Desert Adventures
We have an incredible choice of desert adventures at Arabian Adventures. Head out on an exciting excursion to the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) with us and discover breathtaking scenery, wildlife and culture. Pick from award-winning desert safaris, exhilarating dune buggies, magical overnight desert camping and more incredible desert experiences. Discover the wonders of the DDCR with a desert adventure today.
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Desert Dune Buggies & Evening Safari Combo
Desert Safaris
Race Ready: An evening with Guenther Steiner
Desert Safaris
Join us ahead of the highly anticipated Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix for an unforgettable night in the Dubai desert, as we welcome one of F1’s most candid and charismatic figures, Guenther Steiner, for an exclusive meet and greet and speaker session. Taking place on the Friday of race weekend, the former Team Principal of Haas Formula One Team will be joining us for an evening of unfiltered stories, no-holds-barred honesty, and rare insights gathered from his decades within the sport. Demand is extremely high for this limited ticket event, so we recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid missing out!
Overnight Desert Safari & Hot Air Balloon Combo
Desert Experiences
Desert Dune Buggies & Exclusive Desert Experience Combo
Desert Safaris
Morning Desert Adventure & Hot Air Balloon Combo
Desert Experiences
Take your Morning Desert Adventure to another level and add a hot air balloon experience to your spectacular early start. As the city starts to wake, you'll head to the skies and take the perfect vantage point for a desert sunrise. After your hot air balloon experience, you will take to the dunes for a full itinerary of activities throughout the morning, including a thrilling dune drive, peaceful camel trek, wildlife spotting opportunities and breakfast in the desert.
VIP Desert Safari in Dubai
Desert Safaris
A VIP Desert Safari is the Dubai desert experience, with an extra touch of attentive hospitality. This desert safari evening includes a full safari itinerary of many exciting, thrilling activities, followed by a three-course dinner with your guests in a more secluded dining space.
Desert Adventures with Arabian Adventures
An award-winning team of desert experts
Our team of desert experts deliver award-winning desert adventures suitable for everyone, from couples, families, friends and solo travellers. Whether you’re heading to the desert for an education on the local culture, to see the native wildlife or seek an adrenaline rush, our friendly, multi-lingual team has the knowledge to enhance your experience. A desert adventure with us is an unforgettable Dubai excursion.
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR) is the glorious setting for all our desert adventures. Just a 45-minute drive from downtown Dubai, this immense protected nature reserve comprises of staggering red sand dunes and incredible native plants and animals. Covering 225 square kilometres, the DDCR is a seemingly endless hotspot of adventure.
A commitment to the desert
Our desert adventures are underpinned by sustainability efforts as we endeavour to preserve the untouched beauty of the DDCR. We undertake extensive quarterly clean-ups, enforce zero plastic initiatives and our desert guides are certified by the DCCR. Our commitment to protecting the local wildlife has been internationally recognised by the prestigious Travelife Partner sustainability award.
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Desert Adventures: Frequently asked questions
The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve (DDCR), where all our desert adventures take place, is the closest desert to Dubai.
The DDCR is roughly a 45-minute drive south-east from downtown Dubai and covers an area of 225 square kilometres – approximately 5% of Dubai’s total land area.
Yes, you can go to the Dubai desert on your own - but you should prepare carefully given the intense heat, challenging terrain and isolated location.
You’ll need a 4x4 vehicle to navigate the desert sands effectively. You should bring extensive water supplies and emergency equipment, and keep someone informed of your planned route and return time.
We would recommend booking a desert tour for peace of mind. At Arabian Adventures, you’ll enjoy a transfer to and from the desert as well as guidance from our local experts when you’re exploring this spectacular landscape.
The desert in Dubai can feel slightly cooler than the city due to lower humidity and a lack of buildings, which trap heat.
The desert is still hot and sunny all year round, though, so you’ll need to wear suitable clothing to remain comfortable if you’re heading out on a desert adventure.
Temperatures can drop at night, falling to as low as 15°C in the peak of winter in January. However, from June to August, it can remain above 30°C even after the sun goes down – so while the desert may feel marginally cooler than the city, it is still exceptionally hot, particularly in summer.
The Dubai desert is renowned for its rolling red sand dunes, mesmerising sunsets and many unique experiences.
Its vast, untouched landscape makes for magical photo opportunities, and it has fascinating native wildlife like the Arabian oryx. It also plays host to fantastic traditional Bedouin-style entertainment and cuisine.
The Dubai desert poses a beautiful, serene contrast to the city and we’re proud to offer a variety of excursions and adventures to this magnificent natural wonder.