Dubai Red Dunes Morning Safari with Camel Ride — Dune Bashing, Sandboarding & Bedouin Breakfast
Experience the red sand dunes outside Dubai with adrenaline-fueled dune bashing, a tranquil camel ride and a Bedouin-style breakfast. This 4-hour morning safari balances excitement and easy desert time — ideal for first-time visitors to the Arabian sands.
The Experience
Before You Go
Beat the heat
Start early — mornings are significantly cooler and the sand is easier on feet; always carry the provided water and top up before leaving the vehicle.
Dress for sand
Wear closed-toe shoes with good tread and long, breathable layers to keep sand out and protect from sun.
Motion and safety
If you have back, neck, or heart issues or are pregnant, avoid the dune-bashing segment and request a gentler ride.
Protect your gear
Bring a zip-lock or dry bag for cameras and phones — sand gets everywhere during dune runs and boarding.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Walk a short distance up a dune ridge for sweeping city-skyline views on clear mornings.
- •Try a brief sandboard run on east-facing slopes for smoother, slower descents ideal for beginners.
Wildlife
- •Desert hare (Cape hare)
- •Desert lark and occasional bustard sightings
Conservation Note
Operators increasingly limit vehicle numbers and stick to established tracks to reduce dune erosion; respect marked areas and avoid disturbing flora like ghaf saplings.
The Lahbab and Al Lisaili sands have long been seasonal grazing and travel corridors for Bedouin communities; modern safaris draw on that cultural heritage through camp hospitality.
What to Bring
Closed-toe shoesEssential
Keeps sand out and provides traction on shifting dune slopes.
Sunscreen & sun hatEssential
Protects from intense desert sun during open-vehicle segments and while walking between activities.
Light layersEssential
Mornings can be cool; layers let you adjust between the shaded camp and sunlit dunes.
Small daypack or dry bag
Keeps water, camera and personal items sand-free and easily accessible.
Common Questions
How long is the dune-bashing portion?
Dune bashing runs about 35–40 minutes with an experienced driver; guides may adjust intensity for comfort and safety.
Is the camel ride suitable for children?
Yes — the 10–15 minute camel ride is gentle and family-friendly, though infants must sit on an adult’s lap and staff can assist mounting.
Are transfers included?
Yes — hotel pick-up and drop-off in Dubai by air-conditioned 4x4 is included; confirm your pickup location at booking.
Can people with medical restrictions participate?
Not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal/serious heart conditions; notify the operator in advance to skip high-impact segments.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
4 hours
Location
Dubai, Dubai
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Light-to-moderate fitness; must be able to climb into vehicles and stay seated during bumpy drives
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