ATV Riding in Dubai Red Dunes: 1 Hour Self-Drive
You drive the ATV yourself for a full hour across the open desert.
Self-drive ATV riding in Dubai's Lahbab Red Dunes for one hour, plus sandboarding, camel ride and Bedouin camp with shows and dinner. A guide leads you through hotel pickup, desert instruction, and a return drive of about 50 minutes. The package runs seven hours total and includes helmet, gloves, water, coffee and an open buffet.
Options for this experience
2 optionsWhat’s included
- One hour of self-drive ATV riding across the open desert with helmet and gloves provided.
- sandboarding on the red dunes.
- a camel ride with photo opportunity.
- a falcon photo.
- Bedouin camp entry with henna painting, shisha smoking, Tanura show, belly dancing and fire show.
- open buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
- Arabic coffee and tea.
- mineral water and soft drinks throughout.
- hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Times
- Every day 14:00
Before you book
Operated by Prime Oscar Tours
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The experience
You operate the quad bike yourself for 30 minutes after a safety briefing from your guide, who provides the helmet and gloves. The desert floor is open playground once you're comfortable on the machine. After that first half-hour, you switch to sandboarding for about 15 minutes on the red dunes, then climb back on the ATV for another 30 minutes of riding across the landscape. The guide stays with you throughout and offers unlimited water and soft drinks as you go.
Once the riding ends, you move to the Bedouin campsite by vehicle. The staff greet you with Arabic coffee, and the evening unfolds with henna painting, shisha smoking, and three live performances: Tanura, belly dancing and a fire show. An open buffet dinner follows, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The whole camp experience sits inside the seven-hour window before the return drive to your hotel, which takes around 50 minutes.
Pickup and drop-off happen in an air-conditioned vehicle from your Dubai hotel. The guide speaks English throughout. A photo opportunity with a falcon is included. The minimum age is 16, and a moderate level of physical fitness is needed for the riding portion.
Is this one for you?The self-drive format means you control the quad bike for the full hour, not a guide. Book this if you want to handle the machine yourself rather than ride as a passenger. The seven-hour span lets you combine desert riding, sandboarding and a full evening at the Bedouin camp without rushing between activities.
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Top questions
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How much time do I actually spend riding the ATV myself?
You ride for a total of one hour across the red dunes: 30 minutes after your initial instruction, then another 30 minutes after the sandboarding break. Your guide stays with you and handles the vehicle transport between the desert and the Bedouin camp.
What happens at the Bedouin campsite?
The campsite includes henna painting, shisha smoking, and three live shows: Tanura dancing, belly dancing and a fire show. An open buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes is served, and Arabic coffee and soft drinks are available throughout.
What do I need to bring or wear for the ATV riding?
The operator provides a helmet and gloves. Wear clothes you don't mind getting sandy and closed-toe shoes. The guide will brief you on safety before you start, and you'll have water and soft drinks available during the ride.
Is this activity suitable if I have a back or heart condition?
The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. A moderate level of physical fitness is required for the ATV riding portion. Pregnant travelers should not participate.
ATV Riding in Dubai Red Dunes: 1 Hour Self-Drive
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from AED 250 per person
≈ US$ 70 in your currency
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