United Arab Emirates, Kenya · Desert Safari

5-Day Dubai Tour from Nairobi with Desert Safari and Dhow Cruise

5 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at fascinating examples of modern Dubai architecture, from the Burj Al Arab and Burj Khalifa to the Palm island
  • 02 Board the water taxi or 'Abra' to explore Dubai Museum, Deira, the Spice Souk, and the Gold Souk
  • 03 Go dune bashing on a desert safari and enjoy an Arabian evening in a desert camp
  • 04 Enjoy a moonlight dinner cruise along Dubai Creek

Get a taste of the best that Dubai has to offer on this 5-day tour from Nairobi. See the city's famous locations and mind-boggling architecture through scenic drives, an abra ride, and a dinner cruise, while discovering both historic and modern sides of Dubai. You can also enjoy a range of optional activities such as water sports, indoor snow-skiing, and world championship golf courses. The experience is rounded off with an exciting desert safari, where you will enjoy authentic Arabian hospitality.

The experience is rounded off with an exciting desert safari, where you will enjoy authentic Arabian hospitality.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Dubai, Nairobi
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Dubai

  • Take the earliest available flight from Nairobi to Dubai and, after arriving, transfer to the hotel, where you can spend the rest of the day relaxing.
2
Day 02

Historic and Modern Dubai City Tour

  • Take a fascinating 4-hour historical excursion to discover the past, present, and future of Dubai. Visit the Dubai Museum, followed by boarding the water taxi or 'Abra', which will take you to the other side of the creek, also known as Deira, from where you can shop and view the amazing Spice Souk and Gold Souk.
  • Witness the opulence of the people of Dubai as you view the Burj Al Arab - a hotel built on an artificially made island, Jumeirah Mosque - the only mosque which permits entry to non-Muslims, the world's tallest building - the Burj Khalifa, the Sheikhs' (Ruler's) Palace, Jumeirah Beach, the Palm city island, and the Atlantis Hotel.
  • Head towards Bur Dubai and Deira Dubai to experience the history and tradition of the country and view the buildings which have stood the test of time.
  • In the afternoon, you can either relax at the hotel or visit the Dubai Mall, where you can spend the rest of the day shopping or visiting the Dubai Aquarium, dancing fountains, and Burj Khalifa tour at your own cost.

Meals provided: Breakfast.

3
Day 03

Desert Safari Experience

  • You can spend the morning relaxing, going shopping, or visiting Atlantis or Wild Wadi Water Park at your own cost.
  • In the afternoon, take a drive in four-wheel vehicles through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, deep into the heart of the desert.
  • Reach the desert camp. Relax on comfortable low cushions in Bedouin tents, have your hands painted with intricate henna designs, experience a short camel ride, or enjoy the aromatic shisha. Relish a feast of grilled meats, fresh salads, and delectable Arab sweets, and enjoy the bewitching belly dancer swaying to the haunting strains of Arabian music.

Meals provided: Breakfast, Dinner.

4
Day 04

Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek

  • You can spend the morning relaxing or going shopping.
  • In the evening, enjoy a moonlight dinner and fascinating views of the city aboard a dhow on a cruise along Dubai Creek. You will see splendid examples of modern architecture like the National Bank of Dubai and the spectacular Chamber of Commerce & Industry buildings, Sheikh Saeed's House, the birthplace of Sheikh Rashid, and the Heritage Village. A candlelit buffet dinner and fragrant Arabic coffee are included. Seating will be allocated upon boarding.
5
Day 05

Departure from Dubai

  • Transfer to the airport for your flight. End of the tour.
Burj Khalifa, Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek

Where this trip takes you

Burj Khalifa, Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, Dhow Cruise Dinner on Dubai Creek

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Nairobi 2 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  1. Return economy class air tickets.

  2. Airport transfers to the hotel in Dubai.

  3. All accommodation as shown above.

  4. Half-day Dubai city tour.

  5. Sunset dhow dinner cruise.

  6. Desert safari with barbecue dinner.

What's Not Included

  1. Visa fee: USD 100 (KSH 10,000 per person).

  2. Tips for waiters and guides.

  3. Any other extras not shown above.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Tour start
Nairobi, Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Nairobi.

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