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

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Nearly everyone who visit Dubai come 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 doesn't need much planning, it's kind to your budget and it works for almost everyone. You spend a few hours on the sand, ride over red dunes, watch the sun go down and finish the night with dinner and shows at a desert camp.

At Arabian Adventure Tour, we plan desert trips for families, couples, friends and big groups. This page explains what happens on the trip, which package to pick, how much you'll pay and some simple tips from our team.

How an Arabian Desert Safari Works

It all 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 fun begins. 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 doesn't last long, but it's the part most guests talk about afterwards.

After that, you stop on a high dune to watch the sunset and take 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 a go at 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 in a bright spinning skirt, a fire show and a belly dancer. When the shows end, you're dropped back at your hotel.

Which Package Should You Choose?

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

Evening Desert Safari Dubai

This is the one most people book, and it's easy to see why. You get 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. First time in the desert? This is the best place to start.

VIP Desert Safari Dubai

It's the same evening, just more comfortable. 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. It's a nice choice for couples, birthdays and anyone who wants a calmer evening.

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. There's no dinner or show, but the morning light is great for 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 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. This package starts from AED 200 per person.

Dune Buggy Rides

For people who love speed, dune buggy Dubai rides are the highlight. 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. Pickup and drop-off cost extra, so mention it when you book.

A Private Car Just for You

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. The price is AED 500 per car, which works out well for a family of four or five.

Coming with a big group? We look after groups from 10 to more than 500 guests, with one coordinator looking after everything. Send us your numbers and we'll send a quote.

How Much Does a Desert Safari in Dubai Cost?

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

• Arabian desert safari (evening): 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

Very low prices you see online sometimes skip things, such as transfers, dinner or soft drinks. Before you book anywhere, check exactly what's included.

A Few copyright About Dune Bashing Dubai

Dune bashing Dubai trips feel wild, but our drivers know the dunes well. You'll bounce around, so keep your seatbelt on the whole time. 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.

Simple Packing Tips

• Loose here cotton clothes that keep you cool

• Closed shoes or sandals you don't mind getting sandy

• Sunglasses and sunscreen

• A jacket in winter, because nights in the desert can feel chilly

• 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, which is perfect for dinner under the stars. You can still go in summer, but the evening trip is the better choice then, as the heat drops after sunset. Weekends and public holidays get busy, so try to book two or three days in advance.

Booking Is Quick and Easy

We like to keep it simple: fair prices, hotel pickup and a team that answers when you message. You can WhatsApp us on +971 50 991 2456 at any hour, 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 confirm everything for you.

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 go home with sand in your shoes and a lot of good photos. Book your spot today at arabianadventuretour.com or message the Arabian Adventure Tour team on WhatsApp.

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