Sunrise Desert Safari with Wildlife Experience from Dubai

Overview

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Welcome a new day the Arabian way when you experience the serenity of a beautiful sunrise atop a dune in the middle of the Desert. Joining our Sunriser safari you are picked up in a 4WD vehicle for a scenic drive to the heart of the Qudra desert. Get ready to watch a glorious sunrise behind the undulating sand dunes whilst partaking a picnic breakfast seated in traditional Arabic style. Afterwards experience a thrilling off road adventure with a chance to get close to protected indigenous wildlife such as Arabian Gazelle and Arabian Oryx as we drive through the soft sand towards one of the animal watering holes. This invigorating experience will leave you wanting more as a smooth drive through the desert brings you back to civilization.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

NOTE: On a foggy / hazy day the sunrise may not be clear

Pickup will be in a 4x4 Land Cruiser on sharing basis with up to 5 people per land Cruiser from different hotels.

Minimum 02 adults required.Children aged 4.99 years and under are not allowed to join the Tour.

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.

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 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.

The duration of the actual tour takes 3.5 – 4 hour but the driving time from Dubai hotel and return may take another 60 – 90 minutes depending on traffic conditions and time of day.

Meeting Arabian Oryx is not guaranteed (there is a low probability that Arabian Oryx will not available at the feeding station)

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Black coffee and black Tea made live served.

Hotel pickup and drop-off with 4x4 wheel luxury air conditioned Jeeps.

Stop at Arabian Oryx feeding station

Sunrise Photography from the Desert

Short Desert dune drive experience

Picnic breakfast

Sunrise safari with English speaking Professional drivers

Visit to Al Qudra Lake

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Al Qudra Lake

Your Arabian Desert safari starts when you’re picked up at your hotel and drive into the desert in a comfortable 4WD vehicle. Head across the dunes and get ready for a truly rare experience as the sun comes up over the horizon. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to capture stunning photo memories on this 4-hour activity. Watch the desert come alive as your driver takes you on a dune drive. Then enjoy a picnic breakfast seated in traditional Arabian style. This Sunrise Safari Tour gives you the opportunity discover the desert in a unique way. At the end of the program you’ll be dropped off at your Dubai hotel. After roaming the desert, drive to watch the protected indigenous wildlife such as the Desert Gazelle and Arabian Oryx. Then take a quick drive to the Al Qudra Lakes part of the Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. Across the lakes at Al Qudra, enjoy a picnic or a leisurely ride.

4 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Sunrise Safari - Sharing basis

Camp activities -: Desert dune drive experience, Sunrise Photography from the Desert
Duration: 4 hours
Picnic Breakfast
Toyota Land Cruiser (sharing): Guest have to share the vehicle with other guests.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.98

66 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Stunning Desert Dubai Sunrise
Claire G,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent. Prompt, friendly, informative driver. Fun packed four hours. Great Jeep! Felt safe the whole time in the dune bashing!! Only six cars so not over crowded. Totally recommend this trip whilst in Dubai
Great Tour
Tia W,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Enjoyable tour, good value for money. Great guide. Would recommend. Early start but worth it to see the sunrise
Beautiful tour with perfect guide Ornell. It wasxrin unforgettable experience
Christine K,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a beautiful ride into the sunrise in the desert. Dune bashing was a lot of fun. Delicious little breakfast after sunset. Perfectly organized. Hotel pickup super on time.
Worth waking up at 3am!!
nickiy2j,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great short trip for the sunrise and some sand dunes. Our driver was Jarvid who was lovely and got some great pictures
Perfect morning in the desert
Luke C,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I cannot recommend this tour enough. For wildlife enthusiasts or anyone who wants to see the "real" desert, this is perfect. You actually go out into a protected sanctuary and you can see wild animals like oryx roaming. Haroos was an amazing guide. I've never seen such an experienced driver on sand before. He was able to answer all of my questions throughout and kept everybody engaged. He was also kind and went slower or faster during certain portions as needed. By the way, they undersell the sandboarding component. It's not too sunny or hot out, and it's short enough that nobody gets bored. 30/10 morning.
Sunrise in the Desert
E6178PTvanessat,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jaffa was the best guide . We loved every minute and of our trip. The serenity of sunrise was magic. The wildlife were great. Beautiful way to spend the morning.
Peaceful desert
Emilia D,
Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The sunrise is the perfect time to discover the peacefulness of the dessert and enjoy the ambient calm and serenity.
An absolute highlight and a must-see in Dubai
Andreas G,
Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
You can't ask for a better start to the day. Onyx antelopes, dune sand rims, a breathtaking sunrise, dune bashing and a delicious picnic in the desert sand. Our great driver and guide Chandu rao made this experience perfect, a very special person we will always remember fondly.
Great sunrise in the desert
meikes854,
Apr 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did a great sunrise tour in the desert with Mustafa. He was a great guide and good driver and gave us a lot of information
Perfect start of the hot day
pazidan,
Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a a well worth experience. The fresh morning air with the sunrise in the dessert was the perfect way to start a day. Our driver Maaz Khan was super cool with his driving stunts and stories. I would definitely recommend this trip. You can expect pick up and drop off just as they say it is