1000cc · 2 seats · Age 14+ Polaris RZR 1000cc - 2 Seater
Lahbab red dunes
The balanced starting point. Enough power for the big dunes, forgiving enough for a first self-drive.
from AED 300 / 30 minutes
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Dune Buggy for Honeymooners
Private, unhurried, sunset timed · Private 2-seater
Travellers’ Choice TripAdvisor award winner Recommended
What we suggest for honeymoon
1000cc · 2 seats · Age 14+ 
1000cc · 4 seats · Age 14+ Polaris RZR 1000cc - 4 Seater
Lahbab red dunes
One buggy for the whole family. Same chassis as the 2-seater with a second row behind.
from AED 350 / 30 minutes
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70-90cc · 1 seat · Age 6+ Kids Quad Biking
Kids special area
A fenced, flat area away from the main dunes so younger riders get their own space.
from AED 75 / 30 minutes
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Dune Buggy for Honeymooners in the Dubai desert
Honeymoon desert Dubai bookings are private by default: your own buggy, your own guide, sunset timing, and photo stops that are not rushed by a shared schedule.
Dune Buggy for Honeymooners: what to book
Honeymoon desert Dubai bookings are private by default: your own buggy, your own guide, sunset timing, and photo stops that are not rushed by a shared schedule.
Recommended vehicles: Private 2-seater. Every price is per vehicle, so a 2-seater at AED 300 covers two people rather than charging each of you.
How the session runs
Arrive at the Al Awir base, sign in, get fitted for a helmet and take the briefing. Nobody drives off until harnesses are checked.
The route starts on flat sand to let everyone find the controls, then moves onto progressively steeper dune faces. A lead guide sets the pace and a sweep stays at the back so the group never splits.
Ready to lock in a date? Send your group size and we will confirm availability the same day.
Ages, licences and requirements
- Buggy drivers must be 14 or over, passengers can be any age
- Kids quads run from age 6 in a fenced area
- Quads in the boundary area from 12, open desert from 14
- Raptor 700cc and KTM 450 are 14+ with rider screening
No UAE or international driving licence is needed on guided routes.
Pairing it with the rest of the day
Most groups add a desert safari and BBQ camp stop after the ride rather than booking two separate trips.
Pickup runs from across Dubai, see Downtown, Marina and Sharjah routes for drive times.
Plan a ride for honeymoon
Send your date and group size and we will come back with availability, the total in AED and a pickup plan.
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Before you book
Straight answers to the usual questions
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WhatsApp +971 56 209 571301 How much does a dune buggy cost in Dubai?
With us, a Polaris RZR 1000cc 2-seater starts at AED 300 for 30 minutes and AED 550 for an hour. The Can-Am Maverick X3 starts at AED 400, and the Maverick R turbo at AED 500. Every price is per buggy, not per person, so a 2-seater at AED 300 covers both of you.
02 Do I need a driving licence?
Not for guided buggy and quad routes. The minimum age is 14 to drive a buggy, and it varies by quad: 6 for the fenced kids area, 12 in the boundary area, 14 for open desert and the Raptor 700, and 14 for the KTM 450.
03 What is included in the price?
Helmet, safety briefing, harness check, fuel and a guide riding with your group. Nothing is added at the base. If a transfer is involved we quote it upfront rather than at the end.
04 Can children ride?
Yes. Children from six can ride the 70–90cc quads in a fenced area away from the main dunes. Children can also sit as passengers in a 4-seater buggy driven by an adult.
05 What is the best time of year?
October to April is the most comfortable, with daytime temperatures around 24–30°C. May to September still works well for early-morning sessions starting shortly after sunrise. The red dunes hold their colour year-round.
06 What should I wear?
Closed shoes, clothes you do not mind getting sandy, and sunglasses. Bring sunscreen. We provide the helmet. Avoid loose scarves and anything that can catch.
07 What is the difference between a buggy and a quad?
A buggy is a side-by-side car with a roll cage, seatbelts and a steering wheel, more protected, easier to learn, and it carries passengers. A quad is a straddle machine you steer with your body. Quads are more physical and more direct. Most first-timers find a buggy easier.
08 How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp with your date, group size and which ride you want. We reply with availability, the total in AED and a pickup plan.