DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner

Outty Ranking 67 4.9 · 19 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom AED 190
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Outty Ranking

67/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 19 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner worth booking?

DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner is a 6-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from AED 190 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
67 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (19)
Duration
6 hours
From
AED 190 per person

Select your tour and departure option, and after pickup from your Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman address or other select location (additional fees might apply), enjoy an air-conditioned 4WD transfer into the Lahbab red-dune desert. Prebooking lets you secure the ideal tour day and avoid any last-minute rush or hassle. Once there, take an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) ride (select tickets only), or set off on a thrilling 4WD dune bash, with a break for sandboarding, before continuing to the shared Al Khayma camp. On arrival, savor Arabic coffee and sweets and enjoy Bedouin-style activities like camel riding, henna body art, shishas, and Arabic-dress and falconry photo-shoots. Sodas, tea, and water are also included. As dusk falls, sit down to a scrumptious barbecue-buffet, watch traditional whirling-dervish and folklore dances, and enjoy a stargazing session using a telescope. A return transfer to the start point brings your premium tour experience to a close.

What you get

    About this experience

    Select your tour and departure option, and after pickup from your Dubai, Sharjah, or Ajman address or other select location (additional fees might apply), enjoy an air-conditioned 4WD transfer into the Lahbab red-dune desert. Prebooking lets you secure the ideal tour day and avoid any last-minute rush or hassle. Once there, take an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) ride (select tickets only), or set off on a thrilling 4WD dune bash, with a break for sandboarding, before continuing to the shared Al Khayma camp. On arrival, savor Arabic coffee and sweets and enjoy Bedouin-style activities like camel riding, henna body art, shishas, and Arabic-dress and falconry photo-shoots. Sodas, tea, and water are also included. As dusk falls, sit down to a scrumptious barbecue-buffet, watch traditional whirling-dervish and folklore dances, and enjoy a stargazing session using a telescope. A return transfer to the start point brings your premium tour experience to a close.

    What's included

    Included

    • Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee) & Dates
    • Tanoura and Ladies Khaliji dance show
    • Belly Dance
    • 40 minutes Dune bashing in Lehbab Desert
    • Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour) in the Shisha Area
    • Professional Skilled Desert Driver
    • Pickup and drop off only from Ajman , Sharjah , Dubai
    • Sunset Photo in Desert View
    • 5* Open Buffet with BBQ “vegetarian and non-vegetarian options”
    • Henna painting for ladies “ Tattoo”
    • Camel ride experience
    • Pick-up from your selected hotel/ location
    • Arabic costume available for Photoshot in camp
    • Welcome Refreshments on Desert Arrival
    • Sandboarding
    • Drop off to Home or Hotel
    • Fire show & Stargazing session (Only with Evening time slots)
    • Unlimited cold mineral water & soft drinks
    • Washroom (seprate for Males and Females)

    Not included

    • Alcohlic Beverages
    • Shesha : By choice flavour or table service cost extra charges
    • Vip sitting

    What you'll see and do

    1. Al Awir

      In the camp ,we will provide you camel riding,Henna tatos,Soft drinks water,Tea /Cofeee ,5 live shows (Belly dance ,Tanoura Show ,Yalla Dance ,Arabic dance & Fire Show ,BBQ with Buffet Dinner both options Veg or non Veg

      240 minutes here

    2. Lahbab

      Experience the thrill of the Lahbab Desert Safari in Dubai with an unforgettable adventure. Feel the excitement as skilled drivers take you dune bashing across the stunning red sands. Enjoy a peaceful camel ride that captures the spirit of traditional Arabian travel. Witness breathtaking sunset views glowing over the Lahbab dunes. Visit a Bedouin-style desert camp filled with warm Arabian hospitality. Enjoy mesmerizing cultural performances, including tanoura and belly dance shows. Indulge in a flavorful BBQ dinner with a variety of local and international dishes. End the night relaxing under a star-lit desert sky for a truly magical Dubai experience.

      120 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Options you can book

    • Private Package

      Max for 6 person Private Pickup and Drop off Duration: 6 hours SUV 4x4 NOTE: We are really sorry for the inconvience occurs and activities might be affected by the rush hours and peak season Pickup included

    • Evening Desert Safari Dubai: Red Dunes, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner

      NOTE: We are really sorry for the inconvience occurs and activities might be affected by the rush hours and peak season Pickup included

    • Premium Package with QuadBike

      Premium service : Premium service included VIP sitting with Quad Bike ride for 30 minutes. Duration: 6 hours Unlimited Food and Drinks NOTE: We are really sorry for the inconvience occurs and activities might be affected by the rush hours and peak season Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, pt, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Vip Dubai Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • 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

    Sand Boarding, DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ DinnerDune Bashing in Golden Sand Dunes, DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ DinnerBelly Dance, DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ DinnerDune Bashing, DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ DinnerDUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner, photo 6Dinner, DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 19 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

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

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

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

    Traveler reviews

    19 verified traveler reviews for DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    tiziana_t · August 2026

    A good experience, but be careful with the extra costs.

    The excursion went well overall. Our driver was very good and professional, we felt comfortable with him, and we had a nice experience. The only thing we did not really appreciate was the way some extra costs were presented. During dinner, we felt a bit pushed to choose the Premium option, even though we had already paid for the Standard package. We did not like the separation between Premium and Standard, as it made us feel that we did not have much freedom of choice. Also, during the quad bike experience, we felt strongly encouraged to purchase head coverings for the sand, at a price that we considered extremely high. Our advice is to bring something to cover your face from the sand and to pay attention to these additional purchases, taking time to evaluate them before accepting. Apart from these points, the excursion was a good experience.y

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    via Viator

    Ajdin_S · December 2025

    Must have desert safari

    The desert Safari was really good, espacially our driver Shahab he was very a very expierenced driver had a lot of good skills and was very nice and gave us good advices for Camp and for Dubai. The Camp was also very nice and good organized, the shows was really good. All in all the desert safari is for sure recommendable.

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    Annely_K · October 2025

    A must-do while in Dubai!

    I had such an amazing time and the whole experience was so much better than I could have imagined! Ustad Ala is an amazing guide and driver and was really making sure that we were all having fun and getting the maximum out of the experience. My favourite part was the dune bashing (nothing comes close to driving in the sand and up and down the dunes, it's like a rollercoaster ride) and the show and BBQ dinner at the desert camp. This tour was one of my favourite experiences during my time in Dubai and I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone!

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    via Viator

    nasirk709 · June 2025

    With my sweet family desert safari today

    I really enjoyed the Desert Safari with my kids today. Sunboarding, camera riding, general live show, everything supported.betifull expensive with my family

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    601aliasgharn · June 2025

    Amazing adventure trip

    Best best desert Safari experience our guide is very personal..Dune bashing was amazing and camel ride also very good highly recommend with Vip Dubai Tours

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    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    AED 190 to AED 757
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    7
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 67

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)43
    Booking momentum (14% weight)35
    Value for money (12% weight)57
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)60
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner cost?

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    Prices start at AED 190 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 | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner take?

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    Plan for about 6 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 | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 19 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 | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live 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 | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner?

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    Around 7 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live 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 Evening Desert Safari Dune Bashing, BBQ Dinner & Live Shows. 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.

    What is included in DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner?

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    Included: Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee) & Dates; Tanoura and Ladies Khaliji dance show; Belly Dance; 40 minutes Dune bashing in Lehbab Desert; and Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour) in the Shisha Area. Not included: Alcohlic Beverages; Shesha : By choice flavour or table service cost extra charges; and Vip sitting. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1369 listed pickup locations in and around Dubai. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Dubai. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner?

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    Across 19 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for DUBAI | Evening Desert Safari , Camel Ride & live BBQ Dinner?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including Private Package, Evening Desert Safari Dubai: Red Dunes, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner, Premium Package with QuadBike. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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