UAE · DESERT SAFARIS

The 15 Best Desert Safaris in the UAE

158 tours  ·  from $8 a head

The difference between a good safari and a long one is the camp, not the dune bashing. The 15 below compare morning, evening and overnight runs on price, camp quality, how far out they drive and what actually lands on the buffet.

Dubai: Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride & Al Khayma Camp - The tyre-pressure stop sets up the desert drive
Camel Riding Experiences, Cycling Tours, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai: Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride & Al Khayma Camp

Dubai: Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride and Sandboarding - Hotel pickup and the drive to the desert
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Dubai: Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride and Sandboarding

2.Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camel Ride and Sandboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43,505 reviews · 4 hours · from $29

Ride Dubai’s red dunes by 4WD, camel, quad bike, and sandboard on a four-hour Lahbab desert safari with hotel pickup.

“We had a very good Tour with Haroon from ammar tours. We would 100% recommend him. It was my Sisters 3rd desert safari and she Says it was the Best! Haroon die his Best to give as a Great experience. The Place he choose for the pictures close to Sunset was Perfect! The Quad Tour in the Open desert was also a lot of fun!”

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Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options - Red-gold dunes, photo stops, and sandboarding
BBQ, Cycling Tours, Desert Safaris, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Dubai Tours, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai: Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Quad Biking Options

Dubai: Half-Day Desert Safari, Camel Ride, ATV & Dune Buggy - The 45-minute drive from Dubai to the desert
Camel Riding Experiences, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Half-Day, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai: Half-Day Desert Safari, Camel Ride, ATV & Dune Buggy

Dubai: Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding, Quad Bike - Leaving Dubai for the Red Dunes
Camel Riding Experiences, Cycling Tours, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai: Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Sandboarding, Quad Bike

Dubai Desert Safari - Camel Ride, Sandboarding & 30 Min Quad - A 30-minute pause to prepare the 4x4
Camel Riding Experiences, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai Desert Safari – Camel Ride, Sandboarding & 30 Min Quad

Dubai Desert Safari Dune Bashing, 60min ATV Quad, Camel Ride, BBQ - High dunes and a 4x4 roller coaster
BBQ, Camel Riding Experiences, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai Desert Safari Dune Bashing, 60min ATV Quad, Camel Ride, BBQ

7.Dubai Desert Safari Dune Bashing, 60min ATV Quad, Camel Ride, BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11,364 reviews · from $56Top rated

Review of Dubai’s desert safari with ATV riding, dune bashing, camel rides, BBQ dinner, live shows, hotel pickup, and practical booking tips.

“Rashed Ali was absolutely amazing from the time he picked us up with his knowledge on Dubai. His 18 years of experience of desert driving meant we were kept very safe whilst being on the edge our seat. The Quad bikes were awsome, along with the camel ride and sand boarding. The show and meal meant a great end to the night. Highly recommend this tour. THANK YOU!!!!”

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Dubai: Desert Safari with VIP BBQ and Optional Quad Bike - The optional quad-bike stop
BBQ, Cycling Tours, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews, VIP

Dubai: Desert Safari with VIP BBQ and Optional Quad Bike

8.Desert Safari with VIP BBQ and Optional Quad Bike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7,349 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $30

Review of Dubai’s Al Lahbab desert safari, with dune bashing, sunset views, optional quad bikes, VIP BBQ dinner, camel rides, and shows.

“We had an incredible desert safari tour and everything exceeded our expectations! Our driver, Basit, was absolutely outstanding. He was extremely professional, punctual, and very friendly from the very beginning. His driving skills in the desert were impressive – we felt safe the entire time while still enjoying the thrilling dune bashing experience. You could really tell that he is highly experienced and passionate about his job. Basit made the whole tour even more special with his positive attitude, great sense of humor, and attention to detail. He always made sure we were comfortable, had enough time for photos, and enjoyed every single moment. He explained everything clearly and was…”

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Dubai Red Dunes Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camels at Al Khayma - The 40-minute red-dune drive
Cycling Tours, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai Red Dunes Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camels at Al Khayma

Dubai Desert Safari - Sandboarding, Quad Bike & BBQ Options - Optional quad biking before the main ride
BBQ, Cycling Tours, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai Desert Safari – Sandboarding, Quad Bike & BBQ Options

Dubai: Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Show & Optional Dinner - Hotel pickup and the drive out of Dubai
Camel Riding Experiences, Desert Safaris, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Dubai Tours, Safari, Show, Tour Reviews

Dubai: Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Show & Optional Dinner

Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Quad Bike & Camel Ride from Dubai - Quad bikes, sandboarding, and camel time
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Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Quad Bike & Camel Ride from Dubai

12.Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Quad Bike & Camel Ride from Dubai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,211 reviews · from $88

Ride quad bikes across Lahbab’s dunes, watch the sunset, enjoy a BBQ buffet, camel ride, henna, sheesha, and live desert shows.

“The desert safari excursion was THE best excursion/adventure that we have ever done! Our guide, Abdullah, was so efficient and organized. He was on time and informative. From the ATVs, dune surfing, the dinner and show, everything was fabulous! Thanks Abdullah and the Desert Safari Adventure. Abdullah, was the best Dune Basher out there!”

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Dubai: Red Dunes Desert Safari with Premium Camp BBQ & Shows - A quick camel ride and a close look at falconry
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Dubai: Red Dunes Desert Safari with Premium Camp BBQ & Shows

13.Red Dunes Desert Safari with Premium Camp BBQ & Shows

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,931 reviews · 7 hours · from $49

Ride Dubai’s Lahbab red dunes, then enjoy a premium camp, camel ride, sandboarding, BBQ buffet, falcon photos, and five live shows.

“Our desert safari was an absolutely incredible experience, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Khalid. From the very beginning, everything was perfect. He picked us up exactly at the agreed time and made us feel welcome right away. The endless dunes were truly stunning, especially with the changing light throughout the day. We are so grateful for the beautiful photos we were able to take there. They are wonderful memories of an unforgettable landscape. Throughout the entire day, he guided us in such a friendly and relaxed way. His driving skills are truly impressive. The dune bashing was thrilling and so much fun, and we…”

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Dubai Evening Desert Safari BBQ Dinner & Transfer to Noble Camp - Lahbab’s red dunes and 45 minutes of dune bashing
BBQ, Desert Safaris, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Dubai Tours, Evening Experiences, Private Drivers, Safari, Tour Reviews

Dubai Evening Desert Safari BBQ Dinner & Transfer to Noble Camp

Dubai: Half-Day Desert Safari, Camels, Quad Bike & Refreshments - Dune bashing across the Lahbab red dunes
Cycling Tours, Desert Safaris, Dubai Tours, Half-Day, Quad Bike & Dune Buggy Rides, Quad Bikes, Safari, Tour Reviews

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

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