Sinai
So, are you traveling in Egypt? Or planning a trip there? Riding camels can be your destination.
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