For families · 4-seater · Kids 12+

Family Dune Buggy Package

A 4-seater buggy that fits two adults plus two children 12 and over, paced for kids, with an optional camel ride and family BBQ camp. The most-booked package for first-time desert visitors travelling with teens.

FamiliesKids 12+First-time desertTeensMixed skill
From AED 1,500 · 1-hour ride
Family Dune Buggy Package AED 1,500 · 1-hour ride
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What this package is

How the family day runs.

One adult drives, one rides shotgun, two children 12+ ride in the rear bench with full harnesses. The convoy is paced for the slowest driver, briefing time is doubled, and the route stays on softer dunes — no Big Red crests, no surprise drops.

  • 4-seater buggy — 2 adults + 2 children 12 or older
  • Kid-paced briefing (30 min) covering harnesses, helmet fit, hand signals
  • Lead-guide convoy stays on Lahbab's softer dune lines
  • Optional 15-minute camel ride at AED 150 / person
  • Optional family BBQ camp with kids' menu — AED 125 / person
  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off across Dubai
Included in the package

One all-in price.

  • 1-hour 4-seater family buggy ride
  • Extended kid-paced safety briefing (30 min)
  • Lead-guide convoy on softer Lahbab dunes
  • 4 helmets, 4 sets of goggles, 4 sets of gloves
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off across Dubai
  • Iced bottled water at the camp
Best for

Who books this package.

FamiliesKids 12+First-time desertTeensMixed skill

If you are unsure which package fits, message us with group size, ages, and what you want from the day — we will recommend the right tier and price.

Vehicle options

Pick your buggy tier.

Every tier in this package can be swapped at the time of booking. Pricing is per buggy, VAT inclusive.

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4-seater Can-Am Maverick X3 dune buggy in Dubai desert
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FromAED 1,9501-hour ride
4-seater Can-Am X3 RS Turbo RR dune buggy in Dubai
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Can-Am X3 RS Turbo RR (4-Seater)

Flagship 4-seat · 195 HP turbo

FromAED 2,7001-hour ride
Sample itinerary

Hour by hour.

Sample timings for a winter sunset slot. Times shift by ±60 minutes across the year — we confirm by WhatsApp the day before.

  1. 14:30

    Pickup

    Air-conditioned SUV collects the family from your Dubai hotel. Around 40 minutes to Lahbab.

  2. 15:15

    Arrival + briefing

    Arabic tea, kid-paced 30-minute safety briefing. Helmet fit checked individually for kids.

  3. 15:50

    Family ride · 60 min

    Lead guide ahead, family buggy in the convoy. Stops every 15 min for water and quick photos.

  4. 17:00

    Photo + camel option

    Group photo at the ridge. Optional 15-min camel ride for kids and parents.

  5. 17:30

    BBQ camp (optional)

    If BBQ added: live shows, kids' menu, mixed grill, family seating.

  6. 19:30

    Drop-off

    Transfer back to your Dubai hotel. Earlier drop-off if BBQ not added.

Optional add-ons

Build your day.

Decide on the day or pre-book — most add-ons are paid at the camp. BBQ camp must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance for catering.

Camel Ride · 15 min

AED 150 / person

Walk-pace ride. Kid-safe, calm camels, dune-ridge route.

Sandboarding · 20 min

AED 50 / person

Most kids prefer this over the camel — plastic boards, gentle slope.

Standard BBQ Camp

AED 125 / person

Mixed grill buffet, kids' menu, live shows, Arabic tea.

Premium BBQ Camp

AED 250 / person

Quiet VIP camp, premium menu, table seating.

Vehicle Upgrade

Tier difference

Move from 1000cc to Turbo or Can-Am 4-seater.

Second Buggy

Add a 2-seater

If two adults both want to drive — we add a second 2-seater for the same convoy.

Package comparison

Couple · Family · Group · Premium.

Side-by-side comparison so you can see exactly what shifts between tiers.

FeatureCoupleFamilyGroupPremium
Group size1 – 22 adults + 2 kids 12+4 – 121 – 4 (private)
Vehicle2-seater buggy4-seater family buggyMultiple 2/4-seatersFlagship Can-Am Turbo RR
Ride length1 hour1 hour1 – 2 hours2 hours
PaceStandardKid-pacedSlowest-driver paceDriver-led
BBQ campAdd-onAdd-on (kids' menu)Add-onIncluded
TransferSUV includedSUV includedBus or SUVPremium SUV
Starts from (AED)9001,500Quote5,200
Safety + cancellation

What you should know.

Rental agreement summary

  • Dune buggies are operated only on approved sandy/desert areas — never on public roads or streets.
  • Guests must follow guide instructions and the safety briefing at all times.
  • Damage from misuse, rollover, collision, off-route driving, or late return may be chargeable per the rental agreement.
  • Drivers must be 18+ with a valid passport ID. Passengers must be 12+ with a guardian.
  • Closed shoes required. Loaner pairs available at the camp.
  • Safety gear (helmet, goggles, gloves) and guided briefing are included on every ride.

Cancellation policy

  • 96+ hours before ride No cancellation fee.
  • 72+ hours before ride 50% cancellation fee.
  • Under 24 hours, same-day cancellation or no-show 100% cancellation fee.
  • Weather or safety cancellation by our team Reschedule or refund handled according to the service rules.
Full cancellation policy →
FAQ

Common questions.

Package-specific answers from past bookings.

What is the minimum age for kids?
Children must be 12 years old or older to ride in the rear bench of the 4-seater. There are no exceptions — the harness geometry, helmet sizing and dune forces are built around the 12+ threshold. Younger children are welcome at the camel ride and BBQ camp but cannot ride in the buggy.
Can two adults both drive?
Yes — but not in the same 4-seater. If two adults both want to drive, we recommend booking a second 2-seater buggy for the same convoy. Tell us at booking and we will price it as one package and keep the convoy together.
Are seat belts proper harnesses?
All four seats are full 4-point race harnesses, the same spec as the 2-seater buggies. Kids get harness fit checked individually during the briefing — we tighten the lap belts before each child boards.
How fast does the buggy go on family runs?
On family routes, the lead guide paces the convoy to roughly 30 – 50 km/h on flat sand, slower on dune climbs. The buggy is mechanically capable of 110 km/h but we never approach that speed on family rides.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. Free SUV pickup and drop-off across Dubai is included on the 1-hour ride. The full package runs roughly 4 to 5 hours door-to-door if you add the BBQ camp, or 3 hours without.
What is the cancellation policy?
For non-group bookings, 96+ hours before departure has no cancellation fee, 72+ hours has a 50% cancellation fee, and under 24 hours has a 100% cancellation fee. Same-day and no-shows are 100% cancellation fee. If we cancel for safety reasons we offer reschedule or refund. Full policy at /cancellation-policy/.

Excellent rating

Based on 1,247 Google reviews

Google

Drove the Can-Am Maverick X3 out at Lahbab and it felt brand new — no rattles, sharp throttle, and the guide kept a proper pace up the dunes without ever losing sight of us.

MMarco Bianchi
2 weeks ago

Booked the evening safari with my in-laws and the BBQ camp exceeded expectations. Fire show and belly dance were a genuine highlight, not just filler.

PPriya Nair
5 days ago

Sunrise balloon flight was the calmest hour of our whole Dubai trip. Pickup was on time even at 4:30am, which I honestly didn't expect.

DDaniel Osei
1 month ago

Took the 2-seater Polaris RZR for a 1-hour ride, first time ever driving anything off-road. Briefing was thorough enough that I stopped being nervous within ten minutes.

LLaila Haddad
3 weeks ago

Our kids did the quad biking 90cc track while we took the Raptor 700 — genuinely worked for a mixed-age family group, nobody was bored or scared.

TThomas Weber
6 weeks ago

Camel ride at JBR beach with the skyline behind us made for the best photo of the whole holiday. Handler was patient with my grandmother getting on and off.

AAmara Nwosu
4 days ago

KTM 450 session at Lahbab was exactly what I wanted — real dune riding, not a padded beginner loop. Guide pushed the pace once he saw I could handle it.

RRafael Torres
2 months ago

WhatsApp booking took maybe four messages total. Confirmed same afternoon for a private evening Land Cruiser the next day.

YYuki Tanaka
1 week ago

Four-seater buggy fit my whole family for one price, which saved us from booking two separate 2-seaters. Guide was patient teaching my teenager the controls.

SSofia Petrova
3 months ago

Second time booking with them, this time the deluxe balloon package with the falcon show after landing. Breakfast spread was better than most hotel buffets.

KKarim El-Sayed
2 weeks ago

Morning desert safari with the ATV add-on was the right call for us — cooler temps, shorter day, and the quad section broke up the drive nicely.

NNadia Kowalski
5 months ago

Never driven anything with a roll cage before. The Can-Am X3 RS Turbo RR was a lot more buggy than I expected in the best way, big grin the whole ride.

BBenjamin Clarke
4 weeks ago

Sunset camel ride photos came out stunning, the light at that hour on the dunes is unreal. Worth timing the booking around golden hour specifically.

CChidi Okafor
6 days ago

Yamaha 220cc quad was a great entry point for my wife who's never ridden anything before. Guide stayed right behind her the entire 30 minutes.

IIngrid Larsen
7 months ago

Private morning safari meant no waiting on other tourists, driver adjusted the route based on how much dune bashing our kids could actually handle.

VVikram Chaudhary
2 months ago

2-hour Can-Am ride out to Fossil Rock was worth every extra dirham over the shorter slot, terrain out there is completely different from Lahbab.

EElena Vasquez
3 weeks ago

Group of eight of us booked the multi-buggy convoy for a friend's bachelor weekend, lead and sweep guides kept everyone together without slowing the fast riders down.

OOliver Bergström
1 month ago

Booked the Big Red location specifically for the steeper climbs and it delivered. Not a ride for a first-timer but exactly what an experienced group wanted.

FFatima Al-Rashid
9 days ago

Cancelled once due to a flight change and got a full refund with zero hassle since we gave more than four days notice. Good sign of how the whole business runs.

HHenrik Johansson
4 months ago

Al Qudra location was noticeably gentler than what friends described at Lahbab, made it the right pick for my first ever buggy session.

ZZainab Yusuf
5 weeks ago

Excellent rating

Based on 892 reviews

Tripadvisor

Went with the flagship 4-seater Can-Am for a family trip, kids loved it and the guide never rushed us between photo stops.

JJames Whitfield
1 week ago

The premium hot air balloon combo with the Can-Am ride afterward made for a genuinely packed but well-organized day, transfers were seamless between the two.

MMei Lin
3 weeks ago

Quad biking at Big Red with the Grizzly was the most physical thing we did in Dubai. Genuinely tired afterward in a good way.

AAleksander Kowalczyk
2 months ago

Desert camel ride paired with sandboarding right after made for a relaxed but photogenic morning, handler was great with our toddler.

GGrace Adeyemi
5 days ago

Standard sharing balloon flight was calm and unhurried, exactly as described, no upsell pressure once we were airborne.

DDiego Fernandez
6 weeks ago

Turbo Polaris RZR gave noticeably more punch than the standard 1000cc we tried the day before, worth the upgrade if you've already got a baseline.

SSana Malik
2 weeks ago

Evening safari BBQ buffet had a genuinely good vegetarian spread, not just an afterthought like some other operators we checked.

LLars Nilsen
4 months ago

Booked the couple package on a whim for our anniversary, sunset photo stop was arranged without us even asking for it.

IIsabela Rocha
1 month ago

KTM dirt bike skill-check at the start was a fair way to gauge riders before letting anyone loose on the open dunes.

RRavi Sharma
7 weeks ago

Fossil Rock 2-hour buggy route was the highlight of our whole trip to the UAE, rockier scenery than the usual red dunes photos.

CClara Dubois
3 days ago

Sunset camel ride combined with an evening safari afterward made for a full day out at Lahbab without feeling rushed.

TTomás Herrera
2 months ago

Raptor 700 quad had real torque climbing the dune faces near Big Red, felt like a different activity entirely from the entry-level 220cc.

NNgozi Eze
5 weeks ago

Group discount for our party of ten on the desert safari made the whole outing more affordable than booking through our hotel concierge.

PPiotr Zielinski
3 months ago

Family package with the 4-seater buggy meant my parents could ride along without needing to drive themselves, everyone still got the dune experience.

AAnjali Reddy
6 days ago

Private evening Land Cruiser felt worth the premium over the shared safari once we saw how much space and pace flexibility we actually got.

JJonas Andersson
4 weeks ago

Beach camel ride at JBR was a nice low-key add-on before our desert day, handler let us take as long as we wanted for photos.

WWanjiru Kamau
1 week ago

Motocross track session was a good alternative to open dunes for practicing technique before we tried the full Lahbab dirt bike route.

HHamza Siddiqui
2 months ago

Deluxe balloon package with the camel ride and falcon show on landing turned the sunrise flight into a proper half-morning event.

VValentina Moreno
8 weeks ago

Booked last minute through WhatsApp for a 1-hour Can-Am the same afternoon, no issues getting a slot even during a busy weekend.

KKwame Asante
3 weeks ago

Morning safari without the BBQ was exactly what we wanted since we had dinner plans, still got the full dune bashing and camel stop.

EEmine Yildiz
5 months ago
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Daily departures from Lahbab. Free pickup, safety gear, briefing and guide support — all included on every package.