Dubai Layover Desert Escape: Red Dunes Safari, Camel Ride, & BBQ

5.0
(17 reviews)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

4 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Got a few hours between flights or a full trip in Dubai? Take advantage of it and make the most of your time with a desert safari designed especially for travelers on a tight schedule. Get whisked straight from the airport, cruise terminal, or hotel of your own choice or one provided by Emirates Airlines.

Start with dune bashing, photos in the desert, falcon interaction, sandboarding, and camel rides. Hop on a quad bike or dune buggy for more thrill (extra cost). Choose to visit a Bedouin-style camp where you can indulge in henna painting, shisha, an international BBQ buffet with a variety of dishes, drinks, and vegetarian options available, and see iconic live shows like Belly Dance, Tanoura Dance, and a Fire Show.

Opt for a budget-friendly shared car or go private for a more relaxed, personalized experience ideal for families or older guests. Slow-track or skipping dune bashing is possible with the private car.

Witness how our tour can completely redefine your travel experience.

What's Included

UNLIMITED Mineral Water, Tea, Coffee, and Soft Drinks
Dune Bashing Safari in Red Dunes
Fire Dance Show: Designed to inspire and amaze audiences
Traditional welcome at camp with Arabic coffee 'Ghawa', Dates, and local emirati sweets
FREE Shisha facility at the camp
4WD Transportation (choose shared or private)
FREE Camel Ride (can be repeated)
Pick up and Drop off (preferred location in Dubai)
INTERNATIONAL BBQ Buffet Dinner (Vegetarian options available)
FREE Sand Boarding from high dunes
FREE Henna Painting for Ladies
FREE Pictures with Falcon
Licensed Safari English Speaking Guide
Quad Biking and Buggy (available at extra charge)
Alcohol drinks, Fruit juice, red bull, cold coffee, and other drinks (additional charge)
No belly dance during the Holy Month of Ramadan

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Explore in comfort and convenience on this tour with private, air-conditioned transportation service, including pick-up and drop-off services available at key locations like hotels, airports, cruise ports, or any spot within Dubai.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Dubai

    Your knowledgeable and professional driver will pick you up from your chosen hotel location and take you on a thrilling adventure across Dubai’s majestic sand dunes.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Lahbab

    Here you experience dune bashing through towering red dunes, some reaching heights of up to 70 feet. You'll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned Toyota Land Cruiser, expertly handled by a licensed English-speaking safari guide. Along the way, your driver will share fascinating insights into Middle Eastern culture and traditions, making the journey both exciting and enriching. Stop for incredible photos of the otherworldly desert landscape and let your guide capture memorable shots of you to treasure forever. Brace yourself for an adrenaline-fueled journey in a 4x4 off-road vehicle and experience the thrill of dune bashing as you explore the desert landscape.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Desert Safari Dubai

    As the sun sets, the desert comes alive with a host of exciting activities you could try your hand at, including sandboarding, gliding down the dunes on a board, or riding a camel, a traditional mode of transport in the desert. You will also get to Immerse yourself in Bedouin culture at a traditional desert camp, where you can enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner. The desert offers cultural performances, such as belly dancing and traditional music, adding an authentic touch to your desert experience. You can also choose to go quad biking to experience the excitement coursing through your veins as you adventure on a bumpy bike ride and try traditional customs like henna tatoos and smoking shisha.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Dubai

    Drop-off back in the city.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
Walking Tours
Layover Tours
ATV Tours
Pack Animal Tours
Bike Tours
Car Tours
Luxury Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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