Self-drive dune buggies on the Dubai dunes — Polaris RZR and Can-Am X3, 30 minutes to 2 hours
| Vehicle | 30 Min | 1 Hour | 2 Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Seater Polaris Dune Buggy RZR 1000CC | AED 1,200 | AED 1,500 | AED 2,050 |
| 4 Seater Polaris Dune Buggy RZR 1000CC | AED 1,500 | AED 1,800 | AED 2,400 |
| 2 Seater Can-Am Maverick X3 | AED 1,500 | AED 1,950 | AED 3,250 |
| 4 Seater Can-Am Maverick X3 | AED 1,800 | AED 2,400 | AED 3,800 |
The Dune Buggy Excursion is the odd one out in the lineup — no balloon, no sunrise wake-up call, just a self-drive dune buggy ride on the Dubai dunes for anyone who wants a daytime adrenaline activity to pair with a balloon flight or book on its own. Two vehicle types are on offer: the Polaris RZR 1000CC and the higher-performance Can-Am Maverick X3, each available as a 2-seater or 4-seater, and each bookable for 30 minutes, 1 hour or 2 hours.
Pricing scales with vehicle, seats and duration, from AED 1,200 for a 30-minute ride in the 2-seater Polaris up to AED 3,800 for two hours in the 4-seater Can-Am — the full grid is laid out below so you can compare before booking. One thing worth flagging early: this excursion only runs with private pickup and drop-off, unlike the balloon packages where sharing keeps the price down. If you’d rather handle your own transport, the team will simply send the meeting point by WhatsApp or email once you’ve booked.
It works well as an add-on for guests already booked on a balloon flight who want a second activity later in the day, or as a standalone booking for anyone who just wants time behind the wheel on real dunes rather than a passenger seat in someone else’s 4x4.
Private pickup and drop-off is required for the Dune Buggy Excursion — sharing pickup isn't offered for this activity. If you'd rather skip transfers, the exact meeting location is shared by WhatsApp or email.
A safety briefing and vehicle handover before you head out onto the dunes.
30 minutes, 1 hour or 2 hours on the dunes in your chosen buggy, guided by the crew.
Both are self-drive dune buggies built for sand; the Can-Am Maverick X3 is the higher-performance option and priced a little above the equivalent Polaris RZR at every duration and seat count.
No — this excursion requires private pickup and drop-off only. If you'd prefer not to arrange transfers at all, the team will share the meeting location directly by WhatsApp or email.
A valid driving licence is required to drive the buggy yourself. If you'd rather not drive, ask about riding as a passenger in the 4-seater options when booking.
One hour runs from AED 1,500 for the 2-seater Polaris RZR up to AED 2,400 for the 4-seater Can-Am Maverick X3 — see the full price table on this page for every vehicle and duration.
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