6-Hour Dubai Desert Safari in Lahbab Red Dunes with BBQ and 5 Shows

6 Hours Round trip from Your hotel or residence in Dubai Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Dubai's famous Lahbab Red Dunes by 4x4
02 Enjoy 35-40 minutes of thrilling dune bashing
03 Try sandboarding and stop for panoramic desert photos
04 Experience a camel ride and falcon photo opportunity
05 Enjoy a premium BBQ buffet with unlimited soft drinks
06 Watch 5 live desert camp performances in one evening

Escape the city for a 6-hour evening desert safari to Dubai's famous Lahbab Red Dunes. Travel by air-conditioned 4x4 SUV from your hotel or residence and enjoy 35-40 minutes of exciting dune bashing, followed by sandboarding and panoramic desert photo stops with possible sunset views, depending on the season and timing. Continue to a premium desert camp for a short camel ride, a falcon photo opportunity, henna painting, and traditional Arabic dress photos, then relax over a BBQ buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, plus unlimited water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee. The evening ends with 5 live performances including Tanoura, Belly Dance, Fire Show, Khaleeji, and Dabke.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Dubai

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lahbab Red Dunes Safari, Sunset and Premium Desert Camp

Hotel Pickup & Desert Drive
Your safari begins with pickup from your hotel or residence in Dubai in an air-conditioned 4x4 SUV. Relax on the drive toward the famous Lahbab Red Dunes.

Lahbab Red Dunes & Dune Bashing
Arrive at the high red dunes and enjoy approximately 35-40 minutes of exciting dune bashing with an experienced desert safari driver.

Sandboarding & Desert Photos
Stop on the dunes for sandboarding and panoramic photos. Enjoy the desert scenery and capture memorable sunset views when timing and weather allow.

Camel Ride & Desert Experiences
Continue to the desert camp area for a short camel ride, a falcon photo opportunity, henna painting, and traditional Arabic dress photos.

Premium Desert Camp & BBQ Dinner
Relax at the premium camp with comfortable table seating and enjoy a BBQ buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, plus unlimited water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee.

5 Live Entertainment Shows
Enjoy an evening program featuring Tanoura, Belly Dance, Fire Show, Khaleeji, and Dabke performances. Shisha is available in the designated area.

Return to Dubai
After the camp experience, relax during the return journey and enjoy drop-off at your hotel or residence in Dubai.

Approximate tour duration: 6 hours. Pickup time varies seasonally, and the exact time is confirmed before the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Your hotel or residence in Dubai 1 city · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel or residence pickup in Dubai by air-conditioned 4x4 SUV
Scenic drive to the famous Lahbab Red Dunes
35-40 minutes of dune bashing with an experienced safari driver
Sandboarding on the high red dunes
Sunset and panoramic desert photo stop
Short traditional camel ride
Falcon photo opportunity
Henna painting and traditional Arabic dress photo experience
Premium BBQ buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
Unlimited bottled water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee
5 live shows: Tanoura, Belly Dance, Fire Show, Khaleeji, and Dabke
Shisha in the designated camp area
Return transfer and drop-off at your Dubai hotel or residence

What's Not Included

Quad bike and dune buggy rides are optional and available at an additional charge.
Private VIP table or premium seating upgrades, if requested.
Personal expenses and purchases.
Gratuities are optional and not included.
Pickup from Bab Al Shams and Dubai Parks area requires an additional transfer charge.

What to bring

Comfortable closed shoes suitable for walking on sand
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Mobile phone or camera for desert photos
Light jacket during cooler winter evenings

Know before you go

Pickup time varies by season; the exact time will be confirmed before the tour.
Please be ready 15-30 minutes before your confirmed pickup time.
Dune bashing is not recommended for pregnant guests or travelers with serious back, neck, or heart conditions.
Wear comfortable clothing and closed shoes suitable for walking on sand.
Bring a light jacket during cooler winter evenings.
Sandboarding is optional and should be done according to your guide's safety instructions.
Children should be accompanied by an adult during the camel ride.
Quad bike and dune buggy rides are optional and available at an additional charge.
Pickup from Bab Al Shams and Dubai Parks requires an additional transfer charge.
Large luggage is not permitted in safari vehicles.
Some entertainment may be unavailable during Ramadan or UAE religious occasions.