Desert Safari in Dubai: A First Timer's Guide
Everything you need to know before your first dune drive — what to wear, when to go, and how to pick the right tour.
Shanghai Travels
5 min read
A desert safari is the most-booked experience in Dubai, and for good reason. The combination of dune driving, a sunset that shifts from white to gold to orange, and a camp dinner under the stars is hard to match anywhere else within forty minutes of a five-star hotel.
What to Wear
Light, loose clothing works best. Closed-toe shoes are not required but will keep sand out during the walk to the camp. A light jacket is worth bringing from November through February — the desert cools quickly once the sun sets.
When to Go
- November to March for comfortable temperatures
- Sunset tours are the most popular and atmospheric
- Avoid public holidays if you prefer smaller groups
