A Plain-English Guide to Dubai Desert Safari Packages
A Plain-English Guide to Dubai Desert Safari Packages
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Choosing a desert trip shouldn't feel like homework. But with so many Dubai desert safari packages to choose from, it's easy to feel lost. Should you go VIP? Is the Hummer worth it? Do you need a quad bike? This guide answers all of that in plain English.
We're Dubai Safari Desert, and we run desert trips all year, from short sunrise trips to overnight stays. Here's how our packages compare, so you can pick the right one in a few minutes.
Three Questions to Ask Yourself
Before you look at prices, think about three things:
• Do you have a morning, an evening or a full night free?
• Do you want to drive yourself, or sit back and be driven?
• Do you want extra comfort, or is the standard camp fine?
Once you know the answers, the right package is usually obvious.
The Evening Packages
Most people book an evening trip, and for good reason. You get golden light on the dunes, a sunset stop and dinner with shows after dark. All evening trips run from about 2 PM to 9 PM.
Evening Dubai Safari, AED 80
This is the trip that gives you the most for the money. The evening Dubai safari comes with 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, like 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? Our VIP Dubai safari includes VIP seating, a BBQ buffet and four live shows. The extra cost is small, and the evening feels calmer.
Premium Desert Safari Dubai, AED 230
For the most comfort, choose our premium desert safari Dubai package. It comes with premium service at the camp, and a quad bike can be added on top.
If You Want Some Speed
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
You get the full evening trip plus your own quad bike ride on the dunes. Timing is the same, 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
Why choose between a buggy and a quad? Try both. The buggy and quad bike safari includes helmets and safety gear, with flexible timing.
The Hummer Trip at AED 140
A Hummer gives the dunes a whole new feel. The Hummer Dubai safari runs from about 2 PM to 9 PM, and finishes with dinner and shows at the camp.
Early Starts and Late Nights
The Sunrise Trip at AED 140
Early risers will love the sunrise desert safari Dubai trip. It goes from around 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.
The Budget Option
If you have your own 4x4, the self drive safari costs only AED 40 per person. You meet us at our parking area at around 3 PM, and you're done by 9 PM. It's the cheapest way to enjoy the camp, the dinner and the shows.
Quick Price List
Here's our desert safari packages price list in one place, per person:
• Self drive here trip: AED 40
• Evening Dubai Safari: AED 80
• Evening Desert Safari: AED 100
• VIP Dubai Safari: AED 120
• Hummer Dubai Safari: AED 140
• Sunrise trip: AED 140
• Safari with Quad Bike: AED 160
• Buggy and Quad Bike Safari: AED 200
• Premium Desert Safari: AED 230
• Overnight trip: AED 260
What's Included in Every Dubai Desert Safari
Whichever package you pick, a few things stay the same. Our camps are built in a traditional Bedouin style, with low seats, warm lighting and lots of room. Dinner has both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Pickup and drop-off are confirmed 24 hours before your trip, so you know exactly when to be ready.
We also run trips from Abu Dhabi for AED 140, plus city tours of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Hatta, if you'd like to see more of the UAE.
An Evening in the Desert, Step by Step
The trip starts with a pickup from your hotel in the early afternoon. After a while, the buildings disappear and the dunes begin. The driver lets some air out of the tyres, and then the dune bashing starts. 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.
Next, you stop on a high dune to watch the sunset. From there, you head to the camp for a camel ride, dinner and live shows. By about 9 PM, you're on your way back to your hotel.
A Quick Word on Safety
The drivers know these dunes very well and drive them daily. You wear a seatbelt the whole time. If you get car sick, eat a light lunch and ask for the front seat. 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.
Your Questions, Answered
Is the Hummer trip worth it?
If you want something different from a normal 4x4, yes. The Hummer is bigger and feels more powerful on the dunes, and it makes for great photos.
Which package is best for families?
Families usually choose the AED 80 evening trip or the AED 120 VIP trip. Kids love the camel ride and the shows.
Is hotel pickup part of the price?
Yes, pickup and drop-off come with every guided trip. Only the self drive option needs you to make your own way.
Is there a dress code?
Wear something light and loose, with comfortable shoes. In winter, a light jacket is a good idea for the evening.
Do you take large groups?
Yes, just tell us how many people are coming and we'll plan the cars.
How to Book
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 book online at dubaisafaridesert.com or email [email protected]. We'll confirm your seats and send your pickup time.
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