Dubai Desert Adventure: Camel Ride, Sandboarding & Quad Biking
About this activity
Highlights
- Thrilling dune bashing in the Red Dunes
- Traditional camel ride across the desert
- Exciting sandboarding down the dunes
- Adventurous quad biking through the sands
- Authentic BBQ dinner with cultural entertainment
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Camel ride through the dunes
- Sandboarding experience
- Quad biking adventure
- Traditional BBQ dinner with entertainment
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Step into the soft red sands of Lehbab Desert and feel the stillness of the land unfold around you. This 4-hour Dubai Desert Safari is perfect for short stays, blending excitement, culture, and stunning views. Your safari guide picks you up from your hotel for a smooth ride into the desert. Enjoy a 50-minute drive as the city disappears into wide open dunes. At the meeting point, take a 30-minute break to refresh, take a short camel ride, and capture desert photos. While you relax, your guide prepares the 4x4 for offroad driving and waits for other groups to arrive.
Then the adventure begins. Enjoy 45 minutes of dune bashing across the Red Dunes with your expert guide. Stop at the highest dune for panoramic views and try sandboarding down the slopes—a fun and family-friendly activity for all ages. Choose a shared tour with up to six guests and fixed time slots, or upgrade to a private tour with flexible timing and a dedicated guide. Both morning and afternoon safaris offer the same experience, but the afternoon tour rewards you with a beautiful desert sunset. Hotel pickup and drop-off are always included, and all guides are licensed for your safety.
After the desert adventure, return to your hotel with memories to keep. A portion of your booking helps protect the desert and support local heritage. Book now to discover the perfect balance of thrill, tradition, and care on this Dubai Desert Safari.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or individuals with back problems due to the nature of the activities.
- Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times during the tour.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor activities.
- Bring a valid ID or passport for identification purposes.
- Ensure you have a camera or smartphone to capture the stunning desert landscapes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Tour lasts 4 hours from pickup to drop-off, including drive time
- Pickup time is within 45 minutes before your selected tour time
- Dune bashing is guided by trained safari professionals in 4x4 vehicles with roll cages
- All safari guides are licensed by Dubai Tourism and certified for desert driving
- Vehicles are fully insured and equipped with GPS tracking and a first aid kit
- Shared tour includes up to 6 guests per vehicle
- Sunset view available only on afternoon safari
- Tour not allowed for children under 3, pregnant women, or guests with back or neck issues
- Camel ride is a short 2-minute experience and can be repeated
- Quad bikes available onsite for an additional charge
- Wear comfortable clothing, closed shoes, and sunglasses
- A portion of your booking supports desert conservation and cultural heritage
Traveler reviews
We were paying a lot more attention.
Our experience was average. Of the 4 hours indicated, we only did 20 minutes of Quad with a long photo shoot on the dunes, and a bitter taste because we had thought of spending more time quad biking. We refused to do camel QUAD again even after offering to pay but we were refused. Sand boarding was only one run per person. The 4x4 activity in the dunes was very nice. To summarize, we announce 4 hours of excursion but we do not specify that there are 2 hours of round trip which greatly reduces the activities on site.... Too bad because we had the impression to lead this adventure in speed. Too bad because the landscapes are extraordinary
So fun!
Thank you Awais for such a fun experience, it was so memorable . We enjoyed it so much and will be recommending him to others visiting Dubai.
Incredible tour ~ Awais is the greatest !
Awais was incredible! The tour was so fun & Awais is the main reason. He taught us a lot too. The quads for me was the best part as riding in the sand is a blast and you glide like butter. Awais took incredible photos of each person in the group individually too, and great photos with the best lighting and position.
Our guide Awais was...
Our guide Awais was amazing! He was super knowledgeable, kind and made sure we had a great experience. He was on time picking us up and made sure everything went smoothly. He personally took the time to take all of our pictures. He was great and I highly recommend this!
Amazing experience!!!
Awais was the driver and the guide on our Red Dunes Dubai desert morning safari, and he was absolutely outstanding. His communication was excellent, he truly cared about his passengers, and his professionalism showed in every detail. The driving experience on the dunes was impressive, smooth, and safe, all in a very comfortable SUV. Highly recommended. Just amazing.