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Dubai Overnight Desert Safari, BBQ & Stargazing at Al Khayma Camp

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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On average, this is booked 16 (6) days in advance.

18 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This overnight desert safari in Dubai is for those who want to ‘live’ desert life in real life! Experience desert delights viz. dune bashing, camel riding, camping, bbq dinner with dance shows and stargazing with a telescope, and above all, stay overnight with a sunrise camel trek.

What's Included

  • Transportation by 4WD air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shower room facility without towels
  • Rogag (Arabic bread) & Chai (Arabic Tea) at night
  • Any other expenses not mentioned
  • Quad Bike “ ATV” & Buggy (available on request)
  • Alcoholic beverages
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Meeting and Pickup

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Complimentary pick-up is available from Dubai, Sharjah & Ajman hotels, apartments, and Cruise terminals in Dubai ( Port Rashid ) & Dubai Harbour. Dubai Airport is available from the Holiday Inn Airport hotel. Pickup from Bab Al Shams, Al Maha resort, and Jebel Ali is available for an additional fee.

What To Expect

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Dubai

We will first pick you from your hotel or location in a comfortable 4WD vehicle and will journey to the Lahbab desert.A short break... Once at the desert, we will take a 20 minutes break before your safari starts. You can relax there, availing bathroom / toilet facilities or opting a Quad bike ride, while we prepare our vehicle for the off-road dune drive.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Lahbab

Desert adventure time... Soon we go for a dune bashing ride that lasts 30-45 minutes. You can feel that peculiar excitement as your Land Cruiser climbs up and slides down the sand dunes. Then try the adventure sport - desert dubai sandboarding. Stand on the wooden board provided, balance yourself and glide over the desert sands.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Al Khayma Camp “Elite Camping & Dining Experience.”

Welcome to Al Khayma... Next we will head to Al Khayma - a Bedouin type campsite. We will lead you to your own tent (Khayma) inside the camp. Get seated there, tasting Qahwa (Arabic coffee), Gaymat (sweets), Dates, as the sign of welcome.Time for ‘desert ship ride’... Go for a Camel ride around the camp premises and depending on the time, and own luck, view the desert sunset from a high dune.Free at leisure... Back at Al Khayma Camp, spend your time trying Shisha smoking, Henna painting. Put on local Arabian cloth and pose for photos with Falcon.Enjoy a lavish barbecue buffet dinner with live entertainment shows. As night falls, the camp lights will be turned off, allowing you to feel the true essence and magic of the calm desert while enjoying a stargazing session with a telescope.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Al Khayma Camp “Elite Camping & Dining Experience.”

Experience the desert life in full with an overnight stay in the camp. We will take you on Camelback near to the camp area where a fire is arranged for you. We will then give a demonstration session on how to make Arabic coffee/tea. Relax in the night sitting by the campfire, enjoying the silence of the desert and the dark sky above. Our guide will add fun with interesting desert stories. When it’s time for sleep, we will return to the camp. Get back to your tent for a good sleep.Wake up 15 minutes earlier the sunrise time for witnessing that view. Our guide will take you to the desert on the Camel caravan, that is waiting outside the camp. Go for about 10-15 minutes Camel trekking. And capture that nice view of sunrise over sand dunes.Have a freshly cooked Arabian breakfast by 7:30 - 8:00 am, at Al Khayma - a perfect conclusion for your overnight desert safari in Dubai! Later we will drop you back at your hotel or location.
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11 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • By UAE law, pregnant ladies, anyone with back or neck pain, heart problems or other serious medical complaints and infants (under 3 years old) are not allowed during the dune bashing activity by car. (If this conditions are applicable to you, please contact our Consultant to customize your tour
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note that if your skin is sensitive to henna, it is advised not to do it.
  • Entertainment activities:- As per UAE law during the holy month of Ramadan and other religious holidays you can watch Tanoura and Fire shows only in our desert camps (Al Khayma) as there will be some restrictions for Ladies Khaliji Dance.
  • Luggage is not permitted during the tour; only a small backpack is allowed.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dubai Overnight Desert Safari, BBQ & Stargazing at Al Khayma Camp?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Transportation by 4WD air-conditioned vehicle
  • Shower room facility without towels
  • Rogag (Arabic bread) & Chai (Arabic Tea) at night
  • English-speaking licensed driver
  • Morning Camel trekking (15-20 minutes)
  • Unlimited mineral water and soft drinks
  • Camel feeding & Sunset photo stop
  • Stargazing with a telescope
  • Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee), and dates
  • Falcon Experience
  • Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour)
  • Henna painting for ladies
  • Short Camel ride (can be repeated)
  • 3-buffets dinner (Emirati, Moroccan & Arabian) from the Michelin Star restaurant, Al Khayma Heritage
  • Morning Arabic breakfast
  • Dune bashing (30-45 minutes)
  • Overnight stay in a private air-conditioned tent at Al Khayma Camp
  • Sandboarding
  • Free Wi-Fi during night at Al Khayma Camp
  • Mega Fire show, Traditional Yola dance & Falconry show
  • Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/ location
  • Any other expenses not mentioned
  • Quad Bike “ ATV” & Buggy (available on request)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tipping

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • By UAE law, pregnant ladies, anyone with back or neck pain, heart problems or other serious medical complaints and infants (under 3 years old) are not allowed during the dune bashing activity by car. (If this conditions are applicable to you, please contact our Consultant to customize your tour
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is highly recommended that you eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid sickness during the dune bashing.
  • We highly recommend having international travel insurance, as self-driving activities carry inherent risks that may lead to serious injury. Coverage for such incidents is typically provided only through your personal insurance.
  • All desert safari drivers are well trained and licensed for safari drives. The 4WD vehicles are fully insured and well equipped with all necessary safety features, such as roll bars, seat belts, government trackers, GPS, GMS, and a First Aid box
  • OceanAir Travels shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, sickness or injury.
  • Please wear sports shoes for safe sand boarding.
  • Casual, loose fitting clothing is recommended in the summer, along with a jacket in the winter
  • Please note that if your skin is sensitive to henna, it is advised not to do it.
  • Entertainment activities:- As per UAE law during the holy month of Ramadan and other religious holidays you can watch Tanoura and Fire shows only in our desert camps (Al Khayma) as there will be some restrictions for Ladies Khaliji Dance.
  • Luggage is not permitted during the tour; only a small backpack is allowed.
  • Pickup will be 45min prior to your selected departure time. Please be ready at the hotel lobby on time
  • A passport copy is required for all tourists and IDcard copy is required for all residents (Soft or hard copies are accepted)
  • Pick-up timing is subject to change due to the emerging summer heat: 1 hour earlier in the morning and 1 hour later in the afternoon. A notification shall be sent in advance in the case of any change.
  • If your departure flight is on the same day, please make sure to check the time carefully and inform us in advance.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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