
Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 173 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner worth booking?
Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner is a 5-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $60 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 173 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (173)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $60 per person
We combine adventure, comfort, and cultural depth in one seamless desert safari experience. From thrilling dune bashing and ATV rides to family-friendly sand boarding and safe camel encounters, every moment is designed f
What you get
- Live entertainment shows
- Dune Bashing (Desert safari)
- Dinner
- BBQ Dinner with dietary options
- Sheesha (designated area)
- Bottled water
About this experience
We combine adventure, comfort, and cultural depth in one seamless desert safari experience. From thrilling dune bashing and ATV rides to family-friendly sand boarding and safe camel encounters, every moment is designed for all ages to enjoy. Our VIP camp offers majlis-style seating, live cultural shows, and a lavish BBQ dinner under the stars. With licensed drivers, a strong operations team, and attention to every detail, we deliver a safari that's safe, authentic, and unforgettable — whether you’re a solo traveller, couple, family, or group.
What's included
Included
- Live entertainment shows
- Dune Bashing (Desert safari)
- Dinner
- BBQ Dinner with dietary options
- Sheesha (designated area)
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- Short Camel ride (Designated Area)
What you'll see and do
Dune Bashing Your experience begins with a convenient hotel pickup in a 4x4 vehicle, heading into the heart of Dubai’s red sand dunes. Once you arrive, the adventure kicks off with dune bashing—a thrilling off-road ride driven by a professional desert guide. You’ll also have the option to ride a quad bike (ATV) across a designated track for an added adrenaline rush.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Sandboarding Next, experience the fun of sandboarding, sliding down the golden dunes, followed by photo stops and optional camel rides. As the sun sets, you’ll head to our VIP desert camp, where Arabic coffee, dates, and traditional hospitality await.
60 minutes here
Tanoura dance, fire show and belly dancing The evening continues with live entertainment including a Tanoura dance, fire show, and belly dancing.
60 minutes here
BBQ Dinner Enjoy a traditional BBQ dinner at our VIP desert camp, featuring grilled meats, Arabic mezze, rice, salads, and desserts like luqaimat and baklava
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dubai
Our guide will locate you when you arrive in the meeting point area. You will see a lot of cars. Share you contact and we will guide you to ourselves. Thank you.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Our guide will locate you when you arrive in the meeting point area. You will see a lot of cars. Share you contact and we will guide you to ourselves. Thank you.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- te, pa, ar, hi, en, zh-CN, fr, ur
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunset Adventure Tourism
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 173 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
173 verified traveler reviews for Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect
Perfect and fabulous everything is memorable
via Tripadvisor
Bestdesert
I like sunset adventure tourism because there's give me best tour and we enjoy the camel ride and boarding and dinner
via Tripadvisor
Best one
I love the desert safari Dubai and over drive is waleed and we enjoy
via Tripadvisor
Amazing desert safari
Very good safari ! We enjoy the tour
via Tripadvisor
Desert drive
Wonderful experience. Guide was excellent explains everything in detail. Thank you very much Shani for your help
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 61
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 with BBQ Dinner take?
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Plan for about 5 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 with BBQ Dinner worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 173 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner?
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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 with BBQ Dinner suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner?
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Around 61 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dubai Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner 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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