VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 114 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner worth booking?
VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner is a 6.5-hour experience in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from $89 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 114 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (114)
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- From
- $89 per person
Experience the brilliant red dunes of the Red Dune desert. Surf down the steep, sandy desert dunes on a sand board. Explore the desert on a camel ride and capture idyllic photos of the sunset Savor the flavors of a tradi
What you get
- DAY LIGHT - Camel Ride for 150 meters (can be repeated)
- Pickup & drop from Dubai-sharjah-ajman
- A 7 course BBQ dinner- Vegetarian food available. Jain food on request
- FREE Sand Board, Henna, Shesha at the tent, toilet facilities. live dance performances
- Thrilling Adventure Safari 4x4 SUV dune bashing in the high dunes to offer maximum thrill
- Arabic Welcome with Ghawa (Arabic coffee) Dates and Luquimat Emirati swee
About this experience
Experience the brilliant red dunes of the Red Dune desert. Surf down the steep, sandy desert dunes on a sand board. Explore the desert on a camel ride and capture idyllic photos of the sunset Savor the flavors of a traditional barbecue meal and snacks.
What's included
Included
- DAY LIGHT - Camel Ride for 150 meters (can be repeated)
- Pickup & drop from Dubai-sharjah-ajman
- A 7 course BBQ dinner- Vegetarian food available. Jain food on request
- FREE Sand Board, Henna, Shesha at the tent, toilet facilities. live dance performances
- Thrilling Adventure Safari 4x4 SUV dune bashing in the high dunes to offer maximum thrill
- Arabic Welcome with Ghawa (Arabic coffee) Dates and Luquimat Emirati swee
Not included
- Souvenirs, Alcohol, Fruit juice, red bull, cost additionally 10usd approximately
- VIP upgrades and Lounge approximately 15usd
- personal expense on shopping etc
What you'll see and do
Enjoy a fully-immersive desert adventure tour with a sunset camel ride, sandboarding, live entertainment, and a lavish barbecue dinner. Partake in local customs like shisha and henna tattooing. Begin your Dubai desert safari with a Thrilling drive to the Red Dunes. Hold tight and feel the adrenaline rush as your experienced safari captain rushes the dune-bashing vehicle through the sloping sand dunes. Climb to the top and slide down on a sandboard for an additional shot of excitement. Relax in Bedouin camp as you enjoy soft drinks, water, and Arabic tea or coffee . Wear a traditional Kandura and Abaya, and get ready for a camel ride in the open desert. Participants proceed to the Desert camp, will continue to enjoy some entertainment shows (Tanoura, Belly & Khaliji Dance, and Fire show) and have a delicious BBQ dinner at the camp. As the tour comes to an end you will be dropped back to your hotel/building
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dubai
Just exit the roundabout and keep moving straight for 600 meters you can see 02 emirates flags on your right side stay there and contact the coordinator number which is provided in booking details
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Just exit the roundabout and keep moving straight for 600 meters you can see 02 emirates flags on your right side stay there and contact the coordinator number which is provided in booking details
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, hi, en, fr, ur
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- RoyalTour
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 114 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
114 verified traveler reviews for VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent experience
Desert Safari trip with Jawad was amazing. Ours guide was competent, helpful and friendly. Me and my friend had excellent experience. I’m highly recommended this trip and if you can ask for Jawad .
via Tripadvisor
Avoid!
Avoid! This experience looks nothing like the photos at all. It is not the type of sand dunes you expect. The ‘dune bashing’ is a quick 5 minute drive across some sand to a very tired/old entertainment venue. Inside the venue is extremely basic and dated. They try to upsell AS SOON as you get there. Placing things in your hand/on your head and demanding money. When we said “no thank you” they kept trying to put it on. The host then says that your “VIP” experience isn’t VIP and you need to pay more. We had already paid £150 and they were saying to have actual seats and real bbq food we would have to pay $15 per person more. We decided not to pay the extra. This was terrible. The food in the ‘peasents section’ as we called it, was horrible. There were guests from all over the world and everyone was complaining about the food. It was definitely not 7 courses and was NOT a bbq. Everything was chargeable. The ‘unlimited’ soft drinks were only served whilst we had a plate of food, but drinks were practically inedible with the amount of watering down. Speaking to other guests, they told us they paid A LOT less than us (69 aed per person - equivalent to about £70 for the 5 of us - we paid over £150 via trip advisor!!). People were saying we definitely should have been entitled to the ACTUAL VIP section. We repeatedly asked Mr Ali and he said no we didn’t pay for VIP and if we wanted to we’d have to pay more. The entertainment was not entertaining. My children (15, 12 and 9) were not entertained at all. We left the evening early and went back to our hotel as it was horrible. We had to get KFC on the way home as we were all really hungry.
via Tripadvisor
Best
Very good experience of duning bashing in the dessert. Good vehicle … Land cruiser Mr. Ali was very co operative amd humble.. and also a very good dunes driver.. We enjoyed his guidance.. Thank you Arabian journeys for the experience .
via Tripadvisor
Great afternoon in the desert with friends
We had a great afternoon with Adil taking us out to the Desert Safari today. Food and Service was very, very good. Adil was always on hand to help us around and make sure we were taken to the right spots and also got out very quickly.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing
Amazing service .. mr. Mehtab was a great guide and took us everywhere ...looking forwqrd to plan next trip camel ride dune bashing the bike ride was marvellous
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $89 to $129
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 40
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dubai.
How much does VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner cost?
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Prices start at $89 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 VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner take?
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Plan for about 6.5 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 VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 114 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 VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & 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 VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & BBQ Dinner?
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Around 40 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 6.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does VIP Desert Safari Camel Ride Sand Boarding & 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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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.
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