Dubai Desert Safari - Sandboarding, Quad Bike & BBQ Options
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 7,812 travellers
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h – 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 120 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Enjoy a thrilling Red Dunes desert safari with dune bashing, sandboarding, and camel rides. Choose a 4-hour adventure or extend to 7 hours with BBQ dinner, live shows, and camp activities.
What's included
What's included
- BBQ buffet dinner with veg and non-veg dishes (7-hour)
- Short camel ride
- Tanura, belly dance, and fire show (7-hour)
- Welcome Arabic coffee, dates, Lugaimat (7-hour)
- Sandboarding equipment
- Licensed safari guide and bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off ina 4x4 vehicle
- 30–45 min dune bashing
- Sunset photo stop
- Henna painting, shisha area, falcon interaction (7-hour, seasonal)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 50m
Begin your Dubai Desert Safari with complimentary hotel pickup by your licensed safari guide. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 toward the striking Red Dunes of Lahbab, where golden sands and rich Bedouin culture welcome you to a unique desert experience.
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Stop 2 · 4h
Enjoy a 50-minute drive as the city disappears into wide open dunes. At the meeting point, take a 30-minute break to refresh, take a short camel ride, and capture desert photos. While you relax, your guide prepares the 4x4 for offroad driving and waits for other groups to arrive.
After our short break, set off on a thrilling 45-minute dune bashing ride across the rolling Red Dunes desert. Feel the adrenaline rush as your guide navigates the high slopes and steep descents in a powerful 4x4, with safety always a priority. Stop at the tallest dunes for panoramic photos, and offering a brief connection to traditional Bedouin culture. than try sandboarding—a fun and safe activity for all ages.
Guests choosing the 7-hour option with BBQ will continue to a traditional Bedouin-style camp. Be welcomed with Arabic coffee, dates, and Lugaimat sweets before exploring a range of activities — henna painting, shisha, camel rides, and photo opportunities with Arabian falcons (seasonal). -
Stop 3 · 50m
After your adventure, relax as you are driven back to your hotel. A portion of your booking supports desert preservation and local cultural heritage. Choose this tour for the perfect balance of desert thrills, Emirati traditions, and sustainability.
Meeting point
Complimentary pickup included from any Dubai hotel and accommodation up to 45 mins before tour.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour lasts 4 or 7 hours including transfers
- Pickup window up to 45 minutes before start time
- Camel rides are unavailable during the summer season due to high temperatures and animal welfare considerations.
- Licensed guides and fully insured 4x4 vehicles
- Cultural shows subject to weather and seasonal availability
- Shisha at tables and custom henna cost extra
- Vegetarian options available at BBQ buffet
- Not suitable for under 3, pregnant, or back and neck issues
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dubai Desert Safari - Sandboarding, Quad Bike & BBQ Options take?
The experience lasts about 4h – 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $45 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?
BBQ buffet dinner with veg and non-veg dishes (7-hour); Short camel ride; Tanura, belly dance, and fire show (7-hour); Welcome Arabic coffee, dates, Lugaimat (7-hour); Sandboarding equipment; Licensed safari guide and bottled water.
Where does it start?
Complimentary pickup included from any Dubai hotel and accommodation up to 45 mins before tour.
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 4.8 out of 5 across 7,812 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
Information last checked October 7, 2026. Operated by Dream Journey.