Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 2,042 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride worth booking?
Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride is a 6-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $49 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 2,042 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (2,042)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $49 per person
The Outty verdict
It ranks #7 of the 7 similar experiences we compared in Dubai, with an Outty Ranking of 89. At $49 it costs less than the typical similar option ($69), so it is strong value. Best for families and couples.
Prices and availability checked
The tour begins with our vehicle picking you up from your home or hotel and driving you down to the outskirts of the desert. Here starts your exciting desert journey in a 4X4 vehicle that would take you on a dune bashing ride. Experience your adrenaline going high up while the sand sweeps around your vehicle and you cascade on the steep sand dunes. Once you arrive at the desert campsite, you can enjoy your time by riding a camel, smoking a flavored shisha, drinking the traditional Arabic coffee, enjoying the captivating belly dance and Tanura dance. Do not miss the chance to take some breathtaking pictures of the desert in your camera, especially during sunset. The colors of the setting sun on the sands would leave you mesmerized. Apart from this, you can try out the traditional costumes, get a henna tattoo and enjoy a delicious buffet dinner.
What you get
- Tea and coffee
- Desert activities : Camel Ride, dune bashing (15-20 min), Belly and Tanura dance
- Buffet Barbecue Dinner (with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialties)
- Welcome Drink Ghawa with Dates
- Photographic opportunity with Arabic costumes
- Al Ayala - Welcome Dance
About this experience
The tour begins with our vehicle picking you up from your home or hotel and driving you down to the outskirts of the desert. Here starts your exciting desert journey in a 4X4 vehicle that would take you on a dune bashing ride. Experience your adrenaline going high up while the sand sweeps around your vehicle and you cascade on the steep sand dunes. Once you arrive at the desert campsite, you can enjoy your time by riding a camel, smoking a flavored shisha, drinking the traditional Arabic coffee, enjoying the captivating belly dance and Tanura dance. Do not miss the chance to take some breathtaking pictures of the desert in your camera, especially during sunset. The colors of the setting sun on the sands would leave you mesmerized. Apart from this, you can try out the traditional costumes, get a henna tattoo and enjoy a delicious buffet dinner.
What's included
Included
- Tea and coffee
- Desert activities : Camel Ride, dune bashing (15-20 min), Belly and Tanura dance
- Buffet Barbecue Dinner (with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialties)
- Welcome Drink Ghawa with Dates
- Photographic opportunity with Arabic costumes
- Al Ayala - Welcome Dance
- Breathtaking desert view
Not included
- Quad biking & Alcohol(At an additional Cost)
What you'll see and do
Sunset photography opportunity Henna designing Shisha or hookah smoking facility Tanoura show by male artist BBQ dinner with a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes Fireshow Photographic opportunity by dressing up in Arabic dress Belly dancing Camel riding (on request with an additional charge) Al Ayala - Welcome Dance Alcohol available with an additional charge
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Premium Camp services on SIC
SIC (PREMIUM SAFARI) Pickup included
Standard Camp ON SIC
SIC (Standard) 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 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rayna Tourism
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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum Alcohol drinking age is 18 years
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions and pregnant women
- During Ramadan and Public Holidays, Camp Activities like Belly Dance, Alcohol and other shows are not be executed as per the Govt laws.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,042 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
2,042 verified traveler reviews for Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Artem Miskarian to Ozair Hussain
Amazing Desert Safari Experience with Ozair Hussain – Rayna Tours We had an amazing experience on the desert safari with Ozair Hussain from Rayna Tours. Everything was very well organised, from the pickup to the desert activities and the return journey. Ozair was very professional, friendly and helpful throughout the tour. He made sure we were comfortable and enjoyed every part of the experience. The desert views, dune bashing, sunset and overall atmosphere were unforgettable. I highly recommend Ozair Hussain and Rayna Tours to anyone looking for a fantastic desert safari experience. Excellent service and a great day from start to finish! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Response from the operator: Dear Valuable Guest, Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback about your desert safari experience with Rayna Tours. We are delighted to know that you enjoyed the dune bashing, desert views, sunset, and overall experience. It is especially wonderful to hear your kind words about Ozair Hussain. We will certainly share your appreciation with him, as recognition from our guests means a great deal to our team. Thank you for recommending Rayna Tours. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable experience in Dubai! Warm regards, Rayna Tours
via Tripadvisor
The best Safari …
The best of the best ….. Never had this kinda good experience before Thank you all
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We are thrilled to know that you had such a memorable desert safari experience with Rayna Tours. Hearing that it was one of your best experiences truly means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing Rayna Tours and for sharing your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you again for another unforgettable experience in Dubai! Warm regards, Rayna Tours
via Tripadvisor
EXCELLENT
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I visited Dubai with a family trip booked tkts from Hotel lobbyb at Four point by Shereton Bur Dubai by Ms FARIHA she was very helpfull and Professional executive we Had an amazing experience on the Dubai Desert Safari! The dune bashing was exciting, the desert views were beautiful, and the overall arrangements were excellent. The sunset in the desert was especially memorable. The dinner, cultural performances, and entertainment were also very enjoyable. The staff were friendly, professional, and helpful throughout the tour. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and definitely one of the highlights of our Dubai trip. Highly recommended! 🌅🏜️
via Tripadvisor
No Arabian culture - mainly Indian and Turkish
I did not find this to be a genuine Arabian experience. The pick up and drop off was good and on time, as well as the driver. When we arrived at the tour company's area, we had a quick run up and down a few dunes which were not as big as I've driven on in Australia. We were then taken to a shopping outlet with camel rides and dune buggy hire available. Dune buggy hire was extremely overpriced, so we opted for a short camel ride. The camels were treated kindly and semi-friendly compared to those in Egypt. We had another ride in the dunes for about 15 mins, then on to the dinner show. We then went to the dinner and show. There was nearly an hour between arrival and when dinner was ready. I was pretty disappointed with the buffet - I was expecting Arabian food and smells, instead, it was Indian and some Western food. The staff serving the buffet were being conservative with the portions they were serving. The show - I was expecting Arabian, but dances were from Turkey and areas outside the Arabian Peninsula. One thing I found amusing was when the belly dancer came on stage, suddenly all the guys paid attention, whipped out their cameras and moved up front.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely regret that your experience did not meet the high standards we strive to deliver. We take your concerns very seriously and would like to resolve this matter as quickly as possible. To assist you better, could you please share your Booking Reference Number or Bill Number. You can reach us at feedback@raynatours.com Your satisfaction is important to us, and we are committed to making this right. Warm regards, Guest Experience Team Rayna Destination Management
via Tripadvisor
Fraud - No refund after Rayna Cancelled our tour!
I had booked a desert tour through Rayna Tours. It had to be cancelled due to the Iran War. Unfortunately, we have not received a refund of the 300 Euros we paid for the tour even though it was promised to us. The support keeps requesting documents that do not exist even though they have proof of payment the the tour voucher as well as the contact information of the sales officer who booked us on the tour and keeps stalling the reimbursement process for 3 full months now which is extremely frustrating.
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for reaching out to us. We are truly regretted to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. To help us resolve the issue promptly, we kindly request you to share your Booking Reference Number or Bill Number by emailing us at feedback@raynatours.com Your feedback is important, and we appreciate your understanding as we work to make things right. Warm regards, Team Rayna
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
- Price range
- $49 to $61
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 715
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rayna Tourism, who run 4 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.6 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How does Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride 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 89. At $49 it costs less than the typical similar option ($69), so it is strong value. Best for families and couples.
Who is Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride best for?
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It suits families and couples best, based on its 6-hour length, all-ages access and free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Is Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride good value?
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Yes. It starts at $49, below the $69 typical for similar experiences in Dubai.
How much does Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride cost?
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Prices start at $49 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 In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride 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 Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 2,042 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Dubai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride?
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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 In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride 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 Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride?
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Around 715 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 Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride 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 In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride?
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Included: Tea and coffee; Desert activities : Camel Ride, dune bashing (15-20 min), Belly and Tanura dance; Buffet Barbecue Dinner (with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian specialties); Welcome Drink Ghawa with Dates; and Photographic opportunity with Arabic costumes. Not included: Quad biking & Alcohol(At an additional Cost). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 247 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 Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride 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 Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride?
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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 In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious med. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride 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 In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride?
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Across 2,042 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, organization. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Evening Desert Safari In Dubai With Dune Bashing Ride?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Premium Camp services on SIC, Standard Camp ON SIC. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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