While it is true that Dubai tours are known for being super luxurious and glamorous with some of the best shopping and dining destinations, there is also a part of Dubai that is truly exotic. The Dubai deserts are a world completely different. Away from the glitz of the Dubai nightlife and the gorgeous skyscrapers, the sand dunes paint a peaceful and truly mystical picture of this Arabian city that has developed into a major tourist attraction in a very little span of time. That being said, the Dubai Desert Safari is one of the best experience on a Dubai holiday and while you get to live the Bedouin life as you get up and close with the camels and everything deserty, here are a few things that you should bear in mind.


Top tips to stay safe yet enjoy your best Dubai experience in the desert

Dubai is a beautiful desert city and is hence the best place for some memorable desert adventures. From dune bashing, quad biking to calmer activities like sunset gazing and camel riding, Dubai desert safari is truly an experience that will stay in your memories for a lifetime. Here are some tips for you to make the best of this experience.

1. Protect yourself from the sun

If it is the desert, you definitely cannot skip the sun. especially if you are a tourist from a colder region, you will find the sun quite harsh. However, the hot sun should not dampen your spirits. Just make sure you have your sun gear with you always. A good sunblock is absolutely essential and so is a good hat. To avoid sun burns while out on the sand dunes, cover your body with any light clothing. Shades for your eyes are again an absolute must.

2. Don’t forget a good camera

If you thought that deserts are vast, barren lands with nothing interesting, wait till you get there. The sand dunes can be really beautiful to look at and can be a great background for some captivating pictures. With some of the most breathtaking views, the Dubai desert safari can become a great memory when you have a good camera with you.

3. There is a lot to share about

Dubai tours are really exciting and when you are on a holiday here, you will have something to share about every minute of the day. This is especially true when you are out in the desert, experiencing the true Arabian life. Whether it is having a walk on the sand dunes or a ride on the camel, smoke with the traditional shisha or some belly dancing, your entire Dubai desert safari is worth sharing with the world so why wait, get on with your Instagram-worthy pictures and rule the social media.

4. Get your drinks along

While your tour operators will make arrangements for refreshing drinks, it is best to have your drinks with you as the climate can make you thirsty quite often. Of course, water is your best beverage here but you can surely carry other drinks. Make sure you check with your tour operators on the beverages you can carry as Dubai has some strict laws on where and when alcohol is permitted.

5. Do not miss the sunset

The Dubai desert safari has several moments that will last with you as a lifetime memory but if there is one thing that can be just truly breathtaking, it is the marvelous sunset. Do not miss this view that will create magic in your life. The beauty of the sun setting over the vast expanse of golden sand is something that will truly take you into a different world.

6. Winters can actually be cold

The desert climate is quite extreme and while you may expect the sun to be hot, not many can believe that deserts can be extremely cold during the winters. If you are planning a desert safari trip in the winters, make sure that you have some warm clothes with you especially, if you are planning on an evening trip or an overnight stay.

7. Souvenir shopping

When at the campsite, you will find some stores selling you pretty souvenirs for your Dubai takeaway gifts but do bear in mind that these stores are pretty expensive. A little look around the regular souks of Dubai and you may get just the same stuff at quite affordable rates. So if you have some time to spend around in the Dubai markets, you might as well wait before you shop.

8. Wearing the right clothes and footwear

Keep yourself comfortable in light clothes. For footwear, make sure that you have something that is fully covered so that the sand doesn’t bother you too much. Also, the shoes need to have a good grip so that you can conveniently walk on the soft sand.

With the above tips, you can make sure that you have a wonderful trip out in the desert. Enjoy your Dubai holiday with all the right places to visit and make sure you come back again!

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