Dubai Desert Safari Private 4x4 with Sandboarding

Summary

Red Dune Adventure & Camel Ride from Dubai

You’ll feel the rush of dune bashing in a private 4x4 near Dubai, try your luck at sandboarding on red dunes, and meet local camels for a short ride. With hotel pickup included and water provided along the way, it’s an afternoon of laughter and desert silence you’ll remember long after you’re back in the city.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the sand to be so soft — it actually squeaked under my shoes when we first stepped out of the 4x4. Our driver, Khalid, grinned at us in the rearview mirror before we even left Dubai, like he knew what was coming. The city faded fast behind us, replaced by these wild red dunes near Al Madam. I kept thinking: is this really just forty minutes from all those skyscrapers?

Dune bashing is a lot more than just driving fast — it’s this weird mix of sliding, climbing, and dropping that made my stomach flip (in a good way). Khalid laughed every time we shrieked — I swear he hit every bump on purpose. When we finally stopped for sandboarding, the wind had picked up and you could taste dust in the air. I wiped my face and tried to look cool balancing on the board, but mostly I just fell over and laughed until my sides hurt.

The camel ride was shorter than I thought but honestly, that was fine — camels are taller than they look up close. The handler showed me how to hold on (I still almost slid off) and told us about his family living nearby; his accent was thick but his smile said enough. We took photos with the sun getting lower, everything turning gold and quiet except for our group’s chatter. On the drive back to Dubai I watched the dunes disappear in the mirror — I still think about that view sometimes, you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Red Desert Safari and Activities

• Dune Bashing in Red Dune Desert
• Sand Boarding and Desert Photos
• Short Camel Ride
• Return to City

Top questions

How long does the Dubai desert safari last?

The total duration is approximately 4 hours including travel time from Dubai.

Is hotel pickup included in this private desert safari?

Yes, pickup from your hotel or residence in Dubai is included.

What activities are part of this tour?

The tour includes dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle, sandboarding on the dunes, a short camel ride, and photo stops.

Are drinks or food provided during the safari?

Bottled water is provided during the trip; meals are not included.

Is this desert safari suitable for children or infants?

Specialized infant seats are available; however, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or heart conditions.

What’s included

Your afternoon includes private transportation in an air-conditioned 4x4 with an experienced local driver who picks you up from your hotel or residence in Dubai. You’ll get bottled water throughout the trip, try sandboarding down red dunes near Al Madam, enjoy a short camel ride with a local handler guiding you, and have plenty of chances to stop for photos before heading back to town together.