Booking a desert tour with Al Jazeera Tours runs entirely on WhatsApp. Pick a service, share your details, get a confirmation with driver name and vehicle plate, pay on arrival. Most tours don't need an upfront deposit.
Why WhatsApp instead of an online booking form
Two reasons. First, WhatsApp creates a written record both ways — your booking thread becomes your receipt, the driver's name and plate are searchable in your messages, and any reschedule is on the same thread. Second, real-time clarification — most desert-tour bookings have at least one detail (vehicle pick, slot length, child age) that benefits from a 30-second back-and-forth. A static online form forces guesses; WhatsApp gets it right first time. We do support email and phone for guests who prefer them, but the booking confirmation always lands on WhatsApp.
How it works
Booking flow — step by step
- Pick a serviceBuggy (self-drive in cage), quad (open ATV solo), safari (4x4 passenger + camp), balloon (sunrise flight), dirt bike (motorbike off-road), or camel ride (slow walk).
- Pick a slotDay, sunset, dawn (summer), or specific timing for special occasions. Sunset is the most-photographed slot.
- Pick the duration30-min taster, 1-hour standard, 2-hour extended (where applicable).
- Share booking detailsHotel name + zone, group size, ages of any children, date (1st choice + backup), any dietary needs if combo with camp dinner.
- Send the WhatsApp+971 52 440 9525. Most replies within 5-15 minutes during operating hours (06:00-23:00).
- Get the booking confirmationDriver name, vehicle plate, pickup time window, verified or quoted price. Save this message.
- Day-before reminderWe send a reminder the evening before with confirmed driver and any updates.
- Day of pickupDriver calls 5-10 min before arrival. Verify plate at the hotel lobby. Climb in.
- Pay on arrivalCash, card or bank transfer at the staging area for standard tours. Combo / premium bookings may have asked for a small deposit on WhatsApp earlier.
- Drop-offSame vehicle returns you to your hotel. Booking complete.
Information to include in the WhatsApp message
- Service: e.g. 'Dune buggy 30-min 2-seater'
- Date: 1st choice and a backup
- Slot: morning / sunset / specific time if known
- Hotel name + room/area
- Group size: adults + children with ages
- Driving licence ready: yes/no (relevant for self-drive buggy or dirt bike)
- Special needs: pregnancy, back issue, recent surgery, dietary needs, mobility considerations
- Pickup zone if not a hotel: address or Google Maps pin
- Add-ons: photographer, GoPro, camp upgrade — if you want them
What we send back
- Verified or quoted price (no hidden fees)
- Driver name
- Vehicle plate of the pickup car
- Pickup time window (e.g. 14:30-14:45)
- Estimated transfer time to staging area
- Cancellation rule for your booking date
- Any required deposit amount (if applicable)
- Day-before reminder + driver call instructions
FAQ
Booking flow FAQ
Can I book by email instead?
Yes — email [email protected]. We'll send the confirmation by WhatsApp anyway because the WhatsApp message acts as the receipt.
What if I don't have WhatsApp?
Phone +971 50 496 8087 also works. We can email a confirmation summary if you don't use WhatsApp.
Can I book for a group of 20+ this way?
Yes — groups 12+ usually require a phone or WhatsApp call to walk through logistics, then we send a written quote.
Same-day booking — does it work?
Often yes if vehicles are free. Mid-week off-peak is easier than weekend in winter peak. Always worth a message.
Ready to book?
WhatsApp confirms in minutes with driver name and vehicle plate. Most tours are pay-on-arrival.