Overnight Desert Safari
Spend a night in the desert in these overnight desert safaris for the complete desert safari experience. Participate in a variety of desert activities and enjoy a session of entertainment and delicious food before you settle in for a night under the stars. Wake up to a desert sunrise - a rare sight to behold.
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All-Inclusive Overnight Desert Safari with Sunrise Camel Trek
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17 hrs
AED 600
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Millions love heading out with us
Albrecht
Germany
My driver Imran and all the stuff of the camp did a very good job
Especially I want to mention Hareem and his staff . They treated me like a king after most of the guests left for the hotels and I stayed the night in the camp
It was really an extraordinary experience and a super Service and very delicious food
Meenakshi
United Kingdom
The experience worth it. Our guide from Ocean Air travels provided really excellent service from the time picking up from hotel and dropping back at hotel.
Quad biking, sand boarding, dune bashing, dinner service, entertainment shows, camel ride, sunset and sunrise experience in the middle of the desert was awesome and totally enjoyed it. The night stay was safe. Can say that the tent accommodation provided was in par with the best quality hotel accommodations. The staff were so cordial and helped clicking some of the best pictures :)
Nicole
the experience was above and beyond - thanks to my driver who was so attentive to help me make this experience special.
Bishoy
The experience has exceeded my expectations in all ways, BBQ, Buffet, dancing shows, and Safari. All the people there were so friendly and welcoming. More specifically, Hakim, Achraf, and Imran.
I would definitely recommend it and would love to repeat this experience in the near future.
Overnight Desert Safari Guide
Overnight Desert Safari Guide
Make Arabian nights a true story for yourself as you spend the whole night gazing at the twinkling stars away from the city's pollution. Start your experience with thrilling activities. As the evening approaches, enjoy a sumptuous meal and royalty treatment at a Bedouin-style camp.
End your trip with a perfectly calm camel ride welcoming the sun the next morning. The guided tour takes you on a safe yet most adventurous journey across the rough and challenging terrain of the desert. Be ready to witness the rich cultural history and rare gems which are a crucial representation of Arabian Heritage for over a millennium. The tour also offers innumerable opportunities to click lots of pictures you will treasure forever.
Why Opt for an Overnight Desert Safari?
Why Opt for an Overnight Desert Safari?
The Overnight Desert Safari is the ultimate all-encompassing experience across the Dubai deserts in the authentic Arabian fashion following the footsteps of Bedouin nomads. Here are 3 reasons why we recommend the overnight safari:
1. This safari focuses on your comfort as it offers airconditioned transfers to and from your place of accommodation.
2. With maximum safety and under the supervision of experts, you get to challenge the desert through activities such as dune bashing, sandboarding, etc.
3. Furthermore, enjoy various entertaining activities such as falconry, stargazing, henna painting, and more.
Overnight Desert Safari: Timings & Schedule
Overnight Desert Safari: Timings & Schedule
- 3pm onwards: A 4x4 Land Cruiser will pick you up from the location chosen at the time of booking and drive you to Al Lahbab Desert where you can take a 20-minute break. Enjoy welcome drinks, coffee and dates once you arrive at the base.
- 4:30pm onwards: Cut to the thrilling part as you indulge in adventurous activities like 30-45 mins of dune bashing.
- 5:30pm onwards: Lounge at the desert camp, enjoy refreshments and entertainment, then take a camel ride around the premises to catch the picturesque desert sunset.
- 7:30pm onwards: Watch exotic dance performances, Arabic coffee making, henna painting, stargazing and more! Then retire to your choice of accommodation for the night.
- 5:15am onwards: Wake up 15 minutes before the break of dawn and take a slow camel ride to welcome the sun for the day. Return to the camp for an Authentic Emirati breakfast that will satisfy your appetite like no other.
- Once this adventure of a lifetime is over, you will be safely dropped off at your hotel as promised.
Please note that the timing mentioned below is subject to minor changes depending upon unforeseen reasons.
What to Expect on an Overnight Desert Safari in Dubai
What to Expect on an Overnight Desert Safari in Dubai
1. Pick Up from the City
Provide your address and other details at the time of the booking. On the booked date, you will be picked up by a 4x4 SUV, offering maximum comfort as you leave the bustle of the city behind and arrive at the desert to start the rest of your experience.
2. Desert Adventure Activities
After the 20-minute break and round of refreshments on arrival, start your electrifying bout of adventures like dune bashing in a 4x4 land rover with deflated tires at varying speeds and quad biking, among others. Take on the challenge of sandboarding from dunes as high as 1000 feet in the shifty sand.
3. Drive to the Desert Camp
With the sports and fun all done, the time to settle down and enjoy the rest of your evening will come. Drive the SUV to arrive at an authentic desert camp. This camp will present to you an authentic Arabian atmosphere complete with campfires, the wafting smell of delicacies from the live cooking stations, and people dressed in traditional Arabian attires serving hot Qahwa and dates.
4. Dinner and Live Shows
Experience the falconry show and camel rides around the premise of the camp and watch the magnificent sunset on the horizon of beautiful red and golden sand. As the night progresses, settle in for a full blast of entertainment with live dance performances - the traditional Tanaura and Nashaat. Enjoy a multi-course barbeque and buffet dinner consisting a variety of delicious food items.
5. Spend the Night Under the Stars
In the stark darkness of the Arabian desert, gaze at the pitch black sky scattered with millions of beautiful glittery stars and discover the distinct shape of the constellations among the disarray. Get a guided stargazing session peppered with tales of local folklore and facts in relation to astronomy. Enjoy the clear sky peppered with all these stars to your fullest as a site so beautiful is difficult to find in the city.
Things to Do in an Overnight Desert Safari in Dubai
Things to Do in an Overnight Desert Safari in Dubai
Adventure Activities
Desert Camp Activities
- Dune bashing
Hold on to your seats as you get driven by a skilled driver inside a 4x4 powerful SUV at varying speeds bashing the sand dunes as your body fights the inertia.
- Quad Biking
Drive yourself on a powerful yet highly safe ATV specially designed to navigate the rough terrains of snow and sand. Drive at a thrilling speed to cut through the thick sand without a worry in the world.
- Dune buggy
This is your chance to enjoy the famous off-roading experience on the shifting sand of the Dubai desert. Drive the powerful engine specifically designed to navigate the rough geography the while being perfectly safe.
- Camel Riding
Catch the exquisite sight of the rising sun on the horizon of the glittering sand ocean as you ride the camel the next day in the morning. Enjoy the peaceful lulling movements of the magnificent ship of the desert traversing the sand.
- Sandboarding
Just like snowboarding, use the sandboard, to slide down the sand dunes which can be 1000 feet tall at a fast speed. The downward gliding movement with increasing speed excites your senses and satisfies the need for an adrenaline rush in you.
- Henna Painting
Indulge in the ancient art plant-based natural Henna tattoo. Get your hands and feet tattooed with beautiful designs of your choice. The dye is perfectly safe and fades away in a week or two.
- Shisha Smoking
Shisha Smoking has been a part of the Arabian culture for ages now. Do not miss out on this traditional smoking process where you can choose the flavor of the smoke.
- Stargazing
The twinkling Desert sky is a site to behold. Lay down on your back as you gaze into the velvety sky embellished with millions of stars. Identify the constellations and learn fascinating facts about them from an astronomy expert.
- Sampling Arabian Coffee and Dates
Do not miss out on sampling the Arabian Coffee, prepared through a very special technique - a representation of Arabian Heritage in UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Be sure to taste the delicious middle-eastern dates guaranteeing a freshness you won't find in other parts of the world.
- Camping under the Stars
1. Sleeping in a comfortable tent
If you wish to shield yourself from the elements of nature and enjoy a little privacy, you can choose to sleep inside a comfortable tent on traditional bedding laid inside.
2. Sleeping on a traditional bed in the open
Spend the night under the starlit sky lying on a Bedouin-style Newar Bed which is very comfortable. Pillows and sheets will also be provided for your comfort.
Plan Your Overnight Desert Safari Dubai
Plan Your Overnight Desert Safari Dubai
Best Time to Visit
The Dubai Desert is magnificent and keeps changing as the light changes. Any time of the year, visiting Dubai will give a different experience. Nonetheless, if you want to enjoy the safari adventure, visit sometime between November to March when it's winter.
Age Restrictions
Children aged 3 and under are restricted from participating in thrill adventure experiences.
Pick-Up Locations
Mention your address and other details at the time of booking. On the day of booking, at 3pm a 4x4 SUV with an English-speaking driver will arrive at your place of accommodation.
What to Wear
Make sure you wear light-colored cotton or linen clothes that are not too tight or restricted in case you wish to indulge in sporting adventures. During summer, ensure your clothes cover your body to prevent any sunburn. It is also advised to wear trainers over sandals.
Meals in the Desert
The Overnight Desert Safari has your meals covered for dinner and breakfast in authentic barbeque style. If you have any specific preferences, you can specify them at the time of booking.
What to Carry
Make sure you bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat with you. If it is winter, make sure you bring along a lightweight jacket.
Health Restrictions
- Some of the experiences like dune bashing is not fit for people with heart conditions, back issue, or other medical conditions which can increase the situation during the adventure.
- These activities are also not wheelchair accessible.
- Also, pregnant women should not participate in desert adventure activities as a safety precaution.
Tips
Make sure you do not eat anything 2-3 hours before the adventure in the desert to avoid getting sick. Keep yourself hydrated and apply lots of sunscreen at regular intervals.
Overnight Desert Safari Dubai FAQs
Overnight Desert Safari Dubai FAQs
Are Overnight Desert Safari Dubai tickets available online?
Yes, Overnight Desert Safari Dubai tickets are available for booking online.
Can we go for desert safari all year round?
Yes, Dubai desert safari tickets can be booked for any time of the year.
How cold is Dubai desert at night?
You can expect the Dubai Desert temperature to fall as low as 5 degrees Celsius or 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
How many hours is a desert safari in Dubai?
The Overnight Dubai Desert Safari lasts up to 17 hours, starting from 3pm in the early evening and lasting until the early morning the next day.
How much does it cost to visit the desert in Dubai?
The Overnight Desert Safari experience typically costs AED 804 unless an active discount is applicable. The cost varies with the type of experience you choose.
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