A desert safari in Dubai is a popular activity that takes visitors into the Arabian Desert to experience the unique desert landscape and culture of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The safari typically includes a dune bashing ride in a 4×4 vehicle, a sunset camel ride, traditional Arabic activities and shows, and a dinner and entertainment program at a desert camp.
Dune bashing is an adrenaline-pumping ride on the desert’s sand dunes, where the driver expertly navigates the vehicle up and down the steep inclines. The activity usually last around 30 minutes.
After the dune bashing, you can take a camel ride to watch the sunset over the desert, it is a good idea to take a camera with you, as the views can be quite stunning.
At the desert camp, you will have a chance to experience traditional Arabic activities such as henna painting, shisha smoking, and Arabic coffee and dates. There will also be a range of shows and performances such as Tanoura dance, fire show and Belly dance.
Many desert safari tour operators also include dinner and entertainment program in the package. They provide traditional Arabic food and drinks, sometimes also with a BBQ dinner, with live music, belly dancers and other performers.