About the Brand

Operating as the destination management wing of dnata (part of the Emirates Group), Arabian Adventures has spent decades shaping how visitors experience the UAE. While the parent company traces its roots back to 1959, this touring arm has grown into one of the region’s most prominent excursion providers, handling everything from airport transfers to multi-day desert expeditions. They hold a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award, reflecting consistently high feedback from international holidaymakers.

Their catalogue covers the full spectrum of Emirati tourism. You can book everything from dhow cruises along Dubai Creek and dune buggy rides to comprehensive Abu Dhabi city tours and tickets for Dubai Parks and Resorts. Pricing typically starts around £18 for basic boat trips and £21 for standard desert safaris, though premium private experiences naturally cost more. Most excursions include hotel pick-up and drop-off, removing the hassle of navigating local transport.

A major draw is their commitment to responsible tourism. Safaris frequently take place within the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, and the company donates a portion of its fees directly to local environmental projects [[21]]. Guides are bilingual and deeply knowledgeable about Bedouin history and local ecology, offering a far more substantive narrative than the standard tourist traps.

Pairing these conservation-led excursions with the automatic discounts and newsletter perks found below ensures you get the most out of your UAE itinerary without overpaying.

Page last updated: 2 October 2026

How to use

While the current promotions on this page apply automatically without a voucher, Arabian Adventures does occasionally release specific promo codes for seasonal sales. When one of those appears, simply click the offer card to copy the text to your clipboard, head over to their booking portal, and paste it into the promotional box at checkout to see the price drop before you enter your payment details.

Most of the savings we track are direct price reductions on activities like desert safaris and dhow cruises. You don’t need to do anything special to claim these; the discounted rate is already baked into the listing on their website. Just browse the special offers or tours sections, select your preferred date, and the reduced per-person rate will calculate automatically when you reach the final booking summary.

Signing up for their email list is a reliable way to catch flash sales that aren’t advertised on the main homepage. When you register your address, they typically send over a welcome bundle or early access to limited-time deals on theme park tickets and Abu Dhabi excursions. Keep an eye on your inbox around major travel booking windows to snap up these subscriber-exclusive rates before they expire.

If an automatic discount fails to reflect in your final basket, or if a newly released voucher code throws up an error message at checkout, let us know immediately. Just click the report button attached to the specific offer card on this page, and our team will investigate the discrepancy and update the listing to ensure other travellers don’t run into the same snag.

Shopping Guide

When is the best time to book a desert safari?

The UAE summer (June to August) is sweltering, meaning operators heavily discount outdoor excursions to fill seats. We have seen safari prices drop by nearly half during July compared to the peak winter months. If you can handle the evening heat, booking in the off-season yields massive savings, though the winter window from November to March offers far more comfortable temperatures for dune bashing and camp dining.

Should I book a group tour or a private excursion?

Group tours are significantly cheaper and perfectly adequate for standard itineraries like the Abu Dhabi city highlights or a basic dhow cruise. However, if you are booking a premium desert safari, upgrading to a private 4x4 is often worth the extra outlay. It allows you to dictate the pace of the dune bashing, avoid the crowded main camps, and secure a better spot for the falconry photography sessions.

How do I combine theme park tickets for maximum value?

Buying single-day passes at the gate is the most expensive way to visit Dubai Parks and Resorts. We always recommend looking for multi-park bundles or annual pass upgrades directly through the Arabian Adventures portal, as these frequently include added perks like meal vouchers or fast-track access. Pairing a multi-day ticket with an off-peak weekday visit stretches your budget much further than trying to cram everything into a single Saturday.