Desert Safari

Morning Desert Safari with Dune Bashing & Sand Boarding

Wake yourself up with some early morning dune bashing over the Red Dunes of Al Lahbab. Then, go sand boarding and enjoy a camel ride through the Dubai desert. Experience mind-blowing views as you see the sunrise, and enjoy a quad bike ride if you choose the right option.

Great For: Thrill-Seekers | Camel Trekking Enthusiasts | Red Dune Wanderers

4.7/5(186)

Prashanth B

Solo

Verified booking

6 days ago

We had an absolutely fantastic morning desert safari experience! Everything was perfectly organised, from the timely hotel pickup to the exciting desert adventure. The dune bashing in the 4x4 Land Cruiser was thrilling, and the beautiful desert scenery made the experience even more special. We also enjoyed sandboarding, camel riding and plenty of opportunities to capture amazing photographs. Our safari guide was extremely professional, friendly and knowledgeable, ensuring our safety and making the entire experience enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Dubai! If you are looking for an exciting adventure away from the city, this morning desert safari is definitely worth experiencing.

Saikamal I

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Noor was really friendly and knowledgeable. His guidance was great and he suggested us a lot of things. On top of that his driving skills are too good. Cant say more about the photography. He knows tricks how to click pictures. Overall, he is someone I would recommend to my friends and family. He is very polite snd professional.

Madalina M

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Very nice experience, appreciated the punctuality for hotel pick up, the jeep very clean and well maintained, cold water available anytime. Thank you Noor from FunTour for showing us how dune driving is done. A teenage boy was impressed and had the best time. Highly recommended.

Marianne D

Solo

Verified booking

May 2026

Noor, our guide was ever so much fun. He really made the day with his infectious sense of humour and personality. Not to mention his driving skills on the dunes were INSANE. He literally had the car doing gymnastics! It was well organised, safe and exciting. Really recommend this to de-stress and wind down!

Have an extreme desert adventure as you drive over the Red Dunes of Al Lahbab.

Discover the joy of dune bashing in the Arabian Desert as you glide up and down the peaks.

You could even hop on a board and try to surf the sand waves.

Upgrade your ticket to include a quad bike ride if you’ve caught the thrill bug.

Experience a whole new side to Dubai as you ride a camel through the desert and see the sun rise over the golden horizon.

Keep your treasured memories alive with a desert-themed photo session.

4-hour Red Dunes Al Madaam desert safari

Hotel pick-up & drop-off in a shared/private 4x4 AC (as per option selected)

English-speaking safari tour guide

50-minute dune bashing

Sandboarding

30-minute quad bike ride (if option selected)

20-minute camel ride

Photo session

Unlimited cold mineral water

Desert camp visit

Meals

Entertainment

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Prashanth B
Solo
Verified booking
6 days ago
We had an absolutely fantastic morning desert safari experience! Everything was perfectly organised, from the timely hotel pickup to the exciting desert adventure. The dune bashing in the 4x4 Land Cruiser was thrilling, and the beautiful desert scenery made the experience even more special. We also enjoyed sandboarding, camel riding and plenty of opportunities to capture amazing photographs. Our safari guide was extremely professional, friendly and knowledgeable, ensuring our safety and making the entire experience enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Dubai! If you are looking for an exciting adventure away from the city, this morning desert safari is definitely worth experiencing.
Saikamal I
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
Noor was really friendly and knowledgeable. His guidance was great and he suggested us a lot of things. On top of that his driving skills are too good. Cant say more about the photography. He knows tricks how to click pictures. Overall, he is someone I would recommend to my friends and family. He is very polite snd professional.
Tushar R
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
I have got the best experience of my life with Noor. He made our trip very amazing.
Kritika K
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
It was a. Great experience i really enjoy every thing
Nina L
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Noor was a great guide and allowed us to have fun between our connecting flights!

Morning Drive from Dubai & Dune Bashing

7 or 8 am onward

Get picked up from your hotel in the morning by an insured off-road Land Cruiser. Sit back, relax and enjoy the scenic drive through the city to the desert.

This ticket includes a shared or private pick-up from Dubai; depending on which option you select, you can choose from 3 to 4 slots for pick-up and drop-off. We recommend you select an earlier timing to witness mind-blowing views as the sun rises in the background.

Ride through the Red Dunes and feel the hairs stand up on the back of your neck as an experienced driver helps you soar across sandy mountains. Marvel at the spectacular desert scenery of the Al Lahbab area as you arrive. Get a quick safety induction before you hop onto the next activity you have booked.

Desert Sports

8 or 9 am onward

Try your leg at sand boarding, and grind against the grain. Upgrade this ticket to include a quad bike ride for an attempt at scaling the dunes yourself!

Ride a Camel and Pose for Pictures

9 or 10 am onward

You will also enjoy mind-boggling views on the back of a camel, and get the chance to freeze these memories in a frame as you take part in a photo op in the middle of Dubai’s desert.

Head Back to the City

11am or 12pm onward

Relax on your way back with round-trip transfers back to Dubai city. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast or adrenaline junkie, do not pass up on this adventure!

Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.

Important Information

It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during dune bashing.

It is advised to wear lightweight clothing and covered footwear during summers. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a jacket during winters.

All vehicles are fully insured and equipped with safety features including a first-aid kit, roll bars, seat belts, and GPS.

Restrictions

The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.

Only guests aged 16 and above can take part in quad biking. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult on the quad bike.

A private car booking is required if traveling with children under the age of 5.

Timings

Desert Safari with Shared Transfers

Pick-up: 8am, 9am, 10am

Drop-off: 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Desert Safari with Shared Transfers + Quad Bike Adventure

Pick-up: 8am, 9am, 10am

Drop-off: 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm

Private Desert Safari

Pick-up: 7am, 8am, 9am, 10am

Drop-off: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

Note

Pickup is available within Dubai except inside the mall.

Pickup and drop-off are included from any hotel or residential building inside Dubai central locations: Bur Dubai, Deira, Karama, Oud Metha, Al Qusais, Al Jafliya, Al Rashidya, Al Barsha, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Downtown, Business Bay, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Jumeirah, Sheikh Zayed Road.

Pickup from Sharjah, Ajman, Al Furjan Al Maha Resort, Bab Al Shams, Jebel Ali Resorts, Expo Village Hotels, Al Maktoum Area Hotels, Jebel Ali Palm Hotels, and Dubai Parks hotels and resorts are on a private basis only with no shared transportation options.

Pickup is NOT available from the Hatta area or from locations outside Dubai.

Pickup time and location confirmation will be sent to you by email and WhatsApp. Please be ready for pickup 45 minutes before the start time of your tour.