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Dubai Desert Red Dune Half-Day Safari Adventure and BBQ Dinner

Recommended by 90% of travelers

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Dubai Red Dunes Desert Safari, Quad Bike, Camels at Al Khayma

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Overview

Experience the ultimate Dubai desert adventure with a thrilling 4x4 dune bashing ride across the Red Dunes, followed by sandboarding, a short camel ride, and optional quad biking for added excitement. Relax at a Bedouin-style camp with a barbecue buffet dinner, unlimited soft drinks, and traditional activities like henna painting and shisha. End the evening with captivating live entertainment, including Tanoura dancing, belly dancing, and a dazzling fire show.

Engage in thrilling dune bashing across Lahbab’s towering red dunes in a 4x4
Try camel riding, sandboarding, and upgrade with quad biking or dune buggy
Enjoy a barbecue buffet dinner with drinks in a Bedouin-style desert camp
Be entertained by Tanoura dance, belly dancing, and a spectacular fire show

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off by an English-speaking guide in shared FWD
Transfers in a powerful 4x4 vehicle for an authentic dune bashing experience
Optional sandboarding on the red desert dunes with sunset photo stop for unforgettable desert views
Short camel ride to experience traditional Bedouin transport
Traditional Sheesha (hookah) and henna painting for a cultural touch
Welcome snacks, Arabic tea and coffee upon arrival at the desert camp
Delicious buffet dinner with BBQ, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
Unlimited water and soft drinks
Live cultural entertainment featuring Tanoura dance, belly dance, and an exciting fire show

Tips - Not mandatory but any amount is appreciated
Alcoholic Drinks, available with extra charge
Quadbike or ATV Ride for 30 Minutes

$41.00 per person
Falcon Photography

$5.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Pick-Up & Drop-Off Information Complimentary pick-up and drop-off is available from most hotels in Dubai city and from Dubai Port (Cruise Terminal). Shared vehicle pick-up is not available from: Bab Al Shams Nad Al Sheba Dubai Silicon Oasis Motor City Expo City Hotels Jebel Ali Hotels ➤ Guests from these locations can pay extra or upgrade to private transfers (available at an additional cost). Sharjah and Ajman Pick-Up: Pick-up is available from Sharjah and Ajman for an additional charge. Alternatively, guests may choose to meet at a designated Dubai meeting point. Approximate Pick-Up Timings Please note: Pick-up times are subject to change depending on traffic and hotel location. Final timing will be confirmed on the day of your tour. Winter Season (October – February): Between 1:30 PM and 2:00 PM Summer Season (March – September): Between 2:45 PM and 3:30 PM In some areas, pick-up may extend up to 4:00 PM due to traffic or route planning. ➤ During hot summer months, pick-up times may be slightly adjusted. Our team will notify you in advance with your confirmed pick-up time via email or WhatsApp.

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Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
No entertainment or alcohol during Ramadan and official Dry Days as per DTCM rules.
Shared safari tour times are subject to change due to local traffic and road conditions—please stay flexible.
Q1: Are meals included in the desert safari? A: Yes, the tour includes a BBQ dinner buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, along with unlimited soft drinks.
Q2: Is alcohol available during the desert safari? A: Alcoholic beverages can be purchased at the desert camp for an additional fee. However, alcohol is not served during Ramadan or on official Dry Days in compliance with Dubai government and DTCM regulations.

Q3: Can I upgrade to quad biking or dune buggy rides? A: Yes, optional quad biking and dune buggy rides are available at an additional cost. Please inform your local tour operator in advance to reserve your upgrade.
Q: What time does the Dubai Desert Safari start? A: Pickup times usually range between 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM, depending on your hotel location.
Not recommended for wheelchair users
Children must be accompanied by an adult for safety throughout the tour. Infant rates (free of charge) apply if they do not occupy a separate seat.
Children under 3 years old are not allowed to participate in dune bashing and must remain with a parent in the designated waiting area. However, they can join the rest of the activities at the desert campsite.
Infants under 2 ride free but cannot join dune bashing unless in a charged car seat. ID may be required for age verification.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 82 reviews

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Desert Safari

Lucy_C, Jul 2025

We had an amazing experience on the desert safari in Dubai! Our driver was right on time and made the whole trip so much fun, especially during the sand dune bashing. He even offered to take photos for us which was a lovely touch. Dinner was fantastic with a great selection of delicious food, and the entertainment was really enjoyable, the belly dancing and fire show were definite highlights of the night. The desert quad bikes were okay but not as exciting as we expected. It felt a little overpriced for what it was, as it was basically just driving around and around. Overall though, the safari experience itself was incredible and definitely worth doing while in Dubai!

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Dear Lucy, Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review. We’re thrilled to know you had an amazing safari experience, enjoyed the dune bashing, delicious dinner, and captivating entertainment. We also appreciate your feedback about the quad bikes – it helps us improve and refine our offerings. We’re glad the overall adventure left you with lasting memories, and we would be delighted to host you again on your next visit to Dubai. Best Regards

Desert Safari

Dana_W, Jun 2019

We loved the whole experience! Nawaz was a fantastic driver. The camels was short but great. The entertainment at dinner was amazing. We had so much fun.

Some Good / Some Bad

Raul_B, May 2019

Our driver was fantastic. The dunes were a lot of fun. The quads and motorcycle rentals were bad. I wanted to leave the place before I got out of the vehicle. They take you to the middle of nowhere, then try to rent you crappy, child like quads and motorcycles for 3 or 4 times what should. If your bored and just want to have a water or soda and just wait till you can leave, they'll sell you one for $6. The BBQ was horrible. The show wasnt bad. I left the BBQ with a few extra flea bites. The camel ride was for a total of about 50 feet. The people in Dubai are very nice, you will always feel safe, but, if you dont know the going rate of something, they are not adverse to gouging you for as much as they can.