How much does a desert buggy tour in Liwa cost?
Last updated 2 November 2026
A two-hour buggy ride at Liwa Festival costs 3,276 AED per buggy. A one-day buggy expedition starts at 5,800 AED per buggy, a two-day one at 11,600 AED, and a three-day one at 17,600 AED for a crew of two. The price is per buggy, not per person, and a buggy takes up to two people. Prices were checked on 2 November 2026 and the organiser sets them.
Prices at a glance
For quads, see the one-day tourist quad tour from 2,900 AED per rider.
| Format | Price from |
|---|---|
| Two-hour ride at Liwa Festival | 3,276 AED per buggy (up to two people) |
| 1-DAY Desert Rush: Buggy Expedition | 5,800 AED per buggy (up to two people) |
| 2-DAYS Dune Adventure: Buggy Expedition | 11,600 AED per buggy (up to two people) |
| 3-DAYS Desert Storm: Buggy Expedition | 17,600 AED per crew of two |
| MY DAD MY MENTOR: Buggy Expedition (4 days, 2 driving days) | 10,400 AED per team (parent and child) |
What the price includes
On the expeditions the price includes fuel, meals and drinks. For the two-hour festival ride it includes full riding gear, water, soft drinks, snacks, an instructor and photos after the tour.
What is not included
Insurance and the deposit are not included in the price. Ask the organiser for the amounts when you book.
Which format to choose
- Two hours at the festival: a first taste of the dunes, fits into a festival day.
- One day: a full day of driving with a guide.
- Two or three days: further into the dunes with overnight stays; see how many days to plan in our guide.
How to pay
You pay the organiser directly. Karavanta does not take your money.
Tours and guides
Frequently asked questions
- Is the price per person or per buggy?
- Per buggy; a buggy takes up to two people.
- Is fuel included?
- Yes, on the expeditions.
- Are meals and drinks included?
- Yes, on the expeditions.
- Is insurance included?
- No.
- Is there a deposit?
- A deposit is not included in the price; the organiser tells you the amount.
- Do I need experience?
- See our guide on what to expect on a buggy tour.