Nearly everyone who visit Dubai arrive for the malls and the tall buildings. But ask them a year later what they remember most, and a good number will say it was the day they went out into the dunes. 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, drive across red dunes, catch the sunset 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 how the trip works, which package suits you, what it costs and a few tips we share with every guest.
What Happens on an Arabian Desert Safari
It all starts when our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in a 4x4. After you leave the city, the driver lowers the tyre pressure and the fun begins. This is what people call 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 for sunset photos. As the sun drops, the sand changes colour and everything 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 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, followed by the shows: a tanoura dancer in a bright spinning skirt, a fire show and a belly dancer. After the last show, we drive you back to your hotel.
Which Package Should You Choose?
No one package is right for everyone. It comes down to your budget, who's coming with you and how much adventure you want.
Evening Desert Safari Dubai
Most of our guests go for this one, and for good reason. 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.
The 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, 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 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. It skips the dinner and shows, but the morning light is great for photos. Prices start at AED 120 per person.
Quad Biking on Your Safari
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 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. Prices start at AED 200 per person.
Dune Buggy Rides
For people who love speed, dune buggy Dubai here 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. Transfers are not included, so tell us if you need them.
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. It costs AED 500 for the whole car, which works out well for a family of four or five.
Planning a company trip or a family get-together? 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: A Quick Guide
Your desert safari Dubai price depends on the package you pick, the car and any extras. Here are our starting prices for each guest:
• Arabian desert safari (evening): from AED 100
• VIP desert 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, like transfers, dinner or drinks. Always check what's included before you pay.
Dune Bashing Dubai: What It Feels Like
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. 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 Wear and Bring
• Loose cotton clothes that keep you cool
• Shoes you don't mind filling with sand
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• A jacket in winter, because nights in the desert can feel chilly
• A fully charged phone or camera
Best Time for a Desert Safari
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. Safaris still run in the summer months, just pick the evening trip, because the heat drops once the sun goes down. Weekends and holidays fill up fast, so book a couple of days ahead.
How to Book Your Safari
We like to keep it simple: clear prices, pickup from your hotel and a team you can reach any time. You can WhatsApp us on +971 50 991 2456 at any hour, or email [email protected] and we'll 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 something every visitor should try at least once. Evening trip, morning ride or quad bike, whatever you choose, 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.
