🏜️ Desert Safari Dubai – Detailed Itineraries

Dubai’s desert safari experiences cater to every type of traveler—from short morning adventures to overnight stargazing escapes.

1️⃣ Morning Desert Safari (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Perfect for: Families, early risers, photographers, short tours.

Itinerary

• 09:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Dubai

• 09:30 AM: Arrival at desert camp & short briefing

• 10:00 AM: Dune bashing in a 4×4 vehicle

• 10:45 AM: Camel ride across the desert

• 11:15 AM: Sandboarding on the golden dunes

• 11:45 AM: Short break & refreshments

• 12:00 PM: Drop-off at your hotel

Highlights: Adventure without late-night return, photography opportunities, cooler morning weather

2️⃣ Evening Desert Safari (3:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Perfect for: Most travelers, couples, adventure + cultural experience

Itinerary

• 03:00 PM: Hotel pick-up

• 03:45 PM: Dune bashing in 4×4

• 04:30 PM: Sandboarding & camel rides

• 05:15 PM: Sunset photography over desert dunes

• 05:45 PM: Arrival at desert camp

• 06:00 PM: Cultural activities:

  • Henna painting

  • Shisha experience

  • Traditional dress photo session

• 07:00 PM: BBQ dinner with live entertainment:

  • Tanoura dance

  • Belly dance

  • Fire show

• 08:30 PM: Free time for desert stroll & photos

• 09:00 PM: Drop-off at hotel

Highlights: Sunset views, full Arabian cultural experience, live entertainment

3️⃣ Overnight Desert Safari (8:00 PM – 8:00 AM)

Perfect for: Adventure lovers, stargazers, couples, photography enthusiasts

Itinerary

• 08:00 PM: Pick-up from hotel

• 08:30 PM: Dune bashing under evening sky

• 09:15 PM: Camel ride & sandboarding

• 09:45 PM: Arrival at desert camp

• 10:00 PM: Cultural activities:

  • Henna & traditional dress

  • Shisha & tea/coffee

• 10:30 PM: BBQ dinner + live shows (Tanoura & belly dance)

• 12:00 AM – 04:00 AM: Desert camping experience, star gazing, optional storytelling around campfire

• 04:30 AM: Optional early morning desert walk / photography of sunrise

• 06:00 AM: Breakfast at the camp

• 07:00 AM: Departure back to hotel

• 08:00 AM: Arrival at hotel

Highlights: Stargazing, camping under desert sky, sunrise photography, complete Arabian experience

✅ Tips for All Safari Types

• Wear comfortable clothes & closed shoes

• Carry sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera

• Evening & overnight safaris are slightly cooler, bring light jackets

• Morning safari is best for photography & short schedules