Dubai: Desert Safari, ATV Biking, Camel Riding, and Al Khayma Camp
Highlights
- Enjoy a breathtaking sand dune excursion in the Red Sands.
- Try sandboarding and glide down the sand dunes
- See the magnificent desert scenery on a camel caravan trip
- Conquer the sand dunes with optional quad bike riding
- Witness the always captivating desert sunset
About this activity
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English
In addition to hotels and apartments in Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman, pick-up is available from the Dubai Cruise Terminal (Port Rashid and Dubai Harbour). Meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel 45 minutes before your scheduled booking time, depending on your location.
Overview
Explore the desert landscapes of Dubai on this desert safari and enjoy desert sports such as dune jumping and sandboarding. Add to the excitement with optional ATV and camel rides, and enjoy an optional barbecue.
Premium Red Dune Desert Safari Dubai: Adventure & Culture
Experience the magic of the Arabian desert with our top-rated Red Sand Dune Desert Safari. This guided excursion offers the perfect blend of high-octane adventure and authentic Emirati culture. From the adrenaline rush of dune bashing to the tranquility of a desert sunset, discover why this is a must-do activity in Dubai.
Tour Highlights
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Thrilling Dune Bashing: Navigate the iconic high red dunes in a professional 4×4 vehicle.
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Sandboarding: Glide down the golden slopes for an unforgettable adrenaline kick.
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Camel Trekking: Experience the “Ship of the Desert” with a traditional camel ride.
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Cultural Immersion: Get up close with majestic falcons and enjoy henna painting.
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Al Khayma Camp Experience: Upgrade to our 7-hour tour for a VIP BBQ dinner and live entertainment.
What to Expect
Your journey begins with a luxury pickup from your Dubai hotel in a climate-controlled 4×4. As we head toward the heart of the desert, we take a brief break to prep the vehicles—offering you a chance to try optional quad biking (ATV) or capture your first photos with local falcons.
The adventure intensifies with a heart-pounding dune bashing session led by our expert drivers. Once we reach the highest peaks, grab a sandboard and slide down the dunes for the ultimate desert photo op.
For guests choosing the Extended Evening Safari, the magic continues at the award-winning Al Khayma Camp. You’ll be welcomed with traditional Arabic coffee (Gahwa) and dates, followed by a night of Tanoura dancing, fire shows, and a lavish BBQ buffet dinner under the stars.
Our tour is not suitable for children under 3 years old, pregnant women, people with back problems, people with heart problems, and wheelchair users.
Things you need to know before the event
Bring Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, and a sun hat with you.
Sunscreen and clothing suitable for the weather conditions are recommended.
Large luggage or bags are not suitable for the tour.
Things You Should Know Before the Tour
Quad riding is an activity at your own risk and is not covered by the activity provider’s insurance. The driver and passenger are solely responsible for any accidents or damages resulting from the activity. It is recommended to have international travel insurance.
Camel riding: Children under 12 cannot ride alone; they must be accompanied by an adult.
Quad Bike: Children under 16 cannot ride alone and must be accompanied.
Quad riding is optional and not automatically included in the program.
Eat 2-3 hours before the trip to avoid discomfort during the dune excursion.
Guests arriving from Sharjah are picked up first and dropped off last in the shared transfer.
It is recommended that people with back problems, disabilities, or those aged 60 and over do not ride camels.
During Ramadan, you can only watch fire shows at our desert camps.
The maximum weight limit for guests participating in horseback riding is 90 kg.
Itinerary
3 pickup location options
Dubai Ajman Sharjah
Jeep / SUV
45 minutesRed Sand Dunes Desert Safari in Dubai
Photo stop, Sand surfing, Dune bashing, Welcome drinks
Al Khayma Desert Camp
Photo stop, Coffee, Camel riding, Local snacks
Al Khayma Desert Camp
Camping activities, barbecue, traditional dance performance.
Jeep / SUV
45 minutes3 drop points
Ajman Sharjah Dubai
Price Includes
Hotel or drop-off service from your chosen location
Public transportation with air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
English-speaking licensed driver
Unlimited water and non-alcoholic beverages
30-45 minute sand dune tour
Quad driving (if option selected)
Sand surfing
Short camel ride (repeatable)
Date tea/coffee and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages
Camel feeding (if 7-hour tour selected)
Visit to Al Khayma Desert Camp (if 7-hour tour selected)
Welcome Gahwa (coffee) and Gaymat (sweets) at the camp (if 7-hour tour selected)
Falconry experience (if 7-hour tour selected)
Hookah smoking (if 7-hour tour selected)
Henna painting (if 7-hour tour selected)
Arabian Horse Show (if 7-hour tour selected)
Traditional Yola dance and Falconry show (if 7-hour tour selected)
Mega Fire show (if 7-hour tour selected and only) (in the evening)
Photo break at sunset (if the 7-hour tour is selected)
Barbecue dinner including vegetarian and meat dishes (if the 7-hour tour is selected)
Price Excludes
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)
