Most Indian travellers compare desert safari prices on Indian booking sites in rupees, then find the same safari quoted in dirhams once they land. To make comparison easy, here are our actual 2026 desert safari prices converted to INR at 1 AED = Rs 25.9 (the rate on 26 October 2026). Exchange rates move, so treat the rupee figures as close estimates - the AED price is what you pay.
Dubai desert safari price in INR: 2026 overview
All prices below include hotel pickup and drop-off from Dubai unless stated, and evening safaris include BBQ dinner with vegetarian options and live shows.
- Evening Desert Safari (shared): AED 89 adult, AED 80 child - about Rs 2,300 / Rs 2,070
- Morning Red Dunes Safari (shared, no dinner): from AED 100 - about Rs 2,590
- VIP Evening Red Dunes Safari with BBQ and quad bike: AED 250 adult, AED 200 child - about Rs 6,475 / Rs 5,180
- 4-Hour Private Desert Safari (1-6 guests): AED 500 per vehicle - about Rs 12,950 total, or roughly Rs 2,160 per person for 6
- Private Red Dunes Safari (1-6 guests): AED 600 per vehicle - about Rs 15,540 total, or roughly Rs 2,590 per person for 6
Desert safari Dubai price for a family (in rupees)
For families, a private vehicle is often cheaper per head than it first looks, and you get your own driver, flexible timing and the option to skip dune bashing for kids or grandparents.
- Family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids), shared evening safari: AED 338 - about Rs 8,750
- Family of 4, VIP evening safari: AED 900 - about Rs 23,300
- Family of 6, 4-hour private safari: AED 500 - about Rs 12,950 (cheaper than six VIP seats)
- Couple, shared evening safari: AED 178 - about Rs 4,610
What is included in the price
The standard evening safari includes pickup in a 4x4, about 30 minutes of dune bashing, a sunset photo stop, a short camel ride, sandboarding, henna painting, Arabic coffee and dates, a BBQ dinner buffet with vegetarian and Jain-friendly vegetarian dishes on request, soft drinks, and Tanoura, fire and belly dance shows.
Common paid extras at the camp are quad biking (if not included), professional photos and longer camel rides. Budget around AED 100-200 per person (Rs 2,600-5,200) if you plan to add a quad bike session.
Why prices on Indian websites look different
Indian travel portals bundle the same safari with their own margin, GST on their service, and sometimes a less favourable exchange rate. Very low prices in the Rs 600-1,500 range are usually for 'safari without transfer', meaning you must reach the desert yourself - a taxi there and back can cost more than the safari.
When comparing, check four things: hotel pickup included, dinner included, vegetarian food available, and whether quad biking is part of the price or an add-on.
How Indian travellers can save on a desert safari
Booking directly with a licensed Dubai operator also means you deal with the people who actually run the safari if your flight is delayed or plans change. All our standard packages include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup.
- Pay in AED with a zero-forex or low-markup card - many standard Indian cards add a 2-3.5% foreign currency markup
- Book a combo: our Half-Day City Tour plus Dhow Cruise combo and safari together save on separate transfers
- Travel in a group of 5-6 and book a private vehicle instead of individual VIP seats
- Choose Sunday to Thursday - weekend camps are busier, though prices are the same
- Ask for Jain or pure-veg meals when booking rather than paying for a separate dinner
Which safari should you book?
First visit on a budget: the Evening Desert Safari at AED 89 (about Rs 2,300) covers everything most people want. Honeymooners and families who want comfort: the VIP Evening Red Dunes Safari. Groups of five or six, or anyone travelling with toddlers or elderly parents: the 4-Hour Private Desert Safari.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the desert safari Dubai price per person in rupees?+
A shared evening desert safari with BBQ dinner starts from AED 89 per adult, about Rs 2,300 at 1 AED = Rs 25.9. VIP safaris with quad biking start from AED 250, about Rs 6,475.
Is desert safari Dubai price with dinner?+
Yes. Our evening safaris include a BBQ dinner buffet with vegetarian options, soft drinks, and live shows. Morning safaris do not include dinner.
Is vegetarian food available on Dubai desert safari?+
Yes. Every camp we use serves vegetarian dishes, and Jain or pure-veg meals can be arranged if you request them when booking.
Can I pay for a Dubai desert safari in rupees?+
Prices are set in UAE dirhams. You can pay by international card, and your bank converts to rupees. Using a zero-forex card avoids the 2-3.5% markup many Indian cards charge.
Is desert safari cheaper if booked from India?+
Not usually. Indian portals add their own margin and taxes. Booking directly with a Dubai operator in AED is typically the same price or cheaper, with hotel pickup included.
