When preparing for a Dubai Desert Safari, comfort and practicality should be your top priority.
For a desert safari, the ideal cloth materials recommended are cotton, linen, or anything that is breathable. Your outfit plays an important role in making your safari enjoyable.
In this article, we are going to explain what to wear on a Dubai desert safari, from shoes to accessories.
Best types of outfits for desert safari
The best types of outfits for a desert safari would be lightweight and breathable materials like cotton and linen. These materials will give you a comfortable time and are ideal for high-temperature climates.
While choosing the types of outfits, make sure that you are wearing loose-fitting and full-coverage outfits since it will keep your body protected from direct sunlight. Opt for pants instead of skirts to avoid awkward situations. If you want to wear something fashionable, try to style it with a jacket or overcoat so that you can remove it easily while taking photographs.
What to Avoid:
- Avoid wearing shorts, mini skirts, and dresses completely.
- Black and dark-colored outfits since it will absorb the sunlight more.
- Synthetic and tight-fitting clothes.
- Heavy worked and heavy-weighted outfits.
Best Types of Shoes for a Desert Safari
The best types of shoes for a desert safari are the closed shoes, like sneakers, boots, or desert boots; they would be the best options. This will make sure that all your activities are very comfortable, and you can avoid injuries as well.
Light hiking shoes and athletic sneakers are the recommended ones if you want to keep your feet protected and properly supported in the desert.
What to Avoid:
- Heels will sink your feet in sand.
- Flip-flops will quickly fill with sand, and you won’t be stable.
- Open sandals are not a good recommendation because of zero foot protection.
- Brand new ones may result in blisters.
- No trendy footwears.
Pick breathable and used closed-toe shoes and avoid all the open-toe shoe options.
What to wear according to season
The climate of Dubai is almost predictable, so when you are picking your outfits and accessories, you must keep in mind the season when you are visiting. Dubai has a tropical climate with two seasons;
Summer (May – September):
- Temperature: Hot and Humid
- Recommended Outfits: Loose, light-colored, full-coverage clothes made of materials like cotton and linen.
- Essential Accessories: Sunscreen, Hat, Sunglasses to protect from direct sunlight.
Winter (November – March)
- Temperature: Cooler, especially in the morning and evenings
- Recommended Outfits: Layered clothes like jeans, cargo, jackets, and cardigans for warmth.
- Essential Accessories: Lip balm, moisturizer, socks, and ear protection to stay comfortable in the cold climate.
Essential Accessories for a Desert Safari
Here is a list of essential accessories for a desert safari, and trust us, you will be thankful later.
- Hats and Sunglasses: This will protect you from the sun’s rays in an open desert and from the dust particles as well.
- Sunscreen: Sunscreen is a must when you are going out, especially when you are on a desert safari. It will keep your skin protected from direct sunlight, and you can prevent the tan that may happen after this. Please make sure to keep one with you as well since replying every two hours is essential for your skin.
- Lightweight Scarf: This could be used as a stylish accessory, but the real reason would be the sun protection and as a mask that you can cover your mouth and nostrils while doing outdoor activities and protect yourself from dust particles.
Conclusion
By choosing the right outfits and accessories, you can have a comfortable and enjoyable desert safari experience. At Trawey we make sure that you are comfortable, and giving you lifetime memories is our top priority.
So dress smart and get the basics right before your desert safari. Come and join us for this adventurous journey.
