Premium Private Desert Adventure Operator in Dubai

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Premium Private Desert Adventure Operator in Dubai

Entertainment & FunDubai, Dubai, United Arab EmiratesVerified

Deal information

20 peopleEst. 2010Entertainment & Fun
Asking price
AED 3.5M
Revenue
AED 1.9M
Profit
AED 462K
Multiple
7.6x

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Description

Established in 2010, this Dubai-based desert adventure company offers fully private, insured dune buggy, quad bike, and luxury safari experiences. Operating a fleet of 3000cc V6 dune buggies and 570cc Polaris quad bikes with AED 5M insurance coverage, it serves tourists and residents seeking exclusive, high-quality desert excursions.

Products & services

The business operates three core product lines, all offered as 100% private experiences with no shared or mixed groups:

1. Dune Buggy Adventures — Self-drive 3000cc V6 automatic dune buggies (320 hp) in a private guided convoy. Packages range from 30-minute thrill rides (from AED 550) to 1-hour experiences (from AED 950) to premium combinations with desert camp dinners (from AED 4,340) and private dinners (from AED 7,120). All include safety briefing, helmets, goggles, sandboarding, and photo stops. Can-Am Maverick 1000cc Turbo buggies also available (from AED 3,360).

2. ATV Quad Bike Safaris — Self-drive Polaris 570cc 4×4 automatic quad bikes in a private guided convoy. Packages include sandboarding experiences (from AED 2,650 for 2 guests), desert camp dinner combos (from AED 3,850), and private dinner experiences (from AED 6,720). All include luxury transfers, Arabic hospitality, and falcon photography.

3. Private Desert Safaris & Dinners — Bespoke desert experiences including camel rides, sandboarding, scenic photo stops, falcon photography, fire performance shows, and private BBQ dinners in exclusive desert camp locations (from AED 5,570 for 2 guests). Also operates as a Destination Management Company (DMC) for inbound tour groups.

All experiences include AED 5M insurance coverage, professional guides, and hotel transfers.

Customers & market

The business primarily serves two customer segments:

1. International Tourists — Visitors to Dubai seeking premium, private desert experiences. Dubai attracts over 16 million tourists annually, with desert safaris ranking among the top 5 most-booked activities. The company's 100% private positioning targets the high-end segment willing to pay a premium for exclusivity, safety, and quality.

2. UAE Residents — Local residents attracted by special resident pricing and weekend adventure opportunities. This segment provides steady off-peak demand.

Key customer acquisition channels include the company's website (direct bookings), GetYourGuide marketplace, and social media. The business has maintained strong online reviews and repeat/referral business since 2010. Revenue is transactional per booking, with average transaction values ranging from AED 550 to AED 7,120+ for premium packages. Group sizes are typically 2–6 guests per booking.

Operations & team

The business operates with approximately 20 employees across operations, guiding, and administration:

  • Guides & Desert Staff — Professional desert guides leading private convoys, ensuring safety and delivering the experience.
  • Operations & Logistics — Fleet management, vehicle maintenance, insurance compliance, and camp setup.
  • Customer Service & Bookings — Handling reservations, inquiries, and guest coordination.
  • Management — Day-to-day operations overseen by the founding team.

Key operational details:

  • Fleet includes 3000cc V6 dune buggies and 570cc Polaris quad bikes, all fully insured under AED 5M coverage.
  • Operations are based in Dubai with desert access to the red dunes area.
  • Bookings are managed via the company website and third-party marketplace platforms.
  • The business holds a valid Dubai tourism license and is registered as an L.L.C.
  • Operating hours are flexible, with experiences typically running from morning through evening, with sunset and dinner packages being the most popular.

Growth opportunities

Several avenues for growth are available:

1. Expand Fleet & Capacity — Adding more buggies and quad bikes allows the business to handle higher booking volumes, especially during peak tourist season (October–March).

2. Corporate & Group Events — The private-experience model is well-suited for corporate team-building, private celebrations, and VIP group bookings, which command higher margins.

3. Online Marketplace Expansion — Listing on additional OTAs (Airbnb Experiences, Viator, Klook) alongside the existing GetYourGuide presence could significantly increase bookings.

4. Luxury Vertical — Introducing ultra-premium packages (e.g., helicopter transfers, private chef dinners, overnight glamping) targeting ultra-high-net-worth visitors.

5. Seasonal & Resident Programs — Loyalty programs, multi-ride packages, and summer resident offers to smooth demand across off-peak months.

6. B2B / DMC Growth — Leveraging the existing DMC capabilities to partner with more hotels and inbound tour operators for volume contracts.

Revenue and earnings by year

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RevenueEBITDA
Financial yearRevenueEBITDA
FY2024AED 967,000AED 400,000
FY2025AED 1,850,000—

Valuation

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Asset-based

Seller's method

AED 3,500,000

Assets AED 5M less liabilities AED 1.5M

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