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Exemptional ali thank you for the good service
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PICKUP AREAS
Desert Safari Pickup Areas: Dubai and All UAE Emirates
We pick up from hotels and homes across Dubai for free, and from every other emirate too: Sharjah, Ajman, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah. Pickup outside Dubai is usually free, and always free when you book a private SUV (1-6 guests, from AED 799). Evening safari pickups in Dubai run from about 1:45 to 2:30 PM depending on your area; send your location pin on WhatsApp and we confirm the exact time the day before.
Available Tours
SAVE 34%EVENINGEvening Desert Safari
AED 99 per personAED 150
6.5 hours
Shared · Shared, max 7 per car
- 4x4 Land Cruiser hotel pickup and drop-off
- Dune bashing in the Lahbab red dunes (25-30 min)
- Sandboarding
SAVE 15%PRIVATEPrivate Safari + BBQ
AED 1,099 per carAED 1,299
7 hours
Private · Private, up to 6
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Dune bashing
- Sandboarding and camel ride
SAVE 29%VIPVIP Desert Safari
AED 249 per personAED 350
7 hours
Shared · Shared, max 7 per car
- 4x4 Land Cruiser hotel pickup and drop-off
- Dune bashing in the Lahbab red dunes (25-30 min)
- Sandboarding
SAVE 10%PRIVATEFossil Rock Safari
AED 1,749 per carAED 1,949
7 hours
Private · Private, up to 6
- Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Fossil Rock and Sharjah desert dune drive
- Fossil Rock viewpoint and photo stop
SAVE 38%MORNINGMorning Desert Safari
AED 149 per personAED 240
4 hours
Shared · Shared, max 7 per car
- 4x4 Land Cruiser pickup
- Dune bashing (25-30 min)
- Sandboarding
SAVE 16%QUADSafari + Quad Bike
AED 270 per personAED 320
7 hours
Shared · Shared, max 7 per car
- 30-minute quad bike ride
- 4x4 Land Cruiser hotel pickup and drop-off
- Dune bashing in the Lahbab red dunes (25-30 min)
Dubai pickup zones (always free)
| Zone | Areas | Evening pickup | Drive to dunes | |---|---|---|---| | New Dubai | Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, JBR, JLT | 1:45-2:00 PM | ~55-60 min | | Jumeirah & Al Barsha | Jumeirah & Umm Suqeim, Al Barsha, Dubai Hills | 2:00-2:15 PM | ~45-50 min | | Central | Downtown Dubai, Business Bay | around 2:15 PM | ~45 min | | Old Dubai | Deira, Bur Dubai & Karama | around 2:30 PM | ~45 min | | Creek & Airport | Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai Airport area | around 2:30 PM | ~40 min |
Times are typical for the evening safari and change with the season and the other guests on the route. Morning safaris pick up from about 7:00 AM. Private SUVs pick up at the time you choose.
Pickup from other emirates
| Emirate | Pickup | Evening pickup | |---|---|---| | Sharjah | usually free; always free with a private SUV | around 2:15 PM (Fossil Rock is close) | | Ajman | usually free; always free with a private SUV | around 2:00 PM | | Abu Dhabi | on request; always free with a private SUV | earlier, confirmed on WhatsApp | | Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah | on request; always free with a private SUV | earlier, confirmed on WhatsApp |
From outside Dubai, a private SUV is usually the best choice: free pickup, your own driver, and a start time that suits your drive. For shared seats we confirm the pickup on WhatsApp before you pay the deposit.
How pickup works
- Book on WhatsApp or online and send your hotel name or location pin.
- We confirm your pickup time the day before.
- Your driver messages you about 30 minutes before arrival and meets you at the lobby or gate.
- After the safari, the same car drops you back.
Not sure which tour? Compare them on the desert safari Dubai page or see the price list.
FAQs
Is hotel pickup free on a desert safari?
Yes, pickup is free from hotels and homes anywhere in Dubai. From Sharjah, Ajman, Abu Dhabi and the other emirates it is usually free too, and always free when you book a private SUV.
Do you pick up from Abu Dhabi?
Yes, on request. Pickup from Abu Dhabi is always free with a private SUV (1-6 guests, from AED 799). Message us on WhatsApp with your hotel and date.
What time is desert safari pickup?
For the evening safari in Dubai, between about 1:45 and 2:30 PM depending on your area. Morning safaris pick up from about 7:00 AM. We confirm the exact time on WhatsApp the day before.
Can you pick up from a private villa or apartment?
Yes. Send your location pin on WhatsApp. For gated communities, tell us the gate or building name and the driver will meet you there.
Do you offer self-drive instead of pickup?
Yes. For vehicle tours you can drive to our desert base yourself; choose 'Self-drive to the desert base' when booking.
Guest reviews
What guests say
227 real reviews from guests on Google, updated every day.
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Iris Rb
It's very good we like guide friendly majid thankss
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Ina Feimi
Local Guide
What an absolutely amazing experience! Definitely one of the best things I have done in Dubai, and such a memorable day from beginning to end. Everything was beautifully organised, and the whole experience was filled with wonderful moments, excitement, and genuine hospitality. What made it even more special was our guide, Abdullah, who was absolutely fantastic! He was incredibly kind, friendly, professional, and genuinely caring throughout the entire experience. He made sure we were comfortable, looked after us so well, and was always happy to help with anything we needed. We had such a wonderful time and will definitely remember this day for a long time. I couldn’t recommend this experience enough to anyone visiting Dubai! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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sindy tutah
Emdad was very nice buddy and so helpful
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Arathy Suresh
Good experience... Had a brand new land cruise dessert safari... Best experience
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Endzhe Khabibullina
Local Guide
We had a wonderful desert safari experience! Our driver and guide, Abdullah, was very polite, professional, and friendly throughout the trip. He made sure we were comfortable and enjoyed every moment. The quad biking and dune bashing were especially exciting and so much fun! We also enjoyed the buffet dinner and evening entertainment shows, which were a great way to end the day. Everything was well organized, and the whole experience was truly memorable. Special thanks to Abdullah for his excellent service and hospitality. Highly recommended!
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Emma Tondi
Service parfait, conduite excellente, mon ami et moi ont été très satisfait ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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이성훈
Emdad 씨와 투어했습니다! 호텔까지 픽업와주셔서 편했고, 바로 사막으로 이동했습니다! 중간에 스카프 살 수있는 곳에 데려다주셔서 따로 스카프는 구매하지 않으셔도 될것같아요! 듄 배싱을 아주 스릴있게 잘해주셨고 사진도 열심히 남겨주셨습니다 😄 쿼드바이크는 30분(150AED) 타는데 재밌었습니다! 친절하신 가이드님 덕분에 즐겁게 투어했습니다 !
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김태우
Emdad 너무 친절하시고 듄베이싱도 재밌게 태워주시고 사진도 잘 찍어주시고 여러모로 나이스한 사람입니다 여기에서 하시는 거 추천드려요~ 좋네요 ㅎㅎ
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Kunal Kargal
"We had an amazing desert safari experience from start to finish! EMDAD was a fantastic and safe driver during the dune bashing, and very patient and friendly. Thank you for the wonderful memories!"
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Rahul Yadav
Host ( Imtiyaz Ali ) was amazingly good. Took care of us & guided us.
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Папа Мелих Tamam
Все отлично Имдат! Красавчик!!!!
View on GoogleWhy guests book with us
- Licensed Dubai tour operator (Lic No 4418214) running desert trips since 2014
- 210+ Google reviews and 610+ on Tripadvisor. Guests often name our guides Wajid, Asghar, Ali and Imdad
- The price you see is the price you pay. There are no pressure upsells at the camp, and every add-on is priced upfront before you confirm
- Clean, insured Toyota Land Cruisers with roll cages, seat belts, GPS tracking and a first-aid kit
- Pay 20% online via WhatsApp after booking to confirm, and the balance on pickup. Rescheduling available. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup; within 24 hours the full amount is charged.
- WhatsApp replies in minutes, 7 days a week
How to book
Desert safari booking takes minutes: send your details on WhatsApp and we confirm your trip before you pay anything.
- 1Tap WhatsApp and send your date, number of guests and hotel or area
- 2We confirm availability and the exact pickup time, usually within minutes
- 3Pay 20% online via WhatsApp after booking to confirm, and the balance on pickup. Rescheduling available
- 4Your driver messages you on WhatsApp 30 minutes before pickup
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