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Dubai Desert Quad Bike Tour (1 Hour) BBQ , Camel Ride & 5 Shows

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

6 to 7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Skip the Dubai party scene for an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) desert experience with a barbecue dinner and live entertainment. Unlike similar desert outings, this experience allows travelers a full one hour for independent ATV sessions and includes three live performances: belly dancing, Tanura dancing, and a fire show. In addition, it includes a short camel ride, henna tattoo sessions, sandboarding, and a barbecue dinner.

A desert safari with 1-hour self-driven ATV session
Camel rides, henna tattoo sessions, sandboarding, and live entertainment
Barbecue dinner with vegetarian options available
Round-trip transportation from anywhere in Dubai or Sharjah

What's Included

Dubai / Sharjah pickup: Hotel/residence pick-up in AC 4x4 for your desert adventure
Lahbab Red Dunes: Arrive at Dubai’s famous red dunes for the best desert views
60-min quad bike: Self-drive quad biking in Red Dunes for 1 hour—follow the Desert Marshal trails
Sandboarding: Experience the thrill of sandboarding down the soft slopes of the red dunes.
Photo Stop: Capture memorable moments with stunning views during a scenic photo stop at sunset.
Camel Ride: Experience a camel ride, exploring the desert landscape from a unique perspective.
Premium Camp transfer: Relax on the drive to a luxury Premium Desert Camp setup
BBQ + 5 live shows: Dinner under stars with Tanoura, Belly, Fire, Khaleeji & Dabke
Dubai drop-off: Comfortable return drop-off to your original pickup location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up from your Location in Dubai / Sharjah. Kindly note: Pick-up from locations outside Dubai city limits, such as Bab Al Shams, will incur an additional transportation charge.

Itinerary

Dubai

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Lahbab

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Al Awir

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Instant booking confirmation after purchase
Shared desert safari experience (pickup/drop-off in a 4×4; seating is on a sharing basis)
Seating is assigned by our office based on pickup locations, kids/baby seat needs, and prior requests to ensure smooth routing
If you have any special seating requests, please inform us in advance and we will do our best to accommodate (subject to availability)
Moderate fitness recommended
Eat light 2–3 hours before dune bashing to reduce motion sickness
Travel and medical insurance is strongly recommended, especially for self-driving quad biking
Quad bike is self-drive and fully at the participant’s responsibility; damages, injuries, or lost items are not covered
Safety briefing before the quad ride; helmets and required safety gear must be worn at all times

Quad riding route is in a designated area; driving outside the track is not allowed
Recommended quad bike driving age: 16+ (younger guests can ride only where permitted and/or with adult supervision, per operator rules)
Licensed safari captains and insured 4×4 vehicles with key safety features: seat belts, roll bars, GPS tracking, and first aid kit
Wear closed sports shoes for quad biking and sandboarding (no slippers)
Dress comfy: light clothing in summer; bring a jacket for winter evenings
Bring sunglasses and a scarf/bandana for sand and wind protection
Camel ride: children under 12 must ride with an adult
Henna is optional; avoid if you have sensitive skin
UAE safety rules: pregnant guests, infants under 3, and guests with back, neck, or heart conditions cannot join dune bashing
Pickup is within 45 minutes before your selected time; summer timings may shift for safety and you will be notified
Ramadan note: some entertainment may be limited depending on regulations
Weather dependent: if canceled, you can reschedule or receive a full refund
Please inform us in advance about pregnancy, recent injuries, medical conditions, or mobility concerns for the safest setup
Please keep personal belongings secure; the desert environment may involve dust and vibration during the ride
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

4.9

based on 106 reviews

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Rude Guide, most of the time was in the car, and activities not what you think

Michael_H, Jan 2026

If you’re wondering if you should book this tour, the answer is no. If you’re wondering why, read on: Abdullah picked us up and we were crammed into the third row of an SUV. Me and my friend are both well over 6 feet tall, so this was incredibly uncomfortable for what turned out to be a ~2 hour drive each way. Abdullah always seemed to be in a massive hurry, honking, tailgating, and swerving throughout the bumpy ride. When we finally arrived at our first stop (ATVs), Abdullah just kept barking orders such as “You Go Now. Hurry! Not fast enough!” It was like we were cattle. The falcon picture was him shoving kids out of the way so we could take about 10 seconds for a picture before he starting barking at us again to get to the ATVs. ATVs by far were the best part, and our ATV guide (different than Abdullah) was great. Amazing experience! After that we were loaded back in the car and drove another ~60 minutes for the “dinner show.” When we got there Abdullah asked if anyone wanted to ride a camel, and then got annoyed when we said yes (that was part of the package). The camel ride lasted all of 10 seconds (I’m not exaggerating), just enough time for them so snap a picture to try to sell you later. The dinner show was a disappointment. It had a very low-budget corporate feel and the performances felt like something you could learn on YouTube in a day. I’m not trying to sound pessimistic here…but it was bad. The food was decent though, it was buffet style. There were probably ~300 people there from all different types of groups. I thought it was a small group in the desert, so maybe I was mistaken about that. But either way, disappointing from what I expected. The entire day I kept thinking “Wow how was this 5 stars??” My answer came when Abdullah was putting air back in the tires after off-roading. Since I was in the third row and the trunk was open, he came around back and sent me a WhatsApp message with review links and said “I sent you link. Review now please. 5 stars only.” I was tired and not about to leave a 5 stars only review, so I said I would do it later. He barked back “No, you do it now! 5 stars.” This went back and forth for a few more times while he grew more aggressive, before I firmly told him I was not leaving a review and he needed to leave me alone. While he was driving, I saw him delete the message from WhatsApp that had the review links in them. It’s too bad for him I could still find them…There was a lot of traffic and it took us another 90 minutes to get home. If you have another guide it would certainly be better. Abdullah was the rudest person we encountered on our entire 2 week long Dubai trip. But even with a different guide, this was a long time crammed in the third row of an SUV for a very sub-par experience, save the ATVs (which, like I said, were a blast)! I wouldn’t trust the other reviews, given they were almost certainly written under duress. I would look elsewhere.

Great Family Fun!!

ciaran_m, Jan 2026

Great day with Saleem, punctual collection, fun quad biking & camel riding. Excellent food & entertainment at Desert Camp. Traffic leaving camp chaotic but all round value for money day trip in Dubai.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great day with Saleem, enjoying the quad biking, camel riding, and excellent food and entertainment at the Desert Camp. We appreciate your understanding regarding traffic and are thrilled that you found the experience great value for money.

Amazing Tour with Great Food

Adil_Z, Sep 2024

I had an incredible experience with Saeed as our tour guide. The entire tour was fantastic, the food was delicious, and every moment was thoroughly enjoyable. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Dear Mr. Adil, It’s wonderful to hear that Saeed made your experience incredible! The delicious food and enjoyable moments must have made the tour unforgettable. Thanks for the high recommendation!

Best tour

Antoine_R, Jun 2024

Amazing tour with memorable moments. Big thanks to our guide Faisal Ahmed who made our trip perfect. He was very professionnal. Our guide chose the best spots for dune bashing and quad in open desert with red dunes. We highly recommend this tour with desert fun tourism, you won’t regret.

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that your tour with Faisal Ahmed was amazing and memorable. It's great to know that he made your trip perfect with his professionalism and by choosing the best spots for dune bashing and quad biking in the open desert. Your recommendation & greatly appreciated, and we're delighted that you had such a fantastic time.

Variety of Desert Activities

SohaMcClure, Mar 2023

My boys and I loved the quad ride for an hour. The tent had various activities, too. The shows were amazing.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Dear guest, We are thrilled that you enjoyed the various aspects of the tour.Your recognition of our efforts motivates us to continue delivering memorable and enriching experiences for our valued clients. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your support and trust in our services. Best Regards Team AE