Top Dubai Outdoor Activities

There are plenty of high-quality Dubai outdoor activities to choose from. Looking at ratings and reviews given by previous customers, these are the best outdoor activities available right now:

• Dubai Red Dunes ATV, Camels, Stargazing & 5* BBQ Al Khayma Camp

• Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp

• Dubai Desert Safari Dune Bashing, 60min ATV Quad, Camel Ride, BBQ

• Dubai Desert Safari - Sandboarding, Quad Bike & BBQ Options

• Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

Prices for Dubai outdoor activities vary depending on duration and inclusions. If you're looking for experiences on the lower end of the price range, these are the best outdoor activities to book now:

• Desert Safari Dubai (Pickup and Drop by 4x4 Optional)

• Dubai Camel Race with a Camel Ride

• VIP Red Dunes Sunset View Dubai Desert Safari BBQ Dinner Shows

• Dubai Butterfly Garden Ticket

• Dubai: Skip-The-Line Ticket to Butterfly Garden

Yes, Dubai outdoor activities are worth it. While the City of Gold is famous for its skyscrapers, ultra-luxurious malls, and indoor skiing, it's also an outdoor adventure oasis. Even on a hot, triple-digit day, you'll have a blast feeling the wind in your hair as you ride an ATV, Jet Ski, or even a camel. Often, these activities include cultural immersions, so you're also learning about Dubai's history and local traditions, past and present.

Per one customer who booked the Dubai Red Dunes ATV, Camels, Stargazing & 5* BBQ Al Khayma Camp experience, "I highly recommend choosing the sunset time slot, the fire show alone is worth it! From start to finish (picked up around 2 PM and returned around 11 PM), the entire day was packed with exciting, well-organized activities. The dune bashing, camel rides, sandboarding, live performances, dinner, and more, everything flowed so smoothly and kept us entertained and engaged. By the end of the night, we all looked at each other and agreed: we didn't need to do anything else in Dubai after this. It was so magical and fulfilling that we could've gone home completely satisfied."

Before booking outdoor activities in Dubai, check whether gratuity for your guide is included. If it’s not, tack on an additional 10 percent of the tour price, and see if it’s still in your budget. Also, make sure you read the activity’s physical requirements, especially if you’re doing ATVing or “dune bashing.” If you get carsick, bumping around in the desert may not be for you.

To fully enjoy Dubai outdoor activities, consider booking a private activity if you don’t like crowds. Some of the desert camp experiences can host up to 1,000 people at a time. Also, dress appropriately, in line with the destination's cultural norms. Dubai is no stranger to the heat, but it's best to wear lightweight, light-colored fabrics in a more modest style. If you’re doing a desert activity, bring a scarf or a mask for your mouth to prevent yourself from getting sand in your face.

Even if you're short on time, you can find fun Dubai activities to fit your schedule. Here are a few Dubai outdoor activities you can enjoy in an hour or less:

• Dubai Marina Yacht Tour with Optional Breakfast or BBQ

• Dubai 1-Hour Jet Ski, Burj Al Arab, Atlantis, Ice Cream, Photo, Video

• Exclusive 1-Hour Jet Ski Tour- Burj al Arab & Atlantis

• Exclusive 30-Min Jet Ski Adventure - Burj Al Arab

• Dubai: 30-Min Jet Ski: Burj Al Arab w Pics, Videos, Free Ice Cream