Morning Desert Safari with Adventure Activities, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
- On this exciting morning desert safari, head to the Lahbab Red Dunes desert – for some dune bashing & sandboarding – and the Al Khayma camp for relaxation and a camel ride.
- Roughly about 45 minutes from Dubai city, get picked up from your hotel in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a local guide.
- On reaching your destination, you’ll soon be off-roading on the dunes and coming back down again in your Land Cruiser!
- In this approx 45-min ride, the vehicle will move at varying speeds to get your adrenaline pumping.
- Sandboarding is a trendy and fun board sport to definitely try next.
- Check out quad biking if you want to upgrade your dune experience.
- The last part of this morning's safari adventure is a visit to the Al Khayma desert camp. Relax and savor some Arabic coffee, sweets, and dates.
- Near the camp, enjoy a short camel ride (repeatable) before it’s time to be dropped back to the city.
This ticket has the following options you can choose from:
- Quad Biking, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
- Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
- Quad Bike, Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
- Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
- It is advised to wear lightweight clothing during summers. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a jacket during winters.
- It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during dune bashing.
- The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.
- Only guests aged 16 and above can take part in quad biking. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult on the quad bike.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Sunrise Desert Safari with Picnic Breakfast
- Experience the desert safari differently during this sunrise safari with a picnic breakfast and sandboarding.
- You'll stop in the middle of the flat desert and watch the dunes and Hajar mountain range light up as the sun rises.
- Savour a hearty picnic breakfast on the cool sands.
- Zoom down the sand dunes as you surf on a sandboard.
- Drive back to your accommodation with Kodak moments from the golden hour.
- Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
- It is advised to wear lightweight clothing during summers. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a jacket during winters.
- This experience is not suitable for pregnant women, people with heart ailments, and back or neck problems.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Morning Desert Safari with Camel Farm & Sandboarding
- Grab this ticket to a morning safari with basic desert essentials like camel riding, dune bashing, and sandboarding.
- Sandboard down the dunes, and visit a camel farm in the desert.
- Bash sand dunes in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle - promising you an exciting time.
- From here, you'll head to the campsite where you can enjoy your welcome refreshments.
- Enjoy activities like shisha smoking, camel riding, and tasting local Emirati coffee at the camp.
- Get a smooth pick-up from your place of accommodation to the desert and back in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
- It is advised to wear lightweight clothing during summers. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a jacket during winters.
- It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during dune bashing.
- The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Premium Bedouin Culture Safari, Emirati Breakfast & Wildlife Experience
- An immersive heritage morning safari experience awaits you in the pristine Dubai Conservation Reserve – UAE’s largest protected wildlife conservation zone.
- Receive an adventure pack and wear your traditional headscarf – included in the pack – to protect yourself against the heat. Enjoy a short camel ride to an authentic Bedouin camp.
- Completely explore the Bedouin camp, its traditional cooking stations, and the local animals.
- From spending time with the Bedouin and listening to their stories, get a glimpse into how the ancestors of the Emiratis hunted and thrived with limited resources in the unforgiving desert.
- Other parts of this camp experience include a 25-minute falconry performance before breakfast and meeting the hunting dog of the Bedouin – the regal Saluki breed.
- Watch how food is carefully prepared in the camp and with what ingredients. Sample a delicious and exotic breakfast amidst the welcoming atmosphere of the camp.
- Join in a traditional dance performance by young locals.
- End this satisfying cultural experience by learning about the surrounding wildlife in a 1-hour nature safari in a vintage Land Rover.
- Stress-free transfers will keep you relaxed. All you have to do is choose between a private or shared vehicle.
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- Private Transfers
- Shared Transfers
- Check the Bedouin breakfast menu here.
- It is advised to wear lightweight clothing during summers. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a jacket during winters.
- Arabic jackets (Besht) are available for guests in the camp on request should the temperature drop.
- Vegetarian, vegan, kosher-style, and/or gluten-free dietary requirements can be accommodated if informed during booking.
- The nature drive is not recommended for guests who are more than 3 months pregnant.
- A private transfer booking is required if traveling with children aged 5 and under..
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Morning Desert Safaris
An enchanting sea, a stunning skyline, and a variety of activities to keep tourists of all ages entertained: Dubai truly is a one-stop destination for travelers from all over the world. Hidden away on the outskirts of Dubai lies a whole new world of entertainment: the golden desert. The next time you’re looking for something different to try in the City of Gold, a morning desert safari should be high up on the list!
Why Go for a Morning Desert Safari in Dubai?
Mornings in Dubai are quite pleasant; you’ll find cool breeze and less crowds everywhere you go. If you opt for a morning desert safari in Dubai, you’re in for quite a treat! The desert landscape is serene and calm, perfect for trying your hand at various activities like sandboarding and dune-bashing, indulging in a delicious breakfast buffet and try your hand at camel riding or henna painting.
Dubai Morning Desert Safari Highlights
Both morning and evening desert safaris in Dubai are spectacular in their own ways. From exciting activities to scrumptious meals in line, you’re sure to walk away with memories for a lifetime. Here, we highlight the benefits of opting for a morning desert safari.
Weather
Contrary to popular belief, early mornings in the desert are cool and pleasant, without the heat the day brings. If you opt for a morning desert safari in Dubai, the light breeze and tranquility around will surely enhance your experience. An added benefit of opting for a morning safari is that you can spot some rare animal and plant species that are indegeneous only to deserts.
Experiences
A morning desert safari is ideal to make the most of your chosen activities. Enjoy the adrenaline rush that comes with thrilling activities like dune-bashing, where you zoom around golden sand dunes in a 4x4. The golden sun serves as the perfect backdrop while you participate in activities like sandboarding and quad biking, or those specific to morning safaris, like hot air balloon rides.
Dining
Your morning desert safari is incomplete without indulging in a delightful buffet breakfast. Both vegetarians and non-vegetarians can enjoy a wide spread of local and continental delicacies. Your breakfast meal allows you to have multiple servings, perfect once you’ve worked up an appetite after some thrilling activities. Enjoy dishes like balaleet (sweet noodles), rgaag (arabic bread with egg) and chbaab (pancakes).
What to Expect on a Morning Desert Safari in Dubai?
Your morning desert safari will begin at your hotel. Based on the fixed time, you will be picked up at your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and taken to the outskirts of the city to the campsite.
Once you reach the campsite, you will begin your exciting day. A slew of fun activities await you based on your booking; participate in thrilling activities like dune-bashing, where you will race along the sand dunes, and sandboarding, where you can slide down the dunes on a customized board.
A major highlight of your experience is that you can take to the skies on a captivating hot air balloon ride (this experience is not included in all morning desert safaris; you can add it as an inclusion in your ticket). Soar high and soak in the mesmerizing view of the endless expanse of golden sands.
Other activities include camel rides and quad biking experiences.
After you’ve completed all the activities, you will be taken for a lovely breakfast that not only includes a variety of international dishes but traditional Arabic meals as well.
Tips for Your Morning Desert Safari
1. Carry sunscreen to protect your skin from the heat of a desert sun
2. We recommend wearing loose, comfortable clothing like trousers and cotton t-shirts
3. It's a good idea to carry a cap or a stole to protect from heat during different activities
4. Carry both closed-toe and open-toe shoes. Sand is bound to get into your shoes and you will require a change.
5. While you will be served breakfast after completion of all activities, it is wise to eat a light, healthy snack like a sandwich or a protein bar before you begin your day
6. Pay close attention to the guidelines provided by your instructor before activities like quad biking and sandboarding
7. Keep in mind that dune-bashing can be risky for little children, pregnant women and those with health issues
All Your Questions About Dubai Morning Desert Safari Answered
A. Dubai Morning Desert Safari tickets are available in various price ranges starting from AED 100. The price of a Dubai Morning Desert Safari ticket depends on the experience and the features included in the ticket.
A. Dubai Morning Desert Safari tickets are available online. You can book tickets for your safari experience in advance by purchasing your tickets online and enjoy amazing deals and discounts.
A. Most Dubai Morning Desert Safari tickets have a super flexible cancellation policy. The cancellation policy depends on the kind of ticket you purchase. Make sure to check your ticket details before purchasing.
A. Along with other desert safari experience, in your Dubai Morning Desert Safari experience you can enjoy 45-minute desert dune driving in 4x4 vehicle, sandboarding, camel riding, quad-biking, etc., depending on the type of ticket you have purchased.
A. Yes, most of the Dubai Morning Desert Safari ticket includes hotel transfers. Make sure to check your ticket details before purchasing. Please note that Pickup/drop-off will be done from hotels centrally located in Dubai’s City Center or Sharjah Sahara Center (Dubai-side), while hotel transfers outside these areas can be arranged at an additional surcharge.
A. Dubai Morning Desert Safari pickup timings will be mentioned on your ticket. Make sure to check your ticket details before purchasing.
A. Yes, Dubai Morning Desert Safari is a safe experience as it takes place following all the safety precautions and guidelines while keeping the idea of comfort of the guests as priority.