Dubai Desert Safari - Premium BBQ Dinner, Camel Ride & Shows
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- 7 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable full-day journey across the Red Dunes of Dubai. Choose between a shared or private 4WD adventure, with an exclusive VIP table upgrade available. Experience the thrill of a roughly 45-minute dune-bashing ride before stopping at a scenic vantage point for photos of the sunset. Try sandboarding for added fun, then continue to a desert camp where a BBQ buffet dinner awaits. Be captivated by live entertainment, including belly dancing, fire shows, and a mesmerizing Tanura (folk dance) performance.
- Relax at a Bedouin-style camp, where a BBQ buffet dinner is served
- Pack in plenty of fun: Enjoy several activities on just one tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for a hassle-free day
- Experience a thrilling dune-bashing experience in a 4WD
What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off in a 4x4 vehicle (shared or private)
- Licensed safari guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- 45-minute dune bashing in Lahbab Desert
- Sandboarding experience
- Short camel ride (approx. 2–3 mins, repeatable)
- Photo stop at highest dunes
- Arabic snacks, coffee, and dates
- Buffet BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Live cultural shows: Tanoura, fire, and belly dance
- Standard or private table with service, based on selected option
- Bottled water and soft drinks
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Shisha at the table (available with extra charge)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
Complimentary pickup included from any Dubai hotel and accommodation up to 45 mins before tour
Itinerary
Dive into a world of adventure and culture on a full-day desert safari which combines natural beauty, thrilling activities, and traditional entertainment.
Your journey starts with hotel pickup in a 4WD vehicle, followed by a scenic drive to the Lahbab Desert. Along the way, enjoy fascinating insights about Dubai's history, landmarks, and culture from your guide.
Arriving at the desert, enjoy a short break while preparing for an exhilarating ride. You can also opt for a quad biking session for extra fun before hitting the dunes.
Once your vehicle is ready, get ready for a roughly 45-minute dune-bashing ride in a 4WD vehicle, followed by a stop at the highest dune for a stunning photo op. Try sandboarding the slopes for extra fun.
The sunset over the desert is a sight to behold, perfect for capturing lasting memories.
Then, head to a Bedouin camp to indulge in the flavors of the desert with Arabic coffee, dates, and sweet fried dough. The camp offers several activities, including camel rides, henna art, and photo ops with falcons.
As night falls, enjoy a hearty BBQ buffet with kebabs, fresh salads, and local dishes, accompanied by lively performances such as belly dancing.
For an elevated experience, choose the VIP upgrade.
End the evening with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel.
Your journey starts with hotel pickup in a 4WD vehicle, followed by a scenic drive to the Lahbab Desert. Along the way, enjoy fascinating insights about Dubai's history, landmarks, and culture from your guide.
Arriving at the desert, enjoy a short break while preparing for an exhilarating ride. You can also opt for a quad biking session for extra fun before hitting the dunes.
Once your vehicle is ready, get ready for a roughly 45-minute dune-bashing ride in a 4WD vehicle, followed by a stop at the highest dune for a stunning photo op. Try sandboarding the slopes for extra fun.
The sunset over the desert is a sight to behold, perfect for capturing lasting memories.
Then, head to a Bedouin camp to indulge in the flavors of the desert with Arabic coffee, dates, and sweet fried dough. The camp offers several activities, including camel rides, henna art, and photo ops with falcons.
As night falls, enjoy a hearty BBQ buffet with kebabs, fresh salads, and local dishes, accompanied by lively performances such as belly dancing.
For an elevated experience, choose the VIP upgrade.
End the evening with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel.
1
Dubai
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Lahbab
5 hours • Admission Ticket Free
3
Dubai
50 minutes • 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
- All our 4x4 vehicles are fully insured and equipped with essential safety features, including roll bars, seat belts, GPS tracking, and a first aid kit.
- Our safari guides are licensed and trained professionals with special permits for driving in the Red Dunes desert.
- This 7-hour tour includes travel time, pickup, and drop-off to and from your hotel/ accommodation.
- Infants under 3 years and pregnant women are not allowed to take part in this activity.
- Falcons may not be available at the camp during hotter months (mainly in July & August).
- The camp features designated areas for Shisha smoking. An additional charge would apply if Shisha required at the tables.
- Limited Henna designs are free — custom designs which take longer time to draw and will be additionally charged.
- Vegetarian options are available at a buffet dinner.
- The tour program is subject to change in case of any religious dates/holy month (e.g. Ramadan, Eid, etc.). Music, belly dance shows and alcohol may be cancelled on such Islamic religious dates.
- 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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Featured review
Clayton_L
Was only in the UAE for two days, and this was absolutely the highlight. Our guide, Muhammad, was fantastic - he made it so much fun, pointed out highlights and provided background as we went, and was an excellent driver. Highly recommend the experience, and Muhammad!
Reviews
4.8
based on 330 reviews
Victoria_A, Oct 2025
BEWARE!!!! Do not BOOK this excursion !!!!
Driver arrived in an old SUV. It was full to capacity, so my party of 3 had to sit in the very back with very little air-conditioning. I was sweltering with heat exhaustion and it was an hour drive to desert.
Driver was a bit inconsiderate and drove like a crazy man . My husband was car sick from all the turns … worst excursion ever . We needed up leaving early and did not see the BBQ or show
HUSAIN_K, Apr 2025
Excellent services as the driver and overall route experience was excellent. The events also were good, for could have been little better
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Hi HUSAIN_K,
Greetings from Dream Journey
We are very appreciative of you for taking the time to share your experience with us, and we're glad you enjoyed the tour. Thank you very much, and we hope to see you again soon!
Kind Regards
Dream Journey
Clayton_L, Nov 2023
Was only in the UAE for two days, and this was absolutely the highlight. Our guide, Muhammad, was fantastic - he made it so much fun, pointed out highlights and provided background as we went, and was an excellent driver. Highly recommend the experience, and Muhammad!
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you very much! We are delighted that you enjoyed the tour. We appreciate you for sharing your experiences with us. We hope to see you again soon!
KENYA_A, Oct 2023
Concerns: Company was aware they were fourteen adults taking part in this
event. The company provided two (2) SUV’s. We had adult pinched in the third-
row seat of which is typically not a seat three adults can sit comfortably, giving a
45mintues drive from the hotel to the initial stop. The driver seemed to be rushing
the guest during the sand ski and photos because they were 30 minutes late and
one of the drivers literally almost turn over one of the SUVs with the passenger in
it.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take all feedback seriously and will work to improve our tour based on your comments.
shelleygaughan, Jun 2023
Wonderful experience , the quad biking and live shows were the best part! It’s a must do for Dubai. Our tour guide was amazing and great fun
Response from Host, Jun 2023
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our tour. Thank you for your review and for choosing us!
Shefqet_Z, Jan 2023
Great experience! Our tour guide Ismail was very knowledgeable and friendly and constantly made sure we were comfortable and pleased. Pickup and drop off were as expected and our tour guide constantly communicated with us. This is an experience that can’t be missed when in Dubai and this particular tour was excellent!
Response from Host, Jan 2023
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your experience. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you a lot!
Alison_K, Oct 2022
A wonderful tour to experience 1001 Arabian nights: dunes and camel rides are definitely something!
Well organized, the guides are experienced drivers as you very much need it to drive in the desert. Would definitely recommend
Response from Host, Oct 2022
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you so much!
Michael_H, Apr 2022
Had a superb driver who brought the experience to life for us. Really enjoyed the dune driving. And our driver went out of his way to maximise great photo opportunities.
Response from Host, Oct 2022
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us, and we're delighted you enjoyed the tour. Thank you so much, and we hope to see you again soon!
Wayne_J, Feb 2022
Awesome tour led by a highly competent driver guide, Najeed. Exceptional driving skills in the dunes. Overall a wonderful experience. Blend of adventure and culture
Peter_K, Dec 2021
We had a very good time on this trip. The dune bashing was very exciting, and our guide was very professional. The desert was even more beatiful than we expected and the temperature (December) was also very bearable. You better pack a light sweater, because it gets cold in the evening, come dinnertime.
Bernadette_B, Dec 2021
Everything was great
The driver Ayub was great, very patient and always looking for the best stop to take photos
The BBQ food was excellent very organized for so many people,
Also the show was good
Daniel_J, Dec 2021
My wife and I enjoyed however there were too many people in one vehicle,
We had good seats but others every unhappy especially sitting in the middle seat and expecting older people to climb into the back third row.
MikiMazzer, Dec 2021
Despite coming to Dubai for the past 15 year I never took the time to go to the desert. I finally went with my family and it was a great experience. We opted for a private car and we were so lucky to snatch the best possible Driver Asfee. Asfee not only was a great driver/guide but he also was attentive and willing to help out. His english really good and very perdonable. The ride was so much fun and the view of the desert at sunset amazing. The camp site experience was fine and food could be improved. Overall a great experience thanks to Asfee and nature!
Laura_S, Apr 2021
The dune bashing was fun (although some people in my car got sick) and I especially liked the sandsurfing and fotos in the dunes. Our guide Mr. Brown took great pictures of us!
The camel ride was short but could have been repeated, but it also really was just done by the tour for the pictures.
The camp was ok, the food was ok (I didn‘t try the meat since I don‘t eat it but great variety of salads). The show was really good, but shot. Overal the camp experience felt a Little rushed though.
I would recommend it but don‘t expect too much or a unique experience.
Mr. Brown was a great guide though!
Response from Host, May 2021
Dear Laura_S,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are so happy that you liked our tour as well as our guide Brown's assistance. We are working continuously to improve our services in order to provide you the best desert safari experience and we are really glad that we've reached your expectations.
Don't forget to tag us on Instagram/FB with your awesome photos! #dreamjourneyae
Thank you for choosing Dream Journey. We look forward to have you again on your next visit.
Regards,
Dream Journey
garlasm505, Feb 2020
Driver was good and professional, car clean and comfortable.
Evening event at the camp was very poor with people trying to sell any kind of rubbish, food terrible
James_W, Feb 2020
The Tour was fantastic! The food at the Bedouin Camp was great, and the entertainment was good. The desert sand activities were fun and very unique. The guide was with us the entire time and was very good!
tbills2000, Feb 2020
Abass was our guide on this tour and it was AMAZING! I would consider it a must do if you are in Dubai. The dune bashing was the best part and worth the cost. I would recommend this tour and try to get Abass if you can!
Ana_G, Jan 2020
We were on a 4-hour dune safari. Great driver. Very cool adventure! The guide was very polite and helpful.
CHIHONG_W, Oct 2019
We all enjoyed the activities arranged in the trip , our guide Mr Brown is experienced and helpful, thanks
ARASH_R, Jan 2019
Me and my newly engaged girlfriend enjoyed this trip very much!! It started off a bit slow, and had a messy moment during the pick-up, but once it started, it had everything - with the only disappointment that we were picked up as the last couple of three, and those we were forced to sit in the very back of the car/truck. I can for sure let everyone know that it is a different feeling sitting in the far back compared to the other seats, but we weren't able to decide upon that so I guess that was just some bad luck for us. Anyway, nice ambience during the night, nice tours in the desert, and the food was also great. They also managed to wrap together all that they promised. We would very much recommend this trip to anyone that travels to Dubai. It is magical and totally worth the money!
Sbastien_B, Nov 2023
Excellente sortie dans les dunes avec le prestataire local Dream Journey.
Le chauffeur vient nous récupérer devant l’hôtel ensuite direction le désert de sable rouge à 1h du centre de Dubai.
Après le tour dans les dunes en 4x4 photos au coucher de soleil et snowboard dans les dunes.
Repas dans un camp situé dans le désert. Le show est super (cracheur de feu, danseurs,…)
N’hésitez à prendre la formule premium pour avoir une table perso et être servis table.
Notre guide Bishy était au top, agréable et bienveillant tout le long de la prestation.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Thank you very much! We are delighted that you enjoyed the tour. We appreciate you for sharing your experiences with us. we hope to see you soon!
Laura_S, Dec 2021
Safari au top, magnifique !
Notre guide Najeeb super gentil et il nous a fait de magnifiques photos !
Merci !!
Sylvie_R, Jun 2021
Ali a été un guide parfait. excellent pilote dans les dunes, un photographe extraordinaire. Nous rentrons avec de magnifiques photos de cette aventure dans le désert.
Initiation au surf sur le sable !
Balade à dos de chameau 😂
Le repas était très bon et très copieux et le spectacle de qualité.
Je recommande cette expérience.
Response from Host, Jun 2021
Dear Sylvie_R,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We are so happy that you liked our tour as well as our guide Ali's assistance. We are working continuously to improve our services in order to provide you the best desert safari experience and we are really glad that we've reached your expectations.
Don't forget to tag us on Instagram/FB with your awesome photos! #dreamjourneyae
Thank you for choosing Dream Journey. We look forward to have you again on your next visit.
Regards,
Dream Journey
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