Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 85 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast worth booking?
Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast is a 4-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $117 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 85 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (85)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $117 per person
1. Experience the best of the desert during beautiful morning hours 2. Enjoy comfortable pick-up and drop-off at your hotel 3. Embark on a thrilling dune drive and spot local wildlife in the exclusive Dubai Desert Conser
What you get
- Desert dune drive in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
- Short camel ride
- Sandboarding (weather permitting)
- Photo stops at points of interest
- Carbonated beverages
- Snack Box / Breakfast
About this experience
1. Experience the best of the desert during beautiful morning hours 2. Enjoy comfortable pick-up and drop-off at your hotel 3. Embark on a thrilling dune drive and spot local wildlife in the exclusive Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve 4. Take a short camel ride 5. Try sandboarding down the dunes (weather permitting) 6. Enjoy light snacks and refreshments in a picturesque setting in the heart of the desert
What's included
Included
- Desert dune drive in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
- Short camel ride
- Sandboarding (weather permitting)
- Photo stops at points of interest
- Carbonated beverages
- Snack Box / Breakfast
- Hotel transfers in a shared car by a certified safari guide
Not included
- Shisha
- Entertainment
What you'll see and do
Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pick-up in a modern and spacious 4WD, ensuring a smooth and stress-free start. Feel the thrill as you tackle towering dunes, navigating the stunning Dubai desert landscape. Embark on an exciting camel ride, immersing yourself in the beauty and traditions of the desert. Amp up the excitement with sandboarding, gliding down the golden dunes in an exhilarating adventure that blends the thrill of snowboarding with the desert’s charm. Take a moment to relax and enjoy light snacks and refreshing beverages in a picturesque desert setting, surrounded by breathtaking views.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 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 20 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Arabian Adventures
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A portion of your fee supports local conservation
- Our safari vehicles are long wheelbase off-road cars that are fitted with seat belts, roll cages and air-conditioning and are licensed to carry up to six passengers, excluding the driver. By law, all passengers must wear seat belts while the vehicle is in motion.
- There are special considerations for children travelling in our off-road vehicles. Guests under 2 years of age will not be allowed to participate in any activity involving a physical dune drive or other off-road safaris.
- For the safety of our younger passengers in the off-road vehicles special seating is required and must be requested and booked in advance, as below:
- Booster Cushion (above 5 years and/or under 135cms) - Sharing vehicle
- Our vehicles are equipped with telephones to provide a constant link with other vehicles party as well as with the safari base. Our safari guides are trained in first aid and carry first aid kits. Guides carry mobile phones and radios and vehicles are fitted with GPS.
- Seating is not pre-allocated. During safaris, seating for passengers within one 4x4 vehicle will be rotated.
- We recommend that all passengers read our Safety Card which is available with the driver/guide in the vehicle before proceeding on our tours.
- Our tours are conducted in more than one language and are usually multilingual, however our safaris are conducted in English only .
- Our safaris involve off-road driving through rugged country - which adds to the excitement of the tour. However because of the adventurous nature and the rough terrain covered, you should not participate if your health or any pre-existing medical conditions (including heart ailments neck or back problems) may be adversely affected.
- Child under 2 years of age cannot go on the off-road dune drive. For the safety of our younger passengers in the vehicles special seating is required and must be requested and booked in advance.
- Arabian Adventures supports the zero plastic initiative and single-use plastic is not used at our main campsite. Instead glasses and water dispensers are available at the bar.
- Closed shoes are recommended.
- Several Hotels in the UAE have the same or similar names. To ensure seamless service, please contact us maximum by 7pm the previous day of the visit date to confirm your pick-up location and time
- If pick up location is not shared in time, we might not be able to provide the service and refunds or reschedules will not be accepted.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 85 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
85 verified traveler reviews for Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A great way to see more than the city of Dubai
We have just returned from a very informative tour of the Dubai Desrt. Our guide Hycard was brilliant- very informative. Helpful to make the tour the experience we wanted. Loved the sand boarding and the camel ride was great. Plenty of wildlife to be seen. A very memorable day. Thank you Hycard.
Response from the operator: Hi Gilly M, Thank you for the kind feedback you have shared about your Evening Desert Safari experience. We will pass on your wonderful comments to our adventure expert Hycent who looked after you throughout the evening. For your next experience, why not plan an early start and enjoy breakfast in the desert on a Morning Desert Adventure? Whether it’s in the morning, evening or overnight, we’re here to help you make the most of your time with us. We hope to see you again soon! Best regards, Arabian Adventures
via Tripadvisor
Dune Buggies and Evening Safari
Great day and memorable trip, we were collected from our hotel and had the use of the same private vehicle for the whole trip. Our driver was lovely and excellent on the 4x4 experience over the dunes too. We did the dune buggies first, where you self-drive following a lead; we then moved onto the evening safari where we joined a large group of cars from the same company to travel across the dunes and attend the evening bbq and events.
Response from the operator: Hi George, Thank you for your wonderful feedback on the Desert Dune Buggies and Evening Safari Combo. It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the experience. We are proud of our team and our adventure experts will be so pleased to read your kind review. For our reader's interest, the Desert Dune Buggies and Evening Safari Combo is the best way to experience the desert in all its glory followed by an evening of traditional hospitality. A portion of your fee from this experience supports local conservation projects too. Contact us for more details. We look forward to welcoming you on a tour or a safari again. Best regards Customer Service Team
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience!
Vahe at Hilton the Walk recommended this and was super helpful organising the trip. The trip was amazing great for children and amazing atmosphere and food!
via Tripadvisor
Very fun tour
Arabian Adventures is a guarantee. This was our third tour with them and it didn't disappoint. It was a fascinating tour in the desert with so many fun activities for the whole family. The guide was great, as were the facilities and the food. Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Hello 354gabrielc, Many thanks for your kind comments. We certainly are delighted that the services we provided met with your expectations and appreciate you taking the time to write to us. Our adventure expert will be pleased to read your review. We look forward to welcoming you once again in the near future. Best regards, Customer Service Team
via Tripadvisor
Desert dunes experience
A lovely morning with Sajid touring the desert conservation area. Good to visit the amazing new museum and see the conservation work being done. Camel riding and interesting conversations in the car were a bonus 😊
Response from the operator: Hi Dreamer56548152350, Thank you for your wonderful feedback, it is most appreciated, and we will be sure to pass this on to the team. Our adventure expert Sajid will be pleased to read your review. We look forward to welcoming you back to Dubai and the United Arab Emirates on your next visit. Best regards Customer Service Team
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $117 to $131
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 30
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast cost?
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Prices start at $117 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 Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 85 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 Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast?
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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 Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast?
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Around 30 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Breakfast 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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