Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camels & 5* BBQ at Al Khayma Camp
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7 hours
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Give a great end to your day in Dubai with our premium evening Red Dune Desert Safari. A 4WD in the sandy dunes of the deserts witnessing the sun going down into the depths of the golden sands will give any adventure lover the thrills of a lifetime. As the sun sets, the Al-Khayma Camp awaits you with a delicious BBQ and other fun-filled activities and when the stars light up the sky, be ready for an amazing star gazing session.
Highlights
Enjoy an evening at the exclusive Al Khayma Desert Camp
Bash dunes for 30-40-minutes in the Lahbab desert
Enjoy the BBQ with local cuisines (veg and non-veg)
Smoke a shisha pipe, henna painting, Arabian makeover and a photography session with a falcon
Ride on a camel caravan and also opt to ride quad bikes through the desert
Watch the Traditional Yola dance, Falconry show & Mega Fire Show
Enjoy a wonderful stargazing session with a telescope and admire the night sky
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is highly recommended that you eat 2-3 hours before the safari trip to avoid sickness during the dune bashing.
We highly recommend having international travel insurance, as self-driving activities carry inherent risks that may lead to serious injury. Coverage for such incidents is typically provided only through your personal insurance.
The quad biking segment is solely the participant's responsibility. Any damage, injuries sustained or items lost during the quad tour are not covered by insurance
All desert safari drivers are well trained and licensed for safari drives. The 4WD vehicles are fully insured and well equipped with all necessary safety features, such as roll bars, seat belts, government trackers, GPS, GMS, and a First Aid box
OceanAir Travels shall not be responsible for any kind of loss, accident, sickness or injury.
Please wear sports shoes for safe sand boarding.
Casual, loose fitting clothing is recommended in the summer, along with a jacket in the winter
Please note that if your skin is sensitive to henna, it is advised not to do it.
The 11:30 AM Timing slot comes with a Lunch buffet, and it doesn't include the Star Gazing & Fire show since it's during the day timing
Pickup will be within 45min prior to your selected departure time. Please be ready at the hotel lobby on time.
Pick-up timing is subject to change due to the emerging summer heat: 1 hour earlier in the morning and 1 hour later in the afternoon. A notification shall be sent in advance in the case of any change.
During the holy month of Ramadan you can watch only Fire shows in our desert camps
Everything listed in the Inclusions is part of the tour and is covered in the price. Quad biking is available if the option is selected.
Camel Ride: Children below 12 years of age cannot ride alone and must be accompanied by an adult.
By UAE law, pregnant ladies, anyone with back or neck pain, heart problems or other serious medical complaints and infants (under 3 years old) are not allowed during the dune bashing activity. (If these conditions apply to you, you can wait at the meeting point until others complete the adventure activities.)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Pick Up Listen to miraculous humble beginnings of the land of dreams, Dubai, from our friendly safari captains who shall pick you up and keep you entertained for the 60 minutes’ drive in a 4x4 Vehicle across the deserts. Quad Bike Ride (Optional) Welcome to your first stop. Take your time here to relax and prepare yourself for the adventures ahead. The place provides good facilities for fresh-ups and if interested, you may avail the Quad Bike Ride option to zeal up your desert experience. Dune Bashing Pump up your excitement as you bash into the golden dunes of the Lahbab desert and be ready to kick up the dust as you go sand surfing here.
Feel like royalty as you enter the Al-Khyama camp where you shall be greeted with the traditional Qahwa (Arabic Coffee), Gaymat (Exotic sweets), Dates and unlimited soft drinks. The camel ride and posing with the falcon after the falconry session is a sure catch on this trip. Get dressed up in the ethnic Arabian clothes-kandura (men’s clothing), and abaya (Women’s clothing) and spend the evening as an Arab smoking shisha and having an Arabian Makeover with henna painting. Camp Entertainments This attraction guarantees a feast to your eyes and tummies. Open up to a night of entertainment beginning with the Traditional Yola dance, Falconry show & Mega fire show with a simultaneous 5-star open buffet, BBQ and other local desserts. Star Gazing Session Learn all about how the stars guided the Bedouins in the past from the age-old Arabian tales and through a mesmerizing star-gazing session with a telescope.
What‘s Included
Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee) & Dates
English-speaking licensed driver
5* Open Buffet with BBQ “vegetarian and non-vegetarian options”
Mega Fire show (only evening time slots)
Falcon experience “ Photos”
Camel Feeding
Unlimited water and soft drinks
Short Camel ride (can be repeated)
Transportation by 4WD air-conditioned Vehicle
Stargazing session (Only with Evening time slots)
Henna painting for ladies “ Tattoo”
Dune bashing (30-45 minutes)
Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour) in the Shisha Area
Sunset view photo stop
Sandboarding
Traditional Yola dance & Falconry show
Arabian Horse Show & Camel Show
Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/ location
Quad Bike “ ATV” options (available on request)
Any other expenses not mentioned
Tipping
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Safari & Shared Camp
Duration: 7 hours
4WD Vehicle
Private Safari & Shared camp: Private 4x4 vehicle for transfers & Dune Bashing, camp activities & 5* BBQ open buffet at Al Khayma camp.
Pickup included
Shared Tour with BBQ
Shared Tour includes transfers, dunebashing, sandboarding, camels, camp activities & 5* BBQ open buffet at Al Khayma camp
Duration: 7 hours
4WD Vehicle
Pickup included
Shared Tour 35 Min ATV & BBQ
Shared Tour Includes transfers, 35-Min ATV ride, dune bashing, sandboarding, camels, camp activities & 5* BBQ open buffet.
Duration: 7 hours
4WD Vehicle
Pickup included
Reviews
12,782 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Atlanta, GA and Sierra Vista, AZ Sisters Review
Diane H,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My sister and I were in Dubai for a week and while we visited other amazing sites in Dubai; however, without doubt the Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari experience was the best tour experience of all of the tours that we booked! Transportation was included in the package and our tour guide, Yessir, is truly an expert on the city, worked to ensure that all of the activities that were included in the package met our expectations, including interaction and receiving fair deals from the merchants at the camp. The camel ride was amazing, the food and entertainment were delightful, and interacting with other visitors at the camp was a fantastic experience as well. I must also mention Yessir's expert driving and navigation skills during the ride in the desert! While there are other desert tours available, I discovered later that the Al Khayma camp is one of the top-rated camps in Dubai. I highly, highly recommend booking the Dubai Premium Red Dunes Safari, Camel, BBQ tour at the Al Khayma camp! You will not be disappointed....and if available, you may want to ask for Yessir as your host guide.
Desert Safari Tour Dubai
L6798DOadnans,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with our tour guide Inaam, he is very friendly and knowledgeable about the area and all the activities. He helped us take a ton of pictures which turned out amazing and can look back on for great memories. We highly recommend the company and Inaam for the desert safari tour.
Great way to see surrounding area of Dubai.
bdelcarruthers,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice experience to see Dubai and surrounds and taste traditional food. Our driver drove excellent and calmly, no travel sickness for anyone in our group. Communication could have been better.
Safe, Fun, and Perfectly Organized
yavb1710,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time on this premium desert safari. Everything was very well organized, and our guide Mr. Ali Raza from OceanAir Travels was professional, friendly, and always attentive. As two ladies travelling together, we felt safe, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the experience. He handled the dune bashing confidently, making it exciting yet safe, and took beautiful photos for us. At the camp, we enjoyed the mostly traditional activities, traditional yola dance, arabian horse show , camel show,hot Arabian tea and coffee in the cool weather, and the delicious Emirati luqaimat. The food was great, and the staff from Al Khayma was extremely kind and always checking on us. (Near table 34) The live shows and overall atmosphere made the evening truly memorable. Highly recommended!
Unforgettable Dubai Desert Safari with OceanAir Travels
LAOakpark,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My Premium Red Dunes Desert Safari with OceanAir Travels was unforgettable and one of the best parts of my Dubai trip. At Al Khayma Camp, traditional welcome with coffee and dates, The BBQ dinner was delicious with plenty of options.
We created lots of amazing memories.
Departure64508021924,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience for me and my family. Inaam our tour guide was the most helpful and friendly person. He explained everything we needed to know.
Great activities, lots of Traffic!
Brya P,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Our driver, Yasir, was wonderful. The other half of my family- not so much. The activities were a lot of fun- loved the sandboarding and ATV (additional cost but worth it). The dinner at the camp was delicious but the time there felt long and drawn out. What wasn’t great was the traffic. Bumper to bumper to get to the camp after the dunes- took over an hour. And then we waited at the camp additional hour- when we were already so tired- to let traffic die down before.
Awesome Experience! Absolutely worth it !!
Mahesh S,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing experience! The hospitality and service were truly exceptional. Our guide, Mr. Abid Wahid, was outstanding—professional, incredibly helpful, and genuinely attentive to every detail. He went above and beyond to make sure we felt comfortable, safe, and fully enjoyed each activity. His dune bashing skills were impressive and added so much excitement to the experience! Thanks to his care and expertise, the entire trip was seamless and memorable. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I would highly recommend to anyone.
Only way to do safari
Haris G,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent family friendly night. Excellent driver Shams. Very knowledgeable of area and made sure everyone was comfortable the entire time offering drinks and water.
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elizaz55,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nadeem was amazing! 🤩 he was very patient and kind! Can’t wait to book again! This experience was the best of everything I have done !
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