Premium Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner in the Red Dunes
Description
Travel by 4x4 across the deserts of Dubai on this exhilarating 6-hour excursion! Enjoy an adrenaline rush sandboarding down Dubai’s desert dunes. Continue the drive to our Desert campsite where you experience a camel ride and get a henna tattoo! Complete your experience with a visit to our onsite Shawarma station or enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner under the twinkling Arabian stars while watching a traditional tanoura dance performance. It's a must-do experience when visiting Dubai!
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Itinerary
Leave the city behind and venture into the heart of the Arabian Desert in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle. Experience an exhilarating dune bashing adventure across the rolling red sand dunes, with plenty of opportunities to capture stunning desert photographs.
Visit a traditional camel farm to learn about the "Ships of the Desert" and their importance in Bedouin culture. Continue to a scenic spot to witness a spectacular desert sunset, offering breathtaking panoramic views and unforgettable photo opportunities.
Arrive at an authentic Bedouin-style desert camp and receive a warm welcome with Arabic coffee (Gahwa) and fresh dates. Enjoy a short camel ride, try sandboarding on the dunes, get a traditional henna tattoo, and relax with a shisha experience in the designated area.
Savor a delicious BBQ buffet dinner featuring a variety of local and international dishes. Throughout the evening, enjoy spectacular live entertainment, including a colorful Tanoura dance, an exciting fire show, and a captivating belly dance performance under the stars. Sample Menu First course (choose from following selection): • Hummus, green salad with tomatoes and cucumbers, olives, coleslaw and Arabic bread. Second course (choose from following selection): • Lamb chops, marinated chicken, beef burgers, barbequed potatoes, sauteed onions, steamed rice and lentil curry. Third course: • Arabic coffee and dates
After an unforgettable evening of adventure, culture, and entertainment, relax as you are comfortably transferred back to your hotel in Dubai, taking home lasting memories of your Arabian desert experience.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
• Your centrally located Dubai, or Dubai Port Rashid / Dubai Harbour ( cruise terminal) >> Departure time : - • WINTER time ( Oct - Apr ) - Between 14:45pm and 15:15pm approximately • SUMMER time ( May - Sept ) - Between 15:00pm and 15:45pm approximately
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pickup will be in a 4x4 Land Cruiser on sharing basis from different hotels.
- Children aged 5 years and under are not allowed to join the Tour.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Dress code: lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised. Hats are advisable when in direct sunlight.
- Guests visiting the UAE during the Summer months (June – September) are advised that peak daytime temperatures sometimes reach 42 – 45 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels can also exceed 90 percent during this period. We recommend all our guests to take adequate precaution.
- The Dubai desert can get cooler in the evenings during winter, so we recommend you bring a light jacket and closed shoes. Please wear sports shoes for safe sand boarding.
- During the Islamic holidays / Ramadan fasting month,there will be a restriction on live entertainment ( Belly dance , Tanoura dance) and serving alcohol throughout the UAE. Therefore the Safari will be operated without these entertainments and serving of alcohol at the camp site during these days.
- The duration of the actual tour takes 5 – 6 hour but the driving time from Dubai hotel and return may take another 60 – 90 minutes depending on traffic conditions and time of day.
- Separate washroom facilities for men and women at the Camp site. Well maintained Exclusive Desert camp to experience maximum thrill and adventure
- Celebrating special occasions ( Birthday,Wedding etc) we can arranged the cake ,additional charges applicable
- All guests must sign a No Insurance Disclaimer Form for the Quad bike and Buggy experience.
Reviews(2,560)
My experience with the Premium Dubai Desert Safari was amazing! The service was exceptional, the staff were friendly, and everything was perfectly arranged. I truly enjoyed every moment of the desert safari and felt very happy and satisfied. Thanks for Mr, Want to I really appreciate you☺️for your service.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience on the Premium Dubai Desert Safari and that everything was perfectly arranged for you. Your kind words about our team truly mean a lot and will be shared with them. It’s always rewarding to know our guests leave happy and satisfied. We look forward to welcoming you again in Dubai for another memorable experience. Kind regards, Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
The tour with our guide, Mustafa, was excellent - all the way from the punctual pickup, to his extensive knowledge of the desert and animals. I did a similar tour back in 2019 and I would recommend booking the wildlife experience/white dunes experience with Oasis Tours, as the last guide was rather grumpy, whereas Mustafa was very attentive and the tour much longer than the trip to the red dunes near Sharjah. As for animals, there were plenty of Oryx, Gazelles and Flamingos around. 10/10
Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the safari and Mustafa’s guiding. We look forward to welcoming you again. Kind regards, Mr. Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
It was really fun. You get a fun Safari ride, the music is good, you get decent food and the performances are great (fire & belly dancers end the show). Top
Dear 148jured, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Premium Dubai Desert Safari experience—from the exciting dune ride to the lively music, delicious BBQ dinner, and the spectacular performances. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’re delighted that we could make your time in Dubai memorable. We look forward to welcoming you again for more unforgettable experiences with Orient Tours. Kind regards, Mr. Hammad Abbasi Guest Services Manager ORIENT TOURS LLC
All the program was great, the deivers of our group were excellent and helpful. There were 2 pregnant ladies in our group and still we could enjoy a “light” version of the dune safari. Both the program and the meal, together with the general ambient atthe camp were first class, I would definitely recommend the whole pack to anyone visiting Dubai. I have visited several similar programs here in Dubai and there is none worth comparing. Thank you so much! Special thanks to Mr. Jaffre for making our afternoon and evening so pleasant!
Dear tamarapE1608SA, Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a memorable experience — from the thoughtful care of our drivers, especially given the unique needs of your group, to the delightful evening at the camp. Your kind words about Mr. Jaffre warm our hearts — we’ll be sure to pass them on. It means a lot to know that our desert safari, the light dune ride, the meal, and the atmosphere all came together to create something first class for you. Thank you for recommending our full package; we're honored to be your top choice in Dubai. We sincerely appreciate your high marks and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future, in some of our highly rated tours and safari’s. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
We had a very good experience and enjoyed the safari very much. Evening camp experience with various entertainmening dance shows were outstanding. Our guide Nithin was very experienced and gave us clear instructions. I recommend this premium desert safari with Orient tours is a must have experience.
Dear Pioneer41284093131 Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a very good experience on the safari and loved the evening camp — the dance shows are definitely a highlight! It’s great to know that Nitin guided you with such expertise and clarity. Your recommendation means a lot, and we’d be honored to welcome you back anytime for another unforgettable desert adventure. 🌟🏜️ We sincerely appreciate your high marks and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future, in some of our highly rated tours and safari’s. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
Excellent tour, exceptional 4x4 experience done by our expert driver Nitin. Highly recommended. Will definitely come back with our kids soon.
Dear 590alvinm, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Nitin’s expertise made the 4x4 experience exceptional. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back soon—and we’re sure your kids will love the adventure just as much! 🚙✨ We sincerely appreciate your high marks and hope to welcome you back for more memorable experiences in the future, in some of our highly rated tours and safari’s. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
Great tour with Nitin, he explained everything to us. We liked desert the best. Mountains and Nienenfarm an exciting experience 😀 We can only recommend the tour.
Sehr geehrter DayTrip39506304720, Vielen Dank für Ihr wunderbares Feedback! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Ihnen die Tour mit Nitin gefallen hat und dass seine Erklärungen dazu beigetragen haben, das Erlebnis lebendig zu machen. Es ist toll, dass die Wüste, die Berge und die Nienenfarm einen so starken Eindruck auf Sie gemacht haben. Wir wissen Ihre Empfehlung sehr zu schätzen und hoffen, Sie bald wieder zu einem weiteren Abenteuer begrüßen zu dürfen! 😀🌵⛰️ Wir freuen uns sehr über Ihre gute Bewertung und hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei einem unserer hoch bewerteten Touren und Safaris begrüßen zu dürfen, um Ihnen weitere unvergessliche Erlebnisse zu bieten. Mit freundlichen Grüßen, Herr Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
Nitin our driver did his best and explained everything and responded to questions. He pointed out to us all the animals that made it to see sunrise beautiful and and and afterwards there was a breakfast. Thank you.
Liebe Iris Isabella F, vielen Dank für Ihr nettes Feedback! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Nitin Ihnen ein angenehmes und informatives Erlebnis bereitet hat. Es ist wunderbar, dass Sie so viele Tiere beobachten und einen so schönen Sonnenaufgang genießen konnten. Wir freuen uns auch, dass Ihnen das anschließende Frühstück geschmeckt hat. Ihre freundlichen Worte bedeuten uns sehr viel und wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen! 🌅🦁 Wir bedanken uns herzlich für Ihre gute Bewertung und hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei einem unserer hoch bewerteten Touren und Safaris begrüßen zu dürfen, um Ihnen weitere unvergessliche Erlebnisse zu bieten. Mit freundlichen Grüßen, Herr Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
Our driver Nitan showed us native animals and drove with us safely through the dunes - this ride was an interesting experience for me - we experienced a very impressive sunrise - thanks Nitan
Lieber oliverxyz, vielen Dank, dass Sie Ihre Erfahrungen mit uns geteilt haben! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass Nitan Ihre Wüstentour zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis gemacht hat, indem er Ihnen die lokale Tierwelt gezeigt und Sie sicher durch die Dünen geführt hat. Einen so beeindruckenden Sonnenaufgang zu erleben, ist wirklich ein magischer Moment, und wir freuen uns, dass Sie ihn genießen konnten. Wir werden Ihre freundlichen Worte auf jeden Fall an Nitan weiterleiten – er wird sich sehr darüber freuen. Nochmals vielen Dank und wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen, um weitere unvergessliche Momente zu erleben! Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
Great tour - thanks Nitel! It didnt feel touristy as we were the only ones in the desert. The snacks and breakfast were also a nice touch.
Dear 376amiral, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Nitel. Experiencing the desert with no crowds truly makes the adventure feel special, and we’re glad it didn’t feel touristy for you. We’re also happy to know that the snacks and breakfast added a nice touch to your experience. Best Regards, Mr. Mohsin Ahmed Khan Orient Tours LLC
