Both a quad bike and a dune buggy put you in control on the red dunes of Dubai, but they feel very different. A quad bike is the lower-priced ride, sold per person. A dune buggy is a bigger machine you share with a partner or your family, and it costs more. Here is how they compare, so you can pick the right one.
Quad bike vs dune buggy at a glance
| Quad bike | Dune buggy | |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | AED 199 per person, with the evening safari | AED 950 per 2-seater buggy, with the VIP evening safari |
| Seats | Priced per person | 2 or 4 seats, depending on the package |
| Ride time | 35–45 minutes on the evening safari | 30–35 or 60 minutes, depending on the package |
| Best for | Friends, budget-conscious travellers and first-time riders | Couples, families and small groups who want to ride together |
When to choose a quad bike
Choose a quad bike if you want the thrill of riding on the sand at a friendly price. Because it is priced per person, it also works well for a group of friends who each want their own experience.
- Evening Safari with Quad Bike: AED 199 per person, with a 35–45 minute quad ride, dune bashing, a camel ride, live shows and a BBQ dinner
- Premium Desert Safari with Quad Bike + VIP Service: AED 250 per person
- Morning Safari + ATV Quad Bike: AED 220 per person, if you prefer the cooler morning hours
- VIP Evening Safari with Quad Bike (private package): AED 1,250 per car
When to choose a dune buggy
Choose a dune buggy if you want to share the ride with someone, or want a more premium day out. Our buggy packages come with VIP service at the camp, including a reserved air-conditioned seating area and dinner served at your table.
- VIP Desert Safari with Dune Buggy Ride: AED 950 for up to 2 guests, with a 30–35 minute ride in a double-seat buggy
- VIP Private Desert Safari with Double Seat Buggy Ride: AED 1,450, with a 60-minute ride and your own Toyota Land Cruiser
- VIP Desert Safari + 4-Seater Buggy Tour: AED 1,950 per buggy, with a 60-minute ride and your own Toyota Land Cruiser
Which one should you pick?
- Travelling as a couple: the double-seat dune buggy lets you ride together.
- Family or small group: the 4-seater buggy keeps everyone in one vehicle.
- Group of friends on a budget: quad bikes at AED 199 per person.
- Short on time: the morning ATV quad bike safari is back by lunchtime.
Every package above also includes dune bashing and hotel, residence or location pickup and drop-off in Dubai and Sharjah. For more on prices across all tours, read our desert safari Dubai price guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a quad bike or a dune buggy better in Dubai?
It depends on who you are travelling with. A quad bike is the lower-cost choice, from AED 199 per person with our evening safari. A dune buggy costs more, from AED 950, but you can share it with a partner or family.
How long is the dune buggy ride?
Our double-seat VIP package includes a 30–35 minute ride. The VIP private double-seat package and the 4-seater package include a 60-minute ride.
How long is the quad bike ride?
The Evening Safari with Quad Bike includes a 35–45 minute quad bike ride.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. These packages include hotel, residence or location pickup and drop-off in Dubai and Sharjah.