Dubai desert safaris are very famous and a must for everyone traveling to Dubai. Desert safaris will become an unforgettable experience for visitors to take back to friends and families as it is worth every penny spent. Desert safaris are generally conducted on all days between 3.30 pm to 9.30 pm. This tour starts in the afternoon and covers the entire desert of Dubai with several photo-stops in between. The first destination is a camel farm. The drive continues across the desert. Desert safaris are generally a part of Dubai tours and a superb Dubai attraction which must not be missed during Dubai travel.
Those taking part in the desert safaris can also enjoy the beautiful sunset before reaching their campsite. You can also indulge in sand boarding, camel rides or try out a henna design on hand or feet. You can also enjoy the delicious barbecue dinner and shisha, the popular Arabic water pipe. You can watch entertainment shows by belly dancers by starlight before returning to Dubai/Sharjah.
As a part of desert safaris in Dubai, the following activities are included:
- Pick up from any point in Dubai and Sharjah between 3.15pm to 4.00 p.m in a four wheel drive.
- Drive along Al Awir road through the desert.
- Sun set photography
- Half an hour of Dune Driving
- Belly dancing
- Camel rides
- Henna Painting
- Shisha
- Bar, Arabic Coffee and Fresh Dates
- Traditional costumes
- Tea, coffee, mineral water and soft drinks
- Buffet Dinner
- Departure at 9.30 pm
- Sand Skiing
No specific minimum number of people are required for undertaking desert safaris. Even one person can go on such a tour. This activity is not recommended for children below three years as it may not be safe for infants because it involves bumpy rides and there are no special seats for babies. Very elderly people and pregnant women should also not take this tour.
The drivers who take travelers on such tours are professionals and licensed drivers. They are also trained in First aid. The cars prevent injuries to passengers by being fitted with roll cage which will prevent injuries in case of desert roll-overs which is very rare. Seat belts are also compulsory for all passengers. Mostly 4×4 Land Cruisers are used for the safaris which are safe. Also passengers are insured from the moment they enter such cars. All the passengers and the cars are covered under insurance.
While going on desert safaris, visitors must not forget to take their cameras as some of the views are simply breathtaking in the desert. You should also avoid jewelry or cell phones and wear comfortable clothing. You must try the Arabic coffee at the camp and enjoy the entertainment shows by belly dancers.
Sand skiing is another important part of the desert safari which must be tried out during your Dubai travel. By using a ski board you can ski from the highest dunes. This sport guarantees a thrilling experience for all the adventure lovers who can try this out during their desert drives in Dubai.
Camel trek is another famous activity in the desert. You can enjoy the sunset while you are on the highest dune. You can enjoy some of the best dinner and drinks at the camp which will be ready to be served for you. You can also see the rare desert vegetation and rare insects of the deserts and enjoy a more personal way to experience the desert environment by going on desert drives during your visit to Dubai.