Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 27 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding worth booking?
Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding is a 4-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $50 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 27 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (27)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Leaving early in the morning, a 4x4 jeep ride through the awakening city brings you to the desert where you start with a drive through the beautiful sand dunes. Stop for several photo-opportunities and refreshments. Try your hand at sand boarding on the powder soft dunes then take a few pictures at a camel farm. Continue the drive to our Desert campsite where you experience a camel ride and drink Arabic coffee ‘Gahwa’.
What you get
About this experience
Leaving early in the morning, a 4x4 jeep ride through the awakening city brings you to the desert where you start with a drive through the beautiful sand dunes. Stop for several photo-opportunities and refreshments. Try your hand at sand boarding on the powder soft dunes then take a few pictures at a camel farm. Continue the drive to our Desert campsite where you experience a camel ride and drink Arabic coffee ‘Gahwa’.
What's included
Included
- Arabic Coffee
- Cold mineral water in the vehicle
- Separate washroom facilities for men and women
- Private Vehicle ( only if private option selected)
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop Off with luxurious jeep with Professional licensed and trained drivers
- Exciting Dune Bashing, Sand boarding & Camel ride Experience
Not included
- Gratuities
- Quad bikes are available at the camp at extra charge
- Breakfast
What you'll see and do
Dubai Desert Safari Tours
If you fancy a morning desert expedition to enjoy the serenity of the Arabian sands, this tour is for you. Escaping the city head north to the desert, boasting spectacular landscapes of pristine, rolling sand dunes. Reaching the desert, you stop to deflate tires then enjoy an exhilarating rollercoaster ride over the undulating dunes and into the wilderness, making several stops for photos. Continue your fun drive to reach an Arabian Desert Campsite where you will experience a traditional welcome with ‘Gahwa’ Arabic coffee and local dates. Stretch your legs then enjoy a brief camel ride, sand boarding and ‘Shisha’, the Arabic water-pipe. Afterwards a pleasant drive brings you back to the city. Truly a great way to invigorate your senses.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Safari + 60 MIN BUGGY-Private
Camp activities -: Desert Dune Drive, Sand boarding and Camel farm visit and Camel Ride + 60 Minutes DUNE BUGGY per person Child Policy : Children below 21 years are strictly not allowed to drive the Dune Buggy , but they can sit together with there parents. Toyota Land Cruiser ( PVT): Only the vehicle is private , guest have to share with other guest for other camp activities (Camel ride , sand boarding etc) Pickup included
Safari + 30 MIN BUGGY-Private
Camp activities -: Desert Dune Drive, Sand boarding and Camel farm visit and Camel Ride + 30 Minutes DUNE BUGGY per person Child Policy : Children below 21 years are strictly not allowed to drive the Dune Buggy , but they can sit together with there parents. Toyota Land Cruiser ( PVT): Only the vehicle is private , guest have to share with other guest for other camp activities (Camel ride , sand boarding etc) Pickup included
Safari + 30 MIN Quad-Private
Child Policy : Children below 21 years are strictly not allowed to drive the Quad bike. Toyota Land Cruiser ( PVT): Only the vehicle is private , guest have to share with other guest for other camp activities (Camel ride , sand boarding etc) Pickup included
Morning Safari - Sharing basis
Camp activities -: Desert Dune Drive,Sand boarding and Camel Ride. Duration: 4 hours Toyota Land Cruiser (sharing): Guest have to share the vehicle with other guests. Pickup included
Safari + 60 MIN Quad-Private
Child Policy : Children below 21 years are strictly not allowed to drive the Quad bike. Toyota Land Cruiser ( PVT): Only the vehicle is private , guest have to share with other guest for other camp activities (Camel ride , sand boarding etc) Pickup included
Morning Safari-Private Vehicle
Camp activities -: Desert Dune Drive,Sand boarding and Camel Ride. Duration: 4 hours Toyota Land Cruiser - Private: Only the vehicle is private all other Desert activities guest have to share with other guest at the camp site. Pickup included
Safari + 15 MIN QUAD-Sharing
Camp Activities: Desert Dune Drive, Sand boarding andCamel Ride + 15 Minutes Quad bike each person Toyota Land Cruiser (sharing): Guest have to share the vehicle and camp activities with other guests (Camel ride , sand boarding etc Child Policy: Children below 21 years are strictly not allowed to join this tour Pickup included
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 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Odyssey DMC
Know before you go
- 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
- Pickup will be in a 4x4 Land Cruiser on sharing basis with up to 5 people per land Cruiser from different hotels. Private vehilce - if private option selected
- Children aged 4.99 years and under are not allowed to join the Tour.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.
- The Dubai desert can get cooler in the evenings during winter, so we recommend you bring a light jacket and closed shoes. Please wear sports shoes for safe sand boarding.
- Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
- The duration of the actual tour takes 4 – 4.5 hour but the driving time from Dubai hotel and return may take another 60 – 90 minutes depending on traffic conditions and time of day.
- If the Private Vehicle option is selected, only the vehicle is private all other Desert activities guest have to share with other guest at the camp site.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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
27 verified traveler reviews for Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
M. Afzaal best driver.
The tour was very nice and M.Afzaal was amaizing driver. Thanks so much for so nice experience. Car ride was the best and very active what our family enjoy very much.
Response from the operator: Dear SpikeAnete, We are pleased to know that you had a great time with us and hope to serve you in future as well. Best Regards, Noor Ghei Guest Relations Executive Orient Tours LLC
via Tripadvisor
Excellent trip with an experienced guide
The guide Mustafa was excellent, he expertly captured photographs at every significant location we visited, making sure to highlight the beauty and unique features of each landmark. As we explored, he shared fascinating stories and rich historical insights about the sites. The ride was comfortable and we enjoyed dune bashing, sand boarding. Overall it was an excellent trip.
Response from the operator: Dear Sanket109, We are pleased to know that you had a great time with us and hope to serve you in future as well. Best Regards, Noor Ghei Guest Relations Executive Orient Tours LLC
via Tripadvisor
Must do Desert Ride in Dubai!
The experience was amazing! The communication was easy and effective all time, I had a few questions as I was travelling with an infant, a young kid and a senior. They picked us up at our hotel 8am ontime! Very patience to take all the pictures, super nice guide! He was a great photographer too! They have water and soda included for the guests. He also helped to negotiate prices at the shop we stoped for a bio break. If you want to take the picture with the Falcon be sure you negotiate the price before, they say US$5 at first but then when all is done he said “no, it was per person!”. Luckly our guide noticed that and helped us to pay a reasonable price. The only “but” is that we could not do the sandboarding because was hot and the sand was not sliding. A little disappointed becase if they know that they should not sell it for the morning ride. Overall we really enjoyed it! Highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Dear juliananasciutti, We are pleased to have received your positive feedback regarding our Safari tour and we wish to serve you in the future as well. Kind Regards, Noor Ghei Guest Relations Executive Orient Tours LLC
via Tripadvisor
Our driver was on time...
Our driver was on time and engaging. It was an adventurous trip that we will not forget! Thank you!!
Response from the operator: Dear Khim_L, Thank you for the best words. We take pride in giving outstanding service to our customers and we're overjoyed to receive your compliments and appreciation. We have passed your feeback to our dirver and the whole team. we always look forward to make our guests feel happy and friendly. We are glad that you had a great time with us during the Morning Desert Safari with Camel ride & Sand boarding. Desert Safari is always a must visit place during vacation. Let us know when you are back in town so that you can experience the real Orient Tours-experience. We hope to serve you again soon on some of our other highly rated tours or safaris. Best Regards, Nicole Raijmakers Guest services excecutive Orient Tours LLC
via Viator
Brilliant morning out
Our driver/ guide was fantastic! He gave us lots of information about everything on the way to and from the dessert. He was friendly and encouraging with all of the activities, we had a great time and would highly recommend this tour!
Response from the operator: Dear Emily_P, Thank you for the best words. We take pride in giving outstanding service to our customers and we're overjoyed to receive your compliments and appreciation. We have passed your feeback to our dirver and the whole team. we always look forward to make our guests feel happy and friendly. We are glad that you had a great time with us during the Morning Desert Safari with Camel ride & Sand boarding. Desert Safari is always a must visit place during vacation. Let us know when you are back in town so that you can experience the real Orient Tours-experience. We hope to serve you again soon on some of our other highly rated tours or safaris. Best Regards, Nicole Raijmakers Guest services excecutive Orient Tours LLC
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $494
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Odyssey DMC, who run 12 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 46.1.
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Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding cost?
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Prices start at $50 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 Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding 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 Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 27 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 Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding?
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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 Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding?
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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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding 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 Evening Desert Safari Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner & Live Shows. 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.
What is included in Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding?
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Included: Arabic Coffee; Cold mineral water in the vehicle; Separate washroom facilities for men and women; Private Vehicle ( only if private option selected); and Hotel Pick-up & Drop Off with luxurious jeep with Professional licensed and trained driver. Not included: Gratuities; Quad bikes are available at the camp at extra charge; and Breakfast. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 777 listed pickup locations in and around Dubai. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Dubai. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding?
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Across 27 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Morning Dubai Desert Safari with Camel Ride & Sand boarding?
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There are 7 options to choose from, including Safari + 60 MIN BUGGY-Private, Safari + 30 MIN BUGGY-Private, Safari + 30 MIN Quad-Private, Morning Safari - Sharing basis. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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