What to Expect on an Overnight Desert Safari in Dubai

The desert safari is an adventure like no other! It has fun, adventure, entertainment, relaxation, and delicious food. It cannot get better than this, or can it? You can take the whole adventure up a notch by choosing the overnight desert safari. Apart from the usual activities, there are special overnight desert safari Dubai activities that make the experience one of the best. Here’s what you can expect in your overnight desert safari: 

Safari Activities

Dune Bashing 

Conquer the giant dunes of the desert in 4X4 powerful SUVs with an expert driver at the helm. For 20-30 minutes, the vehicles will take you over the biggest dunes and make you feel like you are on a trackless roller coaster.

Quad Biking

If you feel like going over the dunes alone for an extra cost, choose the quad biking experience. Take charge of your quad bike (ATV) and ride over the dunes at top speeds.

Camel Riding

Become a true Bedouin nomad and take a ride on friendly and beautiful camels. Interact with these regal creatures as they take you on a short ride through the desert. 

Sunset Photography

As the sun sets, click unforgettable pictures of the setting sun and the changing colors of the desert. It is one of the best times for photography in the Dubai desert. 

Desert Village

Head to the oasis-like village where many more adventures and attractions await you. The desert village also has many wonderful shops where you can buy awesome souvenirs. 

Traditional Dress Photography

When in Rome, dress as the Romans do! Dress up like an Arab and click fun pictures you can show off to your friends and family by choosing traditional dress photography. 

Henna Painting

This is one for you, ladies. Cover your hands and feet with a beautiful temporary Henna tattoo. This is traditional body decoration done by Middle Eastern and South Asian women on special occasions. It's fun! 

Shisha Smoking

Smoke shisha like a true Bedouin sheik while relaxing by a bonfire. Puff on different flavors for even more fun.  

BBQ Dinner

Who would've guessed one of the best dinner spots in Dubai would be in the desert? Enjoy some of the tastiest vegetarian and non-veg BBQ food that has been cooked to perfection. 

Belly & Tanura Dances

Enjoy belly dance performances by beautiful dancers who will mesmerize you. Also, enjoy traditional Tanura dances. 

Special Overnight Safari Activities

These activities are a part of the evening desert safari and overnight desert safari. Now, let’s take a look at all the special overnight desert safari activities that you can enjoy:

Unlimited Arabic Coffee

Enjoy the best Arabic Coffee that will awaken your taste buds. Freshly brewed over the fire, this coffee will make you forget any other coffee you have ever had. 

Sleep Under the Sky

The night sky in the desert is free from light pollution. You can see the whole sky dotted with billions of stars. Falling asleep under this in a warm sleeping bag or blanket is the coziest feeling ever. Who knew that falling asleep in the desert could be one of the best things to do in Dubai at night?  

Conversations by the Bonfire

If you don’t want to sleep, grab a cup of hot coffee or tea and sit by the bonfire with your friends or family. You can have unlimited conversations as the roaring fire keeps the desert chill away.

Early Morning Breakfast

Start your day with a hearty breakfast that is just as delicious as the BBQ dinner. A scrumptious breakfast under the bright and shining desert sun is just the perfect start to the day and end to the overnight desert safari.

FAQs About the Desert Safari 

The following FAQs of Desert Safari Dubai will help you further know about the safaris and help you make the right choices:

Are all desert activities stated in desert safari itineraries included in the price?

No. Activities like quad biking, dune buggy riding, sandboarding, etc., come at an additional cost. They are not inclusive.

How many types of desert safari are there? 

There are many types of desert safaris, such as sunrise desert safari, morning desert safari, evening desert safari, overnight desert safari, and private desert safari. Out of them all, evening and overnight are the most popular.

What clothes to wear on a desert safari?

Wear loose cotton clothes for the daytime, but also carry warm clothing for evening and overnight safaris as the nights in the desert are cold. 

What is the restroom situation in the desert safari?

There are clean, separate restrooms for men and women.

Is alcohol served on the desert safari?

Yes, in certain desert safaris, you can ask for alcohol, which will come at a separate cost. Check with your desert safari tour operator.

The overnight desert safari is one of the best things to do in Dubai at night. You not only enjoy the desert, you come back with special memories and experiences that you will cherish for a long time. Therefore, choose the overnight desert safari and get ready for a desert adventure under the starry night sky.