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Dubai Desert Safari

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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

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Overview

What's Included

Pick-up & Drop-off
Dune Bashing(Desert safari)
Sandboarding
Short Camel Ride
water, tea, coffee & soft beverages
Henna Tattoo (small design for ladies and kids)
Shisha Smoking in the common area
BBQ Buffet Dinner
Live Entertainment Shows: Belly Dance Performance, Tanoura Dance, Fire Show

Quad Biking
Alcohal

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Experience one of Dubai’s most unforgettable adventures with us. Escape the city and explore the breathtaking Arabian Desert on an exciting evening desert safari filled with adventure, culture, and delicious food. Feel the thrill of red dune bashing in a comfortable 4x4 driven by licensed and experienced safari drivers. Stop at a stunning sunset viewpoint to capture incredible desert photos before enjoying exciting activities like camel riding and sandboarding. Arrive at our traditional Bedouin-style desert camp where you can relax with Arabic hospitality, enjoy complimentary refreshments, try henna painting, and watch spectacular live entertainment, including the Tanoura Dance, Fire Show, and Belly Dance (subject to local regulations). End your evening with a freshly prepared international BBQ buffet dinner featuring vegetarian and non-vegetarian options before returning comfortably to your hotel. Pickup & Drop-off: Available from Dubai, and Sharjah in a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser or similar SUV. Timing: Pickup typically starts between 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM (exact time will be confirmed after booking based on your location). Hotel/Home Pickup: We offer doorstep service from hotels, apartments, or selected landmarks. Group Sharing or Private Options: Both available – let us know your preference during booking. Important Note: Please be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Our driver will contact you via WhatsApp or call before arrival. Why Choose us? ✔ Professional licensed safari drivers ✔ Comfortable 4x4 hotel pickup & drop-off ✔ Thrilling red dune bashing ✔ Camel ride included ✔ Sandboarding included ✔ Beautiful desert sunset photo stop ✔ Unlimited soft drinks & mineral water ✔ Delicious BBQ buffet dinner ✔ Live entertainment shows ✔ Henna painting ✔ Friendly customer support ✔ Excellent value for money Perfect For • Families • Couples • Solo Travelers • Friends & Groups • First-Time Visitors to Dubai • Adventure Lovers Whether you’re looking for adventure, cultural experiences, or unforgettable desert scenery, this safari offers the perfect combination of excitement, relaxation, and authentic Arabian hospitality. Book now and create unforgettable memories in the magnificent Dubai Desert!

Start time
.2:00 pm

Itinerary

Dubai

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lahbab

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Awir

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Awir

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Awir

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Al Awir

3 hours • 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
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
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

Amina_F

We had an amazing desert safari experience with Hamza! From pickup to drop-off, everything was perfectly organized and very professional. He was extremely friendly, polite, and made sure we were comfortable throughout the trip. The dune bashing was thrilling and safe, and he explained all the activities clearly. Hamza went above and beyond to make our experience memorable, even helping us with photos and guiding us at the camp. Highly recommended! If you’re booking a desert safari, make sure to ask for Hamza you won’t be disappointed. 😊

Reviews

4.9

based on 50 reviews

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Awesome Desert Safari

Adeyinka_S, Aug 2026

Ali was very helpful with being a great and attentive guide tour. Very awesome driver on the Safari.. The experience was overall very great. Would definitely recommend this company and Ali my tour guide.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon

Thrilling desert safari

Amina_F, Feb 2026

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon

A day to remember in the desert

ross_m, Feb 2026

Our guide Muhammed Umair was great - contacted me first thing to confirm pick up etc and arrived on time also giving great Comms that he was on his way, his choice of music didn't match mine 🤣 however he did offer that I can listen to ANYTHING!.. Overall a great experience only thing I will say is expect to be hounded to buy all in sundry of stuff and be ready to pay for quad biking otherwise your sat around in the desert for over an hour. We upgraded to the Premium Package at the camp and I would 100% recommend factoring this into your budget - at around £10 GBP per person it really is a no brainer.... We absolutely loved the Dune bashing a cracking experience - thanks to Mohammad Umair for making this such a great day and getting us back safely!.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon

The worst tour I’ve ever have

Stephanie_C, Feb 2026

The tour guide picked us up from the hotel, did not introduce himself and did not tell us anything about what we were going to do that day. We asked him what is next, he responded in few words which most of the time is not very clear unsure if this is the language barrier. Since there were no intro we did not have any clue on what to expect, we did not want to do the quad ride so we skipped and just waited for the other people who also were in the same car with us. Then the guide started to tell us to go and meet him at a meeting point then just changed the meeting point again and again when we got up the hill. After waited for about 2hrs we drove to the campground, it was late and we did not get to take the sunset pics and since it’s getting dark we didn’t want to do the dune dashing as well concerning about the safety issues. Then we got to the camp ground just to find out that there are two different kinds of seating, the VIP and regular. We had to decide if we want to go with the VIP seating which we had to pay extra 50aed per person so that we can get the food right away. If not we would have to wait for them to finish two shows before we can get our food.( didn’t know about this ahead of time). We did pay the extra 50 aed bc we were hungry. When finished the show and about to leave we just saw the camels that were just outside of the campground and no one ever told us about the camel part. We of course also did not get to ride the camel, as everyone is ready to leave and the car is waiting to take us home. The whole experience was a total loss for us. We didn’t get to do any of the activities that we were supposed to do in our tour except for the food which were also not great. Lack of communication and experience as a tour guide leading to a terrible experience where we paid the money and did not enjoy anything out of it, but just tired and sad since it was my first time going out to the desert. Very disappointed! I forgot the name of the tour guide who everyone should avoid going with him.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. This is certainly not the level of service we aim to provide. Regarding the quad bike waiting time, sometimes delays happen due to operational flow and safety coordination with other guests. However, we sincerely apologize if the communication about the meeting point and timing was not clear enough. Concerning VIP seating, this is an optional upgrade offered at the camp, and regular seating with full dinner service is always included in the package. We regret if this was not properly explained in advance. Camel riding and other activities are available inside the camp area, and our guides usually inform all guests. We are very sorry if there was any miscommunication on that day which caused you to miss this activity. Your feedback about communication and timing is very important to us, and we will review this internally to improve our coordination and guest briefing process. We genuinely regret that this was your first desert experience and that it did not turn out as expected. We truly value your feedback and hope you will consider giving us another opportunity in the future to provide you with a much better experience.

Very good trip

Serkan_E, Oct 2025

Amazing experience. Excellent driver. Everyone enjoyed every minute of it. It was above our expectations.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon!

Great experience with an amazing host!

Chukwuka_O, Sep 2025

Sajjad was an amazing host for the desert safari excursion. He was very good with communication throughout every aspect of the tour. He was clear with pick-up instructions, explained what to expect and checked-in on us frequently to make sure we were enjoying things. His dune bashing skills were exceptional and he even helped us take some amazing pictures in the desert! He helped us get great seats at the evening show and so we were up front when watching the belly dancers and fire performers. Overall a great experience. Highly recommend booking this tour with him!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon!

The BEST experience

Carmella_T, Sep 2025

I had the BEST time from start to finish, the experience was smooth and professional. Sajjad was super friendly and made sure we felt safe and comfortable. The ATVs were in great condition and riding through the dunes was such an adrenaline rush definitely a bucket list experience! He also gave us plenty of time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the desert views, which were absolutely stunning. Everything was well organized, and I could tell he really cared about making it a memorable adventure. If you’re visiting Dubai, I highly recommend Desert ATV for an unforgettable desert ride!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon!

Desert experience to remember

Eddie_C, Jul 2025

Farhan Our tour guide was a master of the desert and the best tour guide you could wish for. English was perfect and his driving skills excellent. He exceeded our expectations and made the experience memorable.