Top United Arab Emirates Outdoor Activities

Immerse yourself in the Dubai desert without worrying about driving yourself to the sands or the complexities of booking different activities. With this safari, you’ll experience the classic desert adventures and an evening at a Bedouin-inspired camp, all served up for you. Travel to the Lahbab desert, ride its red dunes by 4WD, camel, and sandboard; and then savor a barbecue-buffet dinner, live shows, and more at the camp as the sun sets.

Leave the bustle of the city far behind and venture deep into the pristine sandy desert. On this thrill-seeking safari tour, you’ll have your pick of adventures. Enjoy a high-speed chase across sky-high dunes in a sturdy Land Cruiser, hop a camel for a wild ride, and go surfing down the sand. Tours include a tasty dinner spread and a traditional entertainment show.

Experience the thrill of Dubai on a Jeep desert safari, camel ride, ATV adventure, and sandboarding—all in one unforgettable tour. Race over sprawling dunes in a rugged Land Cruiser, glide effortlessly down sandy slopes, and enjoy the charm of a camel ride. With included door-to-door transfers from your hotel or Dubai port, your adventure begins the moment you step outside.

Experience the thrill of cruising through the desert with this evening safari with BBQ dinner. Head out on a six-hour adventure through the stunning landscapes outside of Abu Dhabi and make your way to a Bedouin-style camp tucked into the iconic sand dunes. Race over the rolling hills on 4x4, sand board down them at breakneck speeds, climb atop a camel for a once-in-a-lifetime experience or even rent a quad bike (additional cost). This trip includes round-trip hotel transport, henna painting, sheesha smoking, and even a belly dancing show, plus a savory BBQ dinner with fellow travelers.

Experience a stunning desert sunset and exhilarating desert activities on this evening adventure from Dubai. Go dune bashing in a 4x4, zoom through the sands on a quad bike, master the dunes on a sandboard, and take a ride on a camel. If you've upgraded to a full-day tour, head to a local desert camp where you can partake in cultural activities before enjoying a delectable barbecue dinner accompanied by live entertainment.

Discover off-the-beaten-track desert locations on this action-packed safari tour, which includes dune bashing, sandboarding, and an unforgettable camel ride across sandy, sky-high dunes. Travel between locations in a sturdy, 4WD Land Cruiser, getting access to stunning off-road locations not reachable by other vehicles. Tours include door-to-door hotel pickup and bottled water.

Book this half-day tour of the Arabian Desert with convenient round-trip transport from your Dubai hotel for an exciting excursion. In addition to navigating, your guide offers a range of activities for all ages, including dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel rides plus the option to upgrade for an ATV tour.

This morning safari begins with pickup and 4WD vehicles and about 35 minutes of dune bashing in the open desert near Lahbab. Afterward, travelers can hop on all-terrain vehicles (ATV), ride camels, try sandboarding, and more. This experience includes round-trip transportation from anywhere in Dubai and Sharjah.

Experience the ultimate wake-up on this adventure-filled safari tour. Beat the heat with an early-morning departure, and cruise to untrodden corners of the Lehbab desert in a comfortable Land Cruiser. Power across red sand dunes during a dune bashing session, followed by sand boarding on your own. Tours also include a photo session with a falcon, a camelback ride, plus coffee, dates, and refreshments in a relaxing desert camp.

Admire widescreen views of Dubai’s skyline from the water without an expensive private yacht charter on this shared cruise from the Dubai Marina. Take in landmarks as you glide over the Persian Gulf, snapping photos of the Burj Al Arab, Atlantis, and more. Choose from a short hour-long cruise or opt for an extended sailing, some of which include meals.

Head into the Dubai desert for an evening of dining, adventure, and entertainment—without having to plan several excursions. Climb aboard an ATV for an adrenaline-fueled adventure through the golden sands. Then, enjoy a dune bashing experience. At the Bedouin-style camp, participate in other activities such as sandboarding or camel riding, before sitting down to a full buffet dinner complete with traditional Arab music and dancing.

Throw yourself into outdoor desert adventures before Dubai’s temperatures reach their heights on this morning safari. Rather than committing most of the day to the desert, visit a region of high, red dunes soon after sunrise, and set off by 4WD for a dune bash before camel riding and sandboarding sessions. Your experience finishes with a late-morning hotel drop-off, leaving your afternoon and evening free for relaxation or further sightseeing.

A perfect pick for travelers with limited time to explore Dubai, this private half-day adventure helps to check off some of the city’s most recognizable places. Enjoy the freedom to choose a package to suit your needs, with upgraded options available that include Burj Khalifa tickets. Then, enjoy a tour that showcases views of the Burj Al Arab, the Palm Jumeirah, the Blue Mosque, and more.

Indulge in a thrilling 7-hour journey through the famous red dunes desert safari, inclusive of a 4WD pickup and drop-off, camel ride, barbeque feast, and live entertainment. Hop aboard a luxurious Land Cruiser, geared up with amenities to make your experience unforgettable. Roam through the unspoiled desert, enjoy a pit stop, or take a spin on a 4WD bike. Once you reach the Bedouin campsite, you will get a chance to relish authentic Arabic coffee and dates.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Abu Dhabi, this half-day city tour covers the main attractions in a handful of hours. Travel comfortably by shared vehicle, with door-to-door pickup and drop-off offered from anywhere within the city, including airports and cruise ports. Highlights include get-down stops at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, souks, the Emirates Palace Hotel, and the waterfront corniche.

Leave the bustle of Abu Dhabi behind and venture into the serene desert of Al Khatim. During this desert safari and BBQ dinner, you’ll combine high-energy activities like dune bashing, sand boarding, and camel riding with an entertainment-filled evening under the stars. Air-conditioned vehicle transfers from the hotel, airport, or cruise port are included.

Enjoy a thrilling half-day safari in the majestic Red Dunes of Dubai. Your knowledgeable guide promises to make your journey unforgettable with breathtaking sights and stunning photographs. Whether you're staying at an apartment, villa, hotel, or residence, your Toyota SUV will pick you up from wherever is most convenient for you. So simply sit back and enjoy this captivating adventure into one of the world's great deserts.

Combine a fast-paced, self-driven quad biking session with a tasty BBQ dinner under the stars during this safari in the Lahbab Desert. Relax with shared round-trip 4x4 transfers from your Dubai or Sharjah hotel. You'll also get a chance to try dune bashing, camel riding, and henna painting. A live dance show is included.

Explore the waterways of Dubai Marina on this 2-hour, sightseeing dinner cruise. Climb aboard the ‘Dhow Alexandra,’ a wooden Arabic Ship that has been refurbished and renovated into a high-class floating restaurant operating in Dubai Marina. The Dhow Cruise Dinner has become one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city. Enjoy a buffet dinner plus entertainment and a spectacular view of the city skyline from the water.

Embark on a thrilling half-day adventure to Dubai’s Red Dunes, starting with a 4x4 hotel pickup and a scenic drive to Lahbab’s golden sands. Enjoy adrenaline-pumping dune bashing, sandboarding, and optional quad biking, along with a short camel ride and photo opportunities atop the dunes. This immersive experience combines adventure, stunning desert landscapes, and a touch of Bedouin culture, with a portion of your booking supporting desert preservation.

Set sail on a luxury yacht from Dubai Marina and enjoy views of the city and landmarks at sunset. With a professional captain and crew to take care of everything, including photos, you can sit back and soak up the views. Enjoy complimentary snacks and bottled water, with alcoholic drinks available for purchase.

Many Dubai desert tours offer an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) drive only as an extra, for an additional cost. This tour bucks the trend by including an ATV circuit, so you don’t have to find extra money or book a separate ATV tour. Plus, everything is laid on so there’s no planning on your part: enjoy a dune bash, sand boarding, dinner, and live shows at a desert camp, plus more.

While most desert safaris offer short dune buggy rides, this experience allows a full 1-hour ride through the desert near Lahbab, roughly 45 minutes from Dubai by car. Spend the rest of the morning riding camels, sandboarding, and taking photos in the desert light before taking your ride back to your hotel in Dubai.