Situated in the Arabian Desert,
Dubai is a modern city that prides itself on an efficient and well-maintained
infrastructure, making exciting desert safaris more convenient than ever for
visitors. The dune experiences offered by these two places offers jaw-dropping
views of the landscape, cultural immersion and adrenaline-packed activities.
Nevertheless to increase the fun of your Desert Safari, you have got be a
little smart about your attire too.
Here, in just one short read-through
of a comprehensive guide on what to wear for the Dubai Desert Safari and some
important tips that could be very useful to your comfort during this
never-to-be-forgotten journey.
Understanding the Environment
Dubai is in the Arabian dessert so
it has a very hot, dry weather with lots of sand dunes.
The type of desert changes the
depending on what is in the outskirts, and they will yield different
experiences during your safari. Dubai summer temperatures can easily reach 40°C
(104°F) during the day. Conversely, nights may be cold and temperature
variations might call for a change in clothing.
Your desert safari outfit needs to
be both functional and comfortable, as well safe – you want the perfect mix of
practicality with a hint of cultural respect. Since the desert is so harsh, it
makes sense to dress for protecting your skin from both the sun and sand and
dressing as free of movement in order to try their activities like dune
bashing, camel riding & boarding. When in the company of local people, it
is essential to wear clothes which are appropriate like long sleeved shirts/trousers
and ankle length skirts.
Essential Clothing Tips
Men’s clothing:
1. Long-sleeved lightweight shirts –
be sure to wear breathable fabric like cotton or even sun-protective and
waterproof material so your arms stay breezy but out of the sun
2. Loose pants: You can bring a
lightweight trousers or cargo pants to walk on and also for the protection from
sun & sand.
3. Footwear: See closed shoes or the
kind of sandals that can be worn with socks to support your ankle for long
sandy walks (protection and prevent heat/dust)
Women’s Clothing:
Maxi Dresses or Loose-Fit Tops: Opt
for flowy fabrics like cotton and linen to stay cool, dry.
2. Consider capri pants or a longer
skirt (long enough not to be hiking up and protecting your legs), but that
would still make it easier for you do what was necessary in the desert.
3. Some sort of scarf or shawl: This
will protect your
Accessories:
Sun Protection:Wide brimmed hat, cap
and sunglasses with UV protection to protect your face of the desert sun.
sweatshirt or light jacket if youre going to be out evenings, early mornings
when desert temperatures
Bag: Pack a smaller backpack or
cross body to store items such as sunscreen, water and camera without being
cumbersome.
Tips for Footwear
Wear comfortable shoes but practicalfor
the desert. It’s best to wear some form of closed-toe shoe or boot that stay
secured on your feet and do not allow sand in informs you hands rodeo camel
while hiking through the desert. Wear closed shoes, possibly not too tight if
the walk makes your feet swell Wear open low shoes that you can easily remove
Avoid putting sand with other types of footwear for Metal Detection,personally
where this same detection did all sorts of stuff to make sure, wearing a
certain boot caused false noise only when warning people Built Flip-flops – no.
Bonus Tips:
Keep well hydrated: Drink plenty of water before and during your safari
to stay hydrated in the dry desert environment.
Minimal Jewellery:Avoid wearing excessive jewellery as it can get
hot and uncomfortable in the sun.
Moisturise:Dry desert
air can dry out your skin, so use a good moisturizer before and after your
safari.
Eye Protection:Besides sunglasses, consider bringing goggles if
you plan to go quad biking or sandboarding to protect your eyes from sand.
By following these essential clothing tips and packing essentials, you’ll be ready to make the most of your Dubai
Desert Safari. Embrace the
adventure, respect local traditions and have an unforgettable experience amidst the breathtaking scenery and rich culture of the Arabian Desert.
