Dubai: Half-Day Desert Safari, Camels, Quad Bike & Refreshments

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

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Taking a Morning Desert Safari Dubai is something that you cannot afford to miss! Plan the morning safari to experience this desert in full, along with a share of adventures in the form of Sandboarding, Dune bashing, Camel riding, quad bike then, relax in an air-conditioned tent and enjoy Arabian coffee with dates.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

It is highly recommended that you eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid sickness during the dune bashing.

We highly recommend having international travel insurance, as self-driving activities carry inherent risks that may lead to serious injury. Coverage for such incidents is typically provided only through your personal insurance.

All desert safari drivers are well trained and licensed for safari drives. The 4WD vehicles are fully insured and well equipped with all necessary safety features, such as roll bars, seat belts, government trackers, GPS, GMS, and a First Aid box

OceanAir Travels shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, sickness or injury.

Please wear sports shoes for safe sand boarding.

Casual, loose fitting clothing is recommended in the summer, along with a jacket in the winter

Pickup will be 45min prior to your selected departure time. Please be ready at the hotel lobby on time.

Kindly share your Whatsapp number for an easy communication during the pickup

Pick-up timing is subject to change due to the emerging summer heat: 1 hour earlier in the morning and 1 hour later in the afternoon. A notification shall be sent in advance in the case of any change.

Everything listed in the Inclusions is part of the tour and is covered in the price. Quad biking is available if the option is selected.

By UAE law, pregnant ladies, anyone with back or neck pain, heart problems or other serious medical complaints and infants (under 3 years old) are not allowed during the dune bashing activity by car. (If this conditions are applicable to you, please contact our Consultant to customize your tour)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Refreshments in an AC tent (Arabic tea/coffee with dates, Water & soft drinks)

Transportation by 4WD air-conditioned vehicle.

Quad biking (if option selected)

Sandboarding activity

English-speaking licensed desert safari guide

Falcon experience

Short Camel ride (can be repeated)

Dune bashing (30-45 minutes)

Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/ location

Any extra services or expenses not mentioned

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Dubai

Get ready for your Half day desert safari Dubai as our guide picks you from your selected location or hotel. Board our 4WD vehicle that will take you to the desert. Once you reach the Lahbab desert, be welcomed into an air-conditioned tent with refreshments (Arabic tea/coffee with dates) take a small break for 20-25 minutes, make use of restroom, or even opt for a quad bike drive, while your vehicle ready for the off-road drive with adjusted tyre pressures.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Next, seat comfortably for the dune bashing session. Enjoy the rhythm of the vehicle riding over the sand dunes and feel the adrenaline rush! After around 30-45 minutes of dune bashing, click as many photos you want and relax for some time before you proceed for sand surfing (sandboarding). First, follow the instructions of your guide before you climb up and down the sandbanks on your board. As you surf over the sands, you will find this quite funny and unique! Next, stop for a camel ride in the open desert. Later, relax in an air-conditioned tent and enjoy soft drinks and Arabic tea or coffee with dates.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Shared Tour & 30-Min Quad Bike

Shared tour with dune bashing, sandboarding, Falcon, camel ride & 30 min Quad Bike & refreshments in an AC Tent
Pickup included

Shared Tour with Refreshment

Dune bashing, sandboarding, photo stop, falcon, camel ride & refreshments - tea/coffee, dates & soft drinks in an AC Tent
Pickup included

Reviews

4.92

4,528 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

4296

158

Dubai desert trip with 7 year old
F5682KFdenizk,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The tour is meeting expectations, I joined with my 7 year old daughter. It includes the bike ride (we didn't do), camel ride, sandboarding and dune bashing. Our guide Muhammadsajid Khan Swati was really friendly and nice. He took us to a nice ride and took really good pictures :) On our way back he dropped us off to a different location then where we were picked up which was our ask. Thanks!
Our half-day desert...
Husna S,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our half-day desert safari in Dubai was absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, everything was smooth, fun, and perfectly organized. We enjoyed an exciting mix of activities—camel ride, quad biking, sand surfing, and thrilling dune bashing. Each experience felt safe, well-guided, and full of adventure. A special shout-out to our guide, Wajahat, who was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive throughout the tour. He made sure we were comfortable, took great photos, and gave us an unforgettable desert experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun, action-packed taste of Dubai’s desert!
It was very good...
Emre F,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was very good experience with Saddam Hussain. He was very kind and friendly. I recommend the trip with my all feelings. Thank you…
Great morning excursion
Michelle R,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience, Ramzan was very informative and friendly, would recommend this half day excursion.
Unforgettable Desert Safari
866mesutp,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Inaam was an exceptional guide and driver. He made our desert safari experience truly unforgettable with his professionalism, friendliness, and great sense of humor. The ride was smooth, the dunes were thrilling, and he always made sure we felt safe and comfortable. We really enjoyed every moment thanks to him. Highly recommended — thank you, Inaam, for an amazing experience! 🌟
A great experience for sure
sev0st,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great experience and we would definitely do it again! Ask for Alam to be your guide to have an even better experience! He made the whole experience even better for the whole team.
Fun with great photo ops
iirisl2023,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fun tour! Tariq was a great guide and we must say, a skilled photographer. We have tons of great photos in our phone from the trip
100% recommended
Samantha S,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had the best time with our tour guide Sikander. He made everything so easy and fun! Best choice and the most fun we’ve had since we arrived. From the pick up to the activities and drop off we would choose them again.
A Desert Safari Worth Doing (Especially With Quad Bikes)
CallMeCaspian,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
This is a fun half-day activity that lets you escape the city buzz. The drive takes about an hour, and you end up in the desert where you get to ride camels, sandboard down the dunes, and bounce around the dunes in a 4×4. It’s really not worth booking without the quad bike option — that part easily makes the whole experience. Our pickup time was moved earlier at the last minute, which meant a very early wake-up. Also, the waiting area in the desert is quite a sales trap — they try to sell you everything under the sun, and you can’t really leave while waiting. I personally would have hoped for a bit more driving space rather than just one big sandy field. Still, overall, it’s something I can recommend.
Thanks Shahid san!
Takumi W,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
shahidさんの親切でユーモアあるガイドのおかげでかなり楽しめました。 لقد قضينا وقتًا رائعًا بفضل مرشد شهيد اللطيف والفكاهي. We had a great time thanks to Shahid's kind and humorous guide.