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 many will tell you it was their evening in 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 end the night with dinner and shows at a desert camp.

At Arabian Adventure Tour, we plan desert trips for families, couples, friends and large groups. Below you'll find how the trip works, which package suits you, how much you'll pay and a few tips we share with every guest.

How an Arabian Desert Safari Works

Your trip starts with a pickup from your hotel or home in a 4x4. Once the city is behind you, the driver lets some click here air out of the tyres and the real ride starts. That's dune bashing. The car climbs a dune, tips over the top and slides down the other side. 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. 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. When it gets dark, 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, 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 you're travelling with and how much adventure you want.

Evening Desert Safari Dubai

Most of our guests go for this one, 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.

VIP Desert Safari Dubai

Same trip, more comfort. A Land Cruiser picks you up, and at the camp you get a VIP sofa area and a better buffet. The VIP desert safari Dubai starts from 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.

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. It starts from AED 120 per person.

Desert Safari Dubai with Quad Bike

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. Safety gear is included and our team guides you the whole time. This package starts from AED 200 per person.

Dune Buggy Dubai

For people who love speed, dune buggy Dubai rides are the highlight. You're in the driver's seat, after a short safety briefing, with a guide in front 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

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. 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 look after groups from 10 to more than 500 guests, with one coordinator as your single point of contact. 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:

• Arabian desert safari (evening): from AED 100

• VIP evening safari: from AED 130

• Morning safari: from AED 120

• Quad bike adventure: from AED 200

• Dune buggy: from AED 200

• Private car safari: AED 500 per car, up to 5 people

Very low prices you see online sometimes skip things, like transfers, dinner or drinks. Always check what's included before you pay.

Dune Bashing Dubai: What It Feels Like

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.

If you're pregnant, have back or neck problems or are travelling with a baby, tell us when you book. You can skip the dune bashing and still enjoy everything at the camp.

What to Pack for the Desert

• Loose 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. 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 holidays fill up fast, so book a couple of days ahead.

Why Book with Arabian Adventure Tour

We like to keep it simple: fair prices, hotel pickup and a team that answers when you message. 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 something every visitor should try 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. Visit arabianadventuretour.com or message the Arabian Adventure Tour team today to book your spot.

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