Just picked this up in Sinai-times - looks liek fun for those who are around.... not sure what to do with the camel if you win it though!

Sharm El Sheikh Camel Race.

The event will take place in Zoira 20km from Sharm el Sheikh off the Dahab - Sharm road , on Monday, March 26, starting from 9.00am.

The festival will begin with a traditional Bedouin camel race with riders competing from the different tribes from South Sinai.
In order to promote the event in Tourism Dive Clubs, Hotels and investors are invited to sponsor a camel in the second race.
Each sponsored camel will race with the investor's flag.
For more information on camel sponsorship please contact Mr. Jumaa Ahmed Salem Tel: 0101268318.

The event is being promoted as a special day attracting many tourists and residents offering a rare opportunity to experience Bedouin culture.
There will also be a Bedouin tent selling hand-crafts, natural herbs and art-work, and a raffle to win a small camel (tickets 100le each).
The finale of the event will be a traditional Bedouin wedding.
For more information please contact Gomaa Ahmed Salem Tel: 010 12 68 318