Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows

Outty Ranking 92 5.0 · 596 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $5290+ Club
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Outty Ranking

92/100

90+ Club. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 596 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows worth booking?

Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows is a 7-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $52 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club, based on a 5/5 rating across 596 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Outty Ranking
92 / 100
Rating
5/5 (596)
Duration
7 hours
From
$52 per person

We pick up from your hotel / residence within Dubai City Limits. The Driver will take you to the Red Dune Desert close to Al Madam. After a short restroom break, you will drive a quad bike for 30 minutes in a designated

What you get

  • Small Henna Painting (Ladies & Kids)
  • Sand Boarding
  • Unlimited Soft Drinks, Tea, Water, Coffee (During evening camp)
  • Short Camel Ride
  • Bottled water
  • Beauitifull Sunset Pictures

About this experience

We pick up from your hotel / residence within Dubai City Limits. The Driver will take you to the Red Dune Desert close to Al Madam. After a short restroom break, you will drive a quad bike for 30 minutes in a designated desert area (if option purchased). After that the driver will take you into the desert by 4x4 car for the Dune Bashing, Sand boarding, Desert picture point. After the Desert Tour, the driver will take you to the evening Bedouin camp where a BBQ dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options will be served for you. During the evening Henna Designing (For Ladies & Kids), Camel Ride, Unlimited soft drinks, water, tea and coffee will be available for you. During the BBQ Dinner, the Live Entertainment Shows will take place Including: Tanoura ‘Arabic’ Dance, Belly Dance, Fire Show. After the Live shows end, the driver will take you back to your hotel / residency within Dubai. *During Ramadan Period and Holy/Dry Days there are no live shows, due to government restrictions.

What's included

Included

  • Small Henna Painting (Ladies & Kids)
  • Sand Boarding
  • Unlimited Soft Drinks, Tea, Water, Coffee (During evening camp)
  • Short Camel Ride
  • Bottled water
  • Beauitifull Sunset Pictures
  • Red sand Dune Bashing
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Shisha in Smoking Area
  • Arabic Costume Pictures
  • Live Entertainment Shows
  • BBQ Dinner
  • Hotel or Residence Building Pick up / Drop Off

Not included

  • Quad Bike Ride (Unless Selected in Options)
  • Premium VIP Seating (Unless Selected in Options)

What you'll see and do

  1. Al Madam

    The first stop of the tour will be Al Madam Area in the Red Dune Desert in Dubai. After a Short Restroom break, you will have the chance to go for a 30 minutes self drive quad bike ride in a designated desert area (if option purchased). After the quad biking, the Dune Bashing will take place. During the Dune Bashing the driver will drive with his 4x4 car over the highest dunes to give you a thrilling experience. Halfway across the tour you will have a stop in the middle of the desert to do Sand boarding and take pictures. After the afternoon activities finished, the driver will take you to the Evening Camp

    180 minutes here

  2. In the Bedouin evening camp the camels will be waiting for your short camel ride, the BBQ Dinner will be served and the live entertainment shows such as: Fire Show, Belly Dance & Tanoura Show are waiting for you. Unlimited soft drinks, tea / Coffee, water are included. Also Henna painting is available. After the BBQ Dinner & Live Shows end, the driver will bring you back to your hotel or residency.

    180 minutes here

  3. Dubai

    The driver will bring you back to your hotel / Residency

    60 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers.

Options you can book

  • Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Live Shows

    Evening Desert Safari: Normal Shared Desert Safari Table with Buffet Style Dinner. Pickup included

  • Camp VIP Seating + Quad

    Quad Bike Ride: Self Drive 30 minutes Quad Bike Ride in Designated Desert Area. Premium VIP Seating: Premium VIP Seating with proper dining set up (Private Table) with all night waiter service (see pictures). Pickup included

  • Premium VIP Seating in Camp

    Premium VIP Seating with proper dining set up (Private Table) with all night waiter service (see pictures). Pickup included

  • Normal Desert Safari + Quad

    Quad Bike Ride: Self Drive 30 minutes Quad Bike Ride in Designated Desert Area. Camp Seating: Normal Shared Desert Safari Table with Buffet Style Dinner. Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 14 travelers per booking
Operated by
Desert Safari Dubai

Know before you go

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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

Photos

Evening Desert Safari Tour by 4x4 Cars with Camel Ride, Sand Boarding, Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner & Live Shows.Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows in Dubai, photo 3We're Happy to Welcome you on the mesmerizing Evening Sunset Desert Safari Tour.Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows in Dubai, photo 5Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows in Dubai, photo 6Take some beautiful shots of the Desert.

What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 596 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

7 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Organization

4 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Food and drink

3 mentions

The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

Value for money

2 mentions

Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

Traveler reviews

596 verified traveler reviews for Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Joana_M · February 2026

Highlight of our trip!! Do It!!

An absolutely unforgettable experience — without a doubt the highlight of our trip to Dubai! Our guide, Hassan, was amazing from start to finish. Friendly, professional, and an incredible driver — the dune bashing was thrilling but always felt safe and in control. He truly went the extra mile to make the experience special for us. At one point he even played Icelandic music in the car just for us — such a thoughtful, personal touch that made the whole trip feel unique and memorable. The show at the camp was unforgettable, and the entire evening — from camel rides and henna to shisha, BBQ dinner, and live performances — was beautifully organized. Honestly the best value of our whole holiday. We got so much out of this experience and would recommend it to anyone visiting Dubai. If you can, ask for Hassan — he made it exceptional!

Response from the operator: Dear Joana, Thank you so much for your amazing review! Knowing that our desert safari was the highlight of your trip to Dubai is the greatest compliment we could receive. We're thrilled that Hassan made such a lasting impression. He takes great pride in making every guest feel welcome, and it's wonderful to hear that his friendly nature, professional service, and expert driving made your adventure both exciting and comfortable. The Icelandic music was such a thoughtful touch, and we're so happy it made your experience feel even more personal and memorable. It's also fantastic to know you enjoyed everything the evening had to offer—from the thrilling dune bashing and camel ride to the henna, shisha, delicious BBQ dinner, and our live performances. We work hard to create an authentic desert experience, so it's incredibly rewarding to hear that you felt it was the best value of your holiday. Thank you for your heartfelt recommendation and for highlighting Hassan's exceptional service. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him—they'll mean a lot. We can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable desert adventure on your next visit to Dubai. Warm regards, Dubai Desert Safari Team

via Viator

JoanaM985 · February 2026

Highlight of our trip! Do it!

An absolutely unforgettable experience — without a doubt the highlight of our trip to Dubai! Our guide, Hassan, was amazing from start to finish. Friendly, professional, and an incredible driver — the dune bashing was thrilling but always felt safe and in control. He truly went the extra mile to make the experience special for us. At one point he even played Icelandic music in the car just for us — such a thoughtful, personal touch that made the whole trip feel unique and memorable. The show at the camp was unforgettable, and the entire evening — from camel rides and henna to shisha, BBQ dinner, and live performances — was beautifully organized. Honestly the best value of our whole holiday. We got so much out of this experience and would recommend it to anyone visiting Dubai. If you can, ask for Hassan — he made it exceptional!!

Response from the operator: Dear Joana, Reading your review truly made our day! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful account of your experience with Dubai Desert Safari. We're delighted to hear that your desert safari was the highlight of your trip to Dubai. Creating unforgettable memories is exactly what we strive for, and it's fantastic to know we delivered. Hassan will be especially happy to read your kind words. His passion for creating personal and memorable experiences really shines through, and the fact that he played Icelandic music just for you is such a great example of the extra care he puts into every tour. We'll make sure your compliments are shared with him. It's also wonderful to know you enjoyed every part of the evening, from the exciting dune bashing and camel rides to the BBQ dinner, live entertainment, and the camp activities. Hearing that you found it to be the best value of your holiday means so much to our team. Thank you for your heartfelt recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Dubai for another unforgettable adventure in the desert. Warm regards, Dubai Desert Safari Team

via Tripadvisor

craigsK6683SQ · February 2026

Last minute booking turned out great.

We decided to go on a desert safari at 2pm and couldn’t find a company that wasn’t booking only for tomorrow. Luckily we found a company that would book us same day and within the hour the 5 of us had been picked up from our apartment block. The tour was well organised and involved 3 different locations. Our driver Sana was great and made us feel relaxed and informed. The evening food was plentiful and the dance show was surprisingly great, especially the fire dancers. I’d highly recommend this tour. It was a great last minute decision.

Response from the operator: Dear Craig, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Dubai Desert Safari We're so pleased that your last-minute decision turned into such a memorable adventure. It's great to hear that we were able to accommodate your same-day booking and get your group picked up quickly and hassle-free. We're especially happy to know that Sana made you feel comfortable, well-informed, and relaxed throughout the tour. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. It's wonderful that you enjoyed every part of the experience, from the different stops and delicious BBQ dinner to the live entertainment. We're especially glad the fire show was a highlight of your evening! Thank you for your recommendation. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable desert adventure on your next visit to Dubai. Best regards, Dubai Desert Safari Team

via Tripadvisor

Discover61161927352 · February 2026

Brilliant day out with the family

Trip was excellent from start to finish. Hassan was an excellent tour guide. And was brilliant with our 2 young children. Would 100% recommend

Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing Dubai Desert Safari for your family adventure! We're delighted to hear that you had an excellent experience from start to finish. It's especially rewarding to know that Hassan made your day even more enjoyable and took such great care of your family, especially your two young children. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your support. We hope to welcome you and your family back for another unforgettable desert adventure in the future! Best regards, Dubai Desert Safari Team

via Tripadvisor

R6748FPalexz · February 2026

Existing Desert Safari

Thanks for our guider, Abdullah, an energetic, kinder, devout young man from Pakistan with Dubai dream! His driving skill is fantastic which gave us an unexpected and exciting desert safari

Response from the operator: it’s fantastic to hear about your experience with Abdullah! His energy, kindness, and devotion truly make the Dubai Desert Safari special, and it’s great that his expert driving made your adventure both exciting and memorable. We’re delighted you had such a thrilling time exploring the dunes and creating unforgettable memories. We hope to welcome you again soon for more incredible desert adventures. Best regards, Book Your Desert Trip

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
7 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$52 to $245
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
209
Verdict
90+ Club

Why this scores 92

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
Review evidence (18% weight)79
Booking momentum (14% weight)76
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)87
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.

How much does Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows cost?

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Prices start at $52 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dubai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows take?

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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dubai is not rushed.

Is Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 596 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.

Can I cancel or reschedule Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows?

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Around 209 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dubai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dubai and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Dubai Desert Safari, Camel Ride, Shisha, Henna, Live BBQ & Shows start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dubai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Dubai?

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On Outty we rank every Dubai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp, Dubai: Red Dunes Safari, Quad, Camel, Dune Bash, BBQ & Shows, Dubai Dune Buggy Safari Tour in Red Dunes Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Dubai?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Dubai?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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