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It is not just about the lowest price when it comes to booking the perfect desert safari in Dubai. Families require easy transportation, activities for the family, and food that is enjoyed by all. Friends may enjoy adventure, sunset pictures and a fun time at a desert camp. The top package combines these priorities with no additional fees.
The price of our standard evening safari is AED 150 per adult and AED 130 per child at Evening Desert Safari Dubai. The journey takes around 6 hours with pick-up and drop-off services from any location in Dubai, dune bashing, a sunset photography point, camp activities, an international buffet and barbecue, and entertainment.
If you are looking at a desert safari Dubai evening tour, or gathering with your family, friends, or your group to stay in Dubai, this guide will help you compare offers and select the best package for your plans.
Where Should You Look for Evening Desert Safari Dubai Deals?
A good first step would be to check out the operator's own tour page on which you can see what is included in the tour, how long it takes, how they get you there and what extras are available. This will help you to understand what you are buying compared to comparing the price without knowing what is included in the ticket.
Check out the Evening Desert Safari Dubai page to find out what the typical package looks like. It can be used at all times of the year and the tour languages are English, Arabic and Hindi.
This is especially important for families and larger groups since small differences among packages can add up to a significant difference in the cost.
Before booking, check these details:
Whether pickup and drop-off cover your hotel or residence.
How long the dune drive lasts.
Whether dinner and live entertainment are included.
Which activities are part of the standard ticket.
What additional charges apply to upgrades and adventure rides.
Whether the package suits the ages and preferences of everyone travelling.
What Is Included in Our Standard Family-Friendly Safari?
The basic evening safari is an organised travel which includes multiple desert encounters. It takes about six hours (transport not included), which makes it an ideal afternoon and evening adventure for families as they can take all the activities together.
This is a convenient introduction to the desert for first timers. Both kids and adults can enjoy the camp atmosphere and activities, and the adults can enjoy the landscape, dinner and performances.
The original package is advertised as family friendly (aged 3 and upwards). Parents should always take into account their children's level of comfort in the drive and verify any activity guidelines/information before booking.
The published package includes:
Pickup and drop-off anywhere in Dubai by a 4x4 Toyota SUV Land Cruiser.
A drive through camel-farm areas towards the desert.
Approximately 20 minutes of dune bashing with a licensed professional driver.
A sunset photography stop.
Arabic tea, coffee, sweets, and fresh fruit at the camp.
A short camel ride, sandboarding, henna painting, and Arabic dress photography.
A shisha area, soft drinks, and cold water.
An international buffet dinner with barbecue and vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
Two Tanoura performances, two belly dance shows, a fire show, and a light and sound display.
How Much Does an Evening Desert Safari Cost for Families?
The published rates are from AED 150 per adult and AED 130 per child. To make a basic estimate of your ticket cost, simply multiply each rate by the number of people in the applicable category.
Thus, for two adults and two children, the starting ticket costs would be AED 560, based on the published adult and child rates. This estimate does not include any optional upgrades and is based on the children being eligible for the child rate listed.
While comparing the Evening safari Dubai price, keep in mind that the lowest price quoted does not necessarily include all aspects of the trip including transport, dinner, dune drive, and camp activities.
To make a more realistic comparison, have each operator verify the final cost with your group and if there are any extras required. Seasonal discounts or special family-group offers are not included in the package information provided so check for current offers, don't assume.
Are There Better Deals for Larger Groups?
When the whole party is on the same page about what kind of experience it is, and knows the cost in advance, it can be easier to organise a group booking. Firstly, determine if your group is interested in the standard safari, extended dune driving, additional adventure activities and/or a more intimate dining experience.
The private 4x4s are available for booking for up to six passengers (excluding driver). This might be an option if your group wants to travel in their own car. Check the price and availability, and if the private vehicle is included with any other upgrades.
Make arrangements to pick up before payment for larger groups. The regular package includes pick-up from and drop-off to any point in Dubai, but the information provided on this does not give any indication of the number of separate pick-up locations that can be covered for each group booking.
For groups traveling from various locations in Dubai, arrange a meeting with the operator beforehand to agree on a practical time and place for pickup.
Should Families Choose a Red Dunes Safari?
The right desert trip is determined by the type of adventure that your group desires. The regular safari tours go to a normal and non-red dune dsert, and will feature around 20 minutes of dune bashing.
This includes the longer drive of the Evening Red Dunes Desert Safari which is around 40-50 minutes in red sand. Those who wish to enjoy an even longer dune-driving session might want to try this.
But not all families will find that a longer drive is a better option. Take into account the comfort and preferences of all passengers, particularly children and those who have a soft spot for a rough ride. Certain activities like dune bashing are not recommended for pregnant travellers and for guests with severe back, neck or heart diseases, they are discouraged to do so.
There is a standard safari that does not give guests the option of not going on the dune-bashing. For an evening without a dune drive, try the Dinner in Desert.
What Extras Can Increase the Total Cost?
Optional activities can make a safari more exciting, but they should be included in your budget before you book.
Quad biking: Single-seat and two-seat options are listed for 30 minutes or one hour. Ask for the current price and any applicable requirements.
Dune buggy rides: Two-seat and four-seat options are available in 30-minute and one-hour durations. Choose according to your group size and preferences.
VIP dining: The VIP Private Evening Desert Safari includes dinner service at a separate table, unlike the standard buffet dining arrangement. Confirm the current rate and exact inclusions before deciding whether the upgrade is worthwhile.
Food on Table: This additional dining service is available for guests seeking a different meal arrangement. Ask the operator what is included and how much it costs.
These options are not all included in the standard ticket. Comparing them separately helps families and groups decide where an upgrade will make the greatest difference.
What Should You Check Before Booking?
The experience should be fairly obvious—it shouldn't be the price. Check out the time of the day, pick up point, group size and the total cost before you book a desert safari in Dubai at night.
Clothes that are not tight, and shoes that are flat with soft soles are best, as are flip-flops and high heels. Use sunglasses, light jacket in cool winter evenings and sunscreen. Do not have a big meal prior to dune bashing.
Here the buffet consists of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, but not the specific items and arrangements for allergies or other dietary needs are mentioned. If someone in your party has specific food requirements please inform the operator beforehand.
The “first time at your's” guide is available as well, and it gives a good idea of what the evening is like.
Book an Evening Desert Safari That Fits Your Group
The ideal evening desert safari Dubai offers strike a harmony among rate, convenience, activities and food. Our standard package is AED 150 adult and AED 130 for children and includes around 6 hours of transport, dune bashing, sunset photography, camp activities, buffet dinner and entertainment.
It is easy for families to use to plan a family outing together. Groups can enjoy customised evening catering, private transport, quad biking and dune buggies.
Find out about the standard evening safari, do some comparisons and verify the prices and inclusions before booking any of the safaris. Please note: If you are travelling from Abu Dhabi, please check with the operator first, as the standard package is for pick-up and drop-off in Dubai.
