Our Guide Tamir was excellent. He navigated through the sand dunes with so much skill and played music to get us to relax into it. He took good care of us from pick up until drop off. His customer care is on another level and I highly recommend him. And just to mention, he's a patient guide. He is an excellent photographer too.
Thank you.
Gytis
LithuaniaFeb 2026
5/5
+4 more
Very good experience. The guide who picked us up from the hotel was very friendly and kind to us. I really liked Noble's performance. I recommend buying a VIP package.
Sami
Feb 2026
5/5
The overall experience was good, we loved the Aquarium, the hospitality etc was smooth. The best part complete end to end trip was hassle free.
Tamsin
United KingdomFeb 2026
5/5
Fantastic experience being able to visit the tallest building in the world. Our whole family enjoyed our trip to the top!
Stefan
AustriaFeb 2026
5/5
Great program with an exciting desert drive in a Toyota. Beautiful sunset. Very well organized, I would definitely recommend it.
Tatiana
United StatesFeb 2026
5/5
Yasir was very professional and knowledgeable of the areas, culture & history of Dubai. Amazing sand ride and experience
Fikret
TurkeyFeb 2026
5/5
We toured the desert dunes with our guide Yasir, rode ATVs, and had a wonderful dinner. Everything was great, and our guide was very attentive and caring. He guided us whenever we needed help and made sure everyone’s requests were met.
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ZimbabweFeb 2026
5/5
+2 more
We had the most amazing experience. One I will never forget. Our tour guide Noor was very nice and hospitable. Totally enjoyed all the activities. Experience was a 10 out of 10 minus nothing. Top Notch 👌🏾
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Think gravity-defying slides down sun-baked mountains of sand, wind in your hair, and endless thrills. That's sandboarding in Dubai – an adventure for all ages, from seasoned sand-surfers to newbies ready to carve their first line. This guide is your ultimate sandboarding cheat sheet, covering ticket options, a preview of your experience, and everything you need to know and prep before going sandboarding in Dubai. Ready to hop on?
Sandboarding in Dubai: Your booking guide
Duration: Standard desert safari package: 5-10 minutes Premium desert safari package: 10 to 15 minutes
Seating: One board, one rider! Sandboarding is an individual adventure.
Sandboarding ticket options:
Morning vs. evening: Sandboarding is almost always included in desert safari packages, both standard and premium! You can shred the dunes in the morning with cooler temperatures, stunning sunrises, and fewer crowds or in the evening as the sun dips below the horizon, creating breathtaking panoramas.
Adding sandboarding to your adventure: Fear not, even if your package doesn't explicitly mention sandboarding! If you have a last-minute change of heart or want to tailor your experience, adding sandboarding to your desert safari is usually possible.
Packages vs. standalone: Why combo wins? Choosing a desert safari package with sandboarding offers several benefits over trying to book them separately: Convenience: One-stop booking for multiple activities and transportation, saving you time and hassle. Value: Often more affordable than booking individual elements separately, offering better bang for your buck. Comprehensive experience: Go beyond sandboarding and immerse yourself in the desert culture with dune bashing, camel rides, cultural performances, and delicious meals (depending on the package).
Cost of Sandboarding in Dubai: From budget-friendly thrills to luxurious sunset rides, sandboarding in Dubai offers experiences for every adventurer. Standard packages with included sandboarding start at AED 95, taking you on a sandy adventure. For those seeking longer rides, breathtaking sunsets, and extra activities, premium packages can reach AED 700. Choose your price point, and prepare to carve your memories into the Dubai desert!
Ticket Inclusions: Most desert safari tickets include transfers from Dubai, safety equipment, and experienced guides. Some packages include meals, refreshments, and other desert activities like quad biking or dune buggy rides. Be sure to check the specific inclusions of your chosen ticket before booking.
Know before you go Sandboarding in Dubai
Is Sandboarding in Dubai Safe? Rest assured, sandboarding in Dubai is generally considered safe when undertaken with adherence to safety guidelines. We prioritize your well-being with trained guides, high-quality equipment, and controlled environments. Follow instructions: Always listen to your guide's instructions closely, as they are well-versed in dune terrain and safety procedures. Seat Belts and Harnesses: While sandboarding doesn't usually involve seat belts or harnesses that dune buggy rides or other desert activities might have, you should always follow the safety instructions your guides provide. Helmets: Helmets are mandatory for sandboarding and most other desert activities. Don't skip this crucial safety measure!
Most desert safari packages conveniently include pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, saving you the hassle of navigating the desert. Sit back, relax, and let your adrenaline build as you approach the towering dunes.
Locations: Al Aweer Desert: Closest to the city, offering convenient access and shorter rides. Sandboarding is included in morning safaris due to its proximity. Lahbab Desert: Known for its dramatic, high dunes and challenging slopes, perfect for experienced sandboarders. Longer rides and premium packages are common here. Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve: Eco-conscious adventurers rejoice! This reserve offers sustainable desert experiences with longer sandboarding sessions (30+ minutes) and unique wildlife viewing opportunities.
Since Sandboarding is a part of most experiences, you will be allotted at least 15-20 minutes for it when you opt for standard tickets. However, with premium safari packages, you can enjoy longer duration along with other desert activities like quad biking or dune bashing.
Morning vs. Evening: Morning safaris offer cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, and stunning sunrises. It might be ideal for first-timers and families. However, the morning sun can cut short sandboarding sessions due to rising temperatures. Evening safaris offer comfortable temperatures and a vivid environment to enjoy desert activities, but they are also often crowded, especially during the peak season.
Summer vs. Winter: The summers [May-October] can be challenging for some travelers as the temperatures rise to 50°C (122°F). Although the evening safari is more comfortable, morning safaris are pleasant as they start early. One can enjoy the activities for the desert safari before it gets too hot.
Long sleeves and pants: Shield your skin from the harsh sun and abrasive sand. Opt for lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton or linen. Closed-toe shoes: Protect your feet from scorching sand and potential injuries—high-ankle boots or sneakers with good grip. Sunscreen: Apply generously and reapply throughout the day, especially after wiping away sand. Hat: A wide-brimmed hat protects your face and head from the sun and sand.
Most desert safaris include traditional Arabian meals or BBQ feasts, depending on your package. Avoid heavy meals before sandboarding, as they can make you feel sluggish.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sandboarding in Dubai
Sandboarding is a solo adventure sport that’s part of your Dubai Desert Safari experience, where you slide down sand dunes on a board.
Sandboarding is included in most desert safari packages, but reviewing the list of activities in your ticket before booking will be crucial. You can also attend the activity at the location with an additional payment.
Prices vary depending on the duration, group size, and equipment rentals. Expect to pay anywhere from AED 200 for a standard desert safari package, including 15 to 30 minutes of sandboarding. You can opt for premium desert safari packages for an extended period for this activity, along with other adventure desert activities like dune bashing, quad biking, etc.
Yes, you can definitely buy Sandboarding tickets online. Check out some of the Sandboarding options in Dubai here.
Most beginner-friendly slopes are suitable for first-timers. Instructors will provide essential tips and ensure your safety.
Wear comfortable, loose clothing that covers your arms and legs. Closed-toe shoes are essential, and gloves are recommended for protecting your hands. Sunglasses and a hat are great for sun protection.
Safety is a priority! You'll receive proper instruction and wear protective gear like helmets and elbow/knee pads. However, as with any physical activity, there's an inherent risk of minor bumps and scrapes.
Learn proper boarding techniques, feel the rush of gliding down the slopes, and enjoy the unique perspective of the desert landscape from on high.
Yes, an instructor will always be present with you and guide you through all the safety tips and measures.
Start on smaller slopes and take your time. Instructors are there to guide and encourage you. You can always watch others or enjoy other desert activities if sandboarding feels too daunting.
Sandboarding usually comes in a package deal with other desert safari activities as well. The price will vary depending on the other activities and facilities included. The starting price for this experience is AED 97.50.
Top-rated red sand desert experience at an unbeatable price!
Enjoy 30 minutes of thrilling dune bashing on red dunes with scenic sunset views at the iconic Lahbab Desert.
After you arrive at the camp, enjoy a camel ride, get a henna tattoo, dress up in traditional outfits, and smoke shisha.
Unwind under the stars with Arabic hospitality. Try local snacks and a BBQ feast, and see live performances, including a 30-minute belly dance show.
Add adventure with quad biking, dune buggy rides, or a private 4x4 ride.
Make it exclusive with VIP ticket upgrades, including front-row seats to live entertainment, priority service, and reduced wait times. Book now because adding on-site will cost more!
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Duration: 6-hour safari in Lahbab
Transport: Private/shared AC 4x4 pickup & dropoff (option based)
Camp fun: Belly dance, Tanoura, fire show, henna painting, Arabic costume photo op
Optional add-ons: 30‑min quad bike ride or 30‑min dune buggy ride
Exclusions
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Picture with falcon (available at an extra cost)
Alcoholic beverages (available at an extra cost)
Souvenirs (available at an extra cost)
Avoid eating 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during dune bashing.
This tour can accommodate a maximum of 6 people in 1 group.
The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, people with pre-existing medical conditions, infants, and senior citizens.
Some entertainment shows may not be available during national holidays and Islamic occasions.
Note that the following are not allowed during this experience: luggage, large bags, pets.
Pick-up and drop-off are limited to specific areas in Dubai.
During Ramadan, please note that belly dance shows and alcoholic drinks will not be available.
During Ramadan, the pick-up timings will be between 2:30pm and 3pm.
The buggy provided for the dune buggy experience can accommodate up to 2 people. Guests who wish to have separate buggies to themselves must make separate reservations for each buggy.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Wake yourself up with some early morning dune bashing, sand boarding, and a camel ride through Dubai's desert.
Experience mind-blowing views as you see the sunrise, and choose from ticket options to include a quad bike ride.
Go on an exhilarating dune buggy ride over the Red Dunes of Al Lahbab.
Scale massive sandy peaks as you discover the thrill of dune bashing in the Arabian Desert.
Try to surf the grainy waves on a Sand Board!
Keep your treasured memories alive with a desert-themed photo session at a scenic point in the middle of the wilderness.
Have a relaxing yet fascinating camel ride through the desert.
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4-hour Red Dunes Al Madaam desert safari
Hotel pick-up & drop-off in a shared/private 4x4 AC (as per option selected)
English-speaking safari tour guide
50-minute dune bashing
Sandboarding
30-minute quad bike ride (if option selected)
20-minute camel ride
Photo session
Unlimited cold mineral water
Exclusions
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Desert camp visit
Meals
Entertainment
7 or 8am onwards: Pick-up at Dubai
7:30 or 8:30am onwards: Dune bashing at Al Lahbab
8 or 9am onwards: Sand boarding and optional quad bike ride
9 or 10am onwards: Photo-op and camel rides
11am or 12pm onwards: Drop-off at Dubai
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Grab this ticket to a morning safari with basic desert essentials dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel ride desert Dubai.
Sandboard down the dunes, and visit a camel farm in the desert.
Bash sand dunes in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle - promising you an exciting time.
From here, you'll head to the campsite where you can enjoy your welcome refreshments.
Enjoy activities like shisha smoking and tasting local Emirati coffee at the camp. Also, enjoy a desert safari camel ride.
Get a smooth pick-up from your place of accommodation to the desert and back in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Inclusions
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Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
20-30 mins dune bashing in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
Sandboarding
Photo-stop at a camel farm
Desert campsite visit
Camel ride
Shisha
Arabic coffee
Exclusions
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Quad bike
6am: Pick-up
7am: Sandboarding
8am: 30-min Dune Bashing and then drive back to camp
9am: Camel ride
9:30am: Shisha along with Emirati coffee and gahwa
11am: Drop-off
Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.
Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Embark on a budget-friendly Desert Safari experience, a must on your Dubai bucket list.
Leave behind transportation woes with pick-ups and drop-offs included in your ticket.
Enjoy photo stops during dune driving and snap pictures with the "ship of the desert" at a camel farm.
Admire the play of colors on the sky and sand as the sun sets over the desert.
Take the opportunity to ride a camel, try sandboarding, and adorn your hands with henna.
Experience Arabian hospitality, complete with dates, Arabic coffee, and Shisha.
Get acquainted with traditional art forms with live belly dance and Tanoura performances.
Sate your appetite with a delicious spread of Barbecue dinner.
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Pick-up and drop-off in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
Smooth dune drive
30-40 mins dune bashing in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
Photo stops in the dunes
Photo stop at a camel farm
Camel ride
Sandboarding
Henna tattoo
Shisha
Fire dancer show
Tanoura dance show
Belly dance show
BBQ open buffet
Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
It is advised to wear lightweight clothing during summers. Bring along sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a jacket during winters.
It is recommended not to eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid any sickness during dune bashing.
The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.
Some entertainment shows may not be available during national holidays and Islamic occasions.
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
3pm: Pick-up
4:30pm: Dune Bashing
5:15pm: Sandboarding
5:30pm: Lounge at the Bedouin-style camp with Qahwa and snacks
6pm: Camel ride
6:30pm: Henna paintings and photo sessions
7:30pm: Live entertainment and dinner
9pm: Campfire with Arabic tea/coffee and desert stories
9:30pm: Stargazing with a telescope
10pm: Sleep for the night in a Bedouin tent
5:15am: Sunrise
5:30am: Ride in a camel caravan
6am: Arabian breakfast
Drop-off
Note: The timings mentioned depend on various factors and may differ slightly on the day of your safari.
Inclusions
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Pick-up and drop-off in an AC 4x4 vehicle
English-speaking licensed driver
30-45 mins dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle
Sandboarding
Sunset photo stop
Camel feeding
Al Khayma desert camp visit
Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee), and dates upon arrival at camp
Henna painting for ladies and falcon experience photos
Shisha pipe (hubble-bubble flavor)
Tanoura and Nashaat dancing show
Unlimited water and soft drinks
Barbecue dinner with veg and non-veg options
Overnight stay in Bedouin tent
Night desert guide
Rogag (Arabic bread) & Chai (Arabic tea) at night
Bedouin-style Nawar bed
Pillows and blankets
Shower room facility without towels
15-20 mins morning camel trekking
Morning Arabic breakfast
Exclusions
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Quad bike and dune buggy
Towels
Alcoholic drinks
Reduced ticket pricing is available for this experience.
The overnight stay in the Bedouin tent is not air-conditioned.
Some entertainment shows may not be available during national holidays and Islamic occasions.
The dune bashing experience is not suitable for: children aged 3 and under, pregnant women, wheelchair users, people with back and heart problems, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Uncrowded sunrise desert safari and picnic breakfast at Al Qudra Lakes.
Enjoy a desert dune drive in the gentle early-morning light, where soft hues and uncrowded paths reveal a quiet, immersive desert experience.
Stop at a dedicated sunrise photo point—capture the calm as the first light transforms the dunes into a photographer’s dream.
See native Desert Gazelle and Arabian Oryx from safe viewing zones, offering rare, up-close wildlife moments in their natural habitat.
Savor a hearty breakfast by Al Qudra Lake, complete with Arabic coffee and dates. Fewer crowds mean uninterrupted moments to capture the sunrise views.
Be back at your hotel by 11am—ideal for travelers short on time but eager for a complete desert experience. Book now for a seamless adventure.
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Duration: 4-hour safari at Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve
Transport: Shared AC 4x4 pickup & dropoff from Dubai hotels
Dune bashing: 20‑30‑min ride at Al Marmoom Reserve
Activities: Sandboarding, sunrise photoshop, Wildlife viewing (Arabian Onyx & desert gazelle) at feeding station
Safety is a priority, so thus experience is restricted for children aged 5 years and under and pregnant people.
This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
This experience is not recommended for individuals with heart, back, or neck conditions.
Transportation is provided in 4x4 vehicles, with a maximum of five passengers per vehicle.
The tour duration is approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, plus an additional 60-90 minutes for hotel transfers in Dubai, depending on traffic.
Pick-up is included from hotels in Deira, Bur Dubai, Downtown, Al Barsha, Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah, and Dubai Marina, as well as locations in Sharjah and Ajman.
Pick-up from private residences or villas in Dubai can be arranged from nearby hotels.
Pick-up from Jebel Ali, Dubai Parks, Bab Al Shams, Al Maha Desert Resort, and hotels near the Dubai Expo site is available for an additional AED 50 per person (minimum two people).
A minimum of two guests per booking is required.
Sunrise visibility may be poor on foggy or hazy days.
There's a possibility that the Arabian oryx will not be at the feeding station during your visit.
Please let us know when booking if you require a vegetarian meal.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Desert Safari
[Limited Time 30% Off] Red Dunes Evening Desert Safari & BBQ Dinner with Optional Quad Bike
Top-rated red sand desert experience at an unbeatable price!
Enjoy 30 minutes of thrilling dune bashing on red dunes with scenic sunset views at the iconic Lahbab Desert.
After you arrive at the camp, enjoy a camel ride, get a henna tattoo, dress up in traditional outfits, and smoke shisha.
Unwind under the stars with Arabic hospitality. Try local snacks and a BBQ feast, and see live performances, including a 30-minute belly dance show.
Add adventure with quad biking, dune buggy rides, or a private 4x4 ride.
Make it exclusive with VIP ticket upgrades, including front-row seats to live entertainment, priority service, and reduced wait times. Book now because adding on-site will cost more!
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
17 hr.
Guided tour
Transfers available
Pickup available
Desert Safari
Sunrise Desert Safari with Picnic Breakfast
Uncrowded sunrise desert safari and picnic breakfast at Al Qudra Lakes.
Enjoy a desert dune drive in the gentle early-morning light, where soft hues and uncrowded paths reveal a quiet, immersive desert experience.
Stop at a dedicated sunrise photo point—capture the calm as the first light transforms the dunes into a photographer’s dream.
See native Desert Gazelle and Arabian Oryx from safe viewing zones, offering rare, up-close wildlife moments in their natural habitat.
Savor a hearty breakfast by Al Qudra Lake, complete with Arabic coffee and dates. Fewer crowds mean uninterrupted moments to capture the sunrise views.
Be back at your hotel by 11am—ideal for travelers short on time but eager for a complete desert experience. Book now for a seamless adventure.
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