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 only have one free evening in Dubai, spend it in the desert. 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 people 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. Pickup is from your hotel at around 2 PM in a 4x4, and drop-off is around 9 PM. You get dune bashing, a camel ride, live shows and a BBQ dinner at the camp. There are veg and non-veg options at dinner, and ladies can get henna 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.
Meet the Falcons
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 is AED 130 and takes 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 adds a falcon display and a sunset stop. Pickup is around 3 PM, and you're back by 9 PM.
For People Who Love Speed
Being driven is fun, but driving yourself is even better. The Desert Safari with Quad Bike costs AED 180, and includes a quad ride, a camel ride and BBQ dinner.
For more power, go for the dune buggy desert safari. At AED 150, you drive a buggy yourself on the dunes, then head to the camp for dinner. Both trips run from about 3 PM to 9 PM.
The Luxury Camp Option
For some people, dinner is the main event. Our luxury desert camp dinner trip costs AED 210. You get a gourmet BBQ, a Tanoura show and a fire show in a nicer camp setting. It suits anniversaries and birthdays, or anyone who'd rather take it slow.
Early Morning Trips
The desert looks completely different at sunrise. The sand is cool, the light is soft and there's hardly a sound. Our sunrise desert photography tour runs from about 4:30 AM to 9 AM for AED 150. You stop at the best viewpoints for photos and enjoy a short camel ride.
For a view from the sky, 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, with stops at Hatta Dam and the 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.
What Happens on the Evening Excursion
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. The 4x4 climbs and slides over the dunes, and everyone ends up laughing.
Next is a sunset stop on a high dune. At the camp, you can ride a camel and get henna. Dinner is a BBQ buffet with veg and non-veg dishes, and then the live shows begin. After the shows, we take you back to your hotel.
Is Dune Bashing Safe?
Dune bashing looks wild from the outside, but our drivers do this every day. You wear a seatbelt the whole time, and the 4x4s are built for the sand. If you get car sick, eat light beforehand and sit in the front. If you're pregnant, have back problems or are bringing a baby, tell us when you book, and we'll suggest a calmer option such as the luxury camp dinner.
When to Visit the Desert
The best season runs from October to April, when the evenings are cool and comfortable. In summer, the evening trips still run well, because the heat drops after sunset. Sunrise tours and balloon flights are at their best in the cooler months too.
Not Sure Which One to Choose?
• First visit: the standard evening excursion
• Into culture? Pick the falcon safari
• Love speed? Choose the quad bike or buggy trip
• Here for the food? Book the luxury camp dinner
• Photographers: the sunrise tour or the balloon flight
What to Wear and Bring
• Light, comfortable clothes
• Sunscreen and a pair of sunglasses
• Sandals or trainers you don't mind filling with sand
• A warm layer for winter evenings
• A charged phone or camera
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Is the falcon show good for children?
Yes, children 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. We offer free cancellation. Just message us as soon as you know.
Is there vegetarian food at dinner?
Yes, the BBQ buffet has both veg and non-veg dishes.
Can you collect me from Abu Dhabi?
For the Abu Dhabi desert safari, yes, we pick up from Abu Dhabi hotels. Our other trips pick up from Dubai hotels.
Booking Made Easy
You get instant confirmation and free cancellation on every trip. Seats are limited each day, so it helps to book early in winter. Wear comfortable clothes, bring sunglasses and leave your best shoes at the hotel. If you're here for a few days, it's easy to combine two trips, like an evening safari and a sunrise tour, and we can help you plan the timing.
Ready to go? WhatsApp us on +971 50 991 2456 to book your desert safari excursion Dubai trip. You can also see every tour at desertsafariexcursion.com. Tell us your date and how many people are coming, and Desert Safari Excursion we'll take it from there.
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