United Arab Emirates · Desert Adventure

5-Hour Dubai Desert Safari with Red Dunes and BBQ Dinner

5 Hours Round trip from Dubai - United Arab Emirates Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience the thrill of dune bashing across Dubai's towering red dunes
  • 02 Capture sunset desert photos in traditional Arabic costumes
  • 03 Enjoy a short camel ride and sandboarding in the desert
  • 04 Savor a BBQ dinner buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
  • 05 Watch live belly dance, Tanura dance, and fire show performances

Experience the excitement of Dubai's red dunes on this evening desert safari, combining adventure, culture, and dining in one outing. Enjoy dune bashing, sandboarding, a short camel ride, and a sunset photo session in traditional Arabic costumes. The experience continues at the safari camp with a BBQ dinner buffet, vegetarian options, and live entertainment including belly dance and Tanura dance performances.

Hold on tight as your expert driver navigates the towering red dunes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Dubai
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Red Dunes Safari, Desert Activities, and BBQ Dinner

  • Hotel Pick-Up: Between 15:30 and 16:00.
    • A 4x4 Land Cruiser will come to the hotel parking area, and the driver will contact you by WhatsApp. Please make sure your mobile phone is with you and that you have the WhatsApp application.
    • You must mention your full hotel name and your mobile number when making the booking.
    • After pickup, the driver-guide will take you to the safari camp.
  • Dune Bashing:
    • Hold on tight as your expert driver navigates the towering red dunes. Feel the adrenaline rush during this exciting roller-coaster ride over the dunes.
  • Photoshoot:
    • As the sun begins to set over the horizon, immerse yourself in the allure of Arabian culture by dressing up in traditional Arabic costumes for a magical sunset photo session. Create timeless memories against the backdrop of the glowing desert sky, capturing the essence of the Arabian landscape.
  • Camel Riding:
    • Experience the traditional mode of desert transportation as you enjoy a short camel ride.
  • Sandboarding:
    • Get ready for some sandboarding action as you slide down the dunes on a sandboard for an exhilarating experience.
  • BBQ Dinner:
    • Enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner buffet with various salads, grilled meats, and desserts.
    • Vegetarian options are also available.
  • Entertainment:
    • Enjoy live entertainment with a mesmerizing belly dance performance and a captivating Tanura dance.
  • Return: Return pickup is between 20:00 and 20:30.
    • After a memorable evening, you will be driven back to your hotel in Dubai between 22:00 and 22:30, depending on your hotel location.
red dunes, sunset photo session, safari camp, BBQ dinner

Where this trip takes you

red dunes, sunset photo session, safari camp, BBQ dinner

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Dubai - United Arab Emirates 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off by 4x4
  • English-speaking driver
  • Transportation by 4WD air-conditioned vehicle
  • Thrilling 4x4 dune bashing safari (30-45 minutes) in the best desert on high golden dunes
  • Sandboarding
  • Sunset photography
  • Henna and tattoo painting for ladies
  • Camel riding
  • Open buffet BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
  • Unlimited mineral water, tea, coffee, and soft drinks including Coke and Sprite with dinner
  • The three most famous live shows: live belly dance, live Tanura dance, and a dazzling fire show
  • Traditional Arabic music and ambience throughout the evening

What's Not Included

  • Quad bike
  • Dune buggy
  • VIP seating with food without a queue
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses

What to bring

  • Light clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock

Know before you go

  • It is a shared transfer adventure.
  • Please be ready at the hotel lobby between 3:30 pm and 4:00 pm.
  • Make sure you mention your mobile number when making the booking, and please download the WhatsApp application so the driver can contact you once he arrives. The driver does not make international calls, so WhatsApp is a must.
  • Please note that the driver will not wait more than 5 minutes, as he must stay on schedule, so make sure you are ready on time to avoid being left behind. It is a non-refundable tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Tour start
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Dubai - United Arab Emirates.

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