Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner worth booking?
Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner is a 9.5-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $2000 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 9.5 hours
- From
- $2000 per person
This full-day Exciting trip covers the most famous areas of the city and gives you an idea of the lifestyle back in the day and today lifestyle and shows the difference of old and modern cities and gives information abou
What you get
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
This full-day Exciting trip covers the most famous areas of the city and gives you an idea of the lifestyle back in the day and today lifestyle and shows the difference of old and modern cities and gives information about culture history and development of the region. First half of the day: we do sightseeing tour from Old Dubai Creekside, a water taxi ride, visit of souks Gold & Spice, Jumeirah mosque, Burj Al Arab, Madinat Jumeirah, Palm Jumeirah, The Point, Beach, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa downtown Dubai. Second Half of the day: We do the most recommended tour of Dubai Desert safari with BBQ dinner after picking you from downtown its 45 minutes ride to Lahbab desert red sand dunes where we will do dune bashing and a quick stop to flat tires and give you break use restrooms or ride a rental quad bike not included in package, after dune bashing we take you Khyama (campsite) where you will enjoy camel ride live shows belly dance, fire show, Tanura show, BBQ dinner.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What you'll see and do
Dubai Creek
Dubai creek visit which dividing city in 2 parts Old souk and Creekside photo stop
25 minutes here
Bur Dubai Abra Station
Taking an Abra Ride going across the creek from Bur Dubai to Deira (water taxi ride)
15 minutes here · Admission included
Dubai Spice Souk
Getting idea of local flavors we will visit spice market at old town more to get an idea about local life style.
30 minutes here
Gold Souk
Dubai is well known as city of gold which is just walking distance from spice souk where you going to find 600 retailers and wholesalers dealing in gold and precious stone jewelry.
30 minutes here
Jumeirah Mosque
One of the very popular mosque in Dubai which welcome visitors in morning from 10am to 11am with pre booking system, we will have a quick photo stop there
15 minutes here · Admission not included
Burj Al Arab
Iconic building of Dubai known as 7star hotel we will stop there for photos on entrance.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Souk Madinat Jumeirah By Dubai Retail
Madinat Jumeirah is city in the city with hotel souk dining & hotels a nice place to visit to have some beautiful photos as its closer to Burj Sal Arab with nice view.
30 minutes here
Palm Jumeirah
We will take a drive on Palm Jumeirah and visit the point to have nice view of Atlantis the Palm.
Pass by without stopping
The Pointe
The point is a very nice place located on palm jumeirah where you can have dining and shopping experience. we have a beautiful beach at the point as well with nice view of Atlantis the palm.
30 minutes here
The Dubai Mall
we will visit Dubai mall the largest shopping center in the world where you can have break for lunch if you want.
120 minutes here
United Arab Emirates
From Dubai mall downtown we can have a beautiful view of Burj Khalifa for stunning photos.
15 minutes here
After first half sightseeing tour late we will proceed for Desert safari with BBQ dinner including Dune bashing camel ride Khyma Arabic tenet experience where you can enjoy live shows like belly dancing, Tanura show, Fire show, sheesha smoking pipe, henna tattooing, you can wear Arabic costumes for photos, and enjoy BBQ dinner.
45 minutes here · Admission included
break for 45 minutes to fresh up at a station where you can use toilets buy drinks hot and cold and can rent quad bikes (ATV) for 30 minutes at own expense's
45 minutes here
While break we will deflate tires to have good performance of jeep in desert we will start dune bashing in highest red dunes in Dubai to at joy bumpy ride to the trip for 30 minutes.
30 minutes here
while dune bashing we do a photo stop to capture sunset and the natural beauty of desert to add beautiful moment of trip.
20 minutes here
Al Awir
Khyma desert campsite where rest of activities taking place like a short camel ride, starters tea coffee dates and snacks, water and soft drinks soda, you can do henna tattooing last for week only on you hands, you can wear Arabic attire for male/female to take photos, Sheesha smoking pipe sharing basis, live activities like Tanura show, Emarati dance, Belly dance and fire show while enjoying live shows there will be open Buffet with BBQ later after camping we will drop you back to your place.
3 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mexplorer Tourism L.L.C
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
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Memorable trip with lot of fun
They are very hospitable and all the team is very supportive and comfortable to travel with them , we enjoyed a lot it was really fun filled and adventurous. They have in depth knowledge about Dubai , Abu Dhabi tourism so we rate 10/ 10 thanks to Kashif’s bhai and his team
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly happy to hear that you found our team hospitable, supportive, and comfortable to travel with. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the fun-filled and adventurous experience. We’re glad our in-depth knowledge of Dubai and Abu Dhabi tourism helped make your trip memorable. Your 10/10 rating is highly appreciated and motivates us to keep delivering the best experiences to our guests. A special thank you for mentioning Mr.Kashif one of our senior Mexplorer team and the rest of Mexplorer team, we are grateful for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit! Warm regards, Mexplorer Tours Dubai
via Tripadvisor
Amazing desert safari
The trip was very excellent and fun.. he was amazing with us and he took the time to explain anything we wanted to know and he really polite and nice.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent and fun trip. It's great to know that our guide provided you with a memorable experience and took the time to explain everything you wanted to know. We pride ourselves on having polite and knowledgeable team members, and we're glad that came through in your trip. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Exciting adventure… Desert Tour
This tour was exciting, scary and so much fun. Hold your breath and enjoy. The desert is a must see and the views are breathtaking. Going up and down the sand dunes is s trip not to miss
Response from the operator: Thank you very much dear Mam for your valuable reviews its really matter to us. we are happy to hear that your trip was good with us we always try to serve better to keep our guests happy and value there time and money.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9.5 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
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner cost?
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Prices start at $2000 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 Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner take?
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Plan for about 9.5 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 Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 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 Private: Dubai's Highlights & 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 Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private: Dubai's Highlights & Desert safari with BBQ dinner?
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Around 1 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 9.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private: Dubai's Highlights & 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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