In the last few years, Dubai has established itself as the ultimate tourist destination with multiple must-visit attractions and experiences. From skydiving to shopping in Global Village, or skiing to visiting Burj Khalifa, the world is your oyster in Dubai. One can get their entire fill of adrenaline, tradition, art, culture, and heritage here. 

Why go on a Desert Safari?

The desert safari is one of the most popular activities in Dubai. And it's no wonder why - what could be more exciting than spending a day in the desert, surrounded by nothing but sand and sun?

Get the perfect combination of adventure-filled rides in a 4x4 vehicle, a glimpse into the ancient nomadic Bedouin culture, traditionally-prepared Emirati meals, wildlife spotting, and much more - all in one safari ticket! Let’s take a look at the best Dubai Desert Safari tickets, tour highlights, and everything else you’ll need for a perfect trip along the vast sand dunes of the Arabian desert.

Dubai Desert Safari Tickets Options Explained

Whether you are an early riser or a night owl, our Dubai Desert Safari tickets cater to every traveler's requirements. Based on your preferences, you can choose to book either a Dubai morning desert safari or a Dubai evening desert safari. If you’d like to club a few experiences together and make the most of your Dubai visit, you can opt for a combo tour.

Morning Safari

Evening Safari

Overnight Safari

Combo Tours

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city with a morning desert safari in Dubai. Indulge in a variety of desert activities like dune bashing and camel riding. You can also sign up for additional adventure activities. According to the experience chosen, you can also end your morning Dubai desert safari with a delicious breakfast and sample some traditional delicacies. All morning safaris include hotel pick-up and drop-off as well.

Why go on a Morning Safari?

You will experience smaller crowds and will get to enjoy the beautiful glow of the sun over the majestic dunes during the daytime.

The Dubai Desert Safari is a must-do activity when in the city and there's no shortage of options when it comes to timing and schedule. Whether you want to experience the desert in the morning, evening or even overnight, there's a safari that's perfect for you.

Each safari offers a different kind of experience, as the desert ambiance differs according to the time of day.

Morning Safari

Evening Safari

Overnight Safari

Pick Up: 5:30 am - 6.30 am

Drop Off: 11 am - 12 noon

These are ideal for early-risers who want to avoid the heat of the day. Your pick-up time will be from 5:30am - 6:30am letting you experience the cool Arabian sands early morning.

You'll get to experience the desert as the sun rises, and see all the animals and plants that come to life in the morning. Once your safari is over, you'll be back to your place of accommodation by 11am - 12 noon.

What to Expect on a Desert Safari in Dubai?

Pick-Up

On your booked ticket, you'll receive information about your tour timings, pick-up location, and other essential details. You'll be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle and taken towards the desert. Your pick-up point would either be your accommodation in Dubai or a location nearest to your accommodation.

Your Experience

Adventure Activities: Once you enter the desert, you'll be taken to an activity area where you'll set out to bash dunes, quad bike, ride a dune buggy, or sandboard as per the experience chosen. Once you've had your share of kicks and thrills and wandered around the vast landscape of the desert, you'll head to the desert camp.

Relaxing in the Desert Camp: This is you chance to put your feet up and luxuriate in the Arabian desert away from the city. Try various Arab activities like henna painting, watch how Arabic coffee and bread is made, and sample some aromatic shisha. With tall sand dunes surrounding your camp, this will be your own little oasis!

Entertainment Shows: As your safari progresses, you'll enjoy some marvelous cultural shows during the evening. Whether it's the colourful, intricate skirts of the the Tanoura dancers, or the hypnotic music during the belly dancing show, you're sure to be awed. Also, watch a stunning fire show in your camp.

Meals in the Desert: All evening safaris end on a delicious note with a scrumptious BBQ dinner with veg and non veg delicacies. A few of the morning safaris include a traditional breakfast before the drop-off.

Drop-Off

After your fun-filled safari, you'll be dropped back to your pick-up location in an air-conditioned vehicle.

When you book a Dubai desert safari, there are a number of different activities that you can do. Here are some of the most popular ones.

Adventure Activities

Desert Camp Activities

Other Activities

- Dune Bashing: One of the most popular desert activities where you can experience the thrill of driving through the desert sand dunes.

- Quad Biking: Hop on a four-wheeled bike and zip around the sand dunes!

- Dune Buggy Ride: This is the perfect way to explore the desert and get a taste of the true Arabian adventure. These buggies can reach speeds of up to 70km/h, so hold on tight and prepare for an unforgettable experience.

- Sandboarding: Stand on a board and slide down the sand dunes during this thrilling experience.

- Camel Riding: Take a leisurely ride on the 'ship of the desert'.