Viator Rating : 5 (14 reviews)
Dubai
Dubai Desert Safari: Camel Ride, BBQ & Shows!
390
Overview
Experience the magic of the Evening Desert Safari Dubai with Camel Riding & BBQ Buffet Dinner! This adventure is perfect for families, friends, and anyone wanting a taste of the Arabian Desert.
Imagine riding across golden dunes and feeling the thrill of dune bashing in a 4x4 Land Cruiser. Then, relax with a peaceful camel ride and try sandboarding down the soft dunes. As the sun sets, you'll head to a traditional desert camp. Here, a tasty BBQ buffet dinner awaits you, with live cooking stations and yummy food for everyone. You can watch belly dance, fire, and Tanoura shows, get a henna tattoo, and even dress up in Arabic clothes!
This tour includes pick-up and drop-off from your home or hotel, unlimited soft drinks, and a taste of real Arabian culture. It's a mix of adventure, good food, and lots of fun under the desert stars! 
Highlights
Dune Bashing Fun: Get your heart pumping with thrilling dune bashing in a 4x4 Land Cruiser!
Camel Ride Adventure: Enjoy a peaceful camel ride across the beautiful desert sands.
BBQ Dinner & Shows: Eat a tasty BBQ buffet and watch live belly dance, fire, and Tanoura shows.
Henna & Sandboarding: Try henna art and sandboarding for extra fun in the desert!
Sentiment Analysis
Customers loved the friendly and professional guides.
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Many enjoyed the dune bashing and desert views.
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The BBQ dinner was a hit, with tasty food.
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The cultural shows, like belly dancing and fire shows, were entertaining.
Belly dancing may not be available during Ramadan.
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Hookah service is self-service in the smoking area.
The Journey
Dubai Desert
The Dubai Desert is a vast expanse of sand dunes that offers a variety of activities such as dune bashing, camel riding, and sandboarding. It is a popular destination for tourists seeking adventure and cultural experiences. The desert landscape provides a stunning backdrop for sunset viewing and traditional Arabian hospitality.
Desert Camp
The traditional desert camp is where visitors can relax and immerse themselves in Arabian culture. It offers a BBQ buffet dinner with live cooking stations and cultural performances such as belly dancing, fire shows, and Tanoura shows. Guests can also enjoy activities like henna painting and dressing in Arabic costumes.
Know Before You Go
This evening desert safari includes henna tattoos for females and kids, a short camel ride, an international buffet dinner with BBQ (vegetarian and non-vegetarian options), self-service Arabic hookah in the smoking area, fire shows, unlimited tea, coffee, soft drinks and water, Arabic traditional dance show, sandboarding, a desert viewpoint, a Tanura dance show, and thrilling dune bashing in a 4x4 Land Cruiser. You can also choose the option to self-drive an ATV quad bike. Pickup and drop-off from your home or hotel are included. Belly dance shows are not available during Ramadan. What's not included are any items not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions. Pickup and drop-off are provided from your home or hotel in Dubai.
Hot Tip
Many customers suggest confirming your pickup time the day before. Also, wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the desert activities. Be ready for amazing photo opportunities during sunset!
Review Summary
Customers find this Evening Desert Safari Dubai to be a well-balanced mix of adventure, cultural immersion, and cuisine. Reviewers commonly praise the dune bashing, camel rides, and the entertaining live shows, along with the quality and variety of the BBQ buffet dinner. However, some travelers report that the camel rides can be brief and that the experience lacks detailed cultural storytelling. Logistics such as hotel pickup and drop-off are generally found convenient, though a few note the tour can be longer than expected. The tour is highly recommended for families and groups seeking an accessible desert experience, but it is not suitable for pregnant women, very young children, or those with mobility or back issues.
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