Outdoor Activities in Dubai

Dubai: Small-Group Helicopter Tour and Speedboat Ride (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Experience Dubai from two breathtaking perspectives with our Helicopter & Love Boat Combo Tour — a thrilling journey by air and sea! Start with a 12-minute helicopter ride and soar above iconic landmarks like Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, The Palm, and the Burj Al Arab, capturing unforgettable aerial views of Dubai’s stunning skyline and coastline. Feel the excitement as you fly over world-famous sights in comfort and style. Then, take to the water on a 90-minute high-speed Love Boat Tour. Cruise along Dubai Marina, past the impressive Ain Dubai, vibrant JBR, and the majestic Atlantis Hotel. Enjoy photo stops, sea breezes, and live commentary from your crew — plus a close-up view of the iconic Burj Al Arab from the open sea. This combo offers the perfect mix of adventure, luxury, and unforgettable views. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a Dubai regular, this experience gives you a fresh and exciting way to see the city. Book now and elevate your Dubai adventure!

Dubai Desert Safari With BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride, Belly Dancing and sandboarding (opens in a new tab)

14 7 h

The endless desert is the best fun when you get to ride over the golden sands with your very own desert safari Dubai expert. Don’t miss taking selfies with the endless desert in the background as you make your way to the camp. Here you can enjoy the flavorful Arabic Gahwa and dates with unlimited soft drinks to quench your thirst. Entertainment is a must have in Dubai, hence the traditional tanura show and belly dancing to add a charm to the romantic evening. Most guests enjoy being dressed in traditional attire and having a henna tattoo for those souvenir clicks.

Top of Burj Khalifa & Sky Views Dubai Tour with Transfers (opens in a new tab)

13 4 h

Experience the best of Dubai's towering heights with our combined Burj Khalifa "At the Top" and Sky Views Dubai Glass Slide Access Tour. Begin your adventure at the iconic Burj Khalifa, where a high-speed elevator transports you to the 124th and 125th floors. From the observation decks, enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of the city, desert, and ocean. Marvel at the panoramic vistas through floor-to-ceiling glass walls or step out onto the open-air terrace for an exhilarating perspective. Next, elevate your adventure with the Sky Views Dubai Glass Slide. Located high above the city, this thrilling slide lets you glide from one floor to another through a transparent glass tube, offering unparalleled views and an adrenaline rush. The tour also includes access to the Sky Views Dubai Observatory, providing additional stunning panoramas of Dubai's skyline and landmarks. Perfect for thrill-seekers and sightseers alike, this tour showcases Dubai from its most breathtaking angles.

Free cancellation

Private Sunrise & Morning Desert Safari Dubai with Layover Pickup (opens in a new tab)

6 4 h

See the Lahbab red dunes at sunrise or in the cool of the morning, in your own private 4x4. Choose the sunrise departure to watch the sun come up over the dunes, or start any hour until 10 AM (until 8 AM in summer). Your licensed driver-guide collects you from your hotel or home in Dubai, Sharjah or Ajman, or straight from Dubai International Airport if you are on a layover of 9 hours or more. In the dunes you get about 40 minutes of dune bashing at the pace you choose, sandboarding, a short camel ride and a photo stop, with the guide taking the photos for you. Cars are 2022+ Toyota Land Cruisers or Nissan Patrols with a maximum of 6 guests, and the whole trip takes about 4 hours door to door. It is a relaxed way to see the desert for families, early risers and anyone with a few hours between flights. Desert Thrill is a family-run, DET-licensed Dubai operator rated 4.9 on Tripadvisor (1,000+ reviews).

Free cancellation

Dubai Layover City/Desert Tour: Flexible Times & Airport Transfer (opens in a new tab)

18 4 h – 6 h

Don’t spend your layover in Dubai trapped in the airport. Choose the adventure that fits your interests and available time: an attraction-packed city highlights tour or a thrilling desert safari experience. Get whisked straight from the airport, cruise terminal, or hotel of your own choice or one provided by Emirates Airlines. We handle every detail so you can simply step into an unforgettable experience. No stress, no guesswork, no missed flights. An air-conditioned vehicle with ample luggage space with a knowledgeable local guide who knows Dubai's shortcuts, and hidden gems. Dubai is one of the Middle East's most captivating cities and it's right outside your gate! So turn your transit time into travel time and leave with memories and photos worth far more than a boarding pass!

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Sharjah Mleiha Archaeological Centre Desert Tour and Museum (opens in a new tab)

1 4 h

Meet your guide at your central Dubai hotel and board a comfortable air-conditioned 4x4. This new visitor attraction in the Emirate of Sharjah blends history, nature and culture with exceptional quality and warm hospitality to create a unique leisure experience in a spectacular natural setting. Step into our vehicles and head back in time to see Mleiha through the ages. Visit Stone Age caves, walk through a Pre-Islamic fort and witness the community lifestyle and burials of the Bronze Age. Visitors will see Horse and Camel Graves, Farmhouse with Kitchen, Community Village and Mleiha Fort as well. Your tour then finishes with a drop-off at your Dubai hotel.

Morning Dune Buggy 1000cc Polarize open Desert (opens in a new tab)

17 1 day

Definitely the best one for the thrill lovers! The specially designed twin-seat Sand Dune Buggies deliver a heart throbbing 1000 ccs to give you the ultimate thrill of a desert self-drive. This Four Hours trip is sure to get your adrenaline pumping and give you the experience of the desert ride like no other. Upon reaching the desert, our instructor will guide you with the necessary gear and safety briefing before being taken for a real roller coaster ride deep into some of the best dunes around for a one-hour self-drive experience- convoy style. With convenient stops for refreshments and amazing photo opportunity. A real nonstop adventure where your own desire sets the limits! Explore the beauty of UAE’s Desert as it was a meant to be seen on the back of a camel! we invite you to take a guided camelback ride on the scenic trails of the of UAE. The unique location and terrain, as well as the variety of service offered, will surely give you a taste of the real Arabia.

Free cancellation

Dubai Evening Desert Safari on Private Basis (opens in a new tab)

6 h

Enjoy your Evening Desert Safari trip on Private basis, we will pick all guest from Dubai Hotels or Cruise Terminal in Dubai on private basis no one can share your 4x4 Landcruiser between 3 to 4 pm, and we will take you in the desert for this tour, where you can have private Dune bashing fun, after that we will take you campsite for other activities as per inclusion, the tour will be almost 6 hours with Buffet Dinner & Live Shows. Campsite activities will be on sharing basis. We have Morning Private option as well which is included private Dune Bashing, water & soft-drinks with Private hotel or Cruise terminal pickup & Dropoff.

Free cancellation

Evening Heritage Safari by Vintage G-Class at Al Marmoom Oasis (opens in a new tab)

6 7 h

As part of the tour you will have a chance to learn about the significance of desert plants and trees (like the Al Ghaf - UAE national tree, a drought-tolerant, evergreen tree), fauna and the traditional Bedouin way of life. You will have a possibility to observe animals and birds like Arabian Oryx, Ghazal Deer, Falcon, Camel, Flamingo and other birds.

Dubai Red Dunes Dune Buggy Safari with Camel Ride (opens in a new tab)

5 4 h

Admire the stunning Red Dunes of Al Lahbab. Enjoy an exciting private 4x4 ride across the desert. Feel the thrill of a self-drive dune buggy adventure over the golden sands. Drive through the dunes to a traditional desert camp. Experience a short and memorable camel ride.

Free cancellation

Dubai Evening Quad Bike Red Dunes Safari with BBQ & Live Shows (opens in a new tab)

298 6 h – 7 h

The Unique Sunset Quad Bike Safari is the most intensive Experience to feel and explore the desert. Here is what you will get: ✓ Powerful Quad Bike Experience for one hour on high and extreme dunes, with Sandboarding ✓ Camel Ride for your “slow-motion” experience ✓ Delicious BBQ dinner in a traditional Desert Camp ✓ Entertaining evening finale with tanoura -, belly- dance, and much more - Total duration: 6 to 7 hours - Option without camp and dinner available "Pure Safari", duration 3.5-4 hours

Dubai Desert Safari with dune bashing and Dinner (opens in a new tab)

75 6 h

4x4 Pickup from your location Accompanying Experienced instructor Adventurous Dune Bashing by Safari License Driver Sand Boarding Camel Ride Sunset viewpoint photo stop (On High Dunes) Unlimited Refreshments (Water, soft drinks, tea & coffee) Henna tattoo for ladies/kids Arabic dresses for photography Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour) in the Shisha Area Starter food at the desert camp Live BBQ, Buffet Dinner (vegetarian & non-vegetarian) Dinner Tables with pillows on Carpet Live Entertainment Shows: 4 Belly Dances Show 3 Tanura Show 2 fire shows 4x4 Drive back to the city and drop off at your location

EKart Racing Go Karting (opens in a new tab)

1 10 min

The sky's the limit for thrill seekers with an exhilarating experience awaiting them at EKart Zabeel, located on the rooftop of The Dubai Mall Zabeel. Ekart Zabeel has the latest generation of Electric go Karts, providing amatateurs and experienced drivers with the ultimate driving experience. Enjoy a single session - 7 minutes on the track depending on how well you drive! Ekart Zabeel is the perfect place for a challenge with friends or a fun family activity. Gear up for a high-end electric go-karting experience Now!

Dubai evening Desert Safari Tours (opens in a new tab)

30 3 h – 6 h

We offer a spectrum of Dubai Desert Safari Tours introducing Arabian heritage and hospitality , covering the cultural , historical and modern attractions within Dubai. Beside our own fleet of Four-Wheel-Drive Land Cruisers , our experienced team of linguistic Guides provides Quad Bikes and Buggies Desert Safari Tours as exotic ventures into the timeless desert , at the very heart of Arabia. We integrate Family-Oriented Tour Packages to thrill kids and all with surprise.

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Private Dubai Miracle & Butterfly Garden Tour with transfers (opens in a new tab)

5 3 h

Located right next to existing Dubai Miracle Garden, Dubai Butterfly Garden claimed to be the “World’s Largest Covered Butterfly Garden” consists of ten custom built domes around 6,673 sq.m. Each dome is filled with thousands of beautifully winged creatures, featuring 15,000 butterflies of around over 50 varieties of butterfly in different sizes and colors flying around the visitors. Dubai Butterfly Garden gives you the opportunity to see how butterflies evolve through each stage. Dubai Butterfly Garden has a climate-controlled dome, providing the butterflies a relaxed environment and permitting the domes to be open throughout the year. Along with the garden there is also a butterfly museum and a lush garden that is built with varieties of plants and flowers, fountains, birds and fish ponds.

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Evening Desert Safari Tours (opens in a new tab)

25 4 h – 5 h

Our desert safari starts we will pick you up at your hotel or residence anywhere in Dubai and take you to the safari site in a 4×4 SUV. The first stage of your Arabian adventure is a thrilling dune bashing session. A unique experience on Dubai Desert with our professional desert safari license driver. Afterward, we will take you to our desert camp to continue the adventure with a camel ride. The camel has been called the ship of the desert and riding on one is surprisingly relaxing. Photo opportunities are also provided of you on the back of a camel. You can also be photographed wearing traditional Arabian garb, and with a falcon on your arm. Finally, you will end your Desert Safari Tour adventure under the open night sky. You will enjoy a delicious buffet dinner of barbecue, with plenty of cool drinks available. You will also be treated to traditional entertainment such as belly dance and a Tanura dance while you eat. At the end of the tour, we will drop off you at your location.

Desert Safari Dubai - Dune Bash, Camel Ride, Shows & BBQ Dinner (opens in a new tab)

6 6 h – 7 h

Experience Desert Safari in Dubai, an exhilarating adventure that showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Arabian Desert. This popular adventure includes thrilling activities like dune bashing in 4x4 vehicles, quadbike/buggy ride stop, sandboarding, sunset photography on high dunes, and camel rides. Immerse yourselves in the local culture with traditional Arabic entertainment, such as belly dancing, Tanoura performances, and Fire shows, while savoring a delicious BBQ (Veg & Non Veg) dinner under the stars. Henna painting for ladies, falconry displays, and the chance to relax in Bedouin-style camps. An ideal for adventure seekers and culture enthusiasts alike, a Desert Safari offers a unique glimpse into Dubai's rich desert heritage.

Free cancellation

Wild Wadi Dubai water park Ticket with 1 way transfer in Dubai (opens in a new tab)

2 6 h – 7 h

Looking for an amazing day of guaranteed fun for all the family with a full-day entry ticket to the Wild Wadi Waterpark. Located adjacent to Dubai’s most iconic attractions like Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel. You can enjoy more than 25 rides and attractions in one day. Upgrade to include private pickup from your Dubai Hotels.

Evening Desert Safari, Camel ride, B b q Dinner live shows (opens in a new tab)

19 4 h – 7 h

Our experiences speak louder than words—offering moments that fill your heart with joy and leave you truly satisfied. A desert safari with us will recharge your spirit and give you countless memories to capture and cherish. We encourage you to share this wonderful experience with your friends and family. What’s Included: camel ride (short) 25 minutes of exciting dune bashing Sandboarding adventure Stunning sunset photo stops Belly Dance Tanura Dance\ Fire Dance Bbq Dinner Once the shows finish, we’ll drop you back at your hotel. Pick-up and drop-off on a sharing basis are provided.

Dubai Marina Cruise Dinner (opens in a new tab)

3 2 h – 3 h

Experience the magic of Dubai Marina from the water with a luxurious dinner cruise. Glide past stunning skyscrapers, enjoy the illuminated skyline, and savor a delicious buffet while relaxing aboard a modern dhow or yacht. Perfect for couples, families, and friends looking for a memorable evening on the water. ✅ Inclusions: >> Hotel/residence pickup & drop-off (shared or private basis) >> Welcome drinks on board (soft beverages or juice) >> Buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options >> Live entertainment (music, traditional Tanoura or live band) >> Air-conditioned seating areas >> Photography opportunities of Dubai Marina skyline >> Unlimited water, tea, and coffee Pickup Details: >> Pickup time is usually 1–1.5 hours before cruise departure (confirmed after booking) >> Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before scheduled pickup >> Apartments/residences outside central Dubai may have a designated meeting poin