Dubai Self-Drive Quad Bike, Camels, Stargazing & 5* BBQ Al Khayma
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 24,902 travellers
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Head into the Lehbab Desert and ride across the dunes on a quad bike. Continue to a desert camp for a delicious BBQ and traditional entertainment.
What's included
What's included
- Sandboarding in the red dunes
- Arabian Horse Show
- Falcon experience “photos”
- Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee), and dates
- 5* Arabian Buffet with Live BBQ Station & Live local Bread “ Veg and Non Vegetarian are available”
- Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour) in the Shisha Area
- Unlimited water and soft drinks
- Short Camel ride (can be repeated)
- Stargazing session (Only with Evening time slots)
- Henna painting for ladies “ Tattoo”
- Sunset view photo stop
- Accompanying Experienced Guide
- Camel Feeding with Selfie photos
- Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/ location by air-conditioned vehicle
- Mega Fire show ( Fire show only with evening time slots)
- Traditional Yola dance & Falconry show
- 60-Minutes Quad Bike Ride at Red dunes open desert with Helmet
Not included
- Dune bashing with a 4x4 car
- Tipping
- Any other expenses not mentioned
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Get picked up from your hotel in Dubai and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle to the Red dunes desert. Upon arrival, relax in an air-conditioned tent with Arabic tea, coffee, and dates.
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Stop 2 · 1h
Begin your adventure with an exhilarating 60-minute quad biking experience across the dunes. First, attend a safety briefing from your instructor and gear up with the provided protective equipment. Then, feel the adrenaline as you ride over the silky sandbanks, capturing stunning desert photos along the way. Afterward, try sandboarding—strap on your board and glide down the dunes under expert guidance for even more excitement.
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Stop 3 · 3h
Move to Al Khayma camp and experience authentic Bedouin hospitality with Arabic coffee, sweets, and dates. Enjoy a short camel ride to a sunset viewpoint, then return to the camp for more activities—henna tattoos, shisha, dressing in Arab attire, and posing with a falcon.
Savor a delicious BBQ dinner while watching live Arabian entertainment shows, including a Mega fire show, Traditional Yola dance & Falconry show. End the night by gazing at the tranquil, starlit desert sky. -
Stop 4 · 1h
Finally, relax as you're driven back to your hotel in Dubai.
Meeting point
Complimentary pick-up is available from Dubai, Sharjah & Ajman hotels, apartments, and Cruise terminals in Dubai ( Port Rashid ) & Dubai Harbour. Dubai Airport is available from the Holiday Inn Airport hotel. Pickup from Bab Al Shams, Al Maha resort, and Jebel Ali is available for an additional fee.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Participants must be over 14 years old and should have basic driving knowledge. Those aged 13 and under are not permitted to ride.
- We highly recommend having international travel insurance, as self-driving activities carry inherent risks that may lead to serious injury. Coverage for such incidents is typically provided only through your personal insurance.
- The quad biking segment is solely the participant's responsibility. Any damage, injuries sustained or items lost during the quad tour are not covered by insurance
- The participant MUST pay the amount for any damages due to the usage of buggy/ATVs.
- All participants must sign an indemnity form before the tour
- For the Sharing Bike option, a minimum of 2 passengers is required. If there is a solo traveler or an odd number of participants in the group, an additional charge will apply
- The duration is approximately 6 hours, including a quad bike tour of around 60 minutes
- Pickup will be 45min prior to your selected departure time. Please be ready at the hotel lobby on time
- Please note that if your skin is sensitive to henna, it is advised not to do it.
- The 11:30 AM time slot includes a lunch buffet but does not feature the Star Gazing or Fire Show, as these are part of the evening program.
- Casual, loose fitting clothing is recommended in the summer, along with a jacket in the winter
- Pick-up timing is subject to change due to the emerging summer heat: 1 hour earlier in the morning and 1 hour later in the afternoon. A notification shall be sent in advance in the case of any change.
- Everything listed in the Inclusions is part of the tour and is covered in the price.
- Camel Ride: Children below 14 years of age cannot ride
- Quad Bike: Children below 14 years cannot ride.
- By participating, you acknowledge and accept that some activities involve inherent risks and unforeseen incidents, and adequate travel and health insurance is strongly recommended for your safety and financial protection. Recommended Age for Self-Driving Activities: Sandboarding: 14-55 years, Quad Biking: 14–55 years. Animal-related activities (company not responsible for uncontrollable natural behaviour of animals): Camel Ride (Recommended age: 14–55 years) Falcon, Horse Riding.
- Helmets & safety gear are highly recommended where applicable, and participation is entirely at your own risk, the company will not be responsible for any accidents, damage, loss, or death from these activities.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Dubai Self-Drive Quad Bike, Camels, Stargazing & 5* BBQ Al Khayma take?
The experience lasts about 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $65 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?
Sandboarding in the red dunes; Arabian Horse Show; Falcon experience “photos”; Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee), and dates; 5* Arabian Buffet with Live BBQ Station & Live local Bread “ Veg and Non Vegetarian are available”; Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour) in the Shisha Area.
Where does it start?
Complimentary pick-up is available from Dubai, Sharjah & Ajman hotels, apartments, and Cruise terminals in Dubai ( Port Rashid ) & Dubai Harbour. Dubai Airport is available from the Holiday Inn Airport hotel. Pickup from Bab Al Shams, Al Maha resort, and Jebel Ali is available…
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 24,902 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Dubai.
Information last checked October 7, 2026. Operated by OceanAir Travels.