Book Your Morning Desert Safari in Dubai
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Morning Desert Safari with Adventure Activities, Camel Ride & Sandboarding - Al Khayma Camp
- 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 indulging in Dubai desert activities like off-roading on the dunes & 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 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.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned 4x4 Land Cruiser
- A professional licensed safari guide
- 30-45 mins dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle (as per ticket option)
- 30 mins quad biking (as per ticket option)
- Sandboarding
- Photos stop
- Desert camp visit
- A short camel ride (repeatable)
- Cold mineral water
Exclusions
- Dune buggy
- 7am: Pick-up in 4x4 Land Cruiser
- 8am: Rest for a while in the Lahbab Red Dunes desert site
- 8:40am: Dune Bashing
- 9:15am: Sandboarding
- 9:30am: Arabian hospitality with drinks and snacks at Al Khayma Camp
- Drop-off
Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.
This ticket has the following options you can choose from:
- Quad Biking, Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
- Quad Biking, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
- Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Sandboarding - Shared Transfers
- Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Sandboarding - PrivateTransfers
- Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
- 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.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Sunrise Desert Safari with Picnic Breakfast
- Experience the desert safari differently during this sunrise desert safari Dubai 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 Dubai desert 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.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- Dune drive
- Light refreshments (coffee, water, soft drinks)
- Picnic breakfast
- Sandboarding
Exclusions
- Dune bashing
- Quad bike
- 4:30am: Pick-up
- 5am: Sunrise at Hajar mountains
- 6am: Desert picnic breakfast
- 7am: Sandboarding
- 7:30am: Drop-off
Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.
- Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
- 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 Visit & Sandboarding
- Grab this ticket to a morning safari with basic desert essentials dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel ride desert Dubai.
- 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 and tasting local Emirati coffee at the camp. Also, enjoy a desert safari camel ride.
- Get a smooth pick-up from your place of accommodation to the desert and back in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- 20-30 mins dune bashing in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
- Sandboarding
- Photo-stop at a camel farm
- Desert campsite visit
- Camel ride
- Shisha
- Arabic coffee
Exclusions
- Quad bike
- 6am: Pick-up
- 7am: Sandboarding
- 8am: 30-min Dune Bashing and then drive back to camp
- 9am: Camel ride
- 9:30am: Shisha along with Emirati coffee and gahwa
- 11am: Drop-off
Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.
- Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
- 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.
Morning Heritage Safari of Al Marmoom Oasis by Vintage Mercedes
- Ever experienced a traditional Bedouin village? Travel through the Al Marmoom Desert Reserve while admiring the sandy desert dunes.
- Get picked up from your accommodation as a Vintage G Class Mercedes 1980s awaits as you travel through this beautiful desert region.
- Capture picturesque moments of your ride and pose with the national bird of the region, the majestic falcon.
- Get welcomed with gahwa and sweets and indulge in a traditional Emirati Breakfast.
- Discover the desert on a camel caravan and witness a live Arabic coffee-making session once you're back. - Learn about the Bedouin heritage as you explore various activities organized in this village.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned shared/private modern vehicle
- Open-air Vintage G Class Mercedes 1980s desert ride
- Traditional welcome at the authentic Bedouin Village
- 10-12 mins camel caravan ride (can be repeated twice)
- Live Arabic coffee-making session
- Arabian makeover (Kandura for men, Abaya for women to be returned after use)
- Take photos with falcon
- Bedouin breakfast
Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- 8:30am: Pick-up from accommodation
- Board the Vintage G Class Mercedes 1980s
- After 30-40 mins, halt for a photo op
- Visit Bedouin Village
- Caravan Ride
- Live Arabic-coffee-making session
- Traditional Emirati Breakfast
- Drop-off at accommodation
Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.
This ticket has the following options you can choose from:
- Morning Heritage Safari of Al Marmoom Oasis + Shared Transfers
- Morning Heritage Safari of Al Marmoom Oasis + Private Transfers
- The duration of the tour is 4 hours, including pick-up and drop-off timings.
- Children below 5 years will be accepted at the child rate and a child seat will be provided. However, they are not permitted for a camel ride, they will need to stay with an adult at the Bedouin Village or follow the camel caravan.
- It's recommended to wear lightweight clothing during summer. Carry a light jacket during winter.
- Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, and hat.
- The experience is not suitable for wheelchair users, people with mobility issues, people with back and neck problems, and pregnant women.
- It is recommended to not carry expensive items for this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Dune Bashing & Sand Boarding Desert Safari Dubai
- Wake yourself up with some early morning dune bashing, sand boarding, and a camel ride through Dubai's desert.
- Experience mind-blowing views as you see the sunrise, and choose from ticket options to include a quad bike ride.
- Go on an exhilarating dune buggy ride over the Red Dunes of Al Lahbab.
- Scale massive sandy peaks as you discover the thrill of dune bashing in the Arabian Desert.
- Try to surf the grainy waves on a Sand Board!
- Keep your treasured memories alive with a desert-themed photo session at a scenic point in the middle of the wilderness.
- Have a relaxing yet fascinating camel ride through the desert.
Inclusions
- Pick-up and drop-off in a shared or private AC vehicle (as per option selected)
- 50-mins dune bashing
- Sand boarding
- 30-min quad bike ride (optional)
- Camel ride
- Photo session
- Cold mineral water
Exclusions
- Desert camp visit
- Meals
- Entertainment
- 7 or 8am onwards: Pick-up at Dubai
- 7:30 or 8:30am onwards: Dune bashing at Al Lahbab
- 8 or 9am onwards: Sand boarding and optional quad bike ride
- 9 or 10am onwards: Photo-op and camel rides
- 11am or 12pm onwards: Drop-off at Dubai
This ticket has the following options:
- Desert Safari with Shared Transfers
- Desert Safari with Shared Transfers + Quad Bike Adventure
- Private Desert Safari
-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.
- All vehicles are fully insured and equipped with safety features including a first-aid kit, roll bars, seat belts, and GPS.
- 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.
- A private car 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 Safari in Dubai
There's more to Dubai than the enchanting seas, a glittering skyline, and an endless roster of things to do for all age groups. However, if you choose to step out of the glitz and glamour of the city, we have a wonderful entertainment option for all age groups: a morning desert safari! Head out to the golden deserts during early hours of the day to catch a magnificent sunrise, try thrilling activities such as dune-bashing and sandboarding, and discover bedouin life.
Why Go on a Morning Desert Safari in Dubai?
- Watch the Sunrise: Get a delightful start to the day by watching the rays of the rising sun glimmer off the golden sands.
- Desert Breakfast: Have a lovely desert breakfast or morning picnic with your loved ones.
- Adventure Activities: Indulge in exciting adventure activities like Dune Bashing, Quad Biking and Sandboarding.
- Bedouin Culture: Learn about life in the desert from Bedouin storytellers.
- Camel Rides: Head on a calming and memorable camel ride.
- Nature Safari: Go on a nature safari to learn about the plants and animals of the desert.
All Your Morning Desert Safari Dubai Tour Options Explained
Morning Desert Safari + Adventure
Head out in a 4x4 AC vehicle to see the sunrise and also prepare yourself for an adventure with Morning Desert Safari + Adventure tickets. You can go Dune Bashing, Sandboarding and even Quad Biking while you also enjoy the serene mornings of the Dubai Desert. You can even enjoy some authentic Arabic coffee and snacks while you relax at the desert camp.
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Morning Desert Safari + Food
Depending on which one you opt for, some morning desert safari tours also include meals as part of the experience. You can either go for a relaxing picnic breakfast on the golden sands or even experience the traditional Emirati breakfast at an authentic Bedouin camp. Enjoy delicious delicacies like chabab, balaleet, gahwa, chai, and much more.
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Morning Desert Safari + Wildlife
If you like indulging yourself in nature, then the Morning Desert Safari + Wildlife ticket is your best option. You can head to an authentic Bedouin camp and explore the desert wildlife on a nature safari in a vintage Land Rover. Experience a falconry performance, meet a Saluki dog, and also go on a lovely camel ride.
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How to Choose the Best Morning Desert Safari in Dubai
Here are some things that you should consider when picking your morning safari:
Duration
While some morning desert safaris are short (about 4 hours), some are much longer (6-7 hours). Depending on your itinerary, you will have to decide what duration or skipping what activities would be the best for you. If you can spare the time, morning safaris are much better to experience adventure activities and try desert activities.
Budget
Depending on the activities and facilities/services included, the price of your safari may differ. Budget safaris are fairly shorter and include a few adventure activities with photo stops. The more expensive safaris allow you to indulge in traditional food, explore wildlife & nature and more.
Activities
Activities included in your morning desert safari would vary based on your budget, schedule, preference etc. If you’re an adventurer, you can opt for a safari that includes activities such as dune-bashing, sandboarding, and more. But if you want to explore nature, wildlife and Bedouin culture, then a wildlife or heritage safari would be better for you.
Why Book Morning Desert Safaris in Dubai Online?
Booking your Morning Desert Safari tickets online would be your best bet. Here are some reasons why.
Great Discounts: You can get great deals and discounts when booking your morning desert safari tickets online.
Convenience: Your online tickets will be confirmed immediately and sent to your phone as mobile tickets. Simply display these tickets to your guide and enjoy all the experiences hassle-free.
Advanced Booking: You can book your safari a few days ahead to ensure that you get the safari that you want, plan your travel and enjoy a nice time without worrying about anything at the last minute.
Morning Desert Safari Dubai Highlights
Here's what to expect on a morning safari in Dubai:
Dune Bashing
Get your adrenaline pumping as you slam and bash into the golden sand dunes! An expert driver adept at maneuvering the sands will drive you up and down the dunes in a 4x4 AC vehicle. This is one activity you can enjoy with anyone!
Know more: Dune bashing in Dubai
Quad Biking
If you’re into extreme sports, then Quad Biking is definitely meant for you. You can zoom up and down the dunes and also challenge your friends for a fun race. An expert will guide you through all the safety measures and you don’t need a driving license either!
Know more: Quad biking in Dubai
Sandboarding
If you’ve ever gone skiing or snowboarding, you know that Sandboarding is an experience you can’t miss, and it’s something that everyone can enjoy! So strap yourself to a sandboard and glide down some of the tallest dunes along with your friends!
Know more: Sandboarding in Dubai
Camel Rides
A desert safari would be incomplete without experiencing how the local people traditionally travel through the desert. Sit on the back of a camel and enjoy a serene ride through the desert. You can also choose to visit the camel farm and feed them.
Know more: Camel rides in Dubai
Sunrise
One of the biggest highlights of going on a Morning Desert Safari would be to watch a beautiful sunrise among the sand dunes. Your vehicle will pick you up in the wee hours and drive you through the desert to watch the skies slowly shift colors from night to daylight.
Nature Safari
You can even explore nature and wildlife on your Morning Desert Safaris. An expert guide will take you on a nature safari while showing you some notable animals and plants of the desert. You can also learn about the different conservation techniques used to preserve life in the desert.
Know more: Dubai desert nature safari
Bedouin Experience
If you opt for a premium Morning Desert Safari, you can head to an authentic Bedouin camp and learn about Emirati culture. You can watch the food being prepared in live kitchens, listen to some of the local stories, and even partake in traditional folk dances.
Know more: Heritage desert safari
Picnic
Another great highlight of a Morning Desert Safari is having a lovely picnic breakfast on the cool sands as the warm rays of the rising sun soothe your skin. Enjoy a lovely breakfast with your friends or family under the blue skies as you make new memories on the golden sands.
Have a Picnic Breakfast
Return transfers
A major benefit of booking your morning desert safari in Dubai with us is that you get complimentary round-trip return transfers. in An air-conditioned vehicle, you'll be picked up from your hotel or a central meeting point in the city, and dropped back after your safari. This will save you the hassle of taking care of your commute since the deserts are located far outside the city.
What to Expect on a Morning Desert Safari in Dubai?
All morning desert safari tours include transfers. As the desert or camp will be located outside the city limits, a driver will pick you up from your hotel in an AC vehicle at a specific time in the morning. Simply give your tour guide the location of your hotel at the time of the booking. The duration and whether you get shared or private transfers will depend on the ticket you buy.
The activities that come next will also depend on the tickets you buy. A guide or instructor will be present with you at all times and accompany you in your activities to ensure safety as well. Once you’ve experienced all the activities on your safari, you will be dropped back at your hotel.
Visitor Tips for Morning Desert Safaris in Dubai
- Carry sunscreen to prevent yourself from getting sunburned.
- Carry a pair of shades to protect your eyes.
- Keep a bottle of water with you at all times. Stay hydrated.
- Wear comfortable cotton clothes.
- Avoid wearing short skirts as you will have to eat on the floor.
- Cover your head with a hat or scarf to keep it cool.
- Wear flip-flops or open-toed footwear.
- Always follow the instructions of your guide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Morning Desert Safaris in Dubai
Absolutely! There's no doubt about it. It's the best time of day to spend your time trying exciting activities across a vast expanse of golden sand dunes in Dubai. You'll get the unique chance to try adventure activities such as sandboarding, dune-bashing, camel riding, quad biking and more, with your friends and family. You'll also get to try a wide variety of dishes as part of the breakfast experience. You can discover the rare wildlife and plants that are found in the desert, as well as get the chance to learn about Bedouin culture.
Start your day early and indulge in an adventure in the deserts of Dubai. Watch the sunrise, try adventure activities such as dune-bashing, sandboarding, and quad biking among others, indulge in a delicious breakfast menu, and learn about local Bedouin culture. Finally, your safari also includes round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.
While there are several that you can choose from, the best options would often depend on your budget and schedule. Here are our best recommendations:
1. Dune Bashing & Sand Boarding Desert Safari Dubai
2. Morning Desert Safari with Adventure Activities, Camel Ride & Sandboarding - Al Khayma Camp
3. Sunrise Desert Safari with Picnic Breakfast
It depends on what you're looking for. Morning desert safaris have the advantage of being held during early hours of the day, allowing you to enjoy the experience in bright daylight. Moreover, morning safaris focus on adventure activities which may be difficult to experience during the evening, so that's another advantage of opting for these. Evening safaris include elaborate BBQ dinners and live entertainment, focusing more on the entertainment aspect of the experience. Finally, another major indication is cost. Morning safaris are relatively lower priced compared to evening safaris in Dubai.
While the price may vary depending on the experience and inclusions you opt for, our starting price for morning safaris is as low as only AED 95.
Yes! Every experience you book with us includes round-trip return transfers. You'll be picked up from your hotel or a common meeting point in the city in an air-conditioned vehicle and dropped back after the safari. This will save you the hassle of planning your commute, since the deserts are located quite far from the city.
The summer months between June to September get quite hot during the desert and may not be the ideal time to go for a morning desert safari. It's best to visit between October to April to enjoy pleasant mornings in the desert.
It's best to wear comfortable cotton clothing like trousers, shorts, and t-shirts, with breathable shoes on your safari in Dubai. Don’t forget to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat, cap, or scarf.
Pregnant women, guests with heart, neck, or spine conditions, and senior citizens are advised to avoid adventure activities such as dune bashing.
