Experience Dubai desert safari tours with morning, evening, and overnight options. Enjoy the best desert safari activities like dune bashing, camel riding, sandboarding, live shows, and a BBQ dinner.
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Safari
Dubai
6 hours
Classic Safari
Dubai Desert Safari Red Dune Bashing, Live shows & BBQ Dinner
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$45.00 USD
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$50.00 USD
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$45.00 USD
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Experience thrilling dune bashing, live entertainment, and a delicious BBQ dinner on this unforgettable desert adventure.
300+ Booked
Safari
Dubai
6 hours
Premium Safari
Dubai Premium Desert Safari, Dune Bashing, Belly Dance & BBQ Dinner
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$75.00 USD
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$75.00 USD
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Enjoy thrilling dune bashing, camel riding, a mesmerizing belly dance, and a delicious BBQ dinner at a premium Bedouin camp with instant confirmation and free cancellation.
100+ Booked
Safari
Dubai
7 hours
Luxury Heritage Safari
Dubai Evening Heritage Safari By Vintage Land Rover
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$200.00 USD
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$200.00 USD
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Instant confirmation, free cancellation, and a 6-hour luxury experience. Enjoy hotel pickup, a thrilling vintage G-Class ride, camel ride, and a 4-course dinner by an oasis.
400+ Booked
Safari
Dubai
6 hours
Quad Biking Safari
Dubai 30 Mins Single Seater Quad Bike Desert Safari
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$80.00 USD
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$132.00 USD
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$80.00 USD
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Ride a quad bike through the golden sands, enjoy dune bashing in a 4x4, try sandboarding, and experience a serene camel ride. End with live Belly Dance, Tanoura, and Fire Shows at a traditional camp.
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Request the Front Seat for Best Photos
Ask for the front passenger seat in the Land Cruiser if you want the best photography angles and a lower chance of motion sickness. Passengers in the back get a wilder ride but less control over their camera. Mention it at pickup and the drivers will sort it out.
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Overnight Safaris Are the Hidden Gem
Sleeping under the stars in the desert, waking up to a sunrise camel trek, and watching a falcon display over breakfast is a completely different experience from the standard evening safari. It's probably Dubai's most underrated activity. Ask about overnight camp packages when you book.
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Private Safari for Families and Groups
If you're travelling as a family or group, book a private safari for AED 800 to 1,200 for up to 6 guests instead of the shared option at AED 150 per person. You get your own driver, flexible timing, a quieter section of the camp, and the freedom to skip activities your kids won't enjoy.
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Plan the Hot-Air Balloon Separately
The hot air balloon over the Conservation Reserve is a premium experience starting from AED 1,000 and it departs at 5 AM. You can't combine it with an evening safari on the same night. Schedule it for a different day and book well in advance because flights are limited to 24 passengers.
About Dubai Desert Safari Tours
The Arabian Desert starts just 45 minutes from Downtown Dubai. A desert safari is easily the most popular excursion in the emirate, and for good reason. You can go dune bashing in a Land Cruiser, ride camels across the crimson Al Lahbab dunes at sunrise, or do both in a single trip.
The evening safari is what most people book. Your hotel pickup is around 3:30 PM, and from there it's red dune bashing, sandboarding, camel rides, and then a Bedouin camp with BBQ dinner, Arabic coffee, shisha, henna painting, belly dancing, and fire shows. You get back to your hotel by 9:30 PM.
The evening safari is what most people book. Your hotel pickup is around 3:30 PM, and from there it's red dune bashing, sandboarding, camel rides, and then a Bedouin camp with BBQ dinner, Arabic coffee, shisha, henna painting, belly dancing, and fire shows. You get back to your hotel by 9:30 PM.
Target Audience (Best for)
Address
Al Lahbab Desert, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Also Known As
Dubai Dune Safari & BBQ Experience
Annual Visitors
2,000,000+
Expected Wait Time
Hotel Pick-up Window: 30 Minutes
(Peak)
Camp Check-in: 10 Minutes
(Off Peak)
Interesting Facts (Fun Facts)
Discover hidden secrets and stories.
Al Lahbab's Big Red dune stands 300 feet tall. The iron oxide in the sand gives it that deep crimson colour, and it glows even more intensely at sunset. It's the most photographed sand dune in the UAE.
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Safari drivers go through a six month off road training programme and have to pass advanced vehicle recovery certification before they can carry passengers. It's not something you pick up in a weekend.
Overnight desert safaris put you in traditional Bedouin tents under some of the darkest skies near any major city. On a clear night you can actually see the Milky Way just 50 km from the Burj Khalifa.
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Desert camps serve gahwa, the local Arabic coffee flavoured with cardamom and saffron, in tiny handleless cups. Shake the cup gently side to side when you've had enough. Otherwise your host will just keep refilling it.
Why visit Dubai Desert Safari Tours?
Dubai's #1 Must-Do Experience
A desert safari consistently ranks as the top rated activity in Dubai across every major travel platform. Over 2 million people do it every year. Nothing else in the city gives you that same mix of Arabian culture, raw desert, and genuine adventure all in one go.
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Complete Cultural Immersion in One Evening
Think about it. Dune bashing, camel riding, a Bedouin feast, a fire show, henna art, shisha, and stargazing, all packed into one evening. The desert camp basically compresses a week of cultural experiences into about five hours.
Accessible for All Ages & Fitness Levels
Safari operators run everything from gentle dune drives for families with small children to extreme quad biking for the adrenaline crowd. Camel rides suit all ages, and the camp itself is flat and comfortable. Vegetarian, vegan, and halal menus are standard at every reputable camp.
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Highlights
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Hotel Pickup for All Safari Tours
Every desert safari includes complimentary hotel pickup from anywhere in Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman. Air conditioned Toyota Land Cruisers collect you between 3:00 and 3:30 PM for evening safaris or around 4:30 AM for sunrise safaris. You're back at your hotel by 9:30 PM or 10:00 AM depending on which one you book. No need to arrange your own transport.
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Self Drive to Big Red Meeting Point
If you prefer driving yourself, Big Red at Al Lahbab is a prominent red dune formation about 45 minutes southeast of Downtown Dubai on the E44 highway. There's free parking at the base of the dunes. Safari operators use Big Red as a secondary meeting point for guests who want to make their own way there.
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Monday
Sunrise 05:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Evening 03:00 PM – 09:30 PM
Tuesday
Sunrise 05:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Evening 03:00 PM – 09:30 PM
Wednesday
Sunrise 05:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Evening 03:00 PM – 09:30 PM
Thursday
Sunrise 05:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Evening 03:00 PM – 09:30 PM
Friday
Sunrise 05:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Evening 03:00 PM – 09:30 PM
Saturday
Sunrise 05:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Evening 03:00 PM – 09:30 PM
Sunday
Sunrise 05:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Evening 03:00 PM – 09:30 PM
4x4 Land Cruiser Fleet
All dune bashing vehicles are modern Toyota Land Cruisers fitted with roll cages, desert tyres, seat belts, and first aid kits. Each vehicle takes a maximum of 6 passengers. The drivers are DTCM licensed with at least five years of desert driving experience.
BBQ Camp and Bedouin Dining
Traditional Bedouin desert camps with carpeted seating, low tables, and cushions. The BBQ buffet dinner includes grilled meats, hummus, fattoush, Arabic bread, and desserts. Vegetarian, vegan, and halal options are standard. Soft drinks, water, and Arabic coffee are all included.
Washroom and Changing Facilities
Desert camps have clean washroom facilities with running water, mirrors, and changing areas. There's a freshening up station available after dune bashing. Leave valuables securely in the vehicle during activities.
Professional Safari Photography
Guides capture action shots during dune bashing and around the camp. GoPro dashcam footage of your dune bash is available for purchase. Some premium operators include a professional photographer who delivers edited portraits digitally the same evening.
Vehicle Access Only, No Wheelchair Routes
The desert terrain is soft sand and uneven ground, so it's not accessible for wheelchair users or guests with severe mobility limitations. That said, guests with mild mobility issues can still enjoy the camp experience since the seating, dining, and entertainment areas are flat and covered in firm matting.
Health and Safety Requirements
Dune bashing is not recommended for pregnant women, people with heart conditions, severe back or neck problems, or children under 3. Sandboarding and quad biking require a minimum age of 16. Camel rides are suitable for children aged 4 and up when accompanied by an adult. Seat belts must be worn during dune bashing at all times.
What to Wear
Wear comfortable closed toe shoes because sand fills open sandals fast. Go with light, breathable clothing and long sleeves are a good idea for sun protection. Bring a light jacket for the evening since desert temperatures drop 8 to 10 degrees after sunset. Sunglasses and sunscreen are essential.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go.
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