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Yas Marina Circuit Map: Dune Buggy Rides Enquire / book More adventure Related: desert safari dubai
Paris's motorsport episode ends in the dunes, in 1,000-horsepower buggies built to tear across the sand. The episode also covers track laps at the Yas Marina Circuit and drifting with Abdo Feghali.
Self-drive or guided?
Most visitor buggy tours are self-drive behind a guide's vehicle in a convoy, often in the red dunes outside the city. Guided means you ride as a passenger with a professional driver, which is the better choice if you have never driven on sand.
Before you go
- Operators set their own age and licence rules for drivers; ask before booking.
- Wear closed shoes, sunglasses and something over your mouth for the dust.
- In summer, choose early morning or late afternoon slots.
Related: desert safari, Yas Island adrenaline.
From the Guy in Dubai video archive
About Thrilling Rides: Explore Dubai's 1000bhp
redbull are the masters of high adrenaline events and we take a sneak peak the day before Redbull Torque, an event where extreme sand buggies take to a course. The event is held in Aljada in Sharjah and is a high octane race between beastly engines of over 1000bhp. The objective is not just speed but points are awarded for good wheelies and stunts.
This is not a sport for everyone. Besides the fearlessness required, these extreme dune buggies will set you back around AED 2 million. So you'll need a stack of cash just to take part.
Guy in Dubai take a passenger seat in a 1000 bhp engine. See how he gets along.
FAQ
Can I drive a dune buggy myself in Dubai?
Yes, many tours are self-drive behind a guide. Driver age and licence rules vary by operator.
Did Paris drive a dune buggy?
Yes, in the Motorsport in the Emirates episode.
Sources
Facts checked October 2026. Opening times, age limits and seasons change, so confirm with the operator before you go.
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