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Dubai Desert Safari, Dune Bashing, Camel Ride, Sandboarding & BBQ

Recommended by 98% of travelers

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

High interest

Booked 5+ times today.

6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Mirla_C ·

Jul 2026

Everything was perfectly organized from pickup to drop-off. The dune bashing was exciting, the sunset views were breathtaking, and the BBQ dinner was delicious. The staff were friendly and professional, making the whole experience enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Dubai!

· karen_h ·

Aug 2026

For my daughter to say best day of her life, tells you something about this trip. Everyone is attentive, helpful and gracious. The sand Dunes great, but 6 females in a car, lots of screams. Great to do the quad bikes. Just everything great, and the show, but the wine very expansive. £70 for a bottle of Rose! But it is a great experience.

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Overview

Immerse yourself in the Dubai desert without worrying about driving yourself to the sands or the complexities of booking different activities. With this safari, you’ll experience the classic desert adventures and an evening at a Bedouin-inspired camp, all served up for you. Travel to the Lahbab desert, ride its red dunes by 4WD, camel, and sandboard; and then savor a barbecue-buffet dinner, live shows, and more at the camp as the sun sets.

Desert sports and BBQ safari with hotel transfers from Dubai and Sharjah
Experience the sports, beauty, and customs of the desert in a single outing
4WD dune bash, sandboarding, camel ride, and evening at desert camp
Includes sunset photos, BBQ-buffet, dance shows, henna body art, and more

Sample Menu

Starter

Fritters Shawarma Falafel

Main

Green salad Pasta or Chicken Tikka with an Assortment of Sides

Dessert

Fresh Fruit or Rice Pudding

What's Included

4x4 Pickup & Drop-off
Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & Sandboarding
Live Shows: Fire, Tanura & Belly Dance
BBQ Dinner (Veg & Non-Veg)
Arabic Traditional Costume Photography
Refreshment (Coffee, Tea, Soft Drinks, Water, Qahwa)

Vip Sitting Area (it can be arranged with the help of guide)
Quad Biking & Buggy Riding (it can be arranged with the help of guide)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick all travelers from their location either they are in Dubai or Sharjah. Only you need to provide us your pick up & drop off location.

Itinerary

Lahbab

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Al Awir

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infant seats available

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 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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Featured review

Raili_M

I highly recommend our guide Ali Basra. The best part of the whole day was the desert safari and the beautiful sunset in the desert. The guide took beautiful and professional pictures of us. We also enjoyed the camel ride and the evening program. Very nice, intelligent and friendly guide. I recommend.

Reviews

4.9

based on 3,785 reviews

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Definitely recommend

Karly_S, Sep 2026

Our driver was an excellent guide and very kind. The activities were fun and he took a lot of photos for us. The show was GREAT!! Just be careful once you arrive to the location... the head wraps, the falcon, camel ride w photos, buying the pictures.. ALL of it costs extra!! They will start giving it all and then ask for money after.

The Desert

Phoebe_R, Sep 2026

Anyone going should wear light pants cause if the wind blows that sand can sting your legs. It was nice

Desert Safari

Joshua_W, Aug 2026

We were with our driver Gauhar Ali, he was patient and took great photos of us in the desert. Skilled driver and overall such a fun and unique experience. The food was amazing and one of our best highlights of our Dubai trip. Highly recommend

Amazing Experience

Beatriz_P, Aug 2026

We absolutely loved it! It was incredible. Our guide, Waheed Afridi, was super attentive and kind. We loved the experience! Book your tour here — you won’t regret it! ❤️

Great Experience

Philippe_V, Aug 2026

We had a great time at the safari, it was a great experience. We also got very nice professional pictures of our trip

Best day ever

karen_h, Aug 2026

Inam you're the best!

LOUISE_M, Aug 2026

This was mine and my friends best day in Dubai by far. Inam was amazing and we couldn't have asked for a better tour guide, he was lovely and we chatted about our lives and felt really welcomed. He kept us safe and very informed throughout the whole trip. The trip was insane, the shows, the food, the sandboarding and the car ride was all amazing. Thank you.

Service was poor.

Zafrullah_A, Aug 2026

The tour operator picked up additional people and not enough space to sit in the car. Especially when you are doing sand dunes, it should be free and comfortable to sit in the car. Car service was extremely bad. Other than that the driver Abdul was helpful and knowledgeable about Dubai and the activities. I would recommend to make sure not to accommodate more people and cramp them in the car.

Fantastic Desert Safari Experience – Ask for Ali!

Kwaile_L, Aug 2026

An Amazing Desert Safari Experience with Ali! We had such a wonderful experience on the Dubai Desert Safari! From the dune bashing and camel ride to sandboarding and the BBQ, everything was enjoyable and well organised. A special thank you to our guide, Ali, who was absolutely fantastic. He was very friendly, helpful and professional throughout the entire tour. He made sure we were comfortable, assisted us whenever we needed help, and really contributed to making the experience memorable. If you’re looking for a fun and memorable desert safari in Dubai, I highly recommend this experience — and if you get Ali as your guide, you’re definitely in good hands!

A great experience

Carlton_C, Aug 2026

We had a great time and our guide Waheed was excellent and was a great driver and he was very polite and friendly and treated me and my family wirh the up moat respect and made sure we had the best experience

Dune bashing

Evelyn_O, Aug 2026

It was a beautiful experience, the kids and I enjoyed every bit of the tour. Our tour guide was absolutely phenomenal. He made sure we were comfortable, acted very professionally throughout the tour. I would definitely recommend him .

Highly recommend it.

Uou, Aug 2026

It was a wonderful experience for our family of 5. Ahtisham was an excellent host. He made sure at every step of the safari tour that we were comfortable and at the same time enjoyed the thrill of activities. From little ones to us adults, we all enjoyed the Desert Safari a lot. Definitely a unique Desert evening, highly recommend. Thank you.

A MUST when you visit...

Ola_I, Aug 2026

A MUST when you visit Dubai, we had endless fun it was easily a 10/10 and perfect for a family trip!!

Mixed emotions

Diana_A, Aug 2026

I liked some and disliked some. I felt really scared speeding off the dunes. I got so uncomfortable that I asked the driver to let me out and ride with the other passengers only but he didn't. Perhaps guesta should be asked in advance if they are risk takers or not, and be split in groups accordingly. The tour was run with a strong intent to sell more activities throughout the day which weren't cheap. The dancing show was very nice and I really enjoyed it. The food was good but the people that didn't pay for premium seating had to wait past 8 pm to get food even though it didn't have to be that way. The regular food was served in a totally different tent so waiting didn't make much sense. Smoking in the vehicle should be forbidden by the guests and driver even when the driver is using the vehicle in private. The smoke penetrates the interior and it's very inconsiderate to people with breathing problems.

Good ride with hidden expenses

Madhu_d, Aug 2026

Our driver was friendly and did a great job during the desert safari. However, if you’re tall, be prepared for a tight ride. We were seated in the back of the SUV, and it was very cramped and uncomfortable for the duration of the drive. The dune bashing itself was exciting and well done, but I would not recommend it for anyone with back pain or other spine issues, as it can be quite rough. Be aware of the extra charges once you arrive. The BBQ dinner costs 50 AED per person, and there are additional fees for activities like camel rides and ATV rides. Even something as simple as having the traditional headscarf tied costs 50 AED per person. Since there were two of us, we ended up spending around 300 AED on these extras. It felt like the tour operators and activity vendors worked together to encourage additional spending. Overall, the safari ride was enjoyable because of the driver’s skill, but the cramped seating and constant upselling took away from the overall experience. Go prepared for the extra costs and avoid this tour if you have back problems.

Awesome desert experience

Susanne_G, Aug 2026

Awesome experience. Sand bugging was cool and camel riding was great. Our guide Gauhar Ali was fantastic

The greatest experience

Shanel_B, Jul 2026

What an amazing experience! We had the greatest guide name Ahtisham. He took care of us from making sure we had alot of water, keep us cool, and even making sure we was taking the best pictures. First atvs was supposed to be 30 mins but the guide let us ride for a hour which was great. Second you can do the camel ride for 10 minutes. Third is the falcon which is extra which we did. Then dune bashing which is so much fun. After that sandboarding which was great to watch because I'm not crazy lol. We came back for BBQ the food was delicious. There was dancers, fire eaters, music and etc. please take plenty of photos. If you get Ahtisham you are in great hands he has 7 years experience also. Great man.

The activity everyone must do

Caroline_M, Jul 2026

Ahtisham, our guide picked us at 4pm. He took us to the desert. It was one hour drive. We got a break at a spot where we got a chance to drive the quad bike in desert. It was first time driving in the desert and it was an absolute fun. Then we went for dune bashing and did the sand board inside the desert. The safari was full of adventure with the fascinating views sunset. Then we went to camp where we have the dinner and saw the belly dance and fire show and some others also. Everything was perfectly managed and worked smoothly. The guide was humble well trained and extremely professional. He took extreme care of us and make sure no one overcharged us for anything extra. He stayed with us the whole time. He was extra caring and very gentle and polite. I will definitely recommend with this company and this guide. Totally worth it.

Amazing Desert Safari Experience!

Mirla_C, Jul 2026

The guide was very good...

Leah_M, Jul 2026

The guide was very good and attentive to our needs. The car was also in great condition and our driver was very skilled and knowledgeable.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you sincerely for sharing your valuable feedback and experience with us. We are truly delighted that you enjoyed your tour with Dubai Desert Ride. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are continuously working to further enhance our services to provide you with the finest experiences. We would be glad if you share your memorable moments and tag us on Instagram or Facebook using #DubaiDesertRide. Thank you once again for choosing Dubai Desert Ride. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit. Warm regards, Dubai Desert Ride

lots of fun!

Steven_A, Jul 2026

Lots of fun! Great guide! Riding in the sand dunes was great. The only negative was when we booked the tour we were not told we would be in the car with others, so by the time they picked us up, we were put in the back. I'm nearly 6 feet tall and was basically hitting my head on the roof. other than that, it was fanrastic

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Great experience and amazing operator Ali

Het_S, Jul 2026

Great guy "Gauhar Ali". He made sure my experience of this booking is memorable. Will definitely visit again. Ali was helpful from start to finish. My hotel dosent come in pickup zone but he travelled to my hotel to pick me up. Very attentive and accurate. All experience was amazing.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Recommend!!

Andy_L, Jun 2026

The experience is actually very worth the price you pay. We were picked up at around 4:15 and it took us around an hour to get to the desert. We did all the fun activities: dune bashing, 30min rtv ride(have to pay), short camel ride, sandboarding, barbecue dinner, and dance/fire shows. Our guide Ahtisham was very nice. Had a blast.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Amazing experience!!!!!

Rhiannon_A, Jun 2026

It's worth the money and time! This was the highlight of our trip! Buffet was delish, & entertainment

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Awesome driving through...

david_r, May 2026

Awesome driving through the dunes on a quad bike. Food banquet options very good and enjoyed the shows on stage during the dinnner. Dancing and fire spinning etc.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Very touristic

Corine_V, May 2026

Very touristic!! Guide was very good but long time waiting for diner.. without anything to do.. loosing time!! Many activities with sup

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Wonderful Desert Experience

Narelle_A, May 2026

Drivers are very well trained and our driver Hussain was great and ensured that we had a safe and amazing time. The dune bashing and desert sunset were the highlights of our day.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Best time ever!

Sarah_M, Mar 2026

This was such a fun excursion! Abdul was amazing. The 4×4 in the desert, the sand surfing and the dune bashing were so much fun. You must do this in Dubai!!

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Everyone's on safari

Andrew_O, Mar 2026

Minus: Everyone is brought to a place where you are required to rent a quad bike or car and, for an extra fee, ride around the sand for an hour. Or wait an hour while others ride. Plus: The encounter with the sands leaves a pleasant impression.