Dubai Dunes: Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo RR Private Ride

Racing Dubai’s wild dunes in a Maverick X3 Turbo RR with private pickup

You’ll jump straight into Dubai’s wild side riding a Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo RR across massive dunes—with private transportation and a local guide who knows every twist. Expect laughter, sand in your shoes, and maybe a little adrenaline hangover after tackling those ridges together.

Step-by-step itinerary

Ride Can-am Maverick X3 Rs Turbo RR

• Arrive at Dubai dune location
• Receive safety briefing
• Ride the Maverick X3 Rs Turbo RR
• Experience 195 hp power on dunes
• Complete 1-hour dune ride

The Experience

We’d barely buckled in when the engine kicked to life—honestly, I didn’t expect it to sound so much like thunder. The sand outside Dubai looked endless, all pale gold and heat shimmer, and then our guide just grinned at me (like he knew what was coming) before gunning it up the first dune. There’s this moment where your stomach drops and you’re not sure if you should laugh or yell—I did both, pretty sure.

The Maverick X3 Turbo RR really is a beast—195 horsepower feels like way too much until you’re flying sideways over a ridge and suddenly it’s exactly right. I kept catching whiffs of hot sand through my helmet, that weird mineral smell mixing with engine oil. Our guide pointed out some tire tracks from earlier runs and joked about “dune surfing”—I tried to say something clever but mostly just held on tight. It’s loud, but there’s a kind of silence between the gears shifting that sticks with me even now.

One thing: I totally underestimated how soft the sand would feel when we stopped for a breather. It gets everywhere—my shoes still have some in them—but honestly, that’s part of the fun. We traded stories with our guide while catching our breath; he told us about growing up nearby and racing friends out here as teenagers. I still think about that view from the top of the biggest dune—just sky, sand, and nothing else moving except us.

What’s included

Your hour on the dunes includes private transportation to and from your location in Dubai plus all driving time in the powerful Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo RR with guidance from an experienced local driver throughout your adventure.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Big Red Adventure Tours

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Top questions

How long is the Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo RR ride?

The ride lasts for one hour across the Dubai dunes.

Is hotel pickup included for this Dubai dune buggy tour?

Yes, private transportation is included for pickup.

How many people can ride in the Maverick X3?

This tour uses a 2-seater Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo RR.

Is this dune buggy experience suitable for everyone?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or heart conditions.

Will there be a local guide during the ride?

Yes, you’ll have a local guide leading your dune adventure.