An Evening Desert Safari in Dubai is one of the most popular options for experiencing the desert's beauty and excitement. Here's what you can expect and how to book one:
- Duration: Typically 6-7 hours, starting in the late afternoon and ending by 9-10 PM.
- Pick-up and Drop-off: Most tours include pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or a central location in Dubai.
- Activities:
- Dune Bashing: A thrilling 30-45 minute ride over the desert dunes in a 4x4 vehicle, usually a Land Cruiser.
- Camel Riding: A short camel ride to experience traditional desert transportation.
- Sandboarding: Slide down the dunes on a sandboard, similar to snowboarding.
- Sunset Photography: Capture the stunning desert sunset, a highlight of the trip.
- Bedouin Camp Experience: Relax in a traditional Bedouin-style camp, complete with Arabian carpets, cushions, and décor.
- Henna Painting: Get intricate henna designs on your hands or feet.
- Falconry Display: Some tours include a demonstration of falconry, with an opportunity to take photos with the birds.
- Live Entertainment: Enjoy performances like belly dancing, Tanoura dance (a traditional spinning dance), and fire shows.
- Dinner Buffet: A delicious BBQ buffet with a variety of Arabic and international dishes, including vegetarian options.
- Shisha: Enjoy smoking flavored shisha (hookah) under the stars.
Ticket Options and Prices
- Standard Evening Desert Safari:
- Price Range: AED 150-300 (USD 40-80) per person.
- Inclusions: Dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding, Bedouin camp experience, BBQ dinner, live entertainment, henna painting, and shisha.
- Premium Evening Desert Safari:
- Price Range: AED 300-500 (USD 80-135) per person.
- Inclusions: All standard safari activities with added perks like VIP seating at the camp, table service for dinner, and additional activities such as quad biking or dune buggy rides (sometimes included or at an extra cost).
- Private Evening Desert Safari:
- Price Range: AED 800-1500 (USD 220-410) per vehicle (up to 6 people).
- Inclusions: Personalized experience with a private vehicle and guide, allowing for a more flexible and intimate experience.
