
Vip Desert Safari Dubai
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Vip Desert Safari Dubai worth booking?
Vip Desert Safari Dubai is a 6-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $28 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $28 per person
Experience the thrill and beauty of Dubai’s desert with an unforgettable evening of adventure, culture, and entertainment. Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup in a 4x4 Land Cruiser from your hotel or residence
What you get
About this experience
Experience the thrill and beauty of Dubai’s desert with an unforgettable evening of adventure, culture, and entertainment. Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup in a 4x4 Land Cruiser from your hotel or residence in Dubai or Sharjah. The adventure kicks off with thrilling dune bashing, sandboarding, and a short camel ride, offering plenty of opportunities for photos and memories. For adrenaline seekers, quad biking or a dune buggy ride is also available at the desert for an extra charge. Arrive at a traditional desert camp in Al Awir, where you’ll enjoy Arabic coffee, tea, dates, and soft drinks. Relax with henna painting, sheesha, and take photos in traditional Arabic dress. The evening continues with a delicious BBQ buffet dinner and live entertainment, including belly dance, fire show, and Tanoura performance under the starlit desert sky. Finally, unwind as you are dropped safely back to your hotel with memories of a magical desert experience.
What's included
Included
- Dune bashing (Desert Safari)
- Tanoura dance
- Traditional Arabic dress for photos
- Short camel ride
- Sheesha (available in a designated area)
- Pickup and Drop-off
- Henna painting (For ladies)
- Belly dance performance
- Sunset photo stop on the dunes
- Fire show
- Coffee, tea, and soft drink
- BBQ buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Sandboarding experience
Not included
- Quad biking (ATV ride)
What you'll see and do
You’ll arrive at the beautiful Lehbab Desert, famous for its high red sand dunes and stunning views. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy exciting optional activities such as: ️ Quad Biking – Ride your own ATV across the open red dunes. Dune Buggy Ride – Experience the thrill of driving a powerful buggy in the desert.
45 minutes here
Al Awir
After exploring Lehbab, we will continue your adventure to the Al Awir Desert, where the main Desert Safari experience begins. Here you’ll enjoy Thrilling Dune Bashing in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with professional drivers.
15 minutes here
Al Awir
Camel Ride Experience a short, traditional desert camel journey.
10 minutes here
Al Awir
️Sandboarding Slide down the golden dunes for fun and excitement.
Pass by without stopping
Al Awir
Sunset Photography Stop Capture the beautiful desert sunset views.
30 minutes here
Al Awir
️Desert Camp Activities Enjoy Arabic coffee, henna painting, and photo opportunities in traditional dress.
Pass by without stopping
Al Awir
BBQ Buffet Dinner with unlimited soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee.
60 minutes here
Dubai
Drop-off After a memorable evening under the desert stars, you’ll be dropped off safely back at your hotel or pickup location.
60 minutes here
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
- de, en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Royal Dunes Adventure
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Vip Desert Safari Dubai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Desert safari
Faizan is an amazing person to work with! Very friendly, cooperative, and always ready to help. His work is excellent, and he always puts in extra effort to make sure everything is perfect. Really appreciate his support and positive attitude!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon
via Tripadvisor
Dubai Desert safari
Aqib was an excellent safari guide — very friendly, professional, and made the whole experience enjoyable. He ensured we were comfortable throughout the trip and explained everything clearly. His driving skills during dune bashing were amazing! Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable desert safari experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Great experience dune bashing was amazing our safari guide was really expert camp side is also well maintained highly recommended
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you had a great experience with us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $28 to $100
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Vip Desert Safari Dubai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Vip Desert Safari Dubai cost?
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Prices start at $28 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 Vip Desert Safari Dubai 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 Vip Desert Safari Dubai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 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 Vip Desert Safari Dubai?
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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 Vip Desert Safari Dubai suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Vip Desert Safari Dubai?
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Around 1 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 Vip Desert Safari Dubai 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 Old and Modern City Tour with Blue Mosque Visit. 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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