Dubai has become a top destination for adventure-seeking travelers looking to fulfill their bucket list dreams. According to Tripadvisor's 2023 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Bucket List Experiences, the ultimate experience to check off is a thrilling six-hour desert adventure in Dubai's Lahbab dunes.
This curated list on Tripadvisor ranks the dune-bashing tour as the number one choice for exploring Dubai's desert surrounds. The tour, operated by OceanAir Travels, offers a variety of activities packed into one exciting package. Participants can enjoy a heart-pounding 60-minute quad bike ride across the mesmerizing red dunes of Lahbab. In addition, they can indulge in camel rides, sandboarding, stargazing under the clear desert skies, and savor a delicious traditional Arabian barbecue.
Priced at approximately Dh400 per person, this experience has once again claimed the top spot on Tripadvisor's best bucket list experiences in the world, making it a must-try adventure. In addition to the exhilarating dune bashing and exploring the desert on camelback, which is reminiscent of the traditional methods employed by Bedouin tribes, the tour also includes a visit to Al Khayma Desert Camp in the Hunaywah region of Dubai. Guests can witness captivating live shows featuring Khaleeji dancing, try Henna painting, and immerse themselves in traditional Emirati attire.
Tripadvisor's rankings are based on extensive analysis of 12 months' worth of review data from millions of global travelers. The Dubai desert tour outranked other incredible bucket list experiences, including hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru, whale-watching in Alaska, traversing Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, and enjoying an off-roading adventure in Aruba, securing its position as the ultimate bucket list adventure.
Not only did Dubai's desert safari and dune-bashing experience claim the top spot for bucket list experiences, but it also secured a place on Tripadvisor's Top Overall Experiences in the world list for 2023. It ranked fourth, following a day tour in Bali, a Thai-cooking experience in Chiang Mai, and an exploration of Hawaii's Oahu island.
Tripadvisor's latest research reveals that 28 percent of all travelers worldwide are driven by the desire to try new things. Kate Urquhart, the general manager for experiences at Tripadvisor, emphasized that these experiences transform travelers into adventurers, fostering connections with local communities and creating unforgettable memories for years to come.
