Dubai Desert Safari Tours
Embark on the best desert safari in Dubai and try thrilling activities like dune bashing, quad biking, and sandboarding. With Dubai desert safari tickets, enjoy BBQ meals, access to exciting activities, round trip transfers, and flexible cancelation.
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Ultra Luxury Desert Safari, Wildlife Tour & Fine DiningInstant confirmation
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Limited Time 50% Off: Evening Desert SafariRated 4.53 out of 5.0 from 441 ratings.
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Edmir
Switzerland
Salman was the best tourguide i had. So gentle, polite and always for us there at the right time. Really good driver.👍🏻
Igor
During our trip, we were most thrilled by the off-road adventure, quad rides, and the group grill. Our group leader (the captain Muhammad) took care of every detail, showing not only professionalism but also a lot of care. He made sure we didn’t overpay for extras like shisha, and even brought us dinner when the lines were long. Out of his own kindness, he would also bring us sweets. The breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences made this trip truly remarkable. The atmosphere was fantastic – I highly recommend it to everyone! An added bonus is the affordable price for an experience that lasts almost the entire day.
Adriana
Serbia
this is a wonderful experience, a day to remember, everything is well organized and kudos to our driver Ranjit, he is excellent
Ankit
India
Saqib was amazing guide and host. Loved the experience with him. He was very accommodating to our needs. Highly recommended.
Cherie
Australia
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Our host Bilal was a sensational guide - a true gentleman and was a great conversationalist and made us really feel like our experience was important to us ( Desert Safari Dubai )
Their communication was excellent and clear and ordering our experience was easy. It was an amazing afternoon- a highlight to our stopover.
Dhaval
Canada
It was an amazing experience. Desert sand and heat was kind of unique experience and feeling for us 🇨🇦. Quad biking was really fun and most amazing part was Dune Bashing especially with our driver Mr Bilal. His skills and nature made this experience thrilling and memorable. Mr Bilal provided very good information about desert, their food, their routine and very courteous. 5* to Mr Bilal.
Food was also very good. Overall it was a very good experience and we recommend this desert Safari. Must do thing on your Dubai visit.
Chris
Super fun experience out in the desert! Well planned and good schedule. Our driver was very experienced and knowledgeable! Great ATV's and the camels too!
Selda
Helloo , I'm really enjoyed with this adventures 😍 Our driver is so friendly and helpful for everthing👍👍 Thank you so much Hashim , he is doing very good about his job.
Dubai Desert Safari Tours Guide
Dubai Desert Safari Tours Guide
In the last few years, Dubai has established itself as the ultimate tourist destination with multiple must-visit attractions and experiences. From skydiving and skiing to shopping at Global Village and exploring the iconic Burj Khalifa, the world is your oyster in Dubai. Among these experiences, the Desert Safari has become an integral part of visiting Dubai, offering a thrilling journey into the Arabian desert. This adventure combines the excitement of dune bashing with traditional Bedouin camps, camel rides, and mesmerizing sunsets, making it a must-do for everyone visiting.
Why go on a Desert Safari?
Get the perfect combination of adventure-filled rides in a 4x4 vehicle, a glimpse into the ancient nomadic Bedouin culture, traditionally-prepared Emirati meals, wildlife spotting, and much more - all in one safari ticket! Let’s take a look at the best Dubai Desert Safari tickets, tour highlights, and everything else you’ll need for a perfect trip!
Ticket options explained
Ticket options explained
Whether you are an early riser or a night owl, we offer tickets that cater to every traveler's requirements. Based on your preferences, you can choose to book either a morning desert safari or an evening desert safari. If you’d like to club a few experiences together and make the most of your Dubai visit, you can opt for a combo tour.
Morning Safari
Evening Safari
Overnight Safari
Combo Tours
The morning safari has its own charm, beginning at 4am, allowing you to see the sunrise over the desert. Top up your experience with optional add-ons like a picnic breakfast or thrilling adventure activities. Enjoy a steaming cup of Arabic coffee, making this short desert escape ideal before you head back to the city.
Recommended Experiences
Your evening desert safari in Dubai promises to be the day's best experience. You get to take part in thrilling activities like sandboarding, quad biking, dune buggy riding and dune-bashing at this prime time. The sunset over the dunes is amazing, especially pleasant during winter months. With a complete package, enjoy a sumptuous BBQ dinner paired with live entertainment, such as Tanoura dances or belly dancing, based on your ticket choice.
Recommended Experiences
Go all out and embrace the full desert experience with an overnight safari. The experience begins with an afternoon pick-up, followed by thrilling desert adventures. Then spend the evening in a traditional Bedouin camp enjoying activities like henna painting, camel farm visits, shisha smoking, and a delicious dinner. Get entertained with classic Emirati shows and sleep under the starlit sky. Awaken to a stunning sunrise, capping off a perfect adventure.
Recommended Experiences
If you're aiming for a comprehensive city tour, a combo ticket is your best option. These packages pair a desert safari with top Dubai attractions like Burj Khalifa or Dubai Aquarium. The best part? These tickets are often discounted compared to buying them separately. Ideal for travelers who are short on time and budget, combo tours ensure you don't miss any must-see spots while saving money.
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Timings & Schedule
Timings & Schedule
The timings depend on the tour you have chosen. You don’t have to worry about getting there because you’ll be picked and dropped from your hotel or a convenient meeting point. Just make sure you arrive at the pick up on time!
Morning Safari
Evening Safari
Overnight Safari
Pick Up: 5:30am - 6:30am
Drop Off: 11am - 12pm
If you choose the sunrise experience, pick-up is at 4am and the event begins at 5am
Pick-up: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Drop-off: 8:30pm - 9:30pm
Pick-up: 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Drop-off: 8am - 9am next morning
After dinner and live entertainment, you'll camp under the stars, experiencing the desert's tranquility. Wake up to a stunning sunrise and the cool morning sands of the Arabian desert. Your all-inclusive overnight safari concludes with a return to the city around 8am.
Things to do in a Dubai Desert Safari
Things to do in a Dubai Desert Safari
The Dubai desert offers a variety of activities, with hot air balloon rides and paramotor tours being the most thrilling. For those seeking high-adrenaline experiences, these activities are ideal. Afterward, you can relax and unwind at a Bedouin camp.
Adventure Activities
Desert Camp Activities
Other Activities
Dune Bashing: Dune bashing offers an exhilarating ride over Dubai’s soft dunes in a specialized 4x4 vehicle. This activity demands expert driving skills due to the shifting sands. Conducted in convoys for safety, you'll mostly be a passenger while the driver handles the vehicle. Get ready to skid and slide across your seat through the golden desert.
Quad Biking: Quad biking allows you to explore the desert landscape at your own pace on a four-wheeled bike. Suitable for both beginners and experienced riders, it adds an adventurous twist to your desert safari.
Camel Riding: Camel rides offer a more traditional desert experience and are perfect for photography enthusiasts.
Sandboarding: Similar to snowboarding, sandboarding lets you glide down the dunes on a board. It's a unique and fun way to embrace the desert's landscape.
Dune Buggy Ride: This is the perfect way to explore the desert and get a taste of the true Arabian adventure. These buggies can reach speeds of up to 70km/h as you navigate through the endless sea of sands. Each buggy ride is led by an expert guide, ensuring your safety while you enjoy the excitement of the open desert.
Shisha Smoking: This is a popular social activity in many Arab countries. It is also known as hookah or hubbly bubbly smoking. Smoke the flavored tobacco heated by charcoal and get the ultimate Emirati experience.
Henna Painting: Get intricate designs on your hands and feet, drawn by experts as you indulge in some Henna painting, a popular form of body art in Arab countries.
Arabic Coffee-Making Session: Get a taste of Emirati coffee as locals make it in a special pot, called a dallah. Coffee grounds are boiled in water and then poured into small cups. Sugar and spices may be added to the coffee.
Arabic Bread-Making Session: Watch how the Arabs cook their bread over an open flame and get a chance to taste it too!
BBQ Dinner: Savor a delicious BBQ dinner featuring a variety of meats, vegetables, and traditional Arabic dishes.
A Picture with a Falcon: If you're looking for a unique photo opportunity during your time in the desert, consider having your picture taken with a falcon. Falcons are commonly found in the desert and are often used in hunting. Some experiences also include a Falcon Show that lets you admire various tricks by the bird of prey.
Stargazing: If you opt for an overnight stay then you’ll have the chance to stargaze in the desert's night sky. The clear air and absence of light pollution reveal a sky full of stars, and if you're lucky, you might even see a shooting star or two.
Wildlife Spotting: Keep an eye out for different species of desert wildlife, including Arabian oryx, gazelles, and various birds.
How do I Choose a Safari that's Best for Me?
How do I Choose a Safari that's Best for Me?
The first step in choosing a desert safari is deciding between a morning or evening option. For a quick visit with some adventure, opt for the morning safari. If you want to go all out and experience everything the desert safari offers then go for the evening option that includes live shows and numerous activities. For a mix of tranquility and adventure or a romantic stay, the overnight option is best.
More options
All desert safaris are not the same! Choose your pick between classic, adventure, heritage, wildlife, and luxury to have your best safari experience.
Classic Safari: Travel the red dunes on a 4x4 vehicle, experience must-try activities in the desert, and fill your phone gallery with beautiful pictures of the desert landscape.
Adventure Safari: Add a dash of thrill to your classic safari experience with thrilling activities like quad biking, dune bashing, dune buggy ride, and sandboarding for an extended time duration.
Heritage Safari: Experience the desert as the ancient nomadic tribe of Bedouins did in the past with authentic torch-lit desert camps, traditional Emirati meals, and camel caravan rides.
Nature Safari: Explore the desert ecosystem as you drive around the flat desert in a premium vehicle and spot rare wildlife like gazelles, Arabian oryx, and more.
Luxury Safari: Indulge in the lavish comforts of an all-inclusive premium safari in a desert with unmatched ambiance. Savor a gourmet dinner or breakfast, depending on the time of your safari.
3. Price
When choosing a safari, selecting one within your budget is crucial given the variety of experiences available.
- Budget safaris: Below AED 250
- Medium range safaris: AED 250 - AED 500
- Premium safaris: AED 500 and above
Essentials for planning
Essentials for planning
Best time to visit
To make the most of your Dubai Desert Safari, plan your trip between November and March. During these months, the weather is amicable, featuring pleasant afternoons and evenings that aren’t too chilly—perfect for enjoying outdoor activities. The summer months, on the other hand, can be scorching, so it's advisable to avoid them if you can.
Age restrictions
Know that only guests aged 16 and above can take part in quad biking. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult on the quad bike.
Pick-up locations
Fret not about arranging transport to travel to the desert - your desert safari includes a hassle-free pick-up from your place of accommodation along with a drop-off after your safari ends.
What to wear
It is advisable to wear light clothing during summer. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, and a jacket during winters. You can also bring a hat for morning safaris. Choose for a pair of comfortable flats over sneakers and heels.
Meals in the desert
All evening desert safaris include dinner (open buffet or served at the table depending on the ticket chosen) towards the end of your experience. Some morning safaris include a light breakfast, dates and sweets, and refreshments like water, tea, and coffee.
What to Carry
- Don’t lug around heavy bags in the desert. Make sure to pack light.
- Bring along wet wipes and a water bottle in your backpack.
Health restrictions
- The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.
- The nature drive is not recommended for guests who are more than 3 months pregnant.
Dubai Desert Safari locations
Dubai Desert Safari locations
Did you know that there are actually different types of deserts in Dubai? That's right - depending on which desert you choose to visit, you can have a totally different experience.
Here's a quick guide to the different desert safari locations in Dubai:
Al Awir Desert
A popular destination, Al Awir is one of the most commonly visited deserts in Dubai. The area was once a farming village and you'll find some desert shrubs as you drive to your desert camp. Find fellow desert explorers in your desert camps here.
Al Lahbab Desert
Al Lahbab is an excellent choice if you want an adrenaline-pumping desert safari experience. The area is full of dunes, and you can even try sandboarding! The red dunes here are the perfect backdrop to take dramatic photographs of your exciting safari experience. Get ready for an adventure in Al Lahbab as you enjoy a quintessential desert experience.
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
As the name suggests, this is a conservation area and home to many endangered animals. Here, you can take part in safaris that help with research and conservation efforts. You might even spot some rare animals! The protected nature reserve is the perfect location for a spectacular desert getaway. With vast seas of sand, this desert ecosystem promises a quality safari with great desert ambiance.
Al Khayma Camp
Al Khayma Camp offers a blend of luxurious and authentic desert experiences. This site boasts traditional Arabian hospitality combined with modern amenities. You can enjoy camel rides, henna designs, and savor an exquisite BBQ dinner under the stars. The camp's setup replicates a typical Bedouin environment, offering cultural performances like belly dancing and Tanoura shows.
FAQs
FAQs
Can I bring my own camera on the Desert Safari?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own camera to capture the beautiful desert scenery.
Is Dune Bashing safe?
Yes, dune bashing is generally safe as long as it is conducted by professional drivers. Vehicles are equipped with safety features like roll cages, and seat belts are mandatory during the activity. However, if you have medical conditions such as back problems or are pregnant, it might be best to sit this one out.
How long will the safari last?
The duration of a desert safari can vary depending on the type chosen. Morning safaris typically last around 3-4 hours, while evening safaris can extend to 6-7 hours due to added activities like dinner and shows.
What is the cancellation policy?
The cancellation policy for Dubai Desert Safari tickets varies by experience. Some tickets offer free cancellations with full refunds, while others cannot be changed or rescheduled. Check your ticket for specific details.
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