
Dubai Desert Safari Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 25 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dubai Desert Safari Tour worth booking?
Dubai Desert Safari Tour is a 6-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $90 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 25 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (25)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $90 per person
Experience the thrill of a desert safari in this 6-hour adventure, starting with exhilarating 4x4 dune bashing across the stunning red sands. Capture the perfect sunset in a photo opportunity, followed by sandboarding fo
What you get
- Carbonated beverages
- Dinner
- 2x fire show (One on stage and one on dune)
- Smoking shisha ( in smoking area)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
Experience the thrill of a desert safari in this 6-hour adventure, starting with exhilarating 4x4 dune bashing across the stunning red sands. Capture the perfect sunset in a photo opportunity, followed by sandboarding for a unique desert experience. Enjoy a short camel ride and dress up in traditional Arabic costumes for memorable photos. Savor a delicious BBQ dinner buffet, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, complemented by unlimited tea, coffee, soft drinks, and water. Relax in the smoking area with shisha, get a small henna tattoo, and be entertained by live performances including belly dancing, two fire shows, and a tanoura show. - Approx 6-hour desert safari with evening pickup and drop-off - Thrilling 4x4 dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel ride - BBQ dinner buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options - Live entertainment featuring belly dance and fire shows
What's included
Included
- Carbonated beverages
- Dinner
- 2x fire show (One on stage and one on dune)
- Smoking shisha ( in smoking area)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- Live entertainment show (Belly dance and tanoura show)
- Sandboarding
- Sunset Photo Opportunity
- Arabic costume for photo opportunity
- Red Sand Dune Bashing
- Small henna tattoo
- Camel ride
What you'll see and do
Dubai
Guest are collected from their agreed pick up point at agreed time
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The driver will then take the guest for a short drive towards the desert.
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For thrill-seekers, we’ll make a short stop where you can upgrade your desert experience with a high-adrenaline quad bike (ATV) or powerful dune buggy ride. Feel the rush as you carve across the golden dunes — available at an additional cost, payable on site.
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The guide will then get the car ready for the guest to go on a 30 minutes dune bashing safari as included in the package.
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As part of the package guest will be given an opportunity to do sandboarding and camel riding
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After these activities we will then make our way to camp where guest will be greeted with dates, Arabic coffee and Arabic sweets as a welcome. Guest will also have a BBQ dinner as included in their package (veg or non veg), unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee. The live entertainment will also include belly dancing shows, tanoura show and 2x fire shows. Guest will also be given the chance to get a small henna tattoo and try on an Arabic costume for a picture
120 minutes here
Dubai
Once the live entertainment has finished guest will then make their way back to the car to be dropped back to their agreed location.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Desert Ocean Tourism
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 25 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
25 verified traveler reviews for Dubai Desert Safari Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing tour and guide
amazing trip. Not rushed got to see and do loads Hassan the driver was really helpful and lovely he was amazing with kids and nothing was to much trouble. He even stopped so my daughter could take sunset pictures would definitely recommend booked with them.
via Viator
We experienced wonderful rides and desert safari.
We went on this safari with Mr. Hassan, he made our trip very comfortable and fun. We had a wonderful desert experience with amazing rides.
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous
Our tour guide, Hasan, was fantastic; he was witty,, kind, and engaging. He did an excellent job of educating my children about the history of the desert safari. The camel rides and ATV rides were terrific, and we especially liked the dinner and dancing. He offered to stop because my younger son was experiencing motion nausea and provided water. Very caring. We will definitely recommend his company.
via Viator
Excellent
I traveled solo with a 6 month old baby and was skeptical about the tour but they made my experience memorable with every attention to details and priotizing my comfort as well as my baby. Excellent tour and thanks to guide/driver.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome
Beautiful experience, we had an amazing day filled with so many activities and extra things you can do. 10/10 customer service, our driver Hassan was kind hospitable and considerate. Would most definitely recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $100
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dubai Desert Safari Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Dubai Desert Safari Tour cost?
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Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Dubai Desert Safari Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubai is not rushed.
Is Dubai Desert Safari Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 25 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Dubai Desert Safari Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Dubai Desert Safari Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Dubai Desert Safari Tour?
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Around 9 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubai and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dubai Desert Safari Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dubai?
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On Outty we rank every Dubai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp, Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Dune Buggy Safari Tour in Red Dunes Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dubai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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