The Dubai Desert Safari Experience is definitely one of the best activities to do in Dubai with family and friends. These safari tours are fun, thrilling, and entertaining. More importantly, they are safe, and everyone can participate regardless of their age or skill level.
If you have never been on a desert safari adventure tour before and don’t know what it offers then be sure to read this brief guide explaining the best activities and experiences to expect here that’ll make your vacations even more memorable.
What to Expect in a Desert Safari Dubai Tour
Here are some of the popular activities to expect on a desert safari tour:
Dune Bashing
Dune bashing is arguably the most popular and exciting activity on desert safari tours. Here the visitors can enjoy an amazing and thrilling riding experience through the toughest desert terrain on 4×4 vehicles like Landcruisers or Pajeros. The tourists have the option to drive the vehicle themselves or take an expert driver for the ride and allow him to drive.
The experience is similar to riding a roller coaster due to the bumpy tracks in the desert. These rides are sure to pump you with adrenaline.
Quad Biking
ATV quad biking is another fun and exciting activity to try on desert safari tours. Quad bikes are four-wheel bikes designed to be driven on tough desert surfaces. They are fast, agile, and lightweight, making them suitable for driving in the desert.
Quad biking is optional and not included in the standard safari package. You can include it as an additional activity.
Remember that ATV quad biking is a risky activity. Therefore, drive carefully and wear the safety equipment provided, which includes a helmet, gloves, and goggles. For more safety tips, please read our Ultimate Guide To Desert Safari Tours.
Sandboarding
Sandboarding is another fun and adventure activity to enjoy and participate in during the desert safari tour. It is similar to snowboarding where people slide down from steep snowy slopes on a special board while maintaining their body balance.
However, on a desert safari, you slide down from tall dunes on special boards in a similar way and enjoy the thrill of exploring the desert landscape in a unique way. The experience is very amazing, and you’ll certainly enjoy it. As a beginner, we recommend you practice first and start sliding from small dunes before moving onto bigger ones.
Sunrise and Sunset Views
The sunrise and sunset views in the desert should not be missed at all. The safari tours offer the perfect chance to witness both of these phenomena up close and capture them on a camera. The Evening and Overnight tours are best for checking these views. Remember to bring a camera along, or you can hire a professional photographer from the tour company for an additional price.
Camel Riding
Desert safari tours also present a perfect opportunity to experience and enjoy the rich Arab culture. The camel riding is one such experience. This slow and bumpy ride takes you back to the past when the locals travelled in these areas on these majestic desert animals.
While riding you can enjoy the beauty of the surrounding areas and experience what it means to live like a Bedouin for a day.
Campsite Dance and Cultural Entertainment
Talking about the culture, the real fun begins at the desert campsite. After you are done with your desert activities, please head down to the campsite and enjoy captivating entertainment like dance shows like Belly dance, Tanoura dance and fire shows. You can even participate in these dances and enjoy memorable moments.
These camps are especially decorated in traditional style with carpets, cushions and furniture used in old times. You can upgrade to a premium option with sofa seating and table dining.
Some other cultural activities here include henna painting, falconry shows, and Arabic dress-up photography.
Delicious BBQ Dinner
On desert safaris, you also get a chance to eat a delicious BBQ dinner freshly prepared by the chefs. The dishes include many grilled dishes like kebabs, lamb chops, shish tawook, and sticks, as well as shawarma, hummus sauces, and a variety of juices.
The BBQ dinner is served on Evening and Overnight Desert safari packages. So when Choosing The Dubai Desert Safari Package remember to book from these two options. You can also customize it as per your requirements.
Conclusion
These are the main activities to expect on desert safari tours. You have the option to customize and include or exclude any activities. These tours are best enjoyed with families and groups of friends, so please remember to try them during your visit to the city. For more information and affordable packages, please contact Desert Planet Tourism.
Bilal Mohsin
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