The Overnight Desert Safari tour in Dubai is one of the most exciting activities you can enjoy during your vacation. This tour combines adventure, thrill, culture, and desert beauty in one memorable experience. Safari tours in Dubai are family-friendly and are done under strict safety guidance, so there is no need to worry if you are going for the first time.
However, do keep in mind to prepare properly for the desert safari overnight and pack some essential items since you’ll be spending the night in the desert camps. What are these items to pack? Well, continue reading this brief guide as we highlight what important items you should bring for this tour for your comfort.
5 Essential Packing Tips For Overnight Desert Safari Tour
Follow these five packing tips for your overnight desert safari tour:
Packing Proper Clothes
Clothing is very important when going on overnight safari tours. During the day, temperatures are hot and warm in the desert, whereas at night, the temperatures decrease and it gets cold, especially in winter, which is the most suitable time for desert safari tours. So you must dress accordingly.
When you come to the desert in the daytime, wear lightweight clothes that keep your body cool and make you feel relaxed. Cotton and linen fabrics are best for these occasions. However, once the sun goes down, it will get cold, and since you’ll be spending the night in the desert, you must bring sweaters and shawls to keep yourself warm.
For footwear, we recommend wearing closed shoes like boots for daytime safari activities and sandals or flip-flops for nighttime, which make it easier to walk in camps.
Personal Items
While preparing for the overnight safari, bring some personal items you might need during the tour, including sunscreen lotion, a hat, and sunglasses to protect your arms and face from harmful sun rays during the daytime.
Most importantly, a camera that can capture HD photos is a must on any desert safari tour. A DSLR is the best choice; however, a smartphone works fine, too. Bring some extra batteries as well in case you run out of battery life, or, in the case of a smartphone, a power bank is a more suitable choice. Buy a small backpack that is easy to carry for all these items.
For more preparation tips, please read our blog How To Prepare For The Off-Road Private Desert Safari Dubai Tour.
Camping Equipment
Even though most companies provide camping equipment like tents, beds, pillows, etc., they charge extra for these items, and if you want to save money, it is better to bring your own items if you own any. For example, many people prefer sleeping in sleeping bags or want their personal pillows for more comfort.
Additional camping equipment includes a small flashlight for navigating the campsite at night. Binoculars are also suitable for an overnight safari tour and for observing the stars in the skies.
ID Documents and Passport
Whenever traveling outside, always carry your personal ID because you might need it for identification in case of accidents or mishaps. The same is the case for an overnight desert safari tour. If you are a foreigner and don’t have UAE ID, then keep your passport alongside. Also, it is the policy of tour operators in Dubai to bring a passport or ID on the day tour to confirm the booking and keep a record of the visitors.
Preparing Yourself Physically and Mentally
You must prepare yourself physically and mentally for the overnight desert safari tour. This means trying to understand the activities you’ll participate in here and the weather conditions of the desert, which are rather hot, and some of you might not be accustomed to those. Safari rides like dune bashing, quad biking, and sandboarding are quite physically demanding, so only participate if you are physically fit.
If anyone in the group has any medical conditions, they should consult a doctor and get the required medication before going on such tours.
Conclusion
These are five valuable packing tips to remember when preparing for the overnight desert safari tours in Dubai. Remember to pack lightly since it is just for one day, and bring only essential items like clothes, medications, camping equipment, a camera, and a passport. For more information, please call Desert Planet Tourism. Check out our other safari packages, which are Morning Desert Safari and Evening Desert Safari.
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