When it comes to memorable and exciting experiences one can enjoy in Dubai, then nothing comes close to the Overnight Desert Safari tour. Here, you can participate in some of the most thrilling and fun activities that combine adventure and cultural experiences and leave an everlasting impression.
A tour such as this in the wild Arabian deserts under the moonlit skies in a peaceful environment is worth going on if you want to try something unique and adventurous with your friends and family during vacations. Join us as we take you on this exciting journey of desert safari overnight that you will surely remember for a long time.
What is the Overnight Desert Safari Experience in Dubai?
The overnight desert safari tour begins around 5-6:00 PM in the evening around sunset. You will picked up from your hotel in a luxury vehicle that will transport you to the desert. Once you reach the desert, you can enjoy the stunning sunset views or go to a campsite and prepare for your first adventure, usually, 4×4 dune bashing followed by ATV quad biking.
As the night approaches and the stars glow, you can try other safari activities like camel rides and sandboarding. Alternatively, you can go to the campsite, participate in cultural activities like henna painting and Arabic dress-up photography, and watch the dance performances.
You can even enjoy a bonfire with your group outside the camp after the safari, where you can talk about interesting things, catch up on old memories, and feast on a delicious BBQ dinner.
Afterward, you have the choice to either return to the city or spend the night in the desert in a peaceful environment amidst nature and forget all your worries for a while. The overnight safari tour usually lasts for 17 hours and costs around 350 AED per person. For a more premium and VIP camping experience that offers table dining, dedicated guide and customized dinner menu it can cost 499 AED.
Highlights of the Overnight Desert Safari Tour
Here are the main activities that you can participate in while on an overnight safari tour in Dubai:
4×4 Dune Bashing
Dune bashing is for sure the most popular safari activity that you can participate in. Here, you get to ride in a 4×4 Landcruiser with a local driver, or you can drive yourself and explore the deserts in a thrilling and sensational manner.
The rider is similar to a roller coaster because you drive at high speeds on the bumpy desert terrain. There are many Adventure Sites To Explore In Dubai that you can go to. Your tour guide can help you choose the location that best fits your preferences.
ATV Quad Biking
Quad biking is similar to dune bashing and even more exciting because these are open vehicles. When driving at high speeds, one can feel the wind striking the face, which makes the whole experience more awesome. Remember to follow the safety guidelines, wear the protective gear provided, and turn your headlights ‘ON’ since it’s night.
Camel Riding
Camel riding offers a contrasting experience compared to previous activities. When riding these mighty creatures on the bumpy terrain in slow motion, one can feel and enjoy what it means to travel as a Bedouin in the desert and how the locals travelled in these lands in the past before modern inventions.
No need to worry if you are travelling at night; you will be accompanied by a guide who will handle the camel.
Nighttime Entertainment
Once you finish your safari activities and the evening has turned to night, the real fun begins at the campsite. You can try many things here, like henna painting sessions, Arabic dress-up photography, dance shows like Tanoura, a Bonfire outside the camp and a delicious BBQ dinner. All these things certainly make up for a memorable experience.
Night Stay at The Camp
Compared to other safaris, the overnight desert safari is unique because it includes a night stay at a campsite where you can sleep in peaceful surroundings that allow you to forget all your worries for a while. You can bring your own camp or rent from the tour company.
When you wake up the next morning as the sun’s first rays hit, you can watch how the sand colour changes, giving a magical feeling. Finish your safari with a healthy Arabic Breakfast before you leave for the city.
Conclusion
The overnight safari tour in Dubai is certainly a memorable adventure where you can explore the vast Arabian deserts in the moonlight. Here, you can try some exciting activities like dune bashing and camel riding and learn about the rich culture of the Bedouins.
If you don’t want to spend the night in the desert, then you can book the Evening Desert Safari, which offers the same experience but at different times.
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