ATV Riding in Dubai: Quad Biking & Sandboarding in Red Dunes

You operate the quad bike through open or fenced desert terrain, choosing your own pace across the red dunes.

ATV riding in Dubai combines quad biking, dune bashing, sandboarding and a camel farm visit in a single morning outing from your hotel. You ride the quad bike yourself (in a fenced area or open desert, depending on your option), then experience dune bashing with a professional driver, sandboard down the red slopes, and interact with camels while enjoying dates and Arabic coffee. The early departure beats the heat and crowds.

Step-by-step itinerary

Morning desert adventure in Dubai

• Pick-up from Dubai hotel
• Drive to Lahbab Red Sand Desert
• Prepare for quad bike ride
• Enjoy quad biking experience
• Dune bashing and photo stop
• Sandboarding activity
• Visit camel farm and feed camels
• Refreshments with dates and Arabic coffee
• Return to hotel

The experience

The morning pickup from your Dubai hotel takes you to Lehbab Red Sand Desert, about an hour's drive. Once you arrive at the quad bike center, the team walks you through the machine and your chosen terrain: a fenced riding area for solo riders building confidence, or open desert for those booking a double quad or with prior experience. The 25-minute ride itself is the centerpiece: you control the throttle across the red dunes, feeling the machine respond to the sand beneath you.

After you finish riding, a professional driver takes the wheel for the dune bashing portion, which is where the vehicle's real power shows: steep descents, sharp angles, the kind of driving you watch from the passenger seat. Then comes sandboarding: you strap in and slide down a dune face, and the team sets up a photo stop so you have proof of the moment. The whole sequence (riding, bashing, boarding) takes up most of the morning.

The final stop is a working camel farm where you feed the animals by hand and take photos with them. Back at the quad center, you sit down to refreshments: bottled water, soft drinks, dates and Arabic coffee. The return drive to your hotel wraps up the outing in time for a late breakfast or early lunch. Total time from pickup to drop-off is around four hours.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• 25-minute quad bike ride (fenced area or open desert based on your option).
• dune bashing with a professional driver.
• sandboarding.
• camel ride and feeding at a traditional farm.
• photo session.
• bottled water and refreshments with dates and Arabic coffee.

Options for this experience

4 options

Fenced Area & Safari for Two on a QuadGuide in English · 07:30 and 08:00Double quad, two riders per bike: a 25-minute quad ride inside a fenced area, dune bashing, sandboarding and safari. Minimum of 2 passengers. Pickup is included.

Open Ride & Safari for Two on a QuadGuide in English · 07:30 and 08:00Double quad, shared by two riders: a 30-minute quad ride across the open desert, dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride and a BBQ dinner. Booking requires a minimum of 2 passengers. Pickup is included.

Solo on a Fenced-Area Quad with SafariGuide in English · 07:30 and 08:00Solo quad, one rider per bike: a thrilling solo quad ride inside a fenced area, followed by a thrilling desert safari, sandboarding and a camel ride. Pickup is included.

Desert & Safari Solo on an Open QuadGuide in English · 07:30 and 08:00Solo quad, one rider per bike: a 30-minute solo quad ride in the open desert, dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride and a desert safari. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 08:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Musk Tours Dubai

Is this one for you?Choose the solo quad fenced option if you're new to riding or want a controlled introduction to the machine. Pick the open desert solo or double quad if you've ridden before or want more terrain to explore. The early morning timing means you finish before the desert heat peaks and still have the rest of your day free.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

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.

Can I ride the quad bike if I've never done it before?

Yes. The team at the quad bike center briefs you on the machine and your option: solo riders in a fenced area start in a controlled space, and the 25-minute ride is designed for first-timers. Children from age 3 can participate in the camel ride and farm interaction.

What's the difference between the fenced area and open desert quad options?

Solo quad riders use the fenced area, a defined space where you build confidence at your own pace. Double quad bookings and experienced riders access open desert terrain, which is wider and less constrained. Both are 25 minutes of riding time.

Is the camel ride included, or do I pay extra?

The camel ride, feeding and farm interaction are included in every option. You also get a photo session during the sandboarding stop and at the camel farm.

What time does the morning pickup happen?

The pickup is early morning from your Dubai hotel, timed to reach the desert before the heat builds. Exact pickup times depend on your hotel location and are confirmed after booking.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and a long-sleeved shirt to protect from sun and sand. Bring sunscreen and sunglasses. The air-conditioned vehicle and refreshments (water, dates, coffee) are provided, so you don't need to pack food or drinks.

Are there any health restrictions I should know about?

The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health. Infants can ride on an adult's lap, and specialized infant seats are available. It's suitable for all other fitness levels.