Best Dubai Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner,Sand Boarding & Shows
Overview
Embark on a 6 to 7-hour Dubai Desert Safari adventure packed with thrilling activities, cultural experiences, and a delicious BBQ dinner under the stars. This top-rated tour takes place in the breathtaking Lahbab Desert, home to Dubai’s famous red sand dunes—making it one of the most scenic and unforgettable desert experiences in the UAE.
The true highlight of this best desert safari in Dubai is the adrenaline-filled 4x4 dune bashing experience. Ride deep into the desert in a Land Cruiser, as your expert driver maneuvers across towering dunes, plunging into steep valleys and climbing dune peaks—a must-do for thrill seekers.
After your desert adventure, step into a traditional Bedouin-style campsite, where culture meets comfort. Enjoy a short camel ride, try sandboarding, sip on Arabic coffee, and smoke flavored shisha in a relaxed setting. The evening comes alive with live entertainment shows, including the hypnotic Tanoura dance, belly dancing, and an electrifying fire show.
What's Included
- A short Camel Ride (can be repeated) and photograph in local costume
- Sunset Photography (Not always Guaranteed - Time and weather dependent)
- Dune Bashing & FREE Sand Boarding in Lahbab Desert (Red Dunes)
- Belly dance show, Tanura dance show and Fire show
- Buffet Dinner with BBQ (veg and non-veg) with unli beverages
- Shisha smoking (free in the shisha Area Only) & Henna painting for ladies “ Tattoo”
- Pick up and drop off by ENGLISH speaking safari guide on SHARING basis.
- Quad bike ( available to rent )Alcoholic drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Photography with Falcon and long Camel Ride (on additional Charges)
Meeting and Pickup
Inside Dubai City: Free pickup and drop-off from all hotels and residences within Dubai city limits.Outside Dubai: Pickup from Sharjah, Ajman, Jebel Ali, Bab Al Shams, Al Maha Resort, etc., can be arranged for an additional fee—contact us to confirm availability.Port Rashid Cruise Terminal: Pickup available (please share cruise details).Dubai Airport (DXB): Direct pickup not available. We can arrange from nearby hotels:Near Terminal 1: Aloft Dubai Airport Near Terminal 3: Holiday Inn Express Dubai Airport Near Terminal 3: Premier Inn Dubai International Airport HotelChildren & Infants: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Infants ride free if no separate seat is required. Dune bashing is not recommended for infants; families with infants are advised to book a private vehicle.Approximate Pickup Times:Winter (Nov–Feb): 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Summer (Mar–Oct): 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Peak Summer (Jul–Aug): 3:30 PM – 4:15 PMShared Tour Notes: Pickup times vary by hotel location and traffic. Contact the local tour operator in advance for the most accurate details.Language: Safari guide speaks English. Other languages, if listed, are provided in written form.Confirmation: Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking. A WhatsApp message will be sent the evening before your tour—ensure your phone number supports WhatsApp. Contact the operator at least 12 hours before the tour to reconfirm pickup time and location.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants are not allowed during dune bashing. Children must be accompanied by an Adult.
- It must be noted that no music or belly dance entertainment will be provided in the Holy month of Ramadan as commanded by the Government. However, fire show and the Tanoura show will not be affected as per company discretion.
- Other religious holidays as per UAE law .NO Live Entertainment ( Except Tanoura Show and Fire show. ) & Alcohol Drinks as per the guidelines of DTCM.
- This particular tour is on SIC basis . For any upgrade of private transfers and VIP service call the service provider in advance.
- It is recommended not to eat 2 before the safari trip to avoid any vomiting / sickness during the dune bashing.
- Casual, loose fitting clothing is recommended in the summer, along with a jacket in the winter.
- We kindly remind all travelers that participation in activities such as dune bashing, sandboarding, and other adventurous experiences carries certain risks. As a result, we strongly recommend that you obtain travel health insurance to cover any potential injuries, illnesses, or other unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, please ensure that you are in good physical and mental health and capable of safely participating in the tour.
- Please note that this tour is conducted in English, with an English-speaking safari guide. For other languages, we offer written guides, but not in-person translations.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04).
- A short Camel Ride (can be repeated) and photograph in local costume.
- Sunset Photography (Not always Guaranteed - Time and weather dependent).
- Dune Bashing & FREE Sand Boarding in Lahbab Desert (Red Dunes).
- Belly dance show, Tanura dance show and Fire show.
- Buffet Dinner with BBQ (veg and non-veg) with unli beverages.
- Shisha smoking (free in the shisha Area Only) & Henna painting for ladies “ Tattoo”.
- Pick up and drop off by ENGLISH speaking safari guide on SHARING basis.
- Quad bike ( available to rent )Alcoholic drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
- Photography with Falcon and long Camel Ride (on additional Charges).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Best Dubai Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner,Sand Boarding & Shows is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best Dubai Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner,Sand Boarding & Shows will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A short Camel Ride (can be repeated) and photograph in local costume
- Sunset Photography (Not always Guaranteed - Time and weather dependent)
- Dune Bashing & FREE Sand Boarding in Lahbab Desert (Red Dunes)
- Belly dance show, Tanura dance show and Fire show
- Buffet Dinner with BBQ (veg and non-veg) with unli beverages
- Shisha smoking (free in the shisha Area Only) & Henna painting for ladies “ Tattoo”
- Pick up and drop off by ENGLISH speaking safari guide on SHARING basis.
- Quad bike ( available to rent )Alcoholic drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Photography with Falcon and long Camel Ride (on additional Charges)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants are not allowed during dune bashing. Children must be accompanied by an Adult.
- It must be noted that no music or belly dance entertainment will be provided in the Holy month of Ramadan as commanded by the Government. However, fire show and the Tanoura show will not be affected as per company discretion.
- Other religious holidays as per UAE law .NO Live Entertainment ( Except Tanoura Show and Fire show. ) & Alcohol Drinks as per the guidelines of DTCM.
- This particular tour is on SIC basis . For any upgrade of private transfers and VIP service call the service provider in advance.
- It is recommended not to eat 2 before the safari trip to avoid any vomiting / sickness during the dune bashing.
- Casual, loose fitting clothing is recommended in the summer, along with a jacket in the winter.
- We kindly remind all travelers that participation in activities such as dune bashing, sandboarding, and other adventurous experiences carries certain risks. As a result, we strongly recommend that you obtain travel health insurance to cover any potential injuries, illnesses, or other unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, please ensure that you are in good physical and mental health and capable of safely participating in the tour.
- Please note that this tour is conducted in English, with an English-speaking safari guide. For other languages, we offer written guides, but not in-person translations.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
