Best of · UNITED ARAB EMIRATES VIP TOURS
Dubai and Abu Dhabi sell luxury at volume prices. These 15 run from a $15 seat on a crewed yacht to a private 4x4 for the whole day, compared on what is included and how long the drive out really is.
Spend seven hours crossing Dubai’s red dunes with a licensed guide, including dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride, falcon experience, and optional quad biking. At Al Khayma Camp, enjoy Emirati, Moroccan, and Arabian buffets, live BBQ, cultural shows, and evening stargazing.
“Totally recommend it! A big thank you to Faisal Butt, who took care of us today!”
Travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi with hotel pickup, a live guide, and entry to the Grand Mosque, Etihad Towers observation deck, and Qasr Al Watan. You’ll also pass the Corniche, Emirates Palace, and stop outside the Louvre. Guides speak seven languages, and private groups are available.
“Elsayed A. is an excellent tour guide! It was a fantastic experience!”
Join Xclusive Yachts for a shared cruise from Dubai Marina, with one-hour sightseeing, breakfast sailings, or two to three-hour BBQ trips. You will see Ain Dubai, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab from the water. Guides such as Eidanwar and Alam have helped make the outing lively and personal.
“The experience was simply amazing – the views were unbelievably beautiful, the food was delicious, and the staff were very attentive, constantly checking if everything was okay. The boat was clean and well-maintained. I highly, highly recommend it – it was a wonderful experience for a very reasonable price!”
Join Sky Walker Yachts at Dubai Harbour for a shared cruise past Bluewaters Island, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, JBR, and royal palaces. Choose a one-hour marina ride or a two or three-hour sailing with BBQ, soft drinks, Wi-Fi, music, and GPS-triggered commentary.
“Its just perfect. Completely worth each and every penny given to it. The views were amazing in the Dubai Marina and one would love the view and the sea breeze which is only there in Marina. Would recommend it to everyone. Just go for it.”
Spend about seven hours in Lahbab’s red dunes with 4WD dune bashing, sandboarding, camel rides, falcon photos, Arabic coffee, henna, and a BBQ buffet at Al Khayma Camp. Guides such as Abid, Sunil, Rashid Mir, and Tofeeq Abbas are praised for safe driving and friendly service. ATVs cost extra.
“Addy was the best, we have a lot of fun, food was very good and he make sure we were always taking care of”
Choose a 4-hour desert run or a 7-hour evening with Al Lahbab dune bashing, sandboarding, sunset photos, camel rides, and camp shows. Guides such as Younas, Rizwan, Zain, and Babar are praised for safe driving and helpful service. Add a quad bike and private VIP table if you want more comfort.
“We had a great day full of fun, sand boarding, falcon holding, dune bashing, belly dance and bbq, our tour guide Muhammad ishtiaq was great- full of knowledge and we learned so many facts about Dubai and the UAE. Thank you Mohammad!”
Sail from Dubai Harbour past Dubai Marina, Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island, and Atlantis or Burj Al Arab. Expect a 1.5 to 2-hour cruise with BBQ, soft drinks, music, open-air seating, and help from hosts such as Chill and Brian with photos.
“chill was our guide - she took great pictures of us with our phone and was very friendly! we got free drinks as well. i recommend this trip to everybody - it‘s absolutely worth it!!! very beautiful view and relaxing :)”
Travel from Dubai to Abu Dhabi with a guide such as Khalil, Adnan, or Abdul, stopping at the Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Corniche, heritage village, Miraj Museum, dates market, and Yas Island. Expect an efficient sightseeing day, plenty of photo stops, and limited time at several locations.
“Was picked up and had to squeeze into a small suv that already had four others in there plus the driver. I had to sit in the middle on the hump sandwiched in the middle very uncomfortable for our 8 hour trip. My cousin’s back started hurting bRead more”
You’ll ride a modern jet ski from Jumeirah’s Fishing Harbour with an instructor, stopping at Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Marina, and Burj Al Arab for photos. The one-hour trip includes equipment, free photos and videos, goggles, changing facilities, and a warm shower afterward.
“The team were very friendly and professional and made my 2 novice sons feel at home. They had a great time. I sat at the base and waited for them with the team offering me tea, coffee and water throughout. Their guide took some excellent photos and videos of their experience and downloaded them to us for free. Thank you. You made it a special experience.”
Spend 30 minutes on a Yamaha 1800cc jet ski from Popeye Jetski Rental, riding with a guide toward Burj Al Arab. You can share one jet ski with another person, receive a free iPhone photo, and use the station’s shower, changing cubicle, locker, coffee, and water facilities.
“Excellent tour! Guide adorable, des photos au top! La prochaine fois je prendrai un circuit plus long! Réservez ici ou sur place c’est le même prix ☺️”
Spend about six hours in Dubai’s desert with hotel pickup, a 4x4 dune ride near Lahbab, sunset views, camel riding, sandboarding, henna, shisha, and a BBQ buffet. The tour includes Arabic coffee, dates, live shows, and return transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
“Jamel was a great driver, made us feel safe and was taking care of us during dinner. However, the camp for dinner was very disappointing: the infrastructure was poorly maintained and the food was very average.”
Spend about six hours outside Dubai in a shared air-conditioned 4x4. You’ll tackle 20 to 30 minutes of dune bashing, visit a camel farm, try sandboarding, watch sunset, and eat a BBQ buffet at a desert camp. Guides such as Chandu, Asif, Nasir, and Mustafa are praised for friendly service.
“We really enjoyed the Sand Dune experience. It was a lot of fun and everyone enjoyed themselves. It was the highlight of our trip to Dubai.”
Spend about seven hours with an English-speaking guide such as Iqbal, Hamid, or Ashraf, riding from Dubai to Lahbab for red-dune driving, sandboarding, sunset camel rides, falconry, henna, shows, and a BBQ buffet. Hotel transfers are included, while quad biking costs extra.
“Amazing! What an incredible experience. We would do this again in a heartbeat! It was a great day. Thank you!”
Spend two hours at Gastronomy in Atlantis The Royal, choosing from 17 live cooking stations serving international dishes, seafood, meats, desserts, and more. You can sit indoors or outdoors, watch the Dubai skyline and fountain shows, and enjoy premium water plus valet parking. Extra drinks cost more.
“Amazing experience. I would like to thank the staff for their service and kindness. I spent a wonderful evening. Assia”
Ride Dubai’s red dunes in a 4WD, try sandboarding, pause for sunset photos, then enjoy a Bedouin-style camp with a short camel ride, henna, sheesha, BBQ, belly dancing, fire shows, and Tanoura. Hotel pickup is included, and guides such as Zeb and Sajeer are praised for friendly service.
“We had a great trip with Zeb as our guide. It was good value for money and Zeb was really accommodating and kind - made our experience even better. Would definitely recommend”
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