
Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 772 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner worth booking?
Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner is a 8-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $44 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 772 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
- 4.9/5 (772)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $44 per person
The Outty verdict
It ranks #7 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Dubai, with an Outty Ranking of 92. At $44 it costs less than the typical similar option ($69), so it is strong value. Best for families and couples.
Prices and availability checked
Experience the ultimate Desert Safari Dubai adventure designed to combine excitement, culture, and comfort. Thrilling Red Dune Safari – Enjoy an adrenaline-pumping dune bashing experience in a 4x4 Land Cruiser across the famous Arabain desert in lahbab. Cultural & Entertainment Highlights – Take part in authentic desert traditions with camel rides, henna painting. Delicious BBQ Dinner Under the Stars – Indulge in a full buffet with BBQ dishes, vegetarian options, and unlimited refreshments while enjoying the magical desert atmosphere. Professional Safari Guides – Travel with experienced drivers while sharing insider knowledge about desert life and Emirati culture. Comfortable Transfers – Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai hotels and cruise terminals are included. Perfect for All Travelers – Families with children, couples seeking a romantic desert evening, adventure lovers, and culture seekers will all find this safari an unforgettable highlight of their Dubai trip.
What you get
About this experience
Experience the ultimate Desert Safari Dubai adventure designed to combine excitement, culture, and comfort. Thrilling Red Dune Safari – Enjoy an adrenaline-pumping dune bashing experience in a 4x4 Land Cruiser across the famous Arabain desert in lahbab. Cultural & Entertainment Highlights – Take part in authentic desert traditions with camel rides, henna painting. Delicious BBQ Dinner Under the Stars – Indulge in a full buffet with BBQ dishes, vegetarian options, and unlimited refreshments while enjoying the magical desert atmosphere. Professional Safari Guides – Travel with experienced drivers while sharing insider knowledge about desert life and Emirati culture. Comfortable Transfers – Pick-up and drop-off from Dubai hotels and cruise terminals are included. Perfect for All Travelers – Families with children, couples seeking a romantic desert evening, adventure lovers, and culture seekers will all find this safari an unforgettable highlight of their Dubai trip.
What's included
Included
- Traditional Arabic Costume Photography (Men & Women)
- Welcome with Arabic coffee, dates, tea, and soft drinks
- Camel ride for an authentic Bedouin-style desert experience
- Thrilling dune bashing in the red sand desert with expert desert safari drivers.
- Opportunity to capture the magical desert sunset photography
- Professional English-speaking Desert Safari Guide
- Unlimited refreshments (soft drinks and mineral water)
- Pick-up and drop-off by 4x4 Land Cruiser SUV from your hotel or residence in Dubai/Sharjah
- Luxury Air-Conditioned 4x4 SUV Vehicle for transfers
- Traditional Henna painting for ladies
- Delicious BBQ dinner buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Adventurous sandboarding experience on golden dunes in lahbab red sand arabian desert
- Live entertainment shows: Belly Dance, Tanoura Dance, Fire Show
- Separate toilet facilities for men and women at the desert camp
Not included
- Short Falcon photography session (available at camp)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Waiter service (available to purchase)
- Souvenir products (available to purchase)
What you'll see and do
Dubai
The excitement kicks off with a 1 hour drive from your hotel or residence to the desert meeting point, taking you through the captivating landscapes of the Arabian desert.
60 minutes here
Exciting dune bash experience in the heart of the Arabian desert.
30 minutes here
Lahbab desert Buckle up for an exhilarating Dune Bashing adventure across the majestic red sand dunes—a true desert thrill! Stop amidst the vast golden expanse to snap incredible photos, capturing timeless memories. Feel the rush as you glide down the dunes with sandboarding, and preserve the magic of the moment with breathtaking sunset photography.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Evening Desert Safari: Enjoy breathtaking views and a bbq dinner under the stars, complete with a belly dance performance.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Enjoy the camp activities and entertainment shows.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Dubai
As the evening's festivities come to an end, relax on a 45-minute ride back to your hotel, accompanied by the soothing melodies of traditional local music.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private Car Upto 6 People
Day Tour (No Hotel Stay): This is a same-day desert experience with round-trip private transfers. No overnight accommodation is included. Popular Add-Ons: Customize your private safari with optional upgrades: 30/60-min quad bike, 2- or 4-seat dune buggy, VIP Majlis seating. Private, Premium Service: Dedicated 4×4 and guide for your group only; flexible timing; door-to-door pick-up/drop-off; zero sharing with other guests. Duration: 7 hours: Sunset/Evening Private Safari with Dinner: ~6–7 hours (pick-up 14:00–14:30). Exact times may vary by season and location. Refreshments & Dinner : Unlimited bottled water and soft drinks during the tour. If evening option selected: BBQ buffet dinner with veg & non-veg. Door-to-Desert Route: Pick-up from Dubai/Sharjah → drive to Lahbab → dune bashing & sandboarding → camel ride →desert camp dinner → Return Drop off SUV 4x4: Licensed, insured 4×4 (typically Toyota Land Cruiser or Nissan Patrol) with A/C and safety features. One vehicle per booking. Important Information: Not recommended for pregnant travelers, back/neck issues, or infants under 3 for dune bashing.Closed shoes.comfortable cloth. Pickup included
Dubai Desert safari
Duration: 7 hours buffet with BBQ 4x4 car Pickup included
Safari + Falcon Photography
Falcon Photography Duration: 7 hours BBQ Dinner: BBQ dinner buffet with soft drinks, water, tea & coffee. Pickup → Desert → Dropoff: Pickup → Lahbab Red Dunes → Dune Bashing → Sandboarding → Camp Activities → Falcon Photography → BBQ Dinner → Drop-off. 4x4 SUV vehicle: Air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle (Land Cruiser or similar) with hotel pickup and drop-off. Note: Falcon photography is done inside camp under handler supervision. Follow safety instructions. Children must assisted by adult Pickup included
Safari + Quad bike
Atv Ride Experience : ATV / Quad Biking experience For 30 Minutes Lavish BBQ Dinner 4x4 SUV Car Pickup included
Premium Safari package
Premium Seating : Premium Sofa Seating included in the camp BBQ Dinner 4x4 SUV car Pickup included
Private Car Up to 5 Person
Exclusive Car Up to 5 Person: Best Selection for Families/ no more Sharing with Strangers Duration: 7 hours BBQ buffet dinner 4by4 Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- hi, ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- AL khaima tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note, there is no Belly Dance or alcohol during Ramadan.
- Doorstep pickup and drop-off from any location in Dubai and Sharjah.
- Guests simply provide their pickup location and our professional desert safari guide will pick them up directly from their doorstep.
- Allergies: Please inform us of any allergies in advance, and our team will do their best to accommodate.
- Vegan options: Limited vegan options can be arranged with prior notice. Vegetarian options: Available upon request.
- Operated by Al khaima tours
- Not recommended for spinal cord injuries
- Not recommended for motion sickness people
- Children under 3 years should be accompanied and are not allowed for dune bashing.
- Travelers with recent surgery or injuries should avoid dune bashing activities.
- People with motion sickness may experience discomfort during dune driving.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 772 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
772 verified traveler reviews for Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Evening desert Safari - Great experience with family
Sultan Raza was our guide plus driver. It was very hot and Sultan timed our tour perfectly so that we beat the heat and had all the time to enjoy every activity. Great communication from Sultan. Picked us up at the exact time. We drove about an hour out of Dubai for the desert safari. Sultan explained about all important sights on the way. He timed the activities perfectly, we got great sunset views. He carried a surf board, so we were able to surf in the sand. Some other drivers did not have a surf board. He seems to be an expert driver, particularly during dune bashing. It was a ton of fun but he was in full control. The tour was the best experience we had on this trip. We were greeted with Complimentary water, tea and coffee. Started with a camel ride followed by dune bashing. Perfect timing to catch sunset views with desert dunes background. Did sand surfing and returned to camp for a great dance show ending with a hair raising fire show. Dinner was served once the show was underway. All in all it was adrenaline filled, fun and great sunset views tour. I will highly recommend Sultan Raza as your tour guide plus driver.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sultan was welcoming, helpful, and provided excellent guidance during your visit to Dubai. We will be sure to share your appreciation with him. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable experience.
via Tripadvisor
Best tour guide.
Chaudhary Majeed was my tour guide. He is very humble and nice person and help alot and i feel very happy and safe with this guide.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re truly happy to know that you enjoyed your desert safari experience with us. Your kind words motivate our team to continue delivering memorable and high-quality experiences to all our guests. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again for another amazing adventure in the Dubai desert.
via Tripadvisor
Desert
Had a great experience overall with the dune bashing, desert safari! Recommend this company
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re truly happy to know that you enjoyed your desert safari experience with us. Your kind words motivate our team to continue delivering memorable and high-quality experiences to all our guests. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again for another amazing adventure in the Dubai desert.
via Tripadvisor
Our guide Amir was super...
Our guide Amir was super nice! We had a great time—dune bashing was so fun, the belly dance show was beautiful, and we enjoyed the camel ride too. Definitely recommending this experience!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your feedback means the world to our team, and we’re so grateful for your support. We look forward to serving you again...
via Viator
A day in desert safari..
we had a marvelous day everything was so good Mubashar and his managements are awesome . we are very satisfied with him... Thanks for everything..
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your feedback means the world to our team, and we’re so grateful for your support. We look forward to serving you again
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $44 to $750
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 270
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 92
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How does Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner compare to similar tours in Dubai?
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It ranks #7 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Dubai, with an Outty Ranking of 92. At $44 it costs less than the typical similar option ($69), so it is strong value. Best for families and couples.
Who is Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner best for?
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It suits families and couples best, based on its 8-hour length, all-ages access and free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Is Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner good value?
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Yes. It starts at $44, below the $69 typical for similar experiences in Dubai.
How much does Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner cost?
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Prices start at $44 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner 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 (4.9/5 across 772 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner?
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Around 270 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner?
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Included: Traditional Arabic Costume Photography (Men & Women); Welcome with Arabic coffee, dates, tea, and soft drinks; Camel ride for an authentic Bedouin-style desert experience; Thrilling dune bashing in the red sand desert with expert desert safari drivers; and Opportunity to capture the magical desert sunset photography. Not included: Short Falcon photography session (available at camp); Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase); Waiter service (available to purchase); and Souvenir products (available to purchase). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1445 listed pickup locations in and around Dubai. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner offered in?
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It is offered in Hindi, Arabic, German, 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & 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 Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner?
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Across 772 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Ride & BBQ dinner?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including Private Car Upto 6 People, Dubai Desert safari, Safari + Falcon Photography, Safari + Quad bike. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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