A Plain-English Guide to Dubai Desert Safari Packages
Choosing a desert trip shouldn't feel like click here homework. But with so many Dubai desert safari packages to choose from, it's easy to feel lost. Do you need VIP? What's the point of a Hummer? Is a quad bike worth adding? This guide answers all of that in plain English.
At Dubai Safari Desert, we run trips all year round, from short sunrise trips to overnight stays. Here's how each package compares, so you can pick the right one in a few minutes.
How to Choose in Three Steps
Before you look at prices, think about three things:
• Do you have a morning, an evening or a full night free?
• Would you rather drive yourself or be driven?
• Is comfort important, or are you happy with the standard camp?
Once you know the answers, the right package is usually obvious.
The Evening Packages
The evening is the most popular time to go. You see the dunes in the golden light, watch the sunset and finish with dinner and shows under the stars. Every evening trip runs from roughly 2 PM to 9 PM.
Our Classic Evening Trip at AED 80
This is our best-value trip. The evening Dubai safari comes with 4x4 pickup, dune bashing, a camel ride, a buffet dinner and four live shows. For a classic first desert trip, start here.
The AED 100 Evening Trip
For a little more, you get a few extras, like sandboarding and henna, along with a BBQ dinner and pickup in an air-conditioned car.
VIP Dubai Safari, AED 120
Prefer a little more comfort? Our VIP Dubai safari includes VIP seating, a BBQ buffet and four live shows. The extra cost is small, and the evening feels calmer.
Premium Desert Safari Dubai, AED 230
For the most comfort, choose our premium desert safari Dubai package. You get premium service throughout the evening, and a quad bike can be added on top.
For Thrill Seekers
Some people want to do more than sit in the back of a car. These packages are for them.
Quad Bike Safari at AED 160
You get the full evening trip plus your own quad bike ride on the dunes. Timing is the same, about 2 PM to 9 PM, and groups of friends love it.
Buggy and Quad Bike Safari, AED 200
Why choose between a buggy and a quad? Try both. Our buggy and quad bike safari comes with helmets and safety gear, and the timing is flexible.
Hummer Dubai Safari, AED 140
A Hummer gives the dunes a whole new feel. Our Hummer Dubai safari runs from about 2 PM to 9 PM, with the usual camp, dinner and shows at the end.
Morning and Overnight Packages
Sunrise Desert Safari Dubai, AED 140
Early risers will love the sunrise desert safari Dubai trip. It goes from around 8 AM to 11 AM, with photo stops on the dunes and water and soft drinks included. You're back by lunchtime, so the rest of the day is yours.
Overnight Dubai Safari, AED 260
If you really want to feel the desert, stay overnight. The overnight Dubai safari starts at about 2 PM and ends at 9 AM the next day. It includes the evening programme, camping, stargazing and breakfast.
Drive Yourself for AED 40
If you have your own 4x4, the self drive safari costs only AED 40 per person. You meet us at our parking area at about 3 PM, and the evening ends around 9 PM. It's the cheapest way to enjoy the camp, the dinner and the shows.
Quick Price List
Here's our desert safari packages price list in one place, per person:
• Self drive trip: AED 40
• Classic evening trip: AED 80
• Evening Desert Safari: AED 100
• VIP evening trip: AED 120
• Hummer Dubai Safari: AED 140
• Sunrise Safari: AED 140
• Safari with Quad Bike: AED 160
• Buggy and quad combo: AED 200
• Premium trip: AED 230
• Overnight trip: AED 260
What's Included in Every Dubai Desert Safari
No matter which trip you choose, some things never change. Our camps follow a traditional Bedouin style, with low seating, soft lights and plenty of space. There are always veg and non-veg dishes at dinner. Pickup and drop-off are confirmed 24 hours before your trip, so you know exactly when to be ready.
We also run trips from Abu Dhabi for AED 140, plus city tours of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Hatta, if you want to explore more of the country.
An Evening in the Desert, Step by Step
Your driver picks you up in the early afternoon. Once the city is behind you, the road turns to sand. The driver lets some air out of the tyres, and then the dune bashing starts. The 4x4 climbs each dune, tips over the top and slides down the other side. It's bumpy, but it's a lot of fun.
Next, you stop on a high dune to watch the sunset. Then you drive to the camp for a camel ride, dinner and the shows. At around 9 PM, it's time for the drive back to your hotel.
Is Dune Bashing Safe?
Our drivers do this every day and know the dunes well. You wear a seatbelt the whole time. If you feel car sick easily, eat light and sit in the front. Pregnant guests, people with back problems and parents with babies should tell us when they book, and we'll suggest the best package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why pick the Hummer?
Yes, if you want something that feels different from a regular 4x4. The Hummer is bigger and feels more powerful on the dunes, and the photos look great.
What's the best trip for a family?
The Evening Dubai Safari at AED 80 or the VIP trip at AED 120 work well for families. Children enjoy the camel ride and the shows.
Is hotel pickup part of the price?
Yes, all our guided trips include pickup and drop-off. Only the self drive option needs you to make your own way.
Is there a dress code?
Wear something light and loose, with comfortable shoes. In winter, a light jacket is a good idea for the evening.
Can I book for a big group?
Yes, just tell us how many people are coming and we'll plan the cars.
How to Book
Have you picked from our Dubai desert safari packages yet? WhatsApp us on +971 50 991 2456, or call +971 56 127 7925. You can also book online at dubaisafaridesert.com or email [email protected]. We'll lock in your seats and confirm your pickup time.
