Polaris RZR vs Can-Am Maverick X3: Which Buggy Should You Drive?
The Polaris RZR 1000 is the easiest and best-value buggy for first-timers. The Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR is the more powerful, longer-travel machine for confident drivers who want to attack big dunes.
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Emdad was our guide for the dessert safari experience and he was amazing from the get go till the very end. He picked us up on time, drove smoothly to the dessert camp and took us on a fun ride for dune bashing followed by Sandboarding. We had a 1.5 year old baby with us and he helped make sure she was enjoying as well in her car seat in the back. He then also recommended to upgrade us to VIP plan because the food would be served first there and be better and we were so glad we did that because we got amazing food before others. And then all the shows including belly dance and fire show were amazing too. Highly recommend booking a private car tour!
Desert safari experience with them was amazing. It was totally worth it. Family including our little kid enjoyed. Had booked private tour with them. Dune buggy ride was the best part. Dune car bashing was also fun. Buffet dinner had wide variety. Took photographs in desert. Camel ride was short. Everything went as per package plan. We went to Arabian heritage camp. Live shows kept us entertained throughout. Loved the fire show in the end. Desert safari experience is a must while in Dubai. Thanks to our tour operator for memorable day.
Really amazing day, i really enjoyed lot Dune bashing and camp also very very recommended.guide and driver EMDAD is very kind and very helpful. Thankyou somuch team Desert safari travels
We had an amazing experience. The guider Mr Rufi Choudhry of Adventure Safari Tour was very friendly, funny and cheerful. If I plan to Visit the UAE I will definitely use his services and recommend to anyone interested as well.
Ali is truly the best guide. Thanks to him, we were able to end our Dubai trip on a beautiful note. He genuinely loves his job, sincerely cares for his guests, and was highly professional from the beginning to the very end of the tour. In particular, yesterday my husband had an emergency situation on the way to the desert tour after eating something wrong at a restaurant. Ali remained calm, immediately called an ambulance, and continued to check on the situation while staying in constant communication with us. Even after my husband was discharged from the hospital, Ali came a long distance to pick us up and personally took us back to our hotel. He also rearranged and carried out the desert tour today, which we were unable to do yesterday, and everything was absolutely perfect Once again, we sincerely thank Ali for his dedication, kindness, and outstanding care. I have traveled to many countries and had many great experiences, but without a doubt, Ali is the best! (I truly believe your company is extremely fortunate to have an employee like All.) Thank you so much Ali, God bless you and your family, Inshallah! See you again :)
The Polaris RZR 1000 is the easiest and best-value buggy for first-timers. The Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR is the more powerful, longer-travel machine for confident drivers who want to attack big dunes.
- Engine: Polaris RZR 1000: 1000cc naturally aspirated · Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR: Turbocharged triple
- Feel: Polaris RZR 1000: Predictable, forgiving · Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR: Explosive power, long suspension
- 2-seat, 1 hr (self-drive): Polaris RZR 1000: AED 699 · Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR: AED 1,399
- 4-seat, 1 hr (self-drive): Polaris RZR 1000: AED 899 · Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR: AED 1,649
- Best for: Polaris RZR 1000: First-timers, couples, families · Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR: Experienced drivers, thrill-seekers
Polaris RZR 1000: the all-rounder
The Polaris RZR 1000 is the workhorse of Dubai's buggy tours. Its naturally aspirated 1000cc engine delivers power smoothly, so it's easy to control on the first run up a dune. It comes in 1-, 2- and 4-seat versions and is the best-value way to reach the big red dunes.
Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR: the performance buggy
The Can-Am Maverick X3 RS Turbo RR is built for dune racing. It has a turbocharged engine, a wide stance and very long suspension travel. It pulls hard up steep faces and stays composed over whoops, but it rewards confident drivers. It's also the buggy most people want in their photos.
And the others we run
- Polaris RZR Turbo 1800 4-seat: turbo power for groups
- Power Buggy 3000cc: our most powerful machine
- Kawasaki Teryx4 800: gentle and stable, good for families
Price comparison (1 hour)
- Polaris RZR 1000 2-seat: Self-drive: AED 699 · With pickup: AED 799
- Polaris RZR 1000 4-seat: Self-drive: AED 899 · With pickup: AED 999
- Can-Am X3 2-seat: Self-drive: AED 1,399 · With pickup: AED 1,899
- Can-Am X3 4-seat: Self-drive: AED 1,649 · With pickup: AED 2,149
Which buggy is best for beginners?
The Polaris RZR 1000.
Which is the most powerful buggy?
Our 3000cc Power Buggy, followed by the Can-Am Maverick X3 Turbo RR.
Is Can-Am worth the extra money?
If you've driven off-road before, or want the most thrilling hour, yes. First-timers are usually happier in the RZR.