Private Morning Desert Safari in Dubai
Out early while the dunes are cool, and back at your hotel by late morning. Timings, prices and what is included.
Morning safari timings
Pickup is between 7:30 and 8:00 AM from any hotel, hotel apartment or cruise terminal in Dubai. The trip takes about three hours, so you are back at your hotel by late morning with the rest of the day free. It is made for hot days and early risers.
It works well for families too. Baby seats and boosters are available on request; tell us your children's ages so the driver keeps the dune bashing gentle. More in our safari with kids guide.
- Early pickupBeat the heat.
- Dune bashingQuieter and cooler in the morning.
- Sandboarding and camel ridePlus photo stops along the way.
- Back by late morningDrop-off at your hotel.
What is included
Your own Land Cruiser and licensed safari driver for your group only, hotel pickup and drop-off, dune bashing, sandboarding and a camel ride. Breakfast and quad bikes are not included.
Morning safari price
Per Land Cruiser, not per person. Up to 6 guests per car.
| Group | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 guest 1 Land Cruiser | AED 500 |
| 2 guests 1 Land Cruiser | AED 500 |
| 3 guests 1 Land Cruiser | AED 515 |
| 4 guests 1 Land Cruiser | AED 530 |
| 5 guests 1 Land Cruiser | AED 545 |
| 6 guests 1 Land Cruiser | AED 560 |
| 7 guests 2 Land Cruisers | AED 1,060 |
| 8 guests 2 Land Cruisers | AED 1,060 |
| 9 guests 2 Land Cruisers | AED 1,075 |
| 10 guests 2 Land Cruisers | AED 1,090 |
| 11 guests 2 Land Cruisers | AED 1,105 |
| 12 guests 2 Land Cruisers | AED 1,120 |
Add a quad bike
Want to ride a quad too? The Morning Safari with Quad Bike is a morning in the dunes in your own Land Cruiser, with a quad bike ride before the heat. It takes about four hours with a flexible pickup, from AED 700 per Land Cruiser, and includes hotel pickup and drop-off, the quad bike ride, safety gear and a helmet, and water and soft drinks. See it on the dune buggy and quad page.
Morning safari in Abu Dhabi
Staying in Abu Dhabi? There is a Private Morning Safari with a 7:30 AM pickup, about four hours, from AED 500 per Land Cruiser, and a Kids-Friendly Morning Safari with a camel farm visit. See the Abu Dhabi desert safari page.
Morning or evening?
The evening safari runs about six hours with sunset, dinner and shows, while the morning safari is shorter, cooler and costs less. Compare them side by side in morning vs evening desert safari.
Questions people ask
What time is pickup for the morning safari?
Between 7:30 and 8:00 AM from your hotel, hotel apartment or cruise terminal in Dubai.
How long is the morning desert safari?
About three hours. You are back at your hotel by late morning.
Is breakfast included?
No. The morning safari includes hotel pickup, dune bashing, sandboarding and a camel ride. Breakfast and quad bikes are not included.
How much is the morning safari?
From AED 500 per Land Cruiser for one or two guests, up to AED 560 for six. Groups of 7 to 12 travel in two Land Cruisers.
Can I add a quad bike?
Yes. Quad bikes are a paid extra, or book the Morning Safari with Quad Bike from AED 700 per Land Cruiser.
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Every tour is private: your own vehicle and driver or guide, for your group only.
