Dubai Desert Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner Show
Overview
Experience the best of Dubai beyond the skyscrapers with an unforgettable Dubai Desert Safari tour. This thrilling adventure takes you deep into the Arabian Desert, where you’ll enjoy dune bashing in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, a peaceful camel ride across golden sands, and a traditional Bedouin-style desert camp.
Your evening desert safari includes live entertainment shows like Tanoura dance, belly dancing, and a mesmerizing fire show, along with henna painting, shisha (hookah), and a mouth-watering BBQ buffet dinner under the stars.
Upgrade your safari with optional quad biking, dune buggy rides, or private VIP seating for added luxury. Enjoy private hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned Land Cruiser for maximum comfort.
This evening Dubai desert safari is one of the top-rated things to do in Dubai and perfect for couples, families, and group travelers. Don’t forget your camera—this once-in-a-lifetime experience in the Dubai desert will leave you with unforgettable memories!
What's Included
- Traditional henna painting for women and Shisha in the designated smoking area.
- Sunset photo stop – subject to weather conditions
- Arabic costume photography – dress up and take your own photos
- Unlimited refreshments: soft drinks, mineral water, coffee & tea at the campsite
- Buffet dinner with BBQ. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Dune bashing experience with optional sand boarding activity
- Free short camel ride. Long camel trek at additional cost
- Live entertainment shows: Belly Dance, Tanoura Dance Show and Fire show
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off by English-speaking safari guide
- Alcoholic beverages, Souvenir photos, gift items and souvenirs (available for purchase)
- Photography with Falcon (available at an additional charge)
- Shisha (Hookah) served at your table for an additional cost
- Quad Bike & ATV ride (extra charge if Quad Bike option not is not selected.
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.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to the adventurous nature of this trip, below 3 years old and pregnant women are not allowed during dune bashing for safety reason They can join the other program but they have to skip dune bashing and sand boarding activity.
- Infants can join for free if seated on an adult’s lap. If you prefer a child seat for added comfort and safety, please book an additional adult seat, and we will provide the child seat
- Dune bashing is not recommended for pregnant women, elderly guests, or those with heart/back problems. Please inform us during booking so we can adjust your experience.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times during the safari experience.
- During the Holy Month of Ramadan and Dry Days, entertainment and alcohol will not be available in accordance with UAE government regulations.
- FAQ1. Is dune bashing safe? Yes, our experienced drivers are licensed and trained to perform dune bashing safely using well-maintained 4x4 vehicles.
- FAQQ2. Can I skip the dune bashing? Yes, please inform us in advance if you wish to avoid dune bashing. You can wait at the meeting point and later on join the group before proceeding to the camp
- FAQQ3. What should I wear for the desert safari? Comfortable clothes, sandals or sneakers, and a light jacket in winter are ideal. Avoid wearing shorts or skirts if you plan to try camel riding or sandboarding.
- FAQ4. What kind of food is served? A BBQ buffet dinner is served with both veg and non-veg options, including grilled meats, salads, rice, breads, and desserts.
- FAQ5. What kind of entertainment is included? Live performances include Belly Dancing, Tanoura Show, and Fire Show (subject to seasonal regulations and dry days).
- FAQ6. Are children allowed on the Desert Safari? Yes, children are welcome. Infants can join for free if they do not require a separate seat. However, infants less than 3 years are not allowed to join the dune bashing activity.
- FAQ7. What if I miss my pickup for the Desert Safari? ❗ Please be ready at least 15 minutes before your pickup time. Late arrivals may be marked as no-shows, and refunds will not be applicable.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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).
- Traditional henna painting for women and Shisha in the designated smoking area.
- Sunset photo stop – subject to weather conditions.
- Arabic costume photography – dress up and take your own photos.
- Unlimited refreshments: soft drinks, mineral water, coffee & tea at the campsite.
- Buffet dinner with BBQ. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
- Dune bashing experience with optional sand boarding activity.
- Free short camel ride. Long camel trek at additional cost.
- Live entertainment shows: Belly Dance, Tanoura Dance Show and Fire show.
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off by English-speaking safari guide.
- Alcoholic beverages, Souvenir photos, gift items and souvenirs (available for purchase).
- Photography with Falcon (available at an additional charge).
- Shisha (Hookah) served at your table for an additional cost.
- Quad Bike & ATV ride (extra charge if Quad Bike option not is not selected.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dubai Desert Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner Show is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to the adventurous nature of this trip, below 3 years old and pregnant women are not allowed during dune bashing for safety reason They can join the other program but they have to skip dune bashing and sand boarding activity.
- Infants can join for free if seated on an adult’s lap. If you prefer a child seat for added comfort and safety, please book an additional adult seat, and we will provide the child seat
- Dune bashing is not recommended for pregnant women, elderly guests, or those with heart/back problems. Please inform us during booking so we can adjust your experience.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dubai Desert Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel Ride & BBQ Dinner Show 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
- Traditional henna painting for women and Shisha in the designated smoking area.
- Sunset photo stop – subject to weather conditions
- Arabic costume photography – dress up and take your own photos
- Unlimited refreshments: soft drinks, mineral water, coffee & tea at the campsite
- Buffet dinner with BBQ. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Dune bashing experience with optional sand boarding activity
- Free short camel ride. Long camel trek at additional cost
- Live entertainment shows: Belly Dance, Tanoura Dance Show and Fire show
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off by English-speaking safari guide
- Alcoholic beverages, Souvenir photos, gift items and souvenirs (available for purchase)
- Photography with Falcon (available at an additional charge)
- Shisha (Hookah) served at your table for an additional cost
- Quad Bike & ATV ride (extra charge if Quad Bike option not is not selected.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to the adventurous nature of this trip, below 3 years old and pregnant women are not allowed during dune bashing for safety reason They can join the other program but they have to skip dune bashing and sand boarding activity.
- Infants can join for free if seated on an adult’s lap. If you prefer a child seat for added comfort and safety, please book an additional adult seat, and we will provide the child seat
- Dune bashing is not recommended for pregnant women, elderly guests, or those with heart/back problems. Please inform us during booking so we can adjust your experience.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times during the safari experience.
- During the Holy Month of Ramadan and Dry Days, entertainment and alcohol will not be available in accordance with UAE government regulations.
- FAQ1. Is dune bashing safe? Yes, our experienced drivers are licensed and trained to perform dune bashing safely using well-maintained 4x4 vehicles.
- FAQQ2. Can I skip the dune bashing? Yes, please inform us in advance if you wish to avoid dune bashing. You can wait at the meeting point and later on join the group before proceeding to the camp
- FAQQ3. What should I wear for the desert safari? Comfortable clothes, sandals or sneakers, and a light jacket in winter are ideal. Avoid wearing shorts or skirts if you plan to try camel riding or sandboarding.
- FAQ4. What kind of food is served? A BBQ buffet dinner is served with both veg and non-veg options, including grilled meats, salads, rice, breads, and desserts.
- FAQ5. What kind of entertainment is included? Live performances include Belly Dancing, Tanoura Show, and Fire Show (subject to seasonal regulations and dry days).
- FAQ6. Are children allowed on the Desert Safari? Yes, children are welcome. Infants can join for free if they do not require a separate seat. However, infants less than 3 years are not allowed to join the dune bashing activity.
- FAQ7. What if I miss my pickup for the Desert Safari? ❗ Please be ready at least 15 minutes before your pickup time. Late arrivals may be marked as no-shows, and refunds will not be applicable.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
