
Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 101 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show worth booking?
Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show is a 6-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $45 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 101 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 84 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (101)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $45 per person
Spend a memorable evening in Dubai’s beautiful Lahbab Red Desert with a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation. Travel in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle and enjoy exciting dune bashing across the red sand dunes with an experienced safari guide. Stop in the desert to watch the sunset and take beautiful photos. At the desert camp, enjoy a traditional Arabian welcome with coffee and dates. Take a short camel ride under the guidance and supervision of a professional guide, try henna painting, or relax and enjoy the desert atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet dinner with Arabic and international dishes, along with unlimited soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee. As the evening continues, enjoy live entertainment including belly dancing, Tanoura dance, and an exciting fire show. This Dubai Red Desert Safari combines desert adventure, Arabian culture, delicious food, and memorable moments under the open sky.
What you get
About this experience
Spend a memorable evening in Dubai’s beautiful Lahbab Red Desert with a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation. Travel in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle and enjoy exciting dune bashing across the red sand dunes with an experienced safari guide. Stop in the desert to watch the sunset and take beautiful photos. At the desert camp, enjoy a traditional Arabian welcome with coffee and dates. Take a short camel ride under the guidance and supervision of a professional guide, try henna painting, or relax and enjoy the desert atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet dinner with Arabic and international dishes, along with unlimited soft drinks, water, tea, and coffee. As the evening continues, enjoy live entertainment including belly dancing, Tanoura dance, and an exciting fire show. This Dubai Red Desert Safari combines desert adventure, Arabian culture, delicious food, and memorable moments under the open sky.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- On-board restrooms
- Tea and coffee
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Infant is free if guests will keep in lap. If guests need baby seats for infant will be charged $28
What you'll see and do
Lahbab
Experience the magic of the Arabian desert with the Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Camel Ride. This tour includes an exciting 4x4 dune bashing adventure, a short camel ride, and stunning sunset views. At the desert camp, enjoy traditional activities like henna painting and sandboarding, followed by a delicious BBQ buffet dinner. The evening ends with live cultural performances including belly dancing, Tanoura, and fire shows, offering a perfect mix of thrill, culture, and relaxation.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
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 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Adventure Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant is free if guests will keep in lap. If guests need baby seats for infant will be charged $28
- in case of back problems, pregnant travelers, for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions we recommend them to book private desert safari with us.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 101 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
101 verified traveler reviews for Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Desert Safari Woohoo
Great day with our guide Shoaib.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your feedback! We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again soon.
via Tripadvisor
Desert safari
My Evening Desert Safari was an outstanding and unforgettable experience with my guide, Mohsin Pathan. He is a highly professional and experienced guide who explained the UAE’s history and all activities in an engaging and informative manner, making the tour truly special. I thoroughly enjoyed quad biking, camel riding, sandboarding, thrilling dune bashing, and taking beautiful photos with a falcon—thank you, Mohsin Pathan and Desert Fun Tourism, for an amazing adventure.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an outstanding Evening Desert Safari experience with Mohsin Pathan. His professionalism and knowledge truly make the tour special. It’s great to know you enjoyed the quad biking, camel ride, sandboarding, dune bashing, and falcon photos. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again for another amazing desert adventure!
via Tripadvisor
Great Desert Experience
The Red Dune safari was a very good experience. Our guide and driver, Ahsan Zaman, was professional and showed great skill. The jeep ride through the dunes was a lot of fun and really exciting. I also enjoyed getting a henna tattoo; the camp had a nice atmosphere, and both the cultural performances and the BBQ dinner were pleasant. We also took some great photos with the falcon and enjoyed the sunset. It was a very pleasant trip overall.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind review! We’re happy to hear you had a great Red Dune Safari experience. It’s wonderful that Ahsan Zaman made the trip enjoyable with his professionalism and driving skills. We’re glad you enjoyed the dune ride, henna tattoo, sunset views, falcon photos, and the camp activities with cultural performances and BBQ dinner. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for another desert adventure!
via Viator
Family evening dessert safari tour
Family Evening Desert Safari Adventure! Our family evening desert safari was a fantastic experience for me, my wife, and our two children 11 years and 3 years old, and our guide Mohsin Pathan made everything perfectly organized and enjoyable. We had an amazing time with thrilling dune bashing, exciting quad bike riding, fun sandboarding, a relaxing camel ride, and taking memorable photos with a falcon. The beautiful sunset views followed by a wonderful evening at the desert camp with delicious food and live entertainment made it even more special for our kids. It was a joyful and unforgettable family adventure, and we highly recommend this safari to everyone visiting the desert.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your beautiful experience! We’re so happy your family created such special desert memories together. It’s wonderful to hear that everything—from the adventure activities to the sunset and camp evening—was perfect for all of you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon!
via Tripadvisor
Trip to desert safari
Very nice experience at desert safari especially the dune bashing , the food was nice , Also Adnan our tour guide was very supportive in whole journey 👍🏻👍🏻
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the desert safari, especially the dune bashing and food. Adnan will be very pleased to know his support made your journey even better. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon 👍🏻
via Tripadvisor
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
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 35
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 84
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show cost?
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Prices start at $45 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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show 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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 101 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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show?
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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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show 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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show?
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Around 35 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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show 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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show?
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Included: Bottled water; All Fees and Taxes; Dinner; In-vehicle air conditioning; and On-board restrooms. Not included: Alcoholic beverages; and Infant is free if guests will keep in lap. If guests need baby seats for infant will be ch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1215 listed pickup locations in and around Dubai. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show offered in?
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It runs in English. 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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show?
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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 Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Infant is free if guests will keep in lap. If guests need baby seats for infant will be ch. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Dubai Red Dunes Safari with Camel Ride, BBQ Dinner and Live Show?
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Across 101 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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