Dubai Marina Luxury Yacht Tour - Desert Safari in Red Dunes
Overview
About
Take a luxurious yacht tour in Dubai Marina, followed by a thrilling desert safari in the majestic red dunes.
What you'll do
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 45-minute dune bashing in Red Dunes
- Sandboarding on soft desert slopes
- 2–3 minute introductory camel ride
- Picture stop on the mountain dunes
- 1-hour shared yacht cruise with refreshments
- 2-hour yacht cruise with live BBQ (if selected)
- Licensed desert safari guide and insured 4x4 vehicle
- Water and refreshments on board
- Entry/Admission - Dubai Marina
What is not included?
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
- BBQ meal on 1-hour cruise
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Tour duration is 6 to 7 hours including all travel and activities
- Pickup is included from any hotel or accommodation in Dubai
- Dune bashing is led by licensed guides in 4x4 vehicles with roll cages
- Choose from a 1-hour Marina cruise or 2-hour coastal cruise with live BBQ
- 2-hour cruise offers lunch, dinner, or sunset BBQ brunch options
- Valid ID must be shown before yacht boarding
- Cruise route may change due to weather or port authority updates
- BBQ menu includes grilled meats, veggie options, desserts, and fruit platter
- All 4x4 vehicles are fully insured and equipped with seat belts, roll bars, GPS tracking, and first aid kits
- Safari guides are certified and trained for desert driving by Dubai Tourism
- Yacht is shared with other guests and offers indoor and outdoor seating
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Meet your host
Itinerary
Dubai Desert / Jungle Safaris Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Dubai Marina Luxury Yacht Tour - Desert Safari in Red Dunes in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This desert / jungle safaris experience includes 4 stops over 1 day. Duration: 7 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
Dubai
Begin your day with an unforgettable desert adventure as your licensed safari guide picks you up from your hotel in a 4x4 vehicle. Leave the city behind and journey 50 minutes into the heart of Lahbab, Dubai’s remote Red Dunes region, known for its dramatic landscapes and deep reddish sand.
Lahbab
At the desert entry point, take a short break before setting off on a thrilling 45-minute dune bashing ride across the rolling Red Dunes. Feel the adrenaline as your guide navigates the high slopes and steep descents in a powerful 4x4, with safety always a priority. Stop at the tallest dunes for panoramic photos, then try sandboarding—a fun and safe activity for all ages. You’ll also enjoy a short camel ride, offering a brief connection to traditional Bedouin culture.
Dubai Marina
After the desert experience, your tour transitions from dunes to coastline as you head to Dubai Marina. Board a luxury shared yacht and cruise along Dubai’s world-famous skyline. Choose between a one-hour scenic cruise with soft drinks or a two-hour premium yacht experience with a live BBQ lunch, dinner, or sunset brunch, depending on your selected option. As you sail, take in views of Ain Dubai, JBR, Bluewaters Island, Sheikh’s Island, Palm Jumeirah, and the iconic Burj Al Arab.
Dubai
Conclude your day with a relaxing ride back to your hotel, having experienced two of Dubai’s most iconic landscapes in one seamless and memorable journey.
This concludes the tour.
