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The Arabian Desert \u2013 a seemingly endless sea of golden sand \u2013 calls out to the adventurer and the thrill seeker. Easily accessible from the global city of Dubai, the Desert opens up a whole new world and gives you a chance to experience it in thrilling, new ways. Of course, there are desert safaris,<\/a> camel rides and dinners under the stars but, you should know, that the Desert serves up heart-stopping action too. When in Dubai, sign up to conquer the Arabian Desert\u2019s swirling, ever-changing dunes with dune bashing, quad biking, sand boarding, and buddy riding. If you want a more serene yet rewarding escapade in the Desert, there\u2019s hot air ballooning too. Here are the six best desert adventure activities in Dubai!<\/p>\n

Top 5 adventure desert safaris in Dubai<\/h2>\n

Top desert adventure sports in Dubai<\/h2>\n

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Dune bashing<\/h2>\n

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Speed through the highs and lows of countless dunes in thunderous 4×4 vehicles that twist and turn in the sea of sand. Dune bashing<\/a> is a beloved adventure sport in Dubai\u2019s golden-sand desert and it offers the daredevils the chance to join an experienced driver on a roller coaster ride through the dunes. As your vehicle skillfully flies through the dunes, you\u2019ll feel the ultimate rush of the swirls of sand flying past you, the ground slipping beneath you, and the peaks and the valleys of the sand formations \u2013 rewarding you with an unforgettable ride!<\/p>\n

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Quad biking<\/h2>\n

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Ride the ultimate mean machines through the towering dunes of the Arabian Desert on quad bikes.<\/a> These all-terrain vehicles will test your skill and your love for the thrill as you ascend and descend your way through the dune slopes. Open to, both, novices and pro, quad biking in Dubai is perfect for those who seek to master the desert trail.<\/p>\n

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Dune buggy riding<\/h2>\n

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Gather your fellow thrill chasers and take the dune buggy out for a spin in the sandy, expansive desert. An open-air, 4×4 vehicle with monstrous wheels, the dune buggy effortlessly climbs its way atop imposing dunes and glides headily into deep valleys while you hold on for your life and scream out of sheer joy. With dune buggy riding, you can also enjoy moments of serenity as you take in stunning desert vistas from dune peaks. Ridden by expert drivers, your dune buggy is your portal into an untouched land of adventure! <\/p>\n

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Fat bike riding<\/h2>\n

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Dominating the Arabian Desert atop a two-wheeler in not a far-fetched dream anymore! With the fat bike, you can cycle through the desert and take in the life it sustains with this slow-paced adventure activity. If you are less keen on adrenaline surging through your veins and more interested in getting to know the desert intimately, fat biking is just for you. You\u2019ll use your sheer strength to make your way across the desert, stopping to admire a herd of Oryx or observe an encampment of Bedouins from afar \u2013 with fat biking you\u2019ll embark on a true exploration of the legendary Arabian Desert.<\/p>\n

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Sand boarding<\/h2>\n

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With the rugged Hajar Mountains serving as an impressive background, you can spend a day sandboarding<\/a> through the tallest dune peaks of the Arabian Desert. The desert equivalent of snowboarding, sandboarding offers you the opportunity to dash, fly and glide across the sand dunes as you lithely hold your balance on a sandboard. Bound to put a triumphant smile on your adventurous face, sandboarding is a great way to conquer the desert in style.<\/p>\n

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Hot air ballooning<\/h2>\n

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Watch the golden rays of the sun warm up the skies over an expansive desert landscape from 4,000 feet above the ground. Soak in the sun and sweeping views of the desert with a hot air balloon ride.<\/a> As the floating balloon, gently makes its way across the sky, you can take in the scenes below, watching herds of camels, gazelles, and oryxes make their way across the sandy terrain. This is an Arabian Desert tale you\u2019ll recount many times over your lifetime.<\/p>\n

Are adventure safaris in Dubai safe for children?<\/h2>\n

Yes, it is. In Dubai, the desert safari tours are led by seasoned operators who strive to offer customers adventure whose every detail is planned and carefully executed. Each activity has been repeatedly tested for safety, including, the vehicle and operators have maintained the highest safety standards for decades. Additionally, the drivers, instructors and experts who lead these activities have exceptional qualifications and are trained to put your (no matter how old you are) safety first.<\/p>\n

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