Dubai Red Dunes Safari: Dune Bashing, Camel & BBQ

A short drive across soft red dunes, then live shows under the desert sky.

A 6-hour evening desert safari from Dubai that puts you behind the wheel of a 4x4 for dune bashing across the Lahbab Red Dunes, then anchors you at a premium camp for camel rides, henna tattoos, a full international buffet with live BBQ, and five live performances: Tanoura, belly dance, fire show, and traditional Khaleeji and Dabke dances. Pickup and drop-off from your Dubai or Sharjah hotel are included. A licensed driver handles the 4x4 while you hold on.

The experience

The day starts with a pickup from your hotel, airport, or cruise port in a 4x4 fitted with seat belts, roll bars and GPS tracking. On the drive to Lahbab, you'll take a short camel ride and pose for a photo with a falcon before the main event: 30–35 minutes of dune bashing over towering red dunes. The licensed driver handles the vehicle while you experience the pitch and roll of the terrain. A stop partway through lets you try sandboarding on the high dunes and photograph the sunset from above the desert floor.

The camp sits ready when you arrive: a spacious setup where you start with Arabic gahwa and dates, then move through henna painting and a chance to dress in traditional Arabic attire for photos. Unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee flow throughout. The buffet spreads across both vegetarian and meat options cooked live on the BBQ, with Arabic mezze, salads, traditional sweets and fresh fruit. Shisha is available in a designated area if you want it.

Five live shows run through the evening: Tanoura spinning, belly dance, fire performance, and the traditional Khaleeji and Dabke dances. The performances happen under the open sky, with the desert as the backdrop. Everything wraps before your scheduled drop-off back at your hotel or residence.

What’s included

• Hotel or residence pickup and drop-off in Dubai or Sharjah.
• a short camel ride and falcon photo opportunity.
• 30–35 minutes of dune bashing in a licensed 4x4 with a professional driver.
• sandboarding on the high red dunes with a sunset photo stop.
• welcome refreshments of Arabic gahwa and dates.
• henna tattoos and traditional Arabic costume photos.
• an international buffet dinner with live BBQ, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, Arabic mezze, salads, traditional sweets and fresh fruit.
• unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee.
• five live shows including Tanoura, belly dance, fire performance, Khaleeji and Dabke dances.
• shisha in a designated area.

Options for this experience

2 options

Evening desert safari with camel rides, falconry, BBQ dinner and shows at the Premium CampGuide in English · 14:30 and 15:00Pickup is included

Includes a 30-minute single bike rideGuide in English · 15:00BBQ dinner at the Premium Camp: this option comes with a 30-minute single quad bike ride across the open Red Dunes, plus camp activities and BBQ buffets. Pickup is included.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 14:30 and 15:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (4 to 10 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Desert Fun Tourism LLC

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the full arc of a desert evening (the adrenaline of dune bashing, the cultural moments at camp, and the live entertainment) all arranged and transported for you. The fixed schedule and included pickup mean the day holds together without you building it.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 10 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What exactly happens during the dune bashing part of the safari?

Dune bashing is 30–35 minutes of driving a 4x4 over the high, soft red dunes of Lahbab. The licensed driver controls the vehicle while you experience the terrain. A sandboarding stop and sunset photo break are built into the run.

Is the camel ride included, or do I pay extra for it?

The camel ride is included in the safari. It's a short experience that happens before the dune bashing begins, and it's part of the full package.

What kind of food and drinks are provided at the desert camp?

The camp includes Arabic gahwa with dates on arrival, then a full international buffet dinner with live BBQ featuring vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, Arabic mezze and salads, traditional sweets, fresh fruit, and unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee throughout the evening.

Will I have time to see a sunset during this tour?

Yes. A photo stop on a high dune during the dune bashing run is timed to capture the sunset over the Lahbab Red Dunes.

How long does the whole experience take from pickup to drop-off?

The full safari runs 6 hours. Pickup happens within 45 minutes before your selected time slot, depending on your location.

What should I wear and bring for dune bashing?

Wear closed sports shoes for sandboarding. Dress comfortably: light clothing in summer, and bring a jacket for winter evenings. The dune bashing itself is thrilling but not technically demanding. Moderate fitness is recommended, and eating light 2–3 hours before helps reduce motion sickness.