How much does it cost to visit the dubai desert: tour prices
Visiting the Dubai desert is one of the best experiences you'll have during your trip. But do you know how much it costs to do one of these excursions? Read on!
Dubai Desert | © Enrico Strocchi
The city of Dubai, with its modern skyscrapers and shopping malls, is an amazing place but if you're spending a few days there, when you need a break from the monotony, heading outside the city to explore the surrounding wilderness is one of the best things you can do during your stay.
In fact, a visit to Dubai can't be complete without a trip to the desert- one of the best things to do in Dubai! So that you can organise your budget in detail, here's how much the experience will cost you and if there's any way to save money
How much do desert tours in Dubai cost?
From £45 on Hellotickets you can get a ticket to join a trip to the Lahbab Desert from Dubai for a thrilling adventure amidst the huge red sand dunes.
There are plenty of operators offering desert tours in Dubai so before you buy tickets, I recommend you take a look at all the activities included in the tour to make sure they cover all the things you want to do in the desert.
What factors determine the price of desert tours in Dubai?
The length of the tour (2 to 7 hours) and the number of activities that take place during the tour are factors that determine the price.
As a visit to the Lahbab Desert is one of the highlights of the Dubai experience, there is a huge variety of tours available and you can choose the one that best suits your budget, interests and schedule.
Broadly speaking, tours to the Dubai desert may include:
- A short camel ride or quad biking adventure.
- A 4WD ride over the huge dunes (Dune Bashing) or driving a buggy.
- Sandboarding in the dunes.
- A stop to enjoy the sunset and panoramic views of the desert landscape.
- Dinner and a show at a Bedouin camp.
- The amazing experience of sleeping in the desert.
Do children pay on Dubai desert tours and are there reduced rates?
Yes, all tour participants (including children) must have their own entrance fee. However, depending on the tour you choose, you may be able to take advantage of reduced child rates (usually for those aged between 3 and 11) and pay a little less than adults.
So at least you can save a little! Which is always good news to give your wallet a break in the most expensive city in the UAE.
By the way, one thing that never hurts, especially if you're travelling with children, is to read our tips for visiting the desert in Dubai. Take note!
How to book a Dubai desert tour?
As this is a very popular excursion for all tourists visiting the city, it is best to book your tickets online in advance before you leave if you want to make sure there is availability for the date you have in mind (especially if you are travelling in the high season, i.e. December, January and February). In my opinion, it is the most convenient, quickest and safest way to book your seat.
In Hellotickets you can check the availability of excursions to the desert of Dubai on the date you want as well as compare the price of these experiences, schedules and activities included. Surely you will find the excursion that best suits you!
Although you can book this activity once you are in Dubai directly, I do not recommend it because if you leave it to the last minute the options available will be scarce and you run the risk of finding an agency that is not very reliable and does not meet your expectations.
Can I do the Dubai desert tour with a tourist card?
If you're thinking of buying a tourist pass to visit Dubai you're in luck because the desert tour is one of the attractions included in the two Dubai tourist cards: the Dubai Explorer Pass (from €183) and the Go Dubai Card (from €276).
The epicentre of luxury in the Middle East is Dubai. So the best way to save during your trip is to buy one of these tourist cards if you want to live a little adventure doing a lot of activities or visiting the main tourist attractions of the city.
Besides the savings, Dubai tourist passes have more advantages such as free entry and priority access to the most important sights of the city as well as interesting discounts that you can apply during your holiday.
Dubai Tourist Card Comparison Chart
If you are one of those who enjoy travelling and making the most of your time seeing all the possible attractions in the city, always get a tourist pass. To get to know Dubai well, you have these two options. Here's a comparison to help you choose the best one:
- Dubai Explorer Pass
- From €183
- Choose from 3 to 7 Dubai attractions to visit.
- More than 45 attractions to choose from.
- Valid for 60 days from first activation.
- Go Dubai Card
- From £276
- See as many attractions as you want with 2 to 7 day passes.
- More than 30 attractions to choose from.
- Valid for 15 days from the first activation.