Desert Safari Excursion Dubai: Falcons, Dunes and Dinner Under the Stars
Desert Safari Excursion Dubai: Falcons, Dunes and Dinner Under the Stars
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If you have one spare evening in Dubai, the desert is the place to spend it. A desert safari excursion Dubai trip takes you out of the city, over the red dunes and into a desert camp for dinner. It's easy, it's good value and it works for almost every age.
But "desert safari" can mean a lot of different things. Some guests want speed, some want photos, and some just want a relaxed dinner. This guide goes through each desert safari excursion we offer, so you can pick the one that fits.
Our Standard Evening Excursion
The standard Desert Safari Excursion is AED 80 per person. We pick you up from your hotel at around 2 PM in a 4x4, and you're back by about 9 PM. In between, you get dune bashing, a camel ride, a BBQ dinner and live shows at the camp. The buffet has both veg and non-veg dishes, and ladies can have henna painted on their hands.
If you'd like a bit more comfort, the VIP Desert Safari is AED 130. You travel in a Land Cruiser, sit in the VIP area and watch four shows.
Falcons in the Desert
Falconry has been part of life in the Emirates for a very long time, and seeing one up close is something most visitors never forget. Our desert safari with falcon show costs AED 130 and lasts six to seven hours. It includes the evening safari, a falcon display and a BBQ dinner.
We also run Dubai evening dune bashing at AED 100, which includes a falcon display and a stop to watch the sunset. Pickup is around 3 PM, and you're back by 9 PM.
Drive It Yourself
Sitting in the back of a 4x4 is fun, but driving yourself is something else. Our Desert Safari with Quad Bike is AED 180, and includes a quad ride, a camel ride and BBQ dinner.
For more power, go for the dune buggy desert safari. For AED 150, you drive your own buggy on the dunes and then enjoy dinner at the camp. Both run roughly from 3 PM to 9 PM.
A Better Dinner in the Desert
Some guests care more about the evening than the adrenaline. Our luxury desert camp dinner trip costs AED 210. It comes with a gourmet BBQ, a Tanoura dancer and a fire show. It's a good choice for anniversaries, birthdays and anyone who'd rather skip the bumpy ride.
When the Sun Comes Up
The desert at dawn is a different world. The sand is cool, the light is soft and there's hardly a sound. The sunrise desert photography tour runs from around 4:30 AM until 9 AM and costs AED 150. There are stops at good photo spots, plus a short camel ride.
If you want to see the desert from above, book a hot air balloon Dubai flight. It's AED 699 for about an hour in the air at sunrise, and it includes a falconry display.
Desert Excursions from Dubai, Beyond the Dunes
There are more desert excursions from Dubai to choose from. The Hatta Mountain Tour is AED 99, and covers Hatta Dam and the mountain viewpoints. Plan for a full day of seven to nine hours.
Staying in the capital? The Abu Dhabi desert safari and cultural tour is AED 150 with pickup from hotels in Abu Dhabi. You get a dune drive and henna as part of the trip.
How the Day Goes
Your driver collects you from your hotel in the afternoon. Once you leave the city behind, you reach the dunes, and the driver lowers the tyre pressure. That's when the dune bashing begins. It's bumpy, loud and a lot of fun.
Next is a sunset stop on a high dune. At camp, there's time for a camel ride and henna. Dinner is a BBQ buffet with plenty of veg and non-veg choices, followed by live shows. After the shows, we take you back to your hotel.
Is It Too Bumpy?
It looks a little crazy, but our drivers know these dunes very well. You stay belted in, and the cars are made for this kind of driving. If you get car sick, eat light beforehand and sit in the front. Pregnant guests, people with back problems and click here parents with babies should tell us when they book, and we'll suggest a calmer option such as the luxury camp dinner.
Best Time to Go
October to April is the best time for a desert trip, when the evenings are cool and comfortable. Summer trips still run, and the evening ones are best because it cools down once the sun sets. For sunrise tours and balloon flights, the cooler months also give the clearest skies.
Which Trip Suits You?
• First time in Dubai? Go for the standard evening trip
• Culture lovers: the safari with the falcon show
• Love speed? Choose the quad bike or buggy trip
• Food lovers: the luxury camp dinner
• Love taking photos? Try the sunrise tour or the balloon
What to Wear and Bring
• Light, comfortable clothes
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Shoes you don't mind getting sandy
• A light jacket from December to February
• A charged phone or camera
Questions We Get Asked a Lot
What should I book if it's my first time?
Start with the AED 80 evening Desert Safari Excursion. You get the dunes, a camel ride, dinner and shows in one trip.
Will kids enjoy the falcon show?
Kids usually love it. The falcons stay with their handlers the whole time, so it's easy to watch up close.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Yes, cancellation is free. Just message us as soon as you know.
Is there vegetarian food at dinner?
Yes. The buffet always has veg and non-veg choices.
Can you collect me from Abu Dhabi?
For the Abu Dhabi desert safari, yes, we pick up from Abu Dhabi hotels. Other trips include pickup from hotels in Dubai.
Booking Made Easy
You get instant confirmation and free cancellation on every trip. Each day has a limited number of seats, so book early between October and April. Wear comfortable clothes, bring sunglasses and leave your best shoes at the hotel. Staying in Dubai for a week? Many guests do two trips, such as the evening safari one day and the Hatta tour another, and we're happy to help you plan them.
To book any desert safari excursion Dubai trip, send us a WhatsApp on +971 50 991 2456. You can also see every tour at desertsafariexcursion.com. Tell us your date and how many people are coming, and we'll take it from there.
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