Dubai’s desert safari has clinched the prestigious title of the world’s best bucket list activity at the 2023 Tripadvisor Awards. Only 1% of Tripadvisor’s 8 million listings achieve the coveted “Best of the Best” classification, making this annual release highly significant.
Tripadvisor recently revealed its Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2023, based on user reviews. These awards recognize top-rated destinations across six categories: popular, trending, food, nature, culture, and ski.
According to Kate Urquhart, Tripadvisor’s general manager for experiences, these experiences transform travelers into adventurers, fostering connections with local communities and creating unforgettable stories.
Dubai’s desert safari offers a thrilling dune-bashing tour that combines various activities, providing the ultimate way to explore Dubai’s desert surroundings. Highlights include a 60-minute quad bike ride, camel rides, sandboarding, stargazing, and a traditional Arabian BBQ. The trip costs from Dh400 ($109) per person and is suitable for ages 14 and above.
Other notable activities on this year’s bucket list include hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, whale watching in Alaska, driving Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, and off-roading in Aruba.
Dubai’s desert experience also secured the No. 4 spot on Tripadvisor’s list of the Top Overall Experiences in the World for 2023, trailing a day tour of Bali, a Thai cookery class in Chiang Mai, and a visit to Hawaii’s Oahu island.