Dubai Sunrise Desert Safari : Overview
Sunrise desert safari Dubai gives you the chance to begin your day while admiring the raw beauty of the desert. After you watch the dark desert flooded with the sun’s golden hue, you also get to enjoy some adventurous activities along with morning refreshments. The sunrise desert safari is short but eventful as you get to witness a beautiful sunrise in the desert and indulge in some thrills as well.
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Sunrise desert safari is exactly what the name suggests. You arrive at the desert camp really early in the morning, when it is still dark outside. You get to stand in the middle of the desert, taking in the peace and serenity of the place. The highlight of this Dubai desert safari is that you get to see the sun rising from behind the large sand dunes of the desert. It is a great opportunity to take some breathtaking photographs of the place. If you are lucky, you may also get the chance to catch sight of desert animals. This is followed by adventurous activities, the most exciting being dune bashing. Morning safari with quad biking camel riding is also available with this tour.
Top Highlights of Dubai Sunrise Desert Safari
- Witness the rare event of driving though the city into the desert, when the city is still asleep.
- Breathe in the chilled desert air as you wait for the sunrise.
- Capture the desert sunrise in your camera lens, as the rising sun transforms the desert into a breathtaking golden landscape.
- Hop on to a 4x4 vehicle and zoom your way up and down the high and low sand dunes during a dune bashing ride.
- Elevate your desert safari experience with additional adventurous activities like quad biking and camel riding.
What to Expect on a Sunrise Desert Safari in Dubai
The sunrise desert safari begins really early in the morning to ensure that you reach the desert camp right before dawn. You get the opportunity to witness how darkness turns into light and how the morning hue of the sun tints the entire place in its beautiful aura. Photography enthusiasts would have a field day, as you can capture the essence of the desert and the early morning sun in every frame.
The sunrise is only the beginning of your desert adventure. The dune bashing session comes next. Dune bashing happens in a 4x4 vehicle. As you buckle in your seat belt, the professional driver revs up the engine and takes you on a rollercoaster ride over the mighty sand dunes. You can go for some additional adventurous activities here. With a morning safari with camel riding , you will be able to ride around the desert camp on a camel. Quad bikes are also available for rent for those who want to explore the desert dunes on wheels on their own. Unlimited snacks and beverages are available at the desert camp.
Sunrise Desert Safari Dubai Journey
Sunrise desert safari tour includes transportation, which means you would be picked up from your hotel or residence early in the morning. It is important to be ready at the pre-appointed time, so that you can reach the desert well before sunrise. You will drive to the desert in a luxury 4x4 vehicle.
The drive from the city to the desert takes around 45 minutes. This is the only time in the day when you would get to enjoy the view of the city without its phenomenal traffic. Enjoy the quietness of the hour as the vehicle takes you to the desert camp, where the actual fun awaits you.
At the desert camp, you choose a spot to witness one of the most gorgeous natural phenomena. The sun rising amidst the sand dunes is quite glorious, and you would be able to take some amazing photos for your social media handles or even one for your wall.
After sunrise, it is time to take part in some adventurous activities. First is the adrenaline-rushing dune bashing ride. Driving in a 4x4 vehicle all over the sand dunes is truly exhilarating. You can also try some other adventures like quad biking and camel riding during your sunrise desert safari tour.
Once you are done with all the adventures, you can enjoy some refreshments. There would be some snacks and probably Arabic tea and coffee.
Before the desert sun becomes too hot to handle, it is time to hop on to your 4x4 vehicle and head back to the city. You have an entire day exploring the other attractions and activities in Dubai.
What to Bring
- Comfortable, cotton clothes (preferably full-sleeved tops and long pants)
- Closed toe shoes or walking shoes
- Light jacket (for cool early morning temperature)
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Smartphone/camera
- Portable charger
- Small backpack
- Reusable water bottle
Customer Reviews
Yogin P
18 July 2021
Superb Time from 4:30 am till about 8 am / Morning Desert Safari and Sunrise. Mohammed was very knowledgeable and pleasant
Thibaud
Feb 2021
Very good experience despite the early wake-up (5:30 am). We didn’t want to make the proposed safari so Rayna organized for us a Sunrise excursion in the desert. Just the desert and us. Magical.
Special thanks to our driver and guide Mehtab Shah.
Dipali
10 Nov 2019
My friend and I booked a private sunrise desert safari tour and had an amazing time with our driver Fakhar from Rayna Tours. We got to personalize our trip to be exactly what we wanted to do: dune bashing, quad biking, and sunrise photography. Fakhar was an excellent experienced driver, and was very informative about Dubai's culture and the UAE history in general. He was also an amazing photographer :) Definitely recommend this trip!!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a sunrise and a morning desert safari?
Sunrise desert safari starts with watching a sunrise in the desert, while a morning desert safari Dubai begins well after sunrise, usually around 9 in the morning.
Is the sunrise desert safari worth booking in summer?
Can I book a private sunrise desert safari in Dubai?
Yes. If you prefer a private sunrise desert safari in Dubai, all you need to do is contact our travel agents at Rayna Tours and we will customize a private safari for you.
What time does the sunrise safari start and end?
Is dune bashing included in the sunrise safari?
Yes. Dune bashing is included with sunrise desert safari, although the duration may be a bit shorter than the other types of safaris.
What is the cost of a sunrise desert safari in Dubai?
The sunrise desert safari Dubai price is somewhere around AED 1050.
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