Dubai: Adventure Red Dune Desert Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ
At a glance
Dubai: Adventure Red Dune Desert Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ is a 7h guided experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by ToursGuys.com. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 136 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $100 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Camel ride (can be repeated as per requirement), Arabian Horse Show, English-speaking licensed driver.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 136 travellers
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 100 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Embark on a thrilling desert adventure with hotel pickup in a 4x4 vehicle. Enjoy dune bashing, sandboarding, and optional quad biking before heading to a traditional desert camp. Experience camel rides, falcon encounters, henna painting, and Arabic hospitality. End the evening with a delicious BBQ dinner and live cultural entertainment under the stars.
What's included
What's included
- Camel ride (can be repeated as per requirement)
- Arabian Horse Show
- English-speaking licensed driver
- BBQ Meal including vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes
- Shisha smoking & Henna painting
- Traditional Yola dance and Falconry show
- Welcome Gahwa (coffee) and Gaymat (sweets) at camp
- Pick up and drop-off from your preferred location
- Mega Fire show
- Dune bashing for 30-45 minutes & Sandboarding
- Unlimited water & soft drinks
- Falcon experience
Not included
- Quad bike & Quad buggy(optional)
- Alcoholic drinks
- Luggages not allowed
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 3h
You’ll be picked up from your hotel or selected location in Dubai in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle by your guide. On the way to the desert, enjoy a short stop to adjust tire pressure for an optimal off-road experience. During this break, take advantage of restroom facilities, capture photos with falcons, or opt for an exciting quad biking session (optional).
Upon reaching the desert, prepare for an adrenaline-filled dune bashing adventure with experienced drivers. Feel the thrill as you glide over the golden dunes, followed by a chance to try sandboarding—perfect for adventurous photos and panoramic views. -
Stop 2 · 4m
Next, arrive at the desert camp, where you'll be warmly welcomed with traditional Arabic coffee, sweets, and dates. Meet the friendly camels, enjoy a short ride, or watch them being fed. At the camp, immerse yourself in local traditions with falcon encounters, henna painting, Arabic attire makeovers, and a shisha lounge.
Enjoy a live cultural performance while indulging in a delicious BBQ dinner featuring authentic Arabian dishes. As the evening winds down, you'll be dropped off back at your hotel or selected location—bringing home lasting memories of Dubai’s rich desert culture and adventure.
Meeting point
Pickup is available from any hotel or apartment in Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman, as well as the cruise port (Port Rashid).The Holiday Inn Express at Dubai International Airport for the Airport pick up. Pickup from Bab Al Shams, Jebel Ali, Sport-Motor city, and Al Maha resort is available only with an additional fee.
Good to know
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Quad biking is a self-driving activity taken at your own risk and the activity provider’s insurance does not cover it, any accidents or damages from the activity will be the sole responsibility of the rider and passenger
- International travel insurance is recommended
- An adult must accompany participants ages 9-15 for a shared ATV ride
- Quad biking is optional and not automatically included in the program
- Avoid eating 2-3 hours before the trip to prevent sickness during dune bashing
- Guests from Sharjah are picked up first and dropped off last in shared transport
- Pickup timing may change due to summer heat; advance notification will be sent
- Individuals with back problems, disabilities, or those aged 60 and above are advised against riding camels
- During the holy month of Ramadan you can watch Tanoura & Fire shows only in our desert camps
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dubai: Adventure Red Dune Desert Safari, Camel Ride & BBQ take?
The experience lasts about 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Camel ride (can be repeated as per requirement); Arabian Horse Show; English-speaking licensed driver; BBQ Meal including vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes; Shisha smoking & Henna painting; Traditional Yola dance and Falconry show.
Where does it start?
Pickup is available from any hotel or apartment in Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman, as well as the cruise port (Port Rashid).The Holiday Inn Express at Dubai International Airport for the Airport pick up. Pickup from Bab Al Shams, Jebel Ali, Sport-Motor city, and Al Maha resort is…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 136 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
