Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing Camel Ride BBQ and Shows
At a glance
Dubai Desert Safari with Dune Bashing Camel Ride BBQ and Shows is a 5h – 7h guided experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operated by Desert Planet Tourism LLC. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 461 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $15.52 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Unlimited water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, Shared 4x4 pickup & drop-off – Dubai & Sharjah, Sandboarding & short camel ride.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 461 travellers
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h – 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 100 travellers
- Languages
- Arabic, English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Head out into the desert near Dubai for an exciting evening of food and fun. Start by riding your own quad bike through the golden dunes for an action-packed adventure. After that, make your way to a traditional Bedouin camp, where you can enjoy activities like sandboarding or camel riding, while listening to Arabic music and watching dance performances. You'll also get to enjoy a delicious buffet dinner, along with tea, coffee, and other drinks.
> Spend an evening at a Bedouin-style desert camp
> Desert activities like dune bashing and quad biking
> Enjoy a buffet dinner with non-alcoholic drinks
> Includes hotel pickup and drop-off
What's included
What's included
- Unlimited water, soft drinks, tea & coffee
- Shared 4x4 pickup & drop-off – Dubai & Sharjah
- Sandboarding & short camel ride
- 4x4 dune bashing with scenic desert photo stops
- Live shows: Belly Dance, Tanura & Fire Show
- Traditional Arabian costume experience & henna painting
- Veg & non-veg BBQ buffet dinner
Not included
- Quad biking unless selected
- Private 4x4 or VIP upgrades unless selected
- Personal purchases & souvenir photos
- Pickup outside the included service area
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Your experience begins with pickup from your confirmed location in Dubai or Sharjah. Travel by 4x4 toward the desert with your safari driver. Pickup and transfer times may vary depending on traffic, location, and operational conditions.
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Stop 2 · 1h
Experience Dubai’s desert with an exciting 4x4 dune-bashing ride, sandboarding, and scenic photo opportunities. The desert location and activity sequence may vary depending on operational and desert conditions.
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Stop 3 · 3h
Relax at a shared desert camp and enjoy a short camel ride, BBQ buffet dinner, refreshments, and scheduled live entertainment. Guests can experience traditional camp activities and unwind before the return transfer. Quad biking is included only with selected quad-bike options.
Meeting point
Pickup and drop-off are available from locations within the confirmed Dubai and Sharjah service areas. Pickup time may vary depending on location, traffic, and operational conditions. Please provide your pickup location and keep your phone reachable for pickup coordination. Locations outside the included service area may require an additional charge or an agreed meeting point.
Port Rashid cruise pickup is available with advance confirmation. Please provide your ship name and expected disembarkation time after booking.
Good to know
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
- This is a shared 4x4 safari unless a private vehicle option is booked.
- Quad biking is available only with selected options and is subject to age and safety requirements.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult during desert and camp activities.
- Wear comfortable clothing and secure footwear suitable for sand and outdoor activities.
- Desert evenings can be cooler during winter; a light jacket is recommended.
- Live entertainment may change during Ramadan, religious holidays, or other periods subject to local regulations.
- Activity order may vary depending on traffic, weather, desert conditions, and operational requirements.
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 with Dune Bashing Camel Ride BBQ and Shows take?
The experience lasts about 5h – 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $15.52 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?
Unlimited water, soft drinks, tea & coffee; Shared 4x4 pickup & drop-off – Dubai & Sharjah; Sandboarding & short camel ride; 4x4 dune bashing with scenic desert photo stops; Live shows: Belly Dance, Tanura & Fire Show; Traditional Arabian costume experience & henna painting.
Where does it start?
Pickup and drop-off are available from locations within the confirmed Dubai and Sharjah service areas. Pickup time may vary depending on location, traffic, and operational conditions. Please provide your pickup location and keep your phone reachable for pickup coordination…
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 Arabic, English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 461 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
