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 gets you out of the city, onto the red dunes and into a camp for dinner and shows. It's easy to book, good value and fine for most ages.
But there's more than one kind of desert trip. Some people want speed, some want photos, and some just want a relaxed dinner. Below, we walk through each desert safari excursion we run, 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 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 get henna on their hands.
For a little more comfort, try the VIP Desert Safari at AED 130. It comes with a Land Cruiser, VIP seating and four live shows.
Desert Safari with Falcon Show
Falcons are a big part of Emirati culture, 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. You get the full evening safari plus 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. It runs from about 3 PM to 9 PM.
Drive It Yourself
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.
If you want more power, try 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.
For Food Lovers
Some guests care more about the evening than the adrenaline. The luxury desert camp dinner option is AED 210. It comes with a gourmet BBQ, a Tanoura dancer and a fire show. It suits anniversaries and birthdays, or anyone who'd rather take it slow.
For Early Risers
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.
More Day Trips
There are more desert excursions from Dubai to choose from. Our Hatta Mountain Tour costs 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 and picks you up from your Abu Dhabi hotel. It includes a dune drive and henna as part of the trip.
What Happens on the Evening Excursion
The trip starts with hotel pickup in the afternoon. Once you're out of the city, the sand starts and the driver lets some air out of the tyres. 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 plenty of veg and non-veg choices, and then the live shows begin. Then we drive you back to your hotel.
A Word on Safety
It looks a little crazy, but our drivers know these dunes very well. Desert Safari with Falcon Show You stay belted in, and the cars are made for this kind of driving. Have a light lunch and take the front seat if you tend to feel car sick. 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.
Picking the Right Month
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 visit: the standard evening excursion
• Into culture? Pick the falcon safari
• Love speed? Choose the quad bike or buggy trip
• Food lovers: the luxury camp dinner
• Photographers: the sunrise tour or the balloon flight
What to Take With You
• Loose, light clothes
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Shoes you don't mind getting sandy
• 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?
Kids usually love it. The birds stay with their handlers, and you can watch from close by.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Yes. We offer free cancellation. Just message us as soon as you know.
Are there vegetarian options?
Yes. The buffet always has veg and non-veg choices.
Can you collect me from Abu Dhabi?
Yes, for the Abu Dhabi desert safari we collect from hotels in Abu Dhabi. Other trips include pickup from hotels in Dubai.
Before You Book
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. 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 we'll take it from there.
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