A Dubai desert safari is a popular adventure tour that involves exploring the desert and experiencing a range of activities, often including dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding, and a cultural dinner showIt’s a must-do for visitors to Dubai looking for an exciting and authentic experience. 

Activities:
  • Dune Bashing: A thrilling 4×4 ride across the sand dunes, often driven by experienced professionals. 
  • Camel Riding: A traditional way to explore the desert, allowing you to experience the sand dunes up close. 
  • Sandboarding: Sliding down the sand dunes on a board, providing an adrenaline rush and fun for all ages. 
  • Sunset Photography: Stopping to capture the beautiful sunset over the sand dunes. 
  • Henna Painting: Getting a traditional Arabic henna tattoo design. 
  • Cultural Dinner Show: Enjoying a delicious BBQ dinner with live entertainment, including belly dancing, Tanoura dance, and fire shows. 
  • Optional Activities: Depending on the tour package, you might also be able to try quad biking, dune buggy rides, and falconry demonstrations. 
Tour Options:
  • Evening Desert Safari:
    Typically starts in the afternoon, includes a sunset stop, and continues with dune bashing and other activities at a camp. 

  • Morning Desert Safari:
    Perfect for those who prefer to experience the desert during the cooler hours. 

  • Self-Drive Desert Safari:
    Some operators offer packages where you can drive your own 4×4 vehicle through the desert. 

  • Private and Luxury Desert Safaris:
    For a more exclusive and personalized experience, some operators offer private and VIP desert safari packages. 

Things to Note:
  • Dress Appropriately: Wear loose, breathable clothing, as the desert can get hot during the day. 
  • Consider Your Comfort: If you’re prone to motion sickness, dune bashing might be a little rough. 
  • Book in Advance: Popular desert safaris can get booked up quickly, so it’s best to book in advance. 
  • Choose Your Tour Package: Visit Dubai suggests various tour packages, from basic to premium, with different activities and inclusions. 
This video shows an overview of a desert safari in Dubai: