Evening Desert Safari Dubai: Dune Bashing & BBQ Under Stars
You sandboard down the dunes at sunset, then eat under the stars with live entertainment.
An evening desert safari in Dubai combines dune bashing across Lahbab's red sand dunes, a camel ride, henna painting, and a full BBQ dinner buffet at a desert camp with live shows. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the guide speaks English, Hindi or Arabic. The experience runs about eight hours from late afternoon into the evening.
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Step-by-step itinerary
Desert safari with activities and dinner
- Drive 1 hour to desert meeting point
- Experience 30-minute dune bashing
- Dune bashing and sandboarding in Lahbab desert
- Enjoy BBQ dinner and belly dance
- Participate in camp activities and shows
- Relax on 45-minute return drive to hotel
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned 4x4 Land Cruiser from anywhere in Dubai or Sharjah.
- dune bashing in a professional 4x4 with an expert driver.
- camel ride in traditional Bedouin style.
- sandboarding on the red dunes.
- sunset photography opportunity.
- henna painting for women.
- Arabic costume photography for men and women.
- welcome refreshments of Arabic coffee, dates, tea, and soft drinks.
- unlimited soft drinks and mineral water throughout the evening.
- full BBQ dinner buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
- live entertainment including belly dance, Tanoura dance, and fire show.
- professional English-speaking guide (Hindi and Arabic also available).
- separate toilet facilities at the camp.
Times
- Every day 14:00
Before you book
Operated by AL khaima tours
Prices and times updated 11 days ago
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The experience
The day starts with a one-hour drive from your Dubai or Sharjah hotel through the Arabian desert to the meeting point. Once there, you climb into a 4x4 Land Cruiser with an experienced driver and head straight into the red dunes of Lahbab for the dune bashing: the vehicle pitches and rolls across the sand while you grip the handle and feel the rush. The driver knows how to read the terrain and keeps the pace thrilling without tipping. Stops happen at the best photo spots so you can capture the landscape and yourself against it.
Between drives, you get time on the golden dunes to try sandboarding, watch the sunset, and catch your breath. Back at the camp, the evening unfolds with activities: a camel ride in the traditional Bedouin style, henna painting (for women), and a photo session in Arabic costume if you want one. The crew welcomes you with Arabic coffee, dates, and tea when you arrive, and soft drinks and water flow throughout the night.
Dinner is a full buffet of grilled meat, vegetarian dishes, and sides, eaten under the open sky. Live entertainment runs while you eat: belly dance, Tanoura dance, and a fire show. The return drive to your hotel takes 45 minutes and includes traditional local music. You can add a falcon photography session at the camp, or purchase alcoholic drinks and souvenirs if you choose. Vegan options and allergy accommodations can be arranged with advance notice.
Is this one for you?Book the private car option if your group wants the dune bashing and dinner without sharing the vehicle with other travelers. The standard shared safari works just as well for couples or solo travelers who don't mind company on the drive and at the camp.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Hindi and Arabic.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (1 to 3 years): free.
What exactly is dune bashing, and is it rough on the body?
Dune bashing is driving a 4x4 across the red sand dunes of Lahbab at speed, pitching and rolling with the terrain. The vehicle is built for it and the driver is experienced, but the motion can be intense: people with motion sickness, recent injuries, or spinal cord issues should avoid it. Children under three cannot take part in the dune driving, though they can join the rest of the camp activities.
Do I need to book a private vehicle, or can I go in a shared group?
You choose at checkout: private cars hold up to five or six people, or you can book the standard Dubai Desert Safari option, which is a shared group experience. The activities and dinner are the same either way.
Is alcohol included, and what about vegetarian food?
The BBQ dinner includes vegetarian options as part of the buffet. Alcoholic drinks are not included but available to purchase at the camp. Vegan options can be arranged if you request them when you book. Note that during Ramadan, there is no belly dance performance and no alcohol service.
What time does the safari start and end?
The experience runs about eight hours total, starting with pickup from your hotel in late afternoon and ending with drop-off after the evening entertainment and dinner. The exact timing depends on your hotel location and the sunset time on your date.
Is the camel ride included, or is it an add-on?
The camel ride is included as part of the standard evening safari experience. It is a traditional Bedouin-style ride at the desert camp, not an extra cost.
Can I add activities like quad biking or falcon photography?
Falcon photography is available as a short session at the camp and can be added when you book. Quad biking is available as a separate package option at checkout. Both are optional add-ons to the main safari.
Evening Desert Safari Dubai: Dune Bashing & BBQ Under Stars
8h · EN +2 · at your hotel
from AED 159 per person
≈ US$ 44 in your currency
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