Dubai Desert Safari Timings

A Desert Safari Dubai is an unforgettable experience that allows visitors to explore the stunning desert landscape of the United Arab Emirates. There are several companies that offer desert safari tours, each with their own unique itineraries and timings.

Most desert safari tours begin in the late afternoon, with pickup from your hotel or designated meeting point in Dubai. Visitors are then driven out to the desert in a 4x4 vehicle, where they will spend the evening exploring the dunes, taking part in activities such as dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel riding. As the sun sets over the desert, visitors are treated to a traditional Arabic BBQ dinner and live entertainment, including belly dancing and traditional music performances. The tour typically concludes around 9 pm, with visitors returning to their hotel or meeting point in Dubai.

Morning Desert Safari
Morning Desert Safari Timings

Your pickup time for the desert safari tour will depend on the schedule of your operator, and will be within the range of 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. You will be picked up in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle at the designated time, and your adventure in the desert will begin from there. Plan your adventure with our Dubai Safari timing information to make the most of your wildlife exploration in the desert. 


Evening Desert Safari
Evening Desert Safari Timings

The pickup time for your desert safari tour will be determined by your operator and will be scheduled between 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM. It's important to note that the operator will inform you of the exact pickup time according to your location, so please avoid being ready before 2:30 PM. You can expect to be picked up in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle at the designated time and begin your adventure in the desert.

Overnight Desert Safari
Overnight Desert Safari Timings

Your Dubai desert safari adventure will begin with a pickup from your hotel in Dubai or Sharjah, or from selected locations if you choose the bus pickup option. The pickup time will be between 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM, and the overall activity will last from 2:30 PM in the afternoon until 8:30 AM the next day. During this time, you'll embark on an exciting dune-bashing ride in a Land Cruiser, take in the stunning sunset over the vast desert, and enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner at the desert camp. 

Red Dune Desert Safari
Red Dune Desert Safari Timings

Experience the thrill of the Dubai desert with a red dune desert safari, starting with a pickup from your hotel in Dubai or Sharjah at 2:30 PM. The overall activity duration will be around 5-6 hours, offering an unforgettable experience for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the UAE's desert landscape.

Best Time to Go for Dubai Desert Safari

Best Time to Go for Dubai Desert Safari

The best time to go for a Dubai desert safari is during the cooler months between November and March. During this period, temperatures are milder and more comfortable for outdoor activities, making it the perfect time to explore the UAE's desert landscape. The weather is also less humid, making it more pleasant to enjoy activities such as dune bashing, camel riding, and sandboarding. Additionally, the winter months offer more daylight hours, allowing for longer safari experiences and better opportunities to witness the stunning desert sunset. Overall, the winter months provide the ideal conditions to fully enjoy and appreciate the beauty and excitement of a Dubai desert safari.

Thing to Know Before Go for Dubai Desert Safari

  • Hotel transfers are included only from your hotel, not the airport
  • Pregnant women, children under the age of 2 and adults above 70 are not permitted to try desert safari activities like dune-bashing, sandboarding, quad biking, etc.
  • Children between the ages of 3-12 get a discount on their ticket. Please carry valid government ID proof for your desert safari.
  • Alcoholic beverages are sold separately; they’re not included in your package.
  • Desert safari entertainment options like belly dance, tanoura dance and alcohol serving will not be available during Ramadan and occasions like Eid, Islamic New Year and the Prophet’s birthday.
  • You can wear loose, comfortable clothing like pants, shorts, t-shirts, etc., for the desert safari. Carry both closed-toe and open-toe footwear for different activities.
  • Hotels based in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi are not included as part of the return transfer facility.

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