Everyone wants a good price, and a desert trip is no different. The problem is that Dubai has hundreds of safari offers, and lots of them look the same online. This guide explains how our desert safari Dubai deals work, what you get at each price and how to spot an offer that cuts the wrong corners.
The AED 65 Safari, Explained
The package most people book is our Desert Safari Deal, which now costs AED 65 per person, down from AED 130. This is the full evening trip, not a shortened one. You get hotel pickup in a 4x4, dune bashing on the red sand, a camel ride, a BBQ dinner at the desert camp and live shows. Plan for about six hours in total, with drop-off at your hotel at around 9 PM.
If you want a cheap desert safari Dubai trip, it's very hard to beat that. And nothing important is left out: dinner and the shows are already part of the price. Even a budget desert safari Dubai trip should feel like a proper night out, and this one does.
Is AED 65 Too Good to Be True?
Guests often ask how a full safari can cost just AED 65. Part of the reason is that you book directly with us, rather than through a big booking platform that adds commission on top. That saving goes straight into a lower price for you. You still get real dune bashing, a real desert camp and a proper dinner, so you're not giving anything up.
Pay Nothing Until the Day
One thing guests love is that you don't pay anything in advance. You book on WhatsApp in about 30 seconds, we send your pickup details, and you pay on the day of the tour. It's a simple desert safari pay on arrival setup, so if your plans change, there's no refund to chase.
This matters more than people think. Lots of websites ask you to pay everything up front, then make changes hard. We'd rather you pay once you've actually met us.
Our Other Packages
Most people are happy with the AED 65 trip, but there are other options. Here's a quick look at our other desert safari Dubai offers.
VIP Desert Safari Deal
The VIP desert safari deal costs AED 100 per person instead of AED 150. You get a premium 4x4 and VIP seats at the camp. Couples and families celebrating something often go for this one.
Quad Bike Deal
If you want to drive yourself, the desert safari with quad bike deal is AED 145 instead of AED 200. It includes a quad ride on the dunes, dune bashing and the BBQ dinner. The Premium Desert Safari at AED 270 gives you a 30-minute quad ride, a VIP camp area and dinner.
Morning Trip
Busy in the evening? The click here morning safari runs for three to four hours, with dune bashing and sandboarding. If you're comparing morning desert safari Dubai price options, ours starts at AED 90, and you're back in time for lunch.
Hummer Safari
For something different, our Hummer desert safari Dubai is AED 150 per person. You ride in a Hummer H2 for a 45-minute dune drive, and it's a lot of fun.
Drive Yourself
Have your own 4x4? You can drive to the camp yourself. The self drive desert safari price is only AED 40 per person, and parking is free, while the Own Car Desert Safari starts at AED 25. The camp location comes to you on WhatsApp once you book.
There's also an overnight safari at AED 250 and an Abu Dhabi desert safari at AED 100, for guests who want something different.
What a Typical Evening Looks Like
Our driver picks you up from your hotel in the afternoon, and we confirm the exact time on WhatsApp the day before. Before long, the buildings give way to sand. At the edge of the desert, the driver lets some air out of the tyres, and then the fun starts. The 4x4 goes up and over the dunes at angles that make everyone laugh, and it's usually the highlight for most guests.
Next, you stop on a dune to watch the sun go down. Grab a few photos, and then just enjoy the view. At camp, you can ride a camel before the BBQ dinner is served. The shows start after dinner, and then it's time for the drive back to your hotel.
How to Spot a Bad Deal
Cheap is only good if the trip is still good. Before you book anywhere, ask a few simple questions:
• Does the price include hotel pickup?
• How long is the dune bashing?
• Is it a proper BBQ dinner or a light snack?
• Which activities at the camp cost extra?
• Do you pay now or on the day?
A fair Dubai desert safari offer gives you clear answers to all of these. If the answers are vague, keep looking.
When to Book
October to April is the busiest season, since the evenings are cool and great for sitting out at the camp. Weekends fill up fast, so book a few days ahead if you can. Summer trips still run, and the evening safari is the better choice then.
The trip suits families too. Kids love the camel ride and the shows, and the dune bashing can be gentler if you ask the driver.
Quick Questions
Is AED 65 the price per person?
Yes, it's per person and includes pickup, dune bashing, a camel ride, dinner and shows.
Do I have to pay in advance?
No. You book on WhatsApp and pay on the day of the tour.
Can children come?
Yes, it's family friendly. Tell us when you book if you're travelling with small children, so we can plan the day around them.
I get motion sickness. Should I still go?
Eat light before the trip and sit in the front if you can. You can also ask the driver to take it easy on the dunes.
How do I find the camp for the self drive option?
We send the exact location on WhatsApp after you book.
Grab Your Seat
We keep our desert safari Dubai deals simple: a fair price, a full evening and no payment until the day. Send us a message on WhatsApp at +971 50 991 2456 or call +971 56 127 7925, and we'll hold your seats for you. Or book online at desertsafarideal.com.