Top 5 best motorcycle rentals in Sharm el-Sheikh

Picture the coast road running out past Naama Bay, the Red Sea glinting on one side and the Sinai mountains rising dry and gold on the other — this is a city built for two wheels. On a motorbike you can cover in an afternoon what would take days on foot: breakfast by the water, a run down to Ras Mohammed National Park for the view where the Gulf of Aqaba meets the Gulf of Suez, then back into town before the heat peaks. Renting here means you set the pace, not a tour bus timetable.

Sharm el-Sheikh's attractions line up along one main coastal corridor, so you rarely need to plan a complicated route — just follow the sea. Roads are wide, in-town traffic is light compared with Cairo, and the weather stays warm and dry almost all year. That combination makes it easy to string together a beach morning, a market evening and a longer desert run without ever waiting on a taxi. If you want to rent a motorcycle in Sharm el-Sheikh, this is exactly the kind of place a bike earns its keep.

Top 10 things to see in Sharm el-Sheikh by motorcycle

1. Ras Mohammed National Park — the reef-and-desert headland at Sinai's tip, with sweeping views over two gulfs.
2. Naama Bay — the main promenade for restaurants, shops and nightlife, and a natural loop to end the day.
3. Na'ama Bay to Sharks Bay coastal road — a short, scenic ride out to a quieter reef area.
4. Old Market (Sharm el-Maya / Old Souk) — the historic bazaar near the port, best explored in the evening.
5. Nabq Protected Area — mangroves and desert coastline north of town, a rewarding longer ride.
6. Dahab coastal road — a well-loved day-trip route along the Gulf of Aqaba, sea on one side, mountains on the other.
7. Blue Hole, Dahab — the famous dive site at the end of that road, a favourite biker destination.
8. Mount Sinai (Jebel Musa) / St. Catherine's Monastery — a bigger excursion into the interior, often paired with a sunrise hike.
9. Coloured Canyon, Nuweiba road — a striking desert canyon route inland from the coast.
10. SOHO Square — fountains, cafes and evening shows, an easy ride from anywhere in town.

What do you need to rent a motorcycle in Sharm el-Sheikh?

A motorcycle counts as a full motor vehicle here, so you'll need a valid motorcycle-category licence from home plus an International Driving Permit (IDP). Some resort shops are relaxed about paperwork, but riding without a proper licence leaves you uninsured if anything goes wrong. Most operators set a minimum age around 18, sometimes higher, and ask for a licence held for a minimum period. A deposit is standard — cash or card pre-authorisation is the safer route, since handing over your passport as security is common locally but leaves you without ID at checkpoints.

How much does it cost to rent a motorcycle in Sharm el-Sheikh?

Average rental price is around 1300 EGP per day during low season, rising to roughly 1800–2200 EGP in high season, with premium, newer models running 2500–3500 EGP per day.

• Prices peak from December to February, and again around Easter, when the resorts are busiest.
• June to August, and shoulder months like November, bring the cheapest rates as summer heat keeps crowds down.

When to book a rental motorcycle in Sharm el-Sheikh?

High season runs October to April, peaking December to February and over Easter — book ahead if you're travelling then, as bikes get snapped up. Low season is June to August, when the inland heat is intense but rates drop sharply and availability is easy. For the most comfortable riding weather, aim for November to March.

Local traffic rules in Sharm el-Sheikh

Egypt drives on the right, and helmets are legally required for riders — wear one regardless of how loosely that's enforced outside the main cities. Speed limits sit around 60 km/h in town and up to 100–120 km/h on the open desert highways. Checkpoints are frequent on roads into and out of Sinai, so keep your passport, licence and IDP on you. Alcohol and riding don't mix at all here — the law is applied as effective zero tolerance, so plan to ride sober or not at all.

Types of motorcycles available

On our website you can rent the following types of motorcycles: cruiser, sport, touring, standard, classic, dual-purpose, dirt bikes, street, naked bikes or roadsters, choppers, custom, streetfighter, sport-touring, dual-sport, on-road, off-road, adventure motorcycles, supermoto, scrambler, motorcycle with sidecar, enduro, motocross mx, trail, motards, tricycles, bikes with automatic or manual gears, luxury motorbikes.

Models of motorcycles available

On our website you can hire motorcycles from the following manufacturers: BMW, Harley Davidson, Aprilia, Buell, Cagiva, Ducati, Gilera, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, Jawa, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, Benelli, Bajaj, Indian, Royal Enfield, TVS, Beta, Bimota.

Which insurance is provided?

Most providers include basic third-party liability insurance in the rental price, with options to upgrade to fuller coverage that reduces or removes your deposit liability in case of damage or theft. Always confirm exactly what is and isn’t covered before you set off.

Extra services available

When you make an online motorbike reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to your chosen address.

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Most of our motorcycle rental providers have years of experience and will equip you with a well-maintained bike, helmet and insurance for the ride ahead. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a motorcycle locally, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!