Planning a Desert Safari Dubai? Here's What You Need to Know

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Most people who visit Dubai arrive for the malls and the tall buildings. But ask them later what the best part of the trip was, and a good number will say it was the desert. A desert safari Dubai is easy to book, doesn't cost much and suits almost every age. You spend a few hours on the sand, ride over red dunes, catch the sunset and finish the night with dinner and shows at a desert camp.

Here at Arabian Adventure Tour, we take care of desert trips for families, couples, friends and big groups. Below you'll find how the trip works, which package suits you, what it costs and a few tips we share with every guest.

What Happens on an Arabian Desert Safari

It all starts when our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in a 4x4. After you leave the city, the driver lets some air out of the tyres and the real ride starts. This is what people call dune bashing. The 4x4 goes up, over and down the dunes at angles that make everyone laugh or scream. It's short, but it's the bit most people talk about on the way home.

After that, you stop on a high dune for sunset photos. The sand turns orange, then red, and the whole place goes quiet. It's a good moment to put the phone down for a minute too.

From there, you head to the camp. You can try a short camel ride and some sandboarding down the dunes. Ladies and kids can have their hands painted with henna, and water and soft drinks are unlimited. After sunset, dinner is served, and then come the shows: a tanoura dancer spinning in his colourful skirt, a fire show and a belly dancer. After the last show, we drive you back to your hotel.

Which Package Should You Choose?

There's no single best safari. It depends on how much you want to spend, who's coming with you and how much adventure you want.

The Evening Desert Safari Dubai

This is the one most people book, and for good reason. It includes dune bashing, a sunset stop, a camel ride, sandboarding, henna and live shows, so it's a proper desert safari with BBQ dinner and a fun night at the camp. Prices for our standard Arabian desert safari start at AED 100 per person. If it's your first time in the desert, start here.

The VIP Desert Safari Dubai

Same trip, more comfort. You're picked up in a Land Cruiser, and at the camp you get VIP sofa seating and a VIP buffet. Our VIP desert safari Dubai starts at AED 130 per person, so the extra cost is small. It's a nice choice for couples, birthdays and anyone who wants a calmer evening.

The Morning Desert Safari Dubai

Some guests already have plans at night. The morning desert safari Dubai takes about four hours and includes hotel pickup, dune bashing in a Land Cruiser, a camel ride, sandboarding and photo stops on the high dunes. There's no dinner or show, but the soft morning light makes for great photos. Prices start at AED 120 per person.

Quad Biking on Your Safari

Want to take the wheel yourself? Go for the desert safari Dubai with quad bike. You ride your own ATV on the sand, then enjoy the rest of the evening trip: dune bashing, a camel ride, shows and dinner. We give you safety gear and our team stays with you while you ride. Prices start at AED 200 per person.

Dune Buggy Rides

If you love speed, a dune buggy Dubai ride is hard to beat. You drive the buggy yourself, after a short safety briefing, with a guide leading the way and stops on the high dunes for photos. The ride takes about four hours in total and starts from AED 200 per person. Transfers are not included, so tell us if you need them.

Private Desert Safari Dubai

Don't want to share a car with strangers? A private desert safari Dubai gives you your own Land Cruiser and driver for up to five people, private dune bashing, a VIP area at the camp, a premium BBQ dinner and hotel pickup and drop. It costs AED 500 for the whole car, which works out well for a family of four or five.

Coming with a big group? We handle groups from 10 to more than 500 guests, with one coordinator looking after everything. Just ask us for a quote.

How Much Does a Desert Safari in Dubai Cost?

Your desert safari Dubai price depends on the package you pick, the car and any extras. Here are our starting prices per person:

• Arabian desert safari (evening): from AED 100

• VIP evening safari: from AED 130

• Morning desert safari: from AED 120

• Quad bike adventure: from AED 200

• Dune buggy: from AED 200

• Private Land Cruiser: AED 500 for up to 5 people

Some very cheap offers online leave things out, such as transfers, dinner or soft drinks. Always check what's included before you pay.

Is Dune Bashing Safe?

Dune bashing Dubai trips feel wild, but our drivers know the dunes well. You'll bounce around, so keep your seatbelt on and hold the handle. Have a light lunch before you go, and ask for the front seat if you get car sick.

Pregnant guests, people with back or neck problems and parents with babies should let us know when booking. You can skip the bumpy part and still enjoy the camp, the food and the shows.

What to Wear and Bring

• Light, loose clothes

• Shoes you don't mind filling with sand

• Sunglasses and sunscreen

• A light jacket from December to February, as desert nights get cool

• Your phone, fully charged, for all the photos

When Should You Go?

The cooler months, October to April, are the best time. The days are warm and the evenings feel fresh, perfect for sitting out at the camp. Safaris still run in the summer months, just pick the evening trip, because the heat drops once the sun goes down. Weekends and holidays fill up fast, so book a couple of days ahead.

Booking Is Quick and Easy

We like to keep it simple: clear prices, pickup from your hotel and a team you can reach any time. Our WhatsApp, +971 50 991 2456, is open 24/7, or you can email [email protected] and expect a reply within 30 minutes. Tell us your date, how many people and which package you like, and we'll take care of the rest.

Final Word

A desert safari Dubai is one of those things you should do at least once. Whether it's the evening trip, a morning ride or a quad bike in read more the dunes, you'll leave with sandy shoes, full camera rolls and a big smile. Book your spot today at arabianadventuretour.com or message the Arabian Adventure Tour team on WhatsApp.

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