What time is pickup and how long is the Evening Desert Safari?

Pickup is 2:00-2:30 PM and drop-off is 9:00-9:30 PM. The whole trip takes about 6.5 hours, including hotel transfers. Exact times depend on season and your area, and we confirm them on WhatsApp.

What is included in the Evening Desert Safari?

Included: 4x4 Land Cruiser hotel pickup and drop-off; Dune bashing in the Lahbab red dunes (25-30 min); Sandboarding; Sunset photo stop; Short camel ride; Welcome Arabic coffee (gahwa), dates and luqaimat; BBQ buffet dinner, veg and non-veg; Belly dance, Tanoura and fire show; Henna painting; Arabic costume photos; Shisha in the designated area; Unlimited water, soft drinks, tea and coffee. Not included: Alcohol, Tips, Table shisha service.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup; within 24 hours the full amount is charged.

Under 3 years free. Ages 3-10 pay the child rate. 11+ pay the adult rate. UAE rules don't allow children under 3, pregnant guests or people with back or heart problems on shared dune bashing. Choose a private car and ask for a gentle drive, or skip the dune bashing.

Is it a shared or private tour?

This is a shared tour: you share a Land Cruiser with up to 7 guests. If you want the car to yourselves, the private version costs one price for up to 6 guests. Groups of 3-6 often pay about the same.

Is vegetarian food available?

Yes. Every dinner has vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, and Jain or vegan meals can be arranged if you tell us when you book.

EVENING · SHARED

Evening Desert Safari

The classic Dubai desert evening: dune bashing, sunset, camp, BBQ and live shows in one trip.

AED 99 per personAED 150

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AT A GLANCE

Price: AED 99 per person
Duration: 6.5 hours
Pickup: 2:00-2:30 PM
Drop-off: 9:00-9:30 PM
Group: Shared, max 7 per car

About this tour

The classic Dubai desert evening: dune bashing, sunset, camp, BBQ and live shows in one trip. The Evening Desert Safari is AED 99 per person (regular AED 150), lasts about 6.5 hours and is best for first-time visitors, budget travellers, solo travellers and friends.

What's included

4x4 Land Cruiser hotel pickup and drop-off
Dune bashing in the Lahbab red dunes (25-30 min)
Sandboarding
Sunset photo stop
Short camel ride
Welcome Arabic coffee (gahwa), dates and luqaimat
BBQ buffet dinner, veg and non-veg
Belly dance, Tanoura and fire show
Henna painting
Arabic costume photos
Shisha in the designated area
Unlimited water, soft drinks, tea and coffee

Optional add-ons

+Quad bike 30 min (add-on)
+Dune buggy (add-on)
+VIP seating upgrade

Not included

Alcohol
Tips
Table shisha service

How the day runs

2:00-2:30 PMPickup from your hotel or home in a 4x4 Land Cruiser

+45 minArrive at the Lahbab red dunes. Short stop while the driver lowers tyre pressure (restrooms available)

Golden hourDune bashing over the red dunes, then sandboarding and a sunset photo stop

SunsetArrive at camp: Arabic coffee, dates, camel ride, henna and costume photos

After darkBBQ dinner, then belly dance, Tanoura and fire shows

9:00-9:30 PMDrive back and drop-off at your hotel

Who it's for

Best for first-time visitors, budget travellers, solo travellers and friends. Not ideal for guests who want a quiet, private desert (choose a private car).

Pickup areas

Free pickup from hotels and homes across Dubai, including Dubai Marina, JBR (Jumeirah Beach Residence), Palm Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Jumeirah & Umm Suqeim, Al Barsha, JLT (Jumeirah Lake Towers), Deira, Bur Dubai & Karama. Sharjah and Ajman pickups are available too. Send your location pin on WhatsApp.

How to book

1Tap WhatsApp and send your date, number of guests and hotel or area
2We confirm availability and the exact pickup time, usually within minutes
3Nothing to pay online: pay the driver on pickup (cash or card)
4Your driver messages you on WhatsApp 30 minutes before pickup

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FAQs

The Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner costs AED 99 per person (~USD 27). You pay on pickup, and there are no hidden charges.

Why guests book with us

Licensed Dubai tour operator (Lic No 4418214) running desert trips since 2014
594+ Google reviews and 610+ on Tripadvisor. Guests often name our guides Wajid, Asghar, Ali and Imdad
The price you see is the price you pay. There are no pressure upsells at the camp, and every add-on is listed with its price
Clean, insured Toyota Land Cruisers with roll cages, seat belts, GPS tracking and a first-aid kit
Pay on pickup in cash or by card. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup; within 24 hours the full amount is charged.
WhatsApp replies in minutes, 7 days a week

594+ Google · 610+ Tripadvisor

Guests most often mention our guides by name, the clean Land Cruisers and quick WhatsApp replies.

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Sarah M.

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2 weeks ago

Absolutely incredible evening desert safari! Our guide Wajid was amazing — so knowledgeable and fun. The dune bashing was thrilling but felt safe the whole time. BBQ dinner was delicious with great entertainment. Highly recommend!

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James T.

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1 month ago

Booked the morning safari for our family of 5. Pickup was on time, the Land Cruiser was clean and comfortable. The kids loved the quad biking add-on. Great value for money — we'll be back for the overnight trip next time.

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Aisha K.

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3 weeks ago

Best desert safari experience in Dubai! We did the VIP package and it was worth every dirham. Sofa seating, 5-star buffet, and private dune bashing session. Asghar our guide was professional and spoke perfect Arabic.

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Michael R.

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1 week ago

The dune buggy adventure was the highlight of our Dubai trip. Professional safety briefing, top-quality Polaris RZR buggies, and an incredible route through the red dunes. Ali was an excellent lead guide. 10/10!

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Priya S.

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2 months ago

Great evening safari with good value. The camp was well-organized, food was tasty, and the live shows were entertaining. Only minor issue was a slight delay in pickup but the team communicated well via WhatsApp.

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David L.

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3 days ago

Booked the private desert safari for our anniversary. Imdad our driver was fantastic — he made the experience special. Private dune bashing, sunset photos, and a dedicated table at the camp. Perfect evening!

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