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

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Most people who visit Dubai come for the malls and the tall buildings. But ask them a year later what they remember most, and many will tell you 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, watch the sun go down and end 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 large groups. This page explains what happens on the trip, which package suits you, what it costs and a few tips we share with every guest.

What Happens on an Arabian Desert Safari

Your trip starts with a pickup 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. That's 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.

Next comes a 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. There's time for a short camel ride and a go at sandboarding down the dunes. Ladies and kids can get henna designs on their hands, and water and soft drinks are unlimited. When it gets dark, dinner is served, followed by the shows: a tanoura dancer spinning in his colourful skirt, a fire show and a belly dancer. When the shows end, we drive you back to your hotel.

Our Safari Packages, Explained Simply

There's no single best safari. It comes down to your budget, who's coming with you and how much adventure you are after.

The Evening Desert Safari Dubai

Most of our guests go for this one, and it's easy to see why. 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. Our standard Arabian desert safari starts from AED 100 per person. If it's your first time in the desert, start here.

VIP Desert Safari Dubai

Same trip, more comfort. A Land Cruiser picks you up, and at the camp you get VIP sofa seating and a VIP buffet. The VIP desert safari Dubai starts from AED 130 per person, which is only a small step up in price. Couples and people celebrating something special often pick this one.

Morning Desert Safari Dubai

Some guests already have plans at night. The morning desert safari Dubai lasts around four hours and includes hotel pickup, dune bashing in a Land Cruiser, a camel ride, sandboarding and photo stops on the high dunes. It skips the dinner and shows, but the soft morning light makes for great photos. It starts from 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 carry on with the full evening programme: 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're in the driver's seat, once you've had a quick safety talk, with a guide leading the way and stops on the high dunes for photos. Plan for about four hours in total, with prices from AED 200 per person. Transfers are not included, so tell us if you need them.

Private Desert Safari Dubai

Prefer to keep it to your own group? 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. The price is AED 500 per car, which is good value when you split it between four or five people.

Planning a company trip or a family get-together? We look after groups from 10 to more than 500 guests, with one coordinator looking after everything. Just ask us for a quote.

Desert Safari Dubai Price at a Glance

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

• Evening Arabian desert safari: from AED 100

• VIP evening safari: from AED 130

• Morning safari: from AED 120

• Safari with quad bike: 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, like transfers, dinner or drinks. Before you book anywhere, check exactly what's included.

A Few copyright About Dune Bashing Dubai

Dune bashing Dubai rides look wild, but our drivers know the desert well. You'll bounce around, so keep your seatbelt on the whole time. Eat light before the trip, and ask for the front seat if you get car sick.

If you're pregnant, have back or neck problems or are travelling with a baby, tell us when you book. You can skip the bumpy part and still enjoy the camp, the food and the shows.

What to Pack for the Desert

• Loose read more cotton clothes that keep you cool

• Shoes you don't mind filling with sand

• Sunglasses and sunscreen

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

• A fully charged phone or camera

When Should You Go?

The cooler months, October to April, are the best time. Days are warm and evenings are pleasant, which is perfect for dinner under the stars. Safaris still run in the summer months, but the evening trip is the better choice then, as the heat drops after sunset. 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. Just send your date, the number of guests and the package you want, and we'll take care of the rest.

Ready for the Desert?

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 the dunes, you'll leave with sandy shoes, full camera rolls and a big smile. Visit arabianadventuretour.com or message the Arabian Adventure Tour team today to book your spot.

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