Dubai desert safaris are not just about adventure seeking; they are a perfect way of spending some time with your family. From peaceful camel rides to heart-racing dune bashing or dinner nights under the stars.
In this blog, we will take you through the best family-friendly activities and essential tips to ensure a safe and unforgettable journey for you and your loved ones.
Activities for Families on a Desert Safari
There are several family-friendly activities for your family on a desert safari that offer fun for all ages, including:
Dune Bashing:
Dune bashing is the most exciting adventure on a safari, but when it comes to going with your family, make sure that they are comfortable. Most of the tour operators offer different levels of intensity for dune bashing. If you are someone with kids or elderly, then you can go for low-intensity dune bashing, which will give you a nice and smooth ride on a 4×4 pickup vehicle with a much more stable navigation over baby dunes.
If you and your family are thrill seekers, then you can go for high-intensity dune bashing, which will give you an adrenaline rush experience by conquering taller dunes.
No matter what you choose, make sure that your family is comfortable and they are enjoying spending time doing this activity.
Duration: 30 Minutes
Age Limit: No Age Limit
Camel Riding:
Camel riding offers a peaceful and traditional way to explore the beauty of the desert. For kids, it is not just a ride; it is a chance to learn the deep connection of camels with Arabian culture. They will discover how and why they were used as the primary mode of transportation in ancient times.
Duration: 5-10 Minutes
Age Limit: No Age Limit
Sandboarding:
If your kids love adventure, then sandboarding is a must-try experience on a desert safari. This one is similar to snowboarding, so you know the drill. This activity will let your kids slide down through the golden dunes and can have their share of thrills.
Since no experience is required, anybody from beginners to experts can hop onboard and just slide down through the slopes; there’s no need to worry about any injury since sand will give you the safeguard. Once you crack the balancing, then it will be more like a game where you just want to try new levels of dunes.
Duration: 10 Minutes (You can ask for an extension if you crack the balancing.)
Age Limit: No Age Limit
Cultural Experiences:
A desert safari is a great opportunity to experience the culture of the Arabian desert. Families can take part in several activities like:
- Henna Painting: A famous art form among ladies, henna is a temporary, painless tattoo with a natural dye used for making unique designs, mostly floral prints, for special occasions and celebrations.
- Entertainment: Live entertainment activities like belly dance, Tanoura dance, and fire shows, etc., are performed live and will make you entertained.
- BBQ Dinner: An Arabian buffet is served in Bedouin camps with delicious meat barbeque, Arabian bread like Kuboos, and traditional drinks like Ghava are served for you and your family.
Cultural programs come with the Evening Desert Safari packages, so if you want to experience cultural activities, then you should opt for the evening package.
Tips for a Family-Friendly Desert Safari in Dubai
When you are coming with your family, there are some tips for making this a comfortable and enjoyable journey.
- Safety Precautions: Safety comes first, especially when you are coming with your kids and elderly. Ensure that your kids are provided with car seats so that from the pick-up to dune bashing and going back to the hotel room, your kids are having a comfortable journey.
- Sun Protection: Since the climate in Dubai is sensitive, make sure your family applies sunscreen and wears sunglasses; it is good for direct sunlight and dust particles. You can either wear a hat or scarf for sun protection.
- Clothing and Essentials: Outfits for a desert safari play an important role in making your journey comfortable. Make sure that your family wears lightweight clothes and try to avoid dark-colored outfits. Go for materials like cotton and linen. While choosing the footwear, always wear closed shoes and try to avoid newly bought shoes, as it may result in blisters.
- Timing and Scheduling: Since there are different types of desert safari packages, make sure that you choose the right one, whether it is a morning desert safari or an evening desert safari. According to your and your family’s preferences, choose what works best for you. Keep in mind the temperature as well when you are scheduling.
Best Time for a Family Desert Safari
Dubai has a hot desert climate, and accordingly, there are two seasons: winter and summer.
Winter in Dubai: This is the best time to go on a desert safari. It is the peak season when the temperature will be much cooler even in the daytime, which makes morning desert safari more enjoyable with all the outdoor activities like sandboarding, quad biking, buggy riding, etc.
For those planning an evening desert safari, the desert gets significantly colder after sunset. It is advisable to dress in layers to stay warm or keep some winter clothes like sweaters and woolen shawls, especially for kids and the elderly.
Summer in Dubai: Dubai’s summer can be intense, with temperatures rising above 40 degrees Celsius. A desert safari during summer is not ideal, especially when you are planning a trip with your family.
The only best option is the early morning desert safari, when you will be able to enjoy the safari during the summer.
Spring and Autumn in Dubai: These are the transitional seasons in Dubai. Spring and autumn offer a perfect balance between summer’s intense heat and winter’s chill.
You can enjoy all the outdoor activities like dune bashing, sandboarding, camel riding, etc., without the extreme heat of summer, which makes it a good time to go on a desert safari.
At Trawey Tours, we understand that spending some quality time with your family is important, and creating memories together is your first priority. With expert guides, we make sure that you and your family have the best time during this entire journey.
With family-friendly packages and safe adventures, we make sure that your journey is comfortable, exciting, and filled with lots of laughter and memories.
Join us for creating some memories together.
