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Dubai Desert Safari: Experience the Best of the Arabian Desert

Recommended by 99% of travelers

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Skip the hassle (and disappointment) of choosing between Arabian Desert experiences. This complete package includes pickup anywhere in Dubai/Sharjah, dune bashing in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, camel riding, sunset photography, henna painting, shisha, unlimited refreshments, dinner buffet, live belly dancing and Tanura, and fire shows—all at one camp. No coordinating transport or paying for add-ons, just pure desert adventure without the logistics headache.

You'll literally do it all, from camel riding to getting a henna tattoo
Includes authentic desert buffet dinner and unlimited refreshments
Relax with live entertainment at a real desert camp
Hassle-free pickup anywhere in Dubai/Sharjah

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Dubai/Sharjah
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water

Quad Bike

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We can pick up guests from anywhere in Dubai and Sharjah. Ajman pick-up is available in a private Car

Operating hours
.3:00 pm

Itinerary

Dubai

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lahbab

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Al Awir

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dubai

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

William_T

Know that it will be along day, some of the activities are optional, and paid for separately. In the event you are prone to seasickness, or want extreme comfort you may want to consider other options. In all it was a excellent value.

Reviews

4.9

based on 400 reviews

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Trip to Dubai desert.

William_T, Feb 2026

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you for your thoughtful review! 🌟 We’re glad to hear that you found the **Dubai Desert** safari an excellent value. It’s true that the day is full of exciting activities, some of which are optional and paid separately, so your tips are very helpful for future travelers. We appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoyed the adventure despite the long day. We look forward to welcoming you again for another thrilling desert experience! 😊

Excellent and fun

Maggie_Y, Aug 2023

The best part of the trip was when we were driving the ATVs through the desert. The view was absolutely majestic and we are very thankful for the guides’s Raja unrelenting care

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Thank you very much for your compliments. These words are meaningful to us. We and our staff always in the intention to make the tour remarkable for our guests. Please follow us on TripAdvisor as well to get new Tour Promotions and Updates on Packages. Hope to see you again with us. Regards, Hammad Ali General Manager

Safari médiocre

Aline_C, Nov 2024

Safari dans le désert agréable avec de belles sensations à bord du 4×4. En revanche, le repas était plus que médiocre ( nourriture froide et sans aicun goût) . Le spectacle n était pas non plus d une grande qualité ! Repas et spectacle : véritable piège à touristes.

Fun in der Wüste

Antonella_B, Mar 2024

Alle Möglichkeiten offen, Sandbashing, Quad o. Buggy fahren. Gut organisiert. BBQ war in Ordnung. Fun in der Wüste. Tolle Fotos!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Vielen Dank für Ihr Feedback. Wir freuen uns, dass Sie eine tolle Zeit hatten und alles genossen haben. Safari hat eine wunderbare, fesselnde Atmosphäre.

Wüstenfahrt war fantastisch - der Rest leider nicht

Barbara_L, Feb 2024

Die Fahrt durch die Wüste und die Fotos die wir beim Sonnenuntergang machen konnten, waren spitze. Wir hatten zwei keine Kinder (1 und 3 Jahre alt) dabei. Es gab keine Kindersitze; beide saßen auf dem Schoß. Der Stopp bei den Buggys war nicht schön, sehr schmutzig und eine absolute Touristenabfertigung. Ebenfalls das Camp: es war furchtbar laut und das Essen wurde in zwei Kategorien eingeteilt (sowie die Toiletten und Sitzplätze). Außerhalb der Premium Lounge war weder das Essen noch der Rest ein Vergnügen. Aber die Fahrer sind sehr freundlich und bemüht!!!

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Liebe Barbara, Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich die Zeit genommen haben, uns Ihr Feedback zu Ihrem jüngsten Wüstensafari-Erlebnis mitzuteilen. Wir freuen uns zu hören, dass Ihnen die Wüstenfahrt und die atemberaubenden Sonnenuntergangsfotos gefallen haben. Ihre freundlichen Worte über unseren freundlichen und hilfsbereiten Fahrer bedeuten uns sehr viel. Wir möchten uns aufrichtig für die Unannehmlichkeiten entschuldigen, die Ihnen entstanden sind, insbesondere im Hinblick auf den Mangel an Kindersitzen, die Bedingungen am Buggy-Stopp und die Einrichtungen im Camp. Sicherheit hat für uns oberste Priorität, insbesondere für Kinder, und wir wissen, wie wichtig es ist, während unserer Touren eine sichere Umgebung zu bieten. Wir arbeiten aktiv an der Verbesserung unserer Einrichtungen und Dienstleistungen, um allen unseren Gästen, auch Familien mit kleinen Kindern, ein komfortableres und angenehmeres Erlebnis zu bieten. Wir bedanken uns für Ihr Verständnis für die Anpassungen, die während einer Wüstensafari erforderlich sein können. Bezüglich des Fehlens von Kindersitzen möchten wir klarstellen, dass wir für die Babys keine Gebühr erhoben haben. Wenn separate Kindersitze erforderlich wären, wäre es hilfreich gewesen, eine private Tour zu erwähnen oder zu buchen, bei der solche Arrangements effektiver umgesetzt werden könnten. Wir sind dankbar für Ihre Anerkennung für das Engagement unserer Fahrer, exzellenten Service zu bieten. Ihr Feedback ist von unschätzbarem Wert und wir sind bestrebt, es für die notwendigen Verbesserungen zu nutzen. Wir hoffen, Sie in Zukunft wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen, um Ihnen und Ihrer Familie ein noch angenehmeres Erlebnis zu bieten. Nochmals vielen Dank, dass Sie Ihre Gedanken mit uns geteilt haben. Beste grüße, Team Emirates Trips Dear Barbara, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us about your recent desert safari experience. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the desert drive and the stunning sunset photos. Your kind words about our friendly and helpful driver mean a lot to us. We want to sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you experienced, especially regarding the lack of child seats, conditions at the buggy stop, and the facilities at the camp. Safety is our top priority, especially for children, and we understand the importance of providing a secure environment during our tours. We are actively working on enhancing our facilities and services to ensure a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests, including families with young children. We appreciate your understanding of the adjustments that may be necessary during a desert safari. Regarding the absence of child seats, we want to clarify that we did not charge for the babies, and if separate baby seats were required, it would have been helpful to mention or book a private tour where such arrangements could be accommodated more effectively. We're grateful for your recognition of our drivers' commitment to providing excellent service. Your feedback is invaluable, and we are committed to using it to make necessary improvements. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future, ensuring an even more enjoyable experience for you and your family. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts with us. Best regards, Team Emirates Trips

Una piacevole esperienza

Valentina_F, Apr 2023

Ci siamo trovati molto bene, molto disponibili e precisi gli organizzatori e Raja, l’autista è stato davvero speciale, ha guidato in maniera tranquilla appositamente per la nostra bimba di 1 anno che era un po’ spaventata e così si è addormentata cullata dalla macchina sulle dune. Lo spettacolo e il buffet ben organizzati e hanno creato una piacevole serata. Un’unica nota negativa, ma non riguarda il tour di per se, è stato vedere così tanta immondizia tra le dune, davvero inaccettabile.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you very much for such nice compliments. Our staff is highly professional and to take good care of the children in tour is one of the ethic of their professionalism.