Desert Safari Excursion Dubai: Which Trip Should You Pick?
Desert Safari Excursion Dubai: Which Trip Should You Pick?
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If you only have one free evening in Dubai, spend it in the desert. A desert safari excursion Dubai trip takes you out of the city, over the red dunes and into a desert camp for dinner. It's easy, it's good value and it works for almost every age.
But "desert safari" can mean a lot of different things. Some people want speed, others want photos, and some just want a quiet dinner and a camel ride. This guide goes through each desert safari excursion we offer, so you can pick the one that fits.
The Classic Evening Trip
Our main Desert Safari Excursion costs AED 80 per person. Pickup is from your hotel at around 2 PM in a 4x4, and drop-off is around 9 PM. In between, you get dune bashing, a camel ride, a BBQ dinner and live shows at the camp. The buffet has both veg and non-veg dishes, and ladies can have henna painted on their hands.
For a little more comfort, try the VIP Desert Safari at AED 130. You travel in a Land Cruiser, sit in the VIP area and watch four shows.
Meet the Falcons
Falconry has been part of life in the Emirates for a very long time, and seeing one up close is something most visitors never forget. Our desert safari with falcon show is AED 130 and takes six to seven hours. You get the full evening safari plus a falcon display and a BBQ dinner.
We also run Dubai evening dune bashing at AED 100, which includes a falcon display and a stop to watch the sunset. Pickup is around 3 PM, and you're back by 9 PM.
Quad Bikes and Buggies
Being driven is fun, but driving yourself is even better. Our Desert Safari with Quad Bike is AED 180, with a quad ride, a camel ride and a BBQ dinner.
If you want more power, try the dune buggy desert safari. For AED 150, you drive your own buggy on the dunes and then enjoy dinner at the camp. Both trips run from about 3 PM to 9 PM.
The Luxury Camp Option
Some guests care more about the evening than the adrenaline. Our luxury desert camp dinner trip costs AED 210. It comes with a gourmet BBQ, a Tanoura dancer and a fire show. It's a good choice for anniversaries, birthdays and anyone who'd rather skip the bumpy ride.
When the Sun Comes Up
The desert at dawn is a different world. The light is soft, the sand is cool and it's very quiet. Our sunrise desert photography tour runs from about 4:30 AM to 9 AM and costs AED 150. You stop at the best viewpoints for photos and enjoy a short camel ride.
For a view from the sky, book a hot air balloon Dubai flight. It costs AED 699 and lasts about 60 minutes at sunrise, with a falconry display too.
Other Desert Excursions from Dubai
We run other desert excursions from Dubai as well. The Hatta Mountain Tour is AED 99, and covers Hatta Dam and the mountain viewpoints. Plan for a full day of seven to nine hours.
Staying in the capital? The Abu Dhabi desert safari and cultural tour is AED 150 and picks you up from your Abu Dhabi hotel. You get a dune drive and henna as part of the trip.
What Happens on the Evening Excursion
Your driver collects you from your hotel in the afternoon. Once you leave the city behind, you reach the dunes, and the driver lowers the tyre pressure. That's when the dune bashing begins. The 4x4 climbs and slides over the dunes, and everyone ends up laughing.
After that, you stop on a high dune for sunset photos. At camp, there's time for a camel ride and henna. Dinner is a BBQ buffet with veg and non-veg dishes, followed by live shows. Then we drive you back to your hotel.
Is It Too Bumpy?
It looks a little crazy, but our drivers know these dunes very well. You stay belted in, and the cars are made for this kind of driving. If you get car sick, eat light beforehand and sit in the front. If you're pregnant, have back problems or are bringing a baby, tell us when you book, and we'll suggest a calmer option such as the luxury camp dinner.
When to Visit the Desert
October to April is the best time for a desert trip, when the evenings are cool and comfortable. Summer trips still run, and the evening ones are best because it cools down once the sun sets. For sunrise tours and balloon flights, the cooler months also give the clearest skies.
Quick Guide to Picking Your Trip
• First time in Dubai? Go for the standard evening trip
• Culture lovers: the safari with the falcon show
• Love speed? Choose the quad bike or buggy trip
• Here for the food? Book the luxury camp dinner
• Love taking photos? Try the sunrise tour or the balloon
What to Take With You
• Loose, light clothes
• Sunscreen and a pair of sunglasses
• Shoes you don't mind getting sandy
• A light jacket from December to February
• Your camera or a fully charged phone
Common Questions
Which trip is best for a first visit?
Start with the AED 80 evening Desert Safari Excursion. You get the dunes, a camel ride, dinner and shows in one trip.
Is the falcon show good for children?
Kids usually love it. The birds stay with their handlers, and you can watch from close by.
What if I need to cancel?
Yes. We offer free cancellation. Just let us know as early as you can.
Is there vegetarian food at dinner?
Yes. The buffet always has veg and non-veg choices.
Do you pick up from Abu Dhabi?
For the Abu Dhabi desert safari, yes, we pick up from Abu Dhabi hotels. Our other trips pick up from Dubai hotels.
Booking Made Easy
You get instant confirmation and free cancellation on every trip. Each day has a limited number of seats, so book early between October check here and April. Wear comfortable clothes, bring sunglasses and leave your best shoes at the hotel. Staying in Dubai for a week? Many guests do two trips, such as the evening safari one day and the Hatta tour another, and we're happy to help you plan them.
To book any desert safari excursion Dubai trip, send us a WhatsApp on +971 50 991 2456. Every tour is listed at desertsafariexcursion.com. Tell us your date and how many people are coming, and we'll take it from there.
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