Tour Highlights
- Guided horse riding experience in the Dubai desert
- AED 299 per person
- Shared 4x4 hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private 4x4 option for AED 1,794 per car
- 4x4 dune bashing
- Desert horse-riding session
- Short camel ride included
- Sandboarding included
- Desert and sunset photo opportunities
- Traditional desert camp experience
- BBQ dinner included
- Available live entertainment
- Optional ATV, buggy and Can-Am upgrades
Choose Your Package
Tour Inclusions
- Pickup from eligible Dubai hotel or residence
- Return transfer after the tour
- Shared or private 4x4 according to selected package
- 4x4 dune bashing
- Guided horse-riding experience
- Basic horse-riding safety briefing
- Helmet or required safety equipment according to the riding operator
- Short camel ride
- Sandboarding
- Desert photo opportunities
- Sunset photo stop when timing and weather permit
- Desert camp entry
- BBQ dinner
- Available refreshments according to camp setup
- Available live entertainment program
Tour Exclusions
- Extended horse-riding time beyond the included session
- Private horse-riding lesson
- ATV or quad bike unless selected as an add-on
- Dune buggy or Can-Am unless selected as an add-on
- VIP sofa seating unless selected as an add-on
- Private transport unless the private package is selected
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Anything not listed under Tour Inclusions
Detailed Itinerary
1. Hotel or Residence Pickup
Your safari driver collects you from the confirmed eligible Dubai hotel or residence.
2. Drive to the Dubai Desert
Travel toward the desert for the afternoon safari experience.
3. Dune Bashing
Enjoy 4x4 dune bashing with an experienced safari driver across suitable desert terrain.
4. Horse Riding Safety Briefing
Meet the riding team and receive the required horse-riding safety instructions before starting.
5. Guided Desert Horse Ride
Enjoy a guided horse-riding experience through a suitable desert area. Riding duration and route depend on operating and safety conditions.
6. Desert Photo Stop
Take photographs with the desert scenery and horse where permitted by the operator.
7. Sandboarding
Try sandboarding on a suitable desert dune.
8. Camel Ride
Enjoy a short camel ride as another traditional desert experience.
9. Sunset Photo Stop
When timing and weather permit, stop for desert and sunset photographs.
10. Desert Camp
Continue to the evening desert camp and enjoy the traditional safari atmosphere.
11. BBQ Dinner
Enjoy the available BBQ buffet and refreshments according to the daily camp setup.
12. Live Entertainment
Watch the available evening entertainment program. Shows can vary according to regulations, religious occasions and operational conditions.
13. Return Transfer
After the camp program, your driver returns you to the confirmed Dubai hotel or residence.
About This Tour
Horse Riding Desert Safari Dubai
Combine classic Dubai desert adventure with a guided equestrian experience on our Horse Riding Desert Safari Dubai. Starting from AED 299 per person, this package includes shared or private 4x4 transport, dune bashing, a guided horse ride, sandboarding, camel riding, BBQ dinner and the available evening entertainment program.
This tour is designed for visitors who want something different from a standard evening safari. Instead of horse riding being a small optional activity, it is one of the main experiences included in the package.
Shared Horse Riding Safari – AED 299 Per Person
The shared package costs AED 299 per person and includes hotel or residence pickup from eligible Dubai locations.
Private Horse Riding Safari – AED 1,794 Per Car
Guests who want their own 4x4 vehicle can select the private option for AED 1,794 per car for up to six guests.
Groups of 1 to 6 guests require one vehicle for AED 1,794, while groups larger than six require additional vehicles.
Guided Desert Horse Riding
The main highlight of this tour is a guided horse-riding experience in the Dubai desert.
Guests receive basic instructions before riding, and the activity is supervised according to the horse-riding operator's safety procedures.
Suitable for Beginners
Many Dubai desert riding operators accommodate beginners by using trained horses and guided routes. However, exact experience requirements should always be confirmed with the operating supplier before booking.
Guests must follow the riding guide's instructions at all times.
Horse Riding Safety Requirements
Horse riding is subject to age, height, weight and safety restrictions. Some operators currently advertise maximum rider weight limits, so guests with specific requirements should confirm eligibility before booking.
4x4 Dune Bashing
The safari also includes dune bashing with an experienced 4x4 driver.
The exact route depends on desert, weather and safety conditions.
Sandboarding Included
Guests can try sandboarding on a suitable desert dune during the safari.
Camel Ride Included
A short camel ride is also included and provides another traditional way to experience the desert.
Sunset Desert Photography
When timing and weather permit, the itinerary can include a stop for sunset photographs.
Desert Camp Experience
After the horse-riding and desert activities, continue to the evening safari camp.
BBQ Dinner Included
The available BBQ buffet and refreshments are included according to the daily camp arrangement.
Live Entertainment
The camp normally features the available evening entertainment program. Shows may change because of local regulations, religious occasions or operational requirements.
Optional ATV and Buggy Activities
Guests who want additional adventure can add motorized desert activities separately.
Available options include Single Seat ATV for AED 150, Double Seat ATV for AED 250, 2 Seater Buggy for AED 800, 4 Seater Buggy for AED 1,000, Can-Am 2 Seater for AED 1,400 and Can-Am 4 Seater for AED 1,600.
Optional VIP Sofa Seating
VIP Sofa Seating – No Queue can be added for AED 50 per person.
Horse Riding Safari vs Standard Evening Safari
Our Evening Desert Safari Dubai focuses on the classic dune, camel, camp and dinner experience.
The Horse Riding Desert Safari adds a dedicated equestrian activity, giving guests more time on horseback than the standard camel or photo-based animal activities.
Who Should Choose This Tour?
This package is attractive for couples, families, photographers and visitors who enjoy horses or want a more memorable desert activity.
Anyone with mobility issues, pregnancy, medical conditions or uncertainty about riding should obtain suitable advice and confirm eligibility before participating.
Book Horse Riding Desert Safari Dubai
Choose the shared AED 299 per person package or private AED 1,794 per car option and enjoy a guided desert horse ride combined with dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding, BBQ dinner and evening entertainment.
You can also compare our Camel Trekking Desert Safari Dubai, Falconry Desert Safari Dubai and Lahbab Red Dune Desert Safari Dubai.
For general Dubai visitor information, visit the official Visit Dubai tourism website.
Optional Add-ons
Only extras available for this specific tour are shown.
Pickup & Drop-off
Shared or private 4x4 hotel or residence pickup and drop-off included from eligible Dubai locations. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Enter your correct hotel or residence name, area and active contact number. Exact pickup timing is confirmed after booking.
Important Information
- The main attraction of this package is the guided horse-riding experience.
- The shared package is AED 299 per person.
- The private package is AED 1,794 per car for up to 6 guests.
- Horse riding is subject to operator age, height, weight and safety requirements.
- Beginners should follow the guide's instructions at all times.
- The exact horse-riding duration and route must be confirmed according to supplier availability.
- Total tour duration is approximately 6 to 7 hours.
- Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
- Activity order can change because of weather, traffic, desert conditions and daily operations.
- Sunset visibility cannot be guaranteed.
- Dune bashing and horse riding may not be suitable for every guest.
Child Policy
Children may join the desert safari with a responsible adult. Horse riding is subject to the riding operator's minimum age, size and safety requirements. Younger children may only be permitted to ride with additional supervision or may not be allowed to participate. Parents or guardians must supervise children throughout the tour.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing suitable for horse riding
- Long trousers recommended
- Closed and secure footwear
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Hat or cap when not riding
- Light jacket during cooler evenings
- Valid identification if requested by the riding operator
- Mobile phone with active contact number
- Camera or smartphone
- Any personal medication normally required
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation or amendment requests should be submitted as early as possible before the confirmed pickup time. Because the horse-riding session may require an advance reservation, late cancellations and no-shows may be non-refundable. Refund eligibility depends on notice period, transport allocation and supplier commitments. Operator cancellations caused by weather or operational conditions will be handled through available rescheduling or refund options.
Frequently Asked Questions
The shared package is AED 299 per person. The private option is AED 1,794 per car for up to 6 guests.
Yes. A guided desert horse-riding experience is included in the package.
Many guided desert rides can accommodate beginners, but participation depends on the operating supplier's safety rules.
Weight limits may apply and vary by operator. Guests should confirm specific requirements before booking.
Yes. 4x4 dune bashing is included subject to desert and safety conditions.
Yes. A short camel ride is included.
Yes. Sandboarding on a suitable dune is included.
Yes. The available BBQ dinner at the desert camp is included.
Yes. Pickup and drop-off are included from eligible Dubai hotels or residences.
Yes. A private 4x4 costs AED 1,794 for up to 6 guests.
Yes. ATV, buggy and Can-Am activities are available as optional paid extras.
Yes. VIP Sofa Seating – No Queue can be added for AED 50 per person.
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