Desert Safari Dubai: A Simple Guide to Packages, Prices and What to Expect

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Nearly everyone who visit Dubai arrive 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 the day they went out into the dunes. 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, drive across red dunes, catch the sunset 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 big groups. This guide covers what happens on the trip, which package suits you, what it costs and a few tips we share with every guest.

A Typical Arabian Desert Safari, Step by Step

It all starts when our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in a 4x4. Once the city is behind you, the driver lets some 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.

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. Take a few pictures, then just enjoy the view for a minute.

From there, you head to the camp. You can try a short camel ride and some sandboarding down the dunes. Ladies and kids can get henna designs on their hands, and water and soft drinks are unlimited. After sunset, dinner is served, and then come 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.

Which Package Should You Choose?

No one package is right for everyone. It comes down to how much you want to spend, 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. You're picked up in a Land Cruiser, and at the camp you get VIP sofa seating and a VIP 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.

The Morning Desert Safari Dubai

Not everyone has a free evening. 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.

Desert Safari Dubai with Quad Bike

If you'd rather drive than sit in the back, pick 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. Safety gear is included and our team guides you the whole time. 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. 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 is good value when you split it between four or five people.

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.

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 for each guest:

• Arabian desert safari (evening): from AED 100

• VIP desert safari: from AED 130

• Morning here safari: from AED 120

• Safari with quad bike: from AED 200

• Dune buggy ride: from AED 200

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

Some very cheap offers online leave things out, like transfers, dinner or drinks. Always check what's included before you pay.

Is Dune Bashing Safe?

Dune bashing Dubai rides look wild, but our drivers know the desert 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.

Simple Packing Tips

• Loose cotton clothes that keep you cool

• Shoes you don't mind filling with sand

• Sunscreen and a good pair of sunglasses

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

• A fully charged phone or camera

The Best Season to Visit the Desert

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, just pick the evening trip, because the heat drops once the sun goes down. Weekends and public holidays get busy, so try to book two or three days in advance.

Why Book with Arabian Adventure Tour

We keep things 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 email [email protected] and we'll 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.

One Last Thing

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. Book your spot today at arabianadventuretour.com or message the Arabian Adventure Tour team on WhatsApp.

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