Red Dune Desert Safari in Dubai : Overview
The Red Dune Desert Safari in Dubai is adventurous and entertaining, while enabling you to admire the dramatic reddish landscape of the desert. Although similar to an evening desert safari, what makes Red Dune safari popular is its unique desert view and premium experiences.
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Golden desert dunes stretching miles around you are the first thing that comes to mind when one thinks of a desert safari Dubai. But the red dunes desert safari Dubai is a tad bit different. This desert safari will take you to the Lahbab Desert of Dubai, where the sand has a reddish tint to it, thanks to the presence of high iron oxide content in the sand. The red color of the sand makes the desert look more striking and breathtaking. While admiring the view of this amazing desert makes it worth going for this desert safari, other things like adventurous activities, cultural experiences, and entertaining shows also await you here. Moreover, the Red Dune Desert Safari with BBQ dinner tour gives you the chance to enjoy a scrumptious meal in the desert.
Top Highlights of the Red Dune Desert Safari in Dubai
- Experience an extreme dune bashing session on the mighty red sand dunes of the Dubai desert.
- Enjoy swaying in a rhythmic motion as the camel takes you around the desert camp.
- Learn to balance as you try to zoom down the high sand dunes of the desert.
- Catch a break from the adventure activities to click vivid photographs of the desert sunset.
- Enjoy a traditional Arabic welcome to the desert camp with Arabic coffee and sweet dates.
- Absorb the Emirati culture and heritage through activities like henna painting, Shisha smoking, and more
- Witness incredible performances by Tanoura and belly dancers who will entertain you with their classic moves.
- Relish a 3-course desert dinner, comprising BBQ dishes, main courses, and traditional desserts.
What to Expect on a Red Dune Desert Safari in Dubai
A red dune desert safari may seem and sound like a regular evening desert safari Dubai. But the experience can be a little bit different, especially the adventurous activities, because of the layout of the land. The dunes of the red desert are taller than those of the other Dubai deserts, making the experience a lot more thrilling.
This desert safari starts with a dune bashing session, which lasts for around 45 minutes. What makes this dune bashing session more unique is that the red dunes are steeper, making the process even more exciting. After dune bashing, you are taken to the desert camp, where you will be welcomed in the traditional style with coffee and dates.
More adventurous activities await you at the desert camp. You will get to ride a camel, try sandboarding, and even get your hands on a quad bike. At the Red Dune Desert Safari, the duration of the activities is longer than the regular desert safaris. You will be guided by tour guides before every activity, ensuring that you remain safe throughout.
One of the main highlights of the desert safari is the sunset, and the one at the Lahbab desert safari is even more breathtaking. The credit goes to the red hue of the desert, which takes a different kind of glow during sunset.
Even if you are not interested in adventures, you can take part in cultural activities at the desert camp. You can get your hands painted with henna. You can wear a traditional Arabic dress and take photos. There is also a Shisha smoking counter, where you can smoke flavored Shishas. You may also get the chance to hold a falcon and take some cool pictures.
One of the most exciting events happening at the desert camp is the entertainment programs. As you settle at the little tables inside the desert camp, Tanoura dancers and belly dancers entertain you with their performances. You will witness a daring fire dance show as well.
The Red Dune Desert Safari ends with a , dinner in the Dubai desert, a complete 3-course meal, including starters, main course, and dessert. Starters are usually BBQ items, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. Main courses involve salads, Arabic bread, pasta, pilaf, and gravies. Desserts at the desert camp include fresh fruits and Arabic sweets like kunafa.
Red Dune Desert Safari Journey in Dubai
If you book a Red Dune Desert Safari, here is what you can expect during your journey.
The Red Dune Desert safari begins with your pick up from the hotel (or residence). A driver would pick you up from the location in a 4x4 vehicle. The red dune desert is around 50-60 km away from Dubai city, and it would take around 45 minutes to reach the place.
Once you reach the border of the desert, you can take a small break. You can step out of the vehicle and stretch while checking out the stunning view of the vast red desert. Your tour guide preps the vehicle for dune bashing, which involves removing the pressure from the tires. Once this is done, you buckle up and off you go on a ride on the towering red dunes. There is a lot of tumbling and roughing up. Do not forget to hold on tightly to the car handles or car seat.
Dune bashing is not the only thing that lies ahead of your Red Dune Safari. Numerous other adventures are also available for you in the desert. Camel riding is one of the most interesting activities here. Riding on a camel in the desert will give you an idea of how the Bedouins traveled in the past. The Red Dune Desert Safari also offers additional activities like sandboarding and quad biking. The specialty of this desert safari is that the duration of these adventures is little more than the regular desert safaris.
When you are done with adventures, you step into the desert camp, where you will get to enjoy aromatic Arabic coffee with some local dates. You can also walk around the desert camp and visit the various tents to enjoy the cultural experiences awaiting you. A henna artist would paint your hands with a beautiful henna design. At another tent, you will find traditional Arabic clothes, an abaya for women and a kandura for men. You can choose to wear these outfits to click some pictures. There is also a shisha section, where you can smoke flavored shisha.
Amidst engaging in all the interesting activities, do take out the time to admire the mesmerizing desert sunset. The dipping sun creates a magical aura over the red dunes, making it a perfect landscape to take Insta-worthy photographs. Alternatively, you can just soak in the magic of golden hour while watching the sunset.
After sunset, it is time for some entertainment. Tanoura dance and belly dance performances are a staple of desert safaris. Both the dances need specific skills and a whole lot of energy, and the performers will not fail to awe you. The awesome fire show is also a part of this desert safari.
The Red Dune Desert Safari concludes with dinner. BBQ dishes are served as starters. This is followed by an assorted dish for the main course. You will get to eat both Emirati and international dishes. The dessert that follows includes Arabic sweets and fresh fruits.
After dinner, you will be dropped back to your hotel or residence, usually in the same vehicle you came in.
What to Bring
- Outfits of breathable fabrics like linen and cotton
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Closed toe shoes
- Light jacket (for colder evenings)
- Camera or phone
- Power bank
Customer Reviews
A Kumar
May 2019
Booked the Dubai Trio Package for my family trip to Dubai. We had a good experience, and it was definitely value for money. Our tour guide was polite and knowledgeable. We recommend this package to everyone.
Ruby Akua A
Feb 2019
My experience with this tour package was simply awesome. I would say that it is a good deal, and I got to visit Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the desert at such a cool price. My favorite among all the tours was the desert safari. It was simply the best.
My_ingga
Feb 2019
If anyone is planning a holiday in Dubai, they should get this super trio package. We could see and do so much without burning our pocket. The Dubai and Abu Dhabi city tours were awesome, while the desert safari tour was simply the best. We indulged in almost all the adventurous activities, and the entertainment shows were awesome. The food was good too.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Red Dune Desert Safari in Dubai?
The Red Dune Desert Safari location is the Lahbab Desert, which is known for its red-colored sand dunes
How is the Red Dune Safari different from a regular desert safari
The Red Dune Safari happens in the Lahbab Desert, whereas the regular evening desert safari Dubai happens in the golden deserts of Dubai. The former is usually more thrilling and slightly more expensive than the latter.
What activities are included in the Red Dune Safari?
- Dune bashing (30-45 minutes)
- Camel riding
- Sandboarding
- Quad biking (at additional cost)
- Henna painting
- BBQ meal
- Live performances: Tanoura dance, belly dance, and fire show
How long does the Red Dune Safari take?
The Red Dune Safari lasts for 6-7 hours.
What should I wear for the Red Dune Safari?
Comfortable outfits made of cotton and linen are best for Red Dune Safari. Wear loose pants and long-sleeved shirts or tops to protect your skin from the harsh desert sun. For footwear, opt for closed-toe shoes. Avoid shorts, jeans, skirts, and other flowing clothes.
Is the Red Dune Safari suitable for children or elderly guests?
A Red Dune Safari is a bit more challenging and adventurous than a golden desert safari, and hence may not be suitable for very young children and elderly guests. However, they can still enjoy the rest of the desert safari without the adventure.
Is food included in the Red Dune Safari?
Yes, a BBQ dinner with three courses is included in the Red Dune Safari.
Do I need to book the Red Dune Safari in advance?
Yes, there is a high demand for Red Dune Safaris, and hence you must book one in advance.
How much does the Red Dune Safari in Dubai cost?
The starting price of a Red Dune Safari in Dubai is around AED 130.
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