Does Dubai's Desert Safari Pay Off?

The Desert Safari tour, which is offered by literally hundreds of travel operators, is a hugely popular day trip from Dubai. The duration, activities, timing, and location of the tours can vary. Before deciding whether or not to go on a desert safari, keep the following factors in mind:

• What time of day is it? Evening Private Desert Safari is often include meals as well as a dance performance.
• What types of activities pique your interest? Camel rides, sandboarding, ATV rides, and Dune Buggy rides are popular tour add-ons.
• Overnight or day trips are available for an additional fee, and some trips allow you to camp outside.
• I've done both the morning and evening tours. When I was younger, I took the nighttime tour, which included all of the extras that are frequently available for a fee: ATV riding, sandboarding, a BBQ meal, and an Arabian dance display.
• More recently, on a hot summer day, I went on a morning trip that consisted of only a dune buggy, a camel ride, and walking outside to see the desert (these are usually included in any tour to the desert).

Choosing a Dubai Private Desert Safari trip provider can be difficult, so we have hand-picked and quality-tested a few of your favorites just for you.

This 5-Star Rated Desert Safari Tour includes a camel ride, camel feeding, a 1-hour Quad Biking ride, unlimited mineral water, and soft beverages, a traditional Arabian dance performance, sandboarding, a visit to a desert camp, henna painting, a barbecue buffet, and more. There is no better way to enjoy a desert safari than on this one—it is the best!

• The majority of the elements from the previous tour are included in the half-day desert safari, though no meal is included.
• The 5-star-rated 7-Hour Desert Safari tour does not include the usual Quad Biking and Dune Buggy, but it does include dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride, a buffet meal, henna art, the dance show, drinks, and snacks.
• You can't go wrong with any of these trips because they are all 5-star rated and among the best-performing activities on the website.

Camel rides are typically very short. After you board, the camel will ride for 15 to 20 minutes. It's not a mind-blowing experience, but the brief ride is a lot of fun and adds a nice touch to the tour.

I went ATV riding on my first tour and had a great time. The thrill of driving up and down such steep dunes in an open-air vehicle was what made the Private Desert Safari excursion completely worthwhile.

The cost of an ATV ride varies, and if you choose a less expensive tour, the ATV Ride add-on ends up being more expensive than if you choose a tour that includes ATV riding. If you want to go ATV riding, I recommend going on a reputable tour that includes it in the itinerary without charging an extra fee.

Most desert excursions include free "dune bashing," which consists of your driver driving a closed 4WD vehicle up and down the dunes.

• Riding an ATV is similar, but less exciting because you're not out in the open.
• Nonetheless, it was a lot of fun and a fantastic way to experience the true grandeur of the desert.
• Don't forget to take motion sickness medication if you're prone to feeling queasy during this type of event!
• Fortunately, Ralph had some motion sickness medicine on hand before embarking on the Dune Buggy ride, as he was experiencing fairly severe motion sickness.

The majority of desert safari itineraries include complimentary sandboarding. The tour guide will usually take you to the top of the sandhill and provide you with boards to slide down on. It was a lot of fun, but because you have to climb the hill to do it all over again, I got tired quickly.

Sandboarding was fantastic and a popular part of the program.

If you enjoy traditional dance performances, you won't want to miss the dance show on a desert safari excursion.

• The performances frequently include ostentatious costumes, exotic music, and breathtaking dancing.
• Most will include some form of fire dance or breathing at some point.
• You might want to skip this if you'd rather spend your time in the desert than watch a show.
• The meal is usually an Arabian barbecue that you can eat while watching the show.
• The quality of the supper varies from tour to tour, but it is usually good.

Your tour guide may occasionally take you to a store where employees will dress you in local attire before asking you to buy it. If you're not interested in this type of thing, simply inform them politely that you're not interested in purchasing the clothing, even if the traditional attire is a cool touch and would look great in photographs.

Despite some of the cheesy and touristic aspects of the desert safari tour, both of my desert excursions were enjoyable. They were my favorite part of the trip both times I visited Dubai!

For an all-inclusive vacation, we recommend Dubai's Desert Leap Safari trips. In addition to offering a full Dubai Desert Safari tour experience that includes sand surfing, a 4x4 dune ride, belly dancing, a camel ride BBQ feast, and more, the company offers 5-star service and allows you to choose from a variety of options that will suit your needs. Some of these adventures include a Hot Air Balloon Tour, a Hummer Desert Safari, and an overnight Desert Safari.

Yes, the Desert Safari Dubai is still worthwhile in general. However, I would recommend doing your research and finding a reputable trip that includes every activity you're interested in. You can also scroll up to select a tour from the list of activities we've hand-picked for you.

Dubai epitomizes the glittering metropolis, with its impossible-to-reach towers, extravagant hotels, record-breaking stores, and designer apparel. The Desert Safari Dubai offers a more naturalistic experience than the majority of other Dubai attractions.

Which desert safari in Dubai should you take?

Dubai Premium Red Dunes, Camel Safari, and BBQ at Al Khayma is the best tour overall. This comprehensive tour, which has received rave reviews, provides a fantastic experience with friendly guides to make the most of your time in the desert.

What is the best Dubai desert activity?

This Desert is popular among the locals and is only a short distance from the city. It is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful dunes and stunning scenery, and it is part of the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. It is also one of the best places in the Emirate to watch animals.

What makes a desert safari in Dubai unique?

An exciting night in Dubai's desert promises bumpy camel rides, wildlife viewing, a dance show with barbeque, sandboarding, and the pleasure of dressing up in traditional attire. The rich experiences and exciting activities throughout the day make a desert safari in Dubai an experience to remember.

Contact Dubai Travel Tourism for more information.