A Plain-English Guide to Dubai Desert Safari Packages
A Plain-English Guide to Dubai Desert Safari Packages
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Picking a safari should be the easy part of your trip. But when you see ten different Dubai desert safari packages on one page, it's easy to get stuck. 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 morning rides to full nights in the desert. Here's how our packages compare, 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:
• How much time do you have: a morning, an evening or a whole night?
• 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.
Evening Trips: Our Most Popular Choice
The evening is the most popular time to go. You get golden light on the dunes, a sunset stop and dinner with shows after dark. Every evening trip runs from roughly 2 PM to 9 PM.
Our Classic Evening Trip at AED 80
This is the trip that gives you the most for the money. The evening Dubai safari includes 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, such as sandboarding and henna, along with a BBQ dinner and pickup in an air-conditioned car.
The VIP Trip at AED 120
Prefer a little more comfort? The VIP Dubai safari gives you VIP seating, a BBQ buffet and four shows. It's a small step up in price, but the evening feels more relaxed.
Premium Desert Safari Dubai, AED 230
For the most comfort, choose here 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 trips are made for them.
Safari With Quad Bike, AED 160
It's the full evening safari with a quad bike ride added. It runs from about 2 PM to 9 PM, and it's one of our most-booked trips for groups of friends.
Buggy and Quad Bike Safari, AED 200
Can't decide between a buggy and a quad? Do both. Our buggy and quad bike safari comes with helmets and safety gear, and the timing is flexible.
The Hummer Trip at AED 140
Riding over the dunes in a Hummer feels very different from a normal 4x4. The Hummer Dubai safari runs from about 2 PM to 9 PM, with the usual camp, dinner and shows at the end.
Sunrise and Overnight Trips
Sunrise Desert Safari Dubai, AED 140
Early risers will love the sunrise desert safari Dubai trip. It runs from about 8 AM to 11 AM, with stops at the best photo points, plus water and soft drinks. 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. You get the evening programme, a night in the camp, stargazing and breakfast.
Drive Yourself for AED 40
Got your own 4x4? The self drive safari is just AED 40 per person. You meet us at our parking area at about 3 PM, and you're done by 9 PM. It's the lowest-cost way to enjoy the camp, dinner and shows.
Desert Safari Packages Price at a Glance
Here's our desert safari packages price list in one place, per person:
• Self drive trip: AED 40
• Evening Dubai Safari: AED 80
• Evening Desert Safari: AED 100
• VIP Dubai Safari: AED 120
• Hummer trip: AED 140
• Sunrise trip: AED 140
• Safari with Quad Bike: AED 160
• Buggy and Quad Bike Safari: 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 are built in a traditional Bedouin style, with low seats, warm lighting and lots of room. There are always veg and non-veg dishes at dinner. Pickup and drop-off are confirmed 24 hours before your trip, so you're never left waiting and wondering.
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.
What a Typical Evening Looks Like
Your driver picks you up in the early afternoon. After a while, the buildings disappear and the dunes begin. The driver lowers the tyre pressure, and the dune bashing begins. 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.
After that, there's a sunset stop on top of a big dune. 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.
What If I Get Car Sick?
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. If you're pregnant, have a bad back or have a baby with you, tell us when booking, and we'll help you pick the right trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hummer trip worth it?
Yes, if you want something that feels different from a regular 4x4. The Hummer is big and powerful, and the ride feels very different, and it makes for great photos.
Which package is best for families?
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.
What should I wear?
Light, loose clothes and comfortable shoes are best. In winter, a light jacket is a good idea for the evening.
Can I book for a big group?
Yes. Send us your group size and we'll arrange the right number of cars.
Book Your Dubai Desert Safari
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 email [email protected] or book at dubaisafaridesert.com. We'll confirm your seats and send your pickup time.
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