ATV Riding in Dubai: 30–40 Minutes of Dune Bashing
Operate Your Own Quad Through the Red Dunes, Then Settle Into a Desert Camp for the Night
ATV riding in Dubai combines a 30–40 minute quad bike session across Lahbab Desert's red dunes with an evening at a premium desert camp. You operate the quad yourself under professional guidance, then transition to camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting and live entertainment, finishing with a BBQ buffet dinner. The quad ride is optional. The base package includes dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle driven by a licensed professional, plus all camp activities and transport from your hotel.
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Dubai Desert Safari and Evening Entertainment
- Hotel pick-up in air-conditioned 4x4
- Drive to Lahbab Desert red dunes
- Enjoy 30-40 minutes dune bashing
- Optional quad biking experience
- Try camel rides and sandboarding
- Get henna painting and falcon photos
- Arrive at premium desert camp
- Welcome with Arabic gahwa and dates
- Explore camp and dress in traditional outfits
- Relax with tea, coffee, soft drinks
- Watch live belly, Tanura, Khaleeji, Debke dances
- Enjoy BBQ buffet dinner with refreshments
- See spectacular fire dance show
- Return transfer to hotel
What’s included
- Hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off in a 4x4 Land Cruiser.
- 30–40 minutes of dune bashing with a licensed professional driver.
- optional quad bike ride with helmet and safety gear.
- camel ride, sandboarding, henna tattoo and falcon photo at the Bedouin camp.
- five live entertainment shows including belly dance, Tanura dance, Khaleeji and Debke folk dances, and fire show.
- BBQ buffet dinner with Arabic and international dishes, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
- unlimited tea, coffee, soft drinks, Arabic sweets and fresh fruit.
- Arabic gahwa and dates upon arrival at the camp.
Times
- Every day 14:00
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The experience
The day starts with hotel pickup in a 4x4 Land Cruiser, then heads into Lahbab Desert for 30–40 minutes of dune bashing with an expert driver at the wheel. If you add the quad bike option, you'll ride your own ATV across the red dunes after the initial vehicle run: helmets and safety gear are provided, and a trained professional guides the experience. Closed sports shoes are required for both the dune bashing and the quad ride, and eating light a few hours before helps with motion sickness on the rougher terrain.
The camp itself sits in a traditional Bedouin setting where you're welcomed with Arabic gahwa and fresh dates. Between the activities (camel rides, sandboarding, henna tattoos, and photos with a falcon). You can wander the lit grounds, dress in traditional Arabic outfits, or relax in the shisha corner. The live entertainment runs through the evening: belly dance, Tanura dance, Khaleeji and Debke folk dances, and a fire show. Dinner is a buffet with both Arabic and international BBQ dishes, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, plus unlimited tea, coffee, soft drinks and Arabic sweets.
The whole experience runs about 7 hours from pickup to drop-off. Max 6 travelers ride per vehicle, so the group stays small. If weather forces a cancellation, you can reschedule or get a full refund. Infants can travel free on an adult's lap. A separate infant seat costs extra.
Is this one for you?Choose the quad bike option if you want to control the ATV yourself across the dunes rather than ride as a passenger in the 4x4: the professional guidance and safety setup make it accessible even for first-time riders. The base package without the quad works well if you prefer to experience the dunes from the vehicle and spend your energy on the camp activities and entertainment instead.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Arabic.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.
How long is the actual quad bike ride in the desert?
The quad bike ride lasts 30–40 minutes across the red dunes of Lahbab Desert. You operate the ATV yourself with a trained professional guiding the experience, and helmets plus safety gear are provided.
What happens at the desert camp after the dune bashing?
At the premium desert camp, you enjoy camel rides, sandboarding, henna painting, and a photo opportunity with a falcon. Live entertainment includes belly dancing, Tanura dance, folk dances and a fire show, with a BBQ buffet dinner served between performances.
Is the quad bike ride included in the base package or is it optional?
The quad bike ride is optional and can be added at checkout. The base package includes dune bashing in a 4x4 vehicle driven by a professional, plus all camp activities, entertainment and dinner.
What's included in the dinner at the desert camp?
Dinner is an international BBQ buffet with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, plus unlimited tea, coffee, soft drinks, Arabic sweets and fresh fruit. Arabic gahwa and dates are served when you arrive at the camp.
Does the price include pickup from my hotel?
Yes, hotel pickup in a 4x4 Land Cruiser is included, along with drop-off at your selected location in Dubai. You can arrange pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal.
What should I wear for the quad bike and sandboarding?
Wear closed sports shoes for both activities. Light, comfortable clothing works best. Bring a jacket for winter evenings. Henna is optional and should be avoided if you have sensitive skin.
ATV Riding in Dubai: 30–40 Minutes of Dune Bashing
7h · EN +1 · at your hotel
from AED 207 per person
≈ US$ 55 in your currency
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