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Sandboarding

Let the thrill begin! Dive down tall red dunes in the Arabian desert on a sandboard as you indulge the adrenaline junkie in you. With flexible cancellation and hotel pick-up and drop-offs included in the Dubai desert safari ticket, all you have to worry about is having the best time.
Sandboarding
Dubai evening desert safari with camel ride and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camel ride and sand dunes at sunset.
Tourists sandboarding on a dune during an evening desert safari in Dubai.
Dubai evening desert safari with camel ride and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camel ride and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles in Dubai, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camel ride and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Evening desert safari in Dubai with camel ride and sand dunes.
Dubai evening desert safari with camel ride and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camel ride and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles in Dubai.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles, limited time 50% off offer.
Evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles in Dubai.
Evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles in Dubai dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles in Dubai, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and sand dunes, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles, limited time 50% off offer.
Dubai evening desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles, limited time 50% off offer.
Desert safari with quad bike and BBQ dinner in Dubai's red dunes at sunset.
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  • 6‑hr Lahbab safari: 30‑min dune bashing, camel ride & optional quad bike/dune buggy add-on.

  • Ride in an air‑conditioned 4x4 through Lahbab’s red sands for 30 minutes of dune bashing, with scheduled stops for a short camel ride, sandboarding, and sunset photos.

  • Enjoy a BBQ dinner at camp with veg and non‑veg options, live belly dance, Tanoura and fire shows, henna painting, and a traditional costume photo op.

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  • 6‑hr Lahbab safari: 30‑min dune bashing, camel ride & optional quad bike/dune buggy add-on.

  • Ride in an air‑conditioned 4x4 through Lahbab’s red sands for 30 minutes of dune bashing, with scheduled stops for a short camel ride, sandboarding, and sunset photos.

  • Enjoy a BBQ dinner at camp with veg and non‑veg options, live belly dance, Tanoura and fire shows, henna painting, and a traditional costume photo op.

from AED 220
AED 155

30% off

Tourists on a premium evening desert safari in Dubai, riding camels under a vibrant sunset.
Group of tourists enjoying a Premium Evening Desert Safari under a vibrant sunset in Dubai
Group of tourists enjoying a Premium Evening Desert Safari under a vibrant sunset in Dubai
Group of tourists enjoying a Premium Evening Desert Safari under a vibrant sunset in Dubai
Tourists on a Premium Evening Desert Safari in Dubai with vibrant sunset.
Tourists on a Premium Evening Desert Safari in Dubai with vibrant sunset backdrop.
4.5(1.1K)
Desert Safari
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6 hr
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  • Enjoy a desert safari adventure and relax in a spacious Bedouin camp with hassle-free shared hotel transfers included.

  • Get the chance to smoke sheesha, enjoy henna painting, and dress up in traditional Arabian dishdashas and abayas for photo ops.

  • Enjoy a local Tanoura show and a scintillating belly dancing performance as you savor a BBQ dinner buffet.

  • For a more private experience, upgrade to a dinner table. If you're looking to beat the heat, book an AC majlis to share with your group and dine privately.

  • Fun fact: The Tanoura dance is not only an art form but is also said to be a form of meditation.

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  • Enjoy a desert safari adventure and relax in a spacious Bedouin camp with hassle-free shared hotel transfers included.

  • Get the chance to smoke sheesha, enjoy henna painting, and dress up in traditional Arabian dishdashas and abayas for photo ops.

  • Enjoy a local Tanoura show and a scintillating belly dancing performance as you savor a BBQ dinner buffet.

  • For a more private experience, upgrade to a dinner table. If you're looking to beat the heat, book an AC majlis to share with your group and dine privately.

  • Fun fact: The Tanoura dance is not only an art form but is also said to be a form of meditation.

from AED 270.02
AED 135.01

50% off

Dune bashing in Dubai desert with tourists sandboarding down a dune during a safari adventure.
Dune bashing in Dubai desert with sandboarding experience.
Dune bashing and sandboarding adventure in Dubai desert safari.
Dune bashing in Dubai desert with tourists sandboarding down dunes.
Dune bashing SUV on sandy dunes during a desert safari in Dubai.
Dubai desert safari with dune bashing and sandboarding experience.
Dune bashing SUV on sandy terrain during a desert safari in Dubai.
Dune bashing and sandboarding adventure in Dubai desert safari.
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4 hr
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  • Have an extreme desert adventure as you drive over the Red Dunes of Al Lahbab.

  • Discover the joy of dune bashing in the Arabian Desert as you glide up and down the peaks.

  • You could even hop on a board and try to surf the sand waves.

  • Upgrade your ticket to include a quad bike ride if you’ve caught the thrill bug.

  • Experience a whole new side to Dubai as you ride a camel through the desert and see the sun rise over the golden horizon.

  • Keep your treasured memories alive with a desert-themed photo session.

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  • Have an extreme desert adventure as you drive over the Red Dunes of Al Lahbab.

  • Discover the joy of dune bashing in the Arabian Desert as you glide up and down the peaks.

  • You could even hop on a board and try to surf the sand waves.

  • Upgrade your ticket to include a quad bike ride if you’ve caught the thrill bug.

  • Experience a whole new side to Dubai as you ride a camel through the desert and see the sun rise over the golden horizon.

  • Keep your treasured memories alive with a desert-themed photo session.

from AED 110
AED 100

9% off

Desert safari with camels and sandboarding in Dubai's morning sun.
Morning desert safari with camel farm visit and sandboarding in Dubai's golden dunes.
Morning desert safari with camel farm visit and sandboarding in Dubai.
Dubai morning desert safari with camel farm visit and sandboarding experience.
Dubai morning desert safari with camel farm visit and sandboarding experience.
Dubai morning desert safari with camel farm visit and sandboarding experience.
Desert safari with tourists sandboarding and visiting a camel farm in Dubai.
Dubai morning desert safari with camel farm visit and sandboarding experience.
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  • Want to fit the essentials of desert safari into one morning experience? This budget morning desert safari is the one for you.

  • Wake up to a smooth pick-up from your place of accommodation to the desert in an air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Enjoy an exciting sandboarding session followed by a visit to a camel farm in the desert.

  • Experience the ups and downs of sand dunes during an exciting dune bashing experience.

  • Head to the desert campsite to put your feet up with welcome refreshments.

  • Go camel riding, smoke some shisha, and taste delicious Arabic coffee.

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  • Want to fit the essentials of desert safari into one morning experience? This budget morning desert safari is the one for you.

  • Wake up to a smooth pick-up from your place of accommodation to the desert in an air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Enjoy an exciting sandboarding session followed by a visit to a camel farm in the desert.

  • Experience the ups and downs of sand dunes during an exciting dune bashing experience.

  • Head to the desert campsite to put your feet up with welcome refreshments.

  • Go camel riding, smoke some shisha, and taste delicious Arabic coffee.

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AED 187
Dune bashing in a morning desert safari in Dubai
Quad biking in a morning desert safari in Dubai
Camel ride during a morning desert safari in Dubai
Man quad biking in a morning desert safari in Dubai
Man quad biking in a morning desert safari in Dubai
Dune bashing in a morning desert safari in Dubai
3.8(46)
Desert Safari
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5 hr
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  • 4-6 hr morning Lahbab safari: beat the heat and the crowds.

  • Experience magical morning light on less crowded red dunes of Lahbab Desert with dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel rides–keeping your afternoon free.

  • Customize your adventure by adding on a quad bike ride or opt for a private 4x4 transfers for up to 6 people for a more personalized experience.

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  • 4-6 hr morning Lahbab safari: beat the heat and the crowds.

  • Experience magical morning light on less crowded red dunes of Lahbab Desert with dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel rides–keeping your afternoon free.

  • Customize your adventure by adding on a quad bike ride or opt for a private 4x4 transfers for up to 6 people for a more personalized experience.

from AED 125
AED 105

16% off

Group of tourists enjoying an evening desert safari, visiting a camel farm, and having a BBQ dinner under the starlit sky in Abu Dhabi
Evening desert safari with camel farm visit and BBQ dinner in Abu Dhabi.
Evening desert safari with camel farm visit and BBQ dinner in Abu Dhabi.
Evening desert safari tour with camel farm visit and BBQ dinner in Abu Dhabi
Evening desert safari with camel farm visit and BBQ dinner in Abu Dhabi.
Camel farm visit during evening desert safari in Abu Dhabi with BBQ dinner experience.
Camel farm visit during evening desert safari in Abu Dhabi with BBQ dinner experience.
Evening desert safari with camels and BBQ dinner in Abu Dhabi.
Desert safari with camels and BBQ dinner in Abu Dhabi.
Desert safari with camels and BBQ dinner in Abu Dhabi.
Camel farm visit during evening desert safari in Abu Dhabi with BBQ dinner experience.
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6 hr
3 more
  • Be assured of hassle-free transportation with pick-ups and drop-offs included in your ticket.
  • Take advantage of photo stops during a dune drive and visit to a camel farm.
  • Take part in exciting activities like camel riding, sandboarding, and henna design.
  • Revel in Arabian hospitality as you indulge in Arabic coffee, dates, and Shisha.
  • Be charmed by a live 'Tanoura' and an oriental belly dance performance.
  • Relish a delicious barbecue open buffet dinner.

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  • Be assured of hassle-free transportation with pick-ups and drop-offs included in your ticket.
  • Take advantage of photo stops during a dune drive and visit to a camel farm.
  • Take part in exciting activities like camel riding, sandboarding, and henna design.
  • Revel in Arabian hospitality as you indulge in Arabic coffee, dates, and Shisha.
  • Be charmed by a live 'Tanoura' and an oriental belly dance performance.
  • Relish a delicious barbecue open buffet dinner.
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AED 200
Overnight Bedouin desert safari with camel trek at sunrise in Dubai's Al Khayma Camp.
Overnight Bedouin desert safari with camel trek at sunrise in Dubai's Al Khayma Camp.
Overnight Bedouin desert safari with camel trek at sunrise in Dubai's Al Khayma Camp.
Bedouin campfire under starry sky, Dubai desert safari with camel trek and sunrise experience.
Bedouin campfire under starry sky, Dubai desert safari with camel trek and sunrise experience.
Bedouin campfire under starry sky during overnight desert safari in Dubai with camel trek at sunrise.
All-Inclusive Overnight Bedouin Desert Safari with sunrise camel trek, featuring traditional Bedouin camp and starlit desert landscape in Dubai
Bedouin campfire under starry sky during all-inclusive overnight desert safari in Dubai with camel trek.
Bedouin campfire under starry sky during overnight desert safari in Dubai with camel trek at sunrise.
All-Inclusive Overnight Bedouin Desert Safari with sunrise camel trek, featuring traditional Bedouin camp and starlit desert landscape in Dubai
Overnight Bedouin desert safari with camel trek at sunrise in Dubai's Al Khayma Camp.
Bedouin campfire under starry sky during overnight desert safari in Dubai with camel trek at sunrise.
Bedouin camp with tents in Dubai desert, featuring camel trek and sunrise view.
Overnight Bedouin desert safari with camel trek at sunrise in Dubai's Al Khayma Camp.
Bedouin camp in Dubai desert with camels and tents for all-inclusive overnight safari experience.
Bedouin campfire under starry sky, Dubai desert safari with camel trek at sunrise.
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  • Looking for the ultimate all-inclusive luxury overnight desert Dubai safari? Grab these premium overnight safari tickets with return transfers!
  • Revel in a dune bashing and sandboarding experience in the Arabian desert.
  • Take a camel ride through the dunes of the Arabian desert, and admire the incredible landscape around you.
  • Delight in a scrumptious barbecue buffet dinner, with a spread of local delicacies and international cuisines, fit for a king!
  • Spend the night in the desert at the Al Khayma Camp in a typical Bedouin style, watch entertaining traditional performances and sleep in a comfortable tent.
  • Catch spectacular views of the desert sunrise during an early morning camel trek followed by a hearty breakfast.

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  • Looking for the ultimate all-inclusive luxury overnight desert Dubai safari? Grab these premium overnight safari tickets with return transfers!
  • Revel in a dune bashing and sandboarding experience in the Arabian desert.
  • Take a camel ride through the dunes of the Arabian desert, and admire the incredible landscape around you.
  • Delight in a scrumptious barbecue buffet dinner, with a spread of local delicacies and international cuisines, fit for a king!
  • Spend the night in the desert at the Al Khayma Camp in a typical Bedouin style, watch entertaining traditional performances and sleep in a comfortable tent.
  • Catch spectacular views of the desert sunrise during an early morning camel trek followed by a hearty breakfast.
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AED 600
Atv Rides at dubai red dunes
Tanoura Dubai
Dubai red dune desert safari with tourists enjoying a sunset view and buffet dinner experience.
Evening Red Dune Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner
Woman on quad bike in Dubai desert during evening red dune safari.
Fire Show in red dunes desert
Atv Rides at dubai red dunes
Fire Show in red dunes desert
Dubai red dune desert safari with tourists enjoying a camel ride at sunset, followed by a BBQ buffet dinner.
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7 hr
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  • Experience the thrill of dune bashing on an exhilarating 7-hour safari through the red-gold dunes of Al Labab, followed by a cultural immersion at a desert camp.

  • Explore the majestic Red Dunes of Al Labab during a 45-minute drive, marveling at the ever-changing colors that paint the landscape.

  • Unleash your inner adventurer with 20-30 minutes of thrilling dune bashing, navigating the challenging terrain as you make your way to the desert camp.

  • Immerse yourself in local traditions at the desert camp, indulging in a short camel ride, henna hand decoration, captivating performances of traditional, belly, and Tanoura dancing, and a range of activities like quad biking and falcon photography.

  • Fun Fact: The desert camp where the BBQ buffet dinner takes place is designed to provide a traditional Bedouin experience, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region.

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  • Experience the thrill of dune bashing on an exhilarating 7-hour safari through the red-gold dunes of Al Labab, followed by a cultural immersion at a desert camp.

  • Explore the majestic Red Dunes of Al Labab during a 45-minute drive, marveling at the ever-changing colors that paint the landscape.

  • Unleash your inner adventurer with 20-30 minutes of thrilling dune bashing, navigating the challenging terrain as you make your way to the desert camp.

  • Immerse yourself in local traditions at the desert camp, indulging in a short camel ride, henna hand decoration, captivating performances of traditional, belly, and Tanoura dancing, and a range of activities like quad biking and falcon photography.

  • Fun Fact: The desert camp where the BBQ buffet dinner takes place is designed to provide a traditional Bedouin experience, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region.

from AED 233
AED 198.05

15% off

4x4 vehicle driving over sand dunes in Dubai desert during a thrilling dune bashing tour.
Dubai desert safari with camel ride and vibrant floral displays at Miracle Gardens.
4x4 vehicle driving over sand dunes in Dubai desert during a dune bashing tour.
Lady with a sandboard
Lady with a sandboard jumping in the sand
Man holding falcon during Dubai desert safari experience.
Camel rides at Bedouin Desert Camp, Dubai, with tourists exploring the sandy landscape.
Henna tattoo application at Bedouin Desert Camp, Dubai, by Atlanta Tourism.
Dubai desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles at sunset, budget-friendly evening tour.
Dubai desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles at sunset, highlighting budget-friendly evening adventure.
Desert Night show
Dubai desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles at sunset, budget-friendly evening tour.
Dubai desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles at sunset.
Dubai desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles at sunset, highlighting budget-friendly evening adventure.
Dubai desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles at sunset, budget-friendly evening tour.
Dubai desert safari with camels and 4x4 vehicles at sunset, budget-friendly evening tour.
Desert safari in Dubai with tourists enjoying a quad bike ride and preparing for a BBQ dinner.
Desert safari with quad biking at sunset, featuring a budget-friendly BBQ dinner option.
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  • 6‑hr desert safari in Awir or Lahbab with dune bashing & BBQ dinner.

  • Travel in an air‑conditioned 4x4 with either 15 minutes of dune bashing in Awir or 30 minutes in Lahbab, plus a brief camel ride, sandboarding, and a sunset photo stop.

  • At camp, enjoy unlimited refreshments, Arabic Qahwa, and sweets alongside a BBQ buffet dinner (veg, non‑veg & Jain), with four belly dance shows, Tanoura, fire shows, and henna painting.

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  • 6‑hr desert safari in Awir or Lahbab with dune bashing & BBQ dinner.

  • Travel in an air‑conditioned 4x4 with either 15 minutes of dune bashing in Awir or 30 minutes in Lahbab, plus a brief camel ride, sandboarding, and a sunset photo stop.

  • At camp, enjoy unlimited refreshments, Arabic Qahwa, and sweets alongside a BBQ buffet dinner (veg, non‑veg & Jain), with four belly dance shows, Tanoura, fire shows, and henna painting.

from AED 142
AED 99

30% off

Sandboarding Guide

UAE is well known for its majestic red sand deserts of Arabia. What better way to experience these than a desert safari! There is no better place to experience the thrill of an adventure than Dubai, a city full of modern highlights and authentic historical landmarks.
Desert safaris are a vital highlight of Dubai tourism and one of the best ways to get a sense of the city's heart. Among the many thrilling adventure activities you can enjoy all day long, the rich culture makes one's vacation worth remembering. During Desert Safari in Dubai, you will be treated to the most unique thrilling activities up for offer. One of such popular adventure activities in the desert is sandboarding.
Surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding are all merged into sandboarding, which involves riding down and across dune faces instead of descending water, asphalt, or snow.
Sandboarding includes riding across or down sand dunes while standing on a board, either while riding on both feet or without bindings while standing loose on the board.
The art of sand surfing is pretty similar to other board sports. Sandboarding depends largely on the quality and type of sand, as well as the steepness of the dunes. However, once you master sandboarding, this will be a completely surreal experience riding the red sand dunes.
You can capture the desert's mesmerizing beauty with a camera or a video camera. Sand surfing locales often have hot temperatures. Summer clothing is appropriate for sand surfing, but be careful of the sand since you may quickly damage yourself if you fall. As a result, some protective equipment might be beneficial for novices.
  • Eat a light lunch early in the day. When rolling up and down the dunes in your 4*4 sandboard, avoid eating anything that will upset your stomach.
  • Make sure you wear decent clothing that is comfortable. A lightweight top, a short, or a shirt will work. You can bring extra shawls or jackets if the weather cools down at night.
  • Always wear sunblock when out in the sun. Sunglasses and a hat are also recommended.
  • When you have a break, you can frolic in the sand, so flip-flops, sandals, or open shoes are a good option. You can get sand inside your shoes anywhere.

Quad Biking

Quad bikes, also called All-Terrain Vehicles, are off-road vehicles capable of going almost anywhere. This vehicle is designed to be maneuverable across different terrains because of its three or four low-pressure tires and a handlebar. During quad biking, vehicles are driven at different speeds over rough terrain for sport and entertainment, lasting approximately 30 to 45 minutes.

Dune Buggy Ride

Drive your Dune Buggy in Dubai on a desert safari. The customized desert fox dune buggies provide an adventure and exhilarating way to explore the red dunes, the amazing scenery, and the amazing culture. The driver will also assist you with personalized assistance and long rides. There is no better way to experience the thrill of an exciting and memorable adventure than by riding a Dune Buggy Dubai.

Dune Bashing

During dunes bashing in Dubai, drivers increase and decrease their speeds over the dunes. A sports utility vehicle (SUV) is usually needed to navigate the terrain due to the shifting surface of the sand. Your vehicle will get more traction if the pressure is lowered in the tires. Anyhow, dune bashing is a must-go adventure to experience in Dubai.

Camel Riding

The camel ride in the Dubai desert is an experience that enriches you with the spirit of Arabian culture and will give you a taste of what the desert is all about. Enjoy the vast desert and learn about the culture of the desert. Ride well-trained camels and uncover the uneven dunes and fascinating landscape as you rest on their hump.
Sandboarding in Dubai can be relatively extreme. You may experience sandboarding on steep and tall sand dunes that might take you to the height upto 500 feet. Therefore, one can find it extreme if one fears heights. There's usually a lot of loose and powdery sand on the beach, making it difficult to keep your balance. On the other hand, if you wipe out, sand will cover your entire body in sand.
There are very few serious injuries associated with sandboarding, and most people don't fall into serious harm when they fall. However, sandboarding does come with its own risks: most boards don't slide as fast on sand dunes as they would on snow, and it does come with a few risks of its own.

How much does it cost to go sandboarding in Dubai?

Sandboarding in Dubai can cost you anywhere between AED 97 - AED 500 depending on the experience you choose.

Do I need to be a professional to sandboard?

It is preferable to begin learning sandboarding alongside skating. Skating is where most elite snowboarders and sandboarders start.

Is sandboarding harder than snowboarding?

Sandboard bases are made of laminex/formica and are more durable than snowboard bases.

What is needed for sandboarding?

It involves using a specialized board, goggles, gloves, helmets, knee and elbow pads and sandboard wax to raise the grip.

Is sandboarding difficult?

Yes, sandboarding can be quite extreme but with professional guidance anyone can experience the thrill ride.

What are the best places for sandboarding in Dubai?

The Lahbab Desert, AI Faya Desert, Liwa Oasis, and Fossil Rocks are some of the best places for sandboarding in Dubai.

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