Seven experiences, from evening BBQ safaris to private dinners and overnight stays. Pick a package to see the details, images and a live price, then book in a few steps.
Dubai Evening Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner and Live Shows
6 to 7 hours
Shared air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car
Dubai hotel or residence pickup
A complete Dubai evening: a shared 4x4 drive into the desert with dune bashing, sandboarding, a camel ride, a BBQ dinner and three live shows.
Red dunes at sunset
Dune driving
Desert camp
BBQ buffet
Live show
Leave the city behind and travel into the desert. After pickup from your Dubai hotel or residence you settle into an air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car, then enjoy a guided red-dune drive, dune bashing, sandboarding and a sunset photo stop in the open desert.
At the camp the pace eases with a short camel ride and a small henna design. A BBQ buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes and unlimited soft drinks follows, and three live shows bring the evening to life: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show. Your return transfer takes you back to your original pickup point.
Guided red-dune drive and dune bashing across the desert
Sandboarding on the open desert slopes
Sunset photo stop as the dunes change colour
Short camel ride and a small henna design
BBQ buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices, plus unlimited water and soft drinks
Three live shows: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show
Shared Dubai pickup and return drop-off
Included
Pickup from a hotel or residence within Dubai
Shared transfer in a 4x4 vehicle
Guided red-dune drive into the desert
Dune bashing experience
Sandboarding experience
Sunset photo stop in the open desert
Short camel ride
Small henna design
BBQ buffet dinner (vegetarian and non-vegetarian)
Belly dance, Tanoura dance and fire shows
Unlimited soft drinks and drinking water
Separate washroom facilities
Return drop-off at the original Dubai pickup location
Not included
Private transfer, photography with Eagle, quad biking, buggy rides and shisha (paid add-ons)
Alcoholic drinks, professional photographs, souvenirs and personal purchases
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed under Included, unless selected as a paid add-on
Optional add-ons
Private TransferAED 520 per bookingA private 4x4 for your party instead of the shared transfer.
Photography with EagleAED 25 eachPer selected unit, subject to availability.
Quad BikeAED 90 per personPer participating person. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
Buggy RideAED 450 eachPer selected unit. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
ShishaAED 65 eachPer selected unit. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
Add-ons are never pre-selected. Priced add-ons are added to your total when you choose them; others are arranged on request.
The total experience lasts about 6 to 7 hours, including transfers.
Pickup is normally between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm; the exact time depends on your location and appears on your voucher.
Pickup and drop-off are available from hotels and residences within Dubai. The standard package uses shared transfer; private transfer is a paid add-on.
Your booking voucher is sent to the email address provided after purchase.
Wear light, breathable clothing and footwear suitable for sand. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat, plus a light layer in cooler months.
Luggage, large bags, pets and valuables are not permitted.
Not suitable during pregnancy, for guests with heart conditions or serious neck or back problems, or for wheelchair users.
Infants under 3 join free. Guests 3 to 10 use the child rate; guests over 10 use the adult rate.
Infants cannot join dune bashing and must remain with a guardian at the camp.
Guests under 16 cannot use the shisha or buggy add-ons.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start; within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Desert activities and live entertainment may change for weather, safety or official restrictions.
What is included in this evening desert safari?
Shared Dubai pickup and drop-off, dune bashing, sandboarding, a sunset stop, a short camel ride, henna, a BBQ dinner, unlimited water and soft drinks, and three live shows.
Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?
Yes. Shared return transfer is included from hotels and residences within Dubai. A private transfer can be added as a paid option.
How long does it last and when is pickup?
About 6 to 7 hours. Pickup is normally between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm, with the confirmed time on your voucher.
Which live shows are included?
Three shows: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show. Entertainment may change during official restrictions.
Are photography with Eagle, shisha, quad bikes or buggy rides included?
No. These are paid add-ons, subject to availability and participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the scheduled start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Dubai Premium Desert Safari with VIP Seating and BBQ Dinner
6 to 7 hours
Shared air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car
Dubai hotel or residence pickup
An upgraded evening: shared 4x4 transfer, red-dune adventure, reserved VIP seating, a wider buffet with a live BBQ section and three live shows.
VIP camp seating
Camp lounge
Live cooking
Camel ride
Evening show
The red dunes bring the adventure and reserved VIP seating gives the evening a more comfortable finish. After pickup from your Dubai hotel or residence you travel in a shared air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car, with a guided red-dune drive and dune bashing before sandboarding and a sunset photo stop.
At the camp, take a short camel ride, try traditional attire for photographs and receive a small henna design. From your reserved VIP seating you enjoy a wider buffet with a live BBQ section, unlimited tea, coffee, water and soft drinks, and three live shows: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show.
Guided red-dune drive and dune bashing across the desert
Sandboarding and a sunset photo stop
Short camel ride, traditional attire photos and a small henna design
Reserved VIP seating for dinner and entertainment
Upgraded buffet with a live BBQ section (vegetarian and non-vegetarian)
Unlimited tea, coffee, water and soft drinks
Three live shows from your VIP seat: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show
Included
Pickup from a hotel or residence within Dubai
Shared transfer in an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle
Guided red-dune drive into the desert
Dune bashing experience
Sandboarding experience
Sunset photo stop
Short camel ride
Traditional attire photo opportunity
Small henna design
Reserved VIP seating at the camp
Upgraded buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices
Live BBQ section
BBQ buffet dinner
Belly dance, Tanoura dance and fire shows
Unlimited tea, coffee, soft drinks and drinking water
Separate washroom facilities
Return drop-off at the original Dubai pickup location
Not included
Private transfer, photography with Eagle, quad biking, buggy rides and shisha (paid add-ons)
Alcoholic drinks, professional photographs, souvenirs and personal purchases
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed under Included, unless selected as a paid add-on
Optional add-ons
Private TransferAED 520 per bookingA private 4x4 for your party instead of the shared transfer.
Photography with EagleAED 25 eachPer selected unit, subject to availability.
Quad BikeAED 90 per personPer participating person. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
Buggy RideAED 450 eachPer selected unit. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
ShishaAED 65 eachPer selected unit. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
Add-ons are never pre-selected. Priced add-ons are added to your total when you choose them; others are arranged on request.
The total experience lasts about 6 to 7 hours, including transfers.
Pickup is normally between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm; the exact time depends on your location and appears on your voucher.
Pickup and drop-off are available from hotels and residences within Dubai. The standard package uses shared transfer; private transfer is a paid add-on.
Your booking voucher is sent to the email address provided after purchase.
Wear light, breathable clothing and footwear suitable for sand. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat, plus a light layer in cooler months.
Luggage, large bags, pets and valuables are not permitted.
Not suitable during pregnancy, for guests with serious neck or back problems, or for wheelchair users.
Infants under 3 join free. Guests 3 to 10 use the child rate; guests over 10 use the adult rate.
Infants cannot join dune bashing and must remain with a guardian at the camp.
Guests under 16 cannot use the shisha or buggy add-ons.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start; within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Desert activities and live entertainment may change for weather, safety or official restrictions.
What makes the VIP experience more comfortable?
Reserved VIP seating gives you a more comfortable setting for dinner and the evening entertainment, with an upgraded buffet and a live BBQ section.
Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?
Yes. Shared return transfer is included from hotels and residences within Dubai. A private transfer can be added as a paid option.
How long does it last and when is pickup?
About 6 to 7 hours. Pickup is normally between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm, with the confirmed time on your voucher.
What food, drinks and entertainment are included?
An upgraded buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices, a live BBQ section, unlimited tea, coffee, water and soft drinks, and three shows: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show.
Are photography with Eagle, shisha, quad bikes or buggy rides included?
No. These are paid add-ons, subject to availability and participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the scheduled start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Dubai Private Desert Safari with Premium Camp and Live Shows
6 to 7 hours
Private air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car (reserved for your party)
Dubai hotel or residence pickup
A private evening for two: a dedicated 4x4 SUV car, red-dune adventure, private seating with personal waiter service, a premium buffet with a live BBQ section and three live shows.
Private 4x4 at sunset
Private vehicle
VIP seating
Premium camp
Dinner service
Some desert evenings feel better when the journey belongs to your own party. Your experience begins with private pickup from an eligible Dubai hotel or residence in a 4x4 SUV car reserved for your booking, followed by a red-dune drive, dune bashing, sandboarding and a sunset photo stop.
At the camp you enjoy a short camel ride, traditional attire photographs and a small henna design. Dedicated private seating and personal waiter service create an unhurried evening, with a premium buffet, a live BBQ section, three live shows (belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show), and unlimited tea, coffee, water and soft drinks plus selected alcoholic drinks where available.
Private air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car reserved for your party
Guided red-dune drive and dune bashing across the desert
Sandboarding and a sunset photo stop
Short camel ride, traditional attire photos and a small henna design
Dedicated private seating with personal waiter service
Premium buffet with a live BBQ section (vegetarian and non-vegetarian)
Three live shows from your private seating: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show
Unlimited tea, coffee, water and soft drinks, plus selected alcoholic drinks where available
Included
Private pickup from an eligible hotel or residence within Dubai
Private return transfer in an air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car
Guided red-dune drive into the desert
Dune bashing experience
Sandboarding experience
Sunset photo stop
Short camel ride
Traditional attire photo opportunity
Small henna design
Dedicated private seating at the camp
Personal waiter service
Premium buffet selection with vegetarian and non-vegetarian choices
Live BBQ section
Premium BBQ buffet dinner
Belly dance, Tanoura dance and fire shows
Unlimited tea, coffee, water and soft drinks
Separate washroom facilities
Private drop-off at the original Dubai pickup location
Not included
Photography with Eagle, quad biking, buggy rides and shisha (paid add-ons)
Professional photographs other than the selected photography add-on, souvenirs and personal purchases
Tips and personal expenses
Anything not listed under Included, unless selected as a paid add-on
Optional add-ons
Photography with EagleAED 25 eachPer selected unit, subject to availability.
Quad BikeAED 90 per personPer participating person. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
Buggy RideAED 450 eachPer selected unit. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
ShishaAED 65 eachPer selected unit. Guests under 16 cannot take part.
Add-ons are never pre-selected. Priced add-ons are added to your total when you choose them; others are arranged on request.
The displayed price covers two guests travelling together in one private 4x4 SUV car. Children are added at AED 620 each; any other adult count is quoted individually.
The total experience lasts about 6 to 7 hours, including transfers.
Pickup is normally between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm; the exact time depends on your location and appears on your voucher.
Private pickup and drop-off are available from eligible hotels and residences within Dubai.
Your booking voucher is sent to the email address provided after purchase.
Wear light, breathable clothing and footwear suitable for sand. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat, plus a light layer in cooler months.
Luggage, large bags, pets and valuables are not permitted.
Not suitable during pregnancy, for guests with serious neck or back problems, or for wheelchair users.
Infants under 3 join free. Guests 3 to 10 use the child rate; guests over 10 use the adult rate.
Infants cannot join dune bashing and must remain with a guardian at the camp.
Guests under 16 cannot use the shisha or buggy add-ons.
Selected alcoholic drinks remain subject to guest eligibility and camp availability.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start; within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Desert activities and live entertainment may change for weather, safety or official restrictions.
Is the vehicle private for the full desert journey?
Yes. Private pickup, the desert journey and return transfer are arranged in an air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car reserved for your party.
How many guests are covered by the package price?
The displayed price covers two guests travelling together. Children are added at AED 620 each; any other adult count is quoted individually.
What does the premium camp include?
Dedicated private seating, personal waiter service, a premium buffet and a live BBQ section in a comfortable dinner and entertainment setting.
What food, drinks and entertainment are included?
A premium BBQ buffet, a live BBQ section, unlimited tea, coffee, water and soft drinks, and three shows: belly dance, Tanoura dance and a fire show.
Which paid add-ons are available?
Photography with Eagle, quad bikes, buggy rides and shisha may be added at extra cost, subject to availability and participation requirements. Private transfer is already included.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the scheduled start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Dubai Morning Heritage Desert Safari with Breakfast
4 to 5 hours
Shared air-conditioned transfer
Dubai hotel or residence pickup
A quieter, cultural morning at Al Marmoom: a vintage open-air wildlife drive, a camel caravan, a falcon encounter, an Arabic-coffee demonstration and a Bedouin breakfast.
Vintage desert drive
Camel caravan
Arabic coffee
Al Marmoom oasis
Bedouin breakfast
Morning reveals a gentler side of the Dubai desert, where wildlife and old traditions replace high-energy dune bashing. After pickup from an eligible Dubai hotel or residence you travel to Al Marmoom and begin a 30 to 40 minute wildlife drive in an open-air vintage 4x4.
You watch for desert animals, then receive a traditional welcome with Arabic coffee and dates, join a camel caravan, meet a falcon and see a live Arabic-coffee demonstration. A Bedouin breakfast with tea and refreshments completes the morning. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
A 30 to 40 minute wildlife drive in an open-air vintage 4x4 at Al Marmoom
Watching for desert animals across wide dune views (sightings not guaranteed)
A traditional welcome with Arabic coffee and dates
A camel-caravan ride of about 10 to 12 minutes
A falcon experience rooted in desert heritage
A live Arabic-coffee-making demonstration
A Bedouin breakfast with tea and refreshments
A calm cultural morning with Dubai pickup and return transfer
Included
Morning pickup from an eligible Dubai hotel or residence
Shared return transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
Professional desert guide
Visit to Al Marmoom
Open-air vintage 4x4 wildlife drive (about 30 to 40 minutes)
Desert wildlife viewing (sightings not guaranteed)
Traditional welcome at a Bedouin-style village
Arabic tea and coffee with dates
Camel-caravan ride (about 10 to 12 minutes)
Live Arabic-coffee-making demonstration
Falcon experience
Bedouin breakfast
Unlimited soft drinks and drinking water
Return drop-off at the original Dubai pickup location
Not included
Dune bashing, sandboarding and the evening camp programme (not part of this safari)
Quad biking and buggy driving (optional, if confirmed)
Professional photographs, souvenirs and personal purchases
Tips and anything not listed as included
Optional add-ons
Quad BikeOn requestAvailability, price and participation requirements confirmed for this route before it is offered.
Buggy RideOn requestAvailability, price and participation requirements confirmed for this route before it is offered.
Private transfer upgradeOn requestReplaces the shared transfer.
Add-ons are never pre-selected. Priced add-ons are added to your total when you choose them; others are arranged on request.
The total experience lasts about 4 to 5 hours; traffic may affect the finish time.
Your exact morning pickup time appears on your voucher.
Pickup and drop-off are available only from eligible Dubai hotels and residences.
In hotter summer months, pickup may move about an hour earlier; any change is communicated in advance.
Infants under 3 join free. Guests 3 to 10 use the child rate; guests over 10 use the adult rate.
Children under 5 cannot join the camel ride and remain with an accompanying adult (arrangement confirmed with the operator).
Not suitable during pregnancy, for guests with back or neck problems, or for wheelchair users.
Wear light, breathable clothing and footwear suitable for sand. Bring sun protection and a light layer for cooler mornings.
Luggage, large bags, pets and valuables are not permitted.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start; within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed; the programme may change for weather, safety or animal-welfare reasons.
Does the morning safari include dune bashing?
No. It is built around desert wildlife, local heritage and Bedouin traditions. There is no dune bashing, sandboarding or evening entertainment camp.
How long is it and when is pickup?
About 4 to 5 hours. Your exact morning pickup time and location appear on your voucher; in summer, pickup may move about an hour earlier.
What happens during the morning?
A vintage open-air wildlife drive, a visit to a Bedouin-style village, a camel caravan, a falcon experience and a traditional Arabic-coffee demonstration, followed by breakfast.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. A Bedouin breakfast with Arabic coffee, tea, dates and unlimited water and soft drinks.
Can I add quad biking or a buggy?
They are not part of the standard package. Availability, price and participation requirements are confirmed for this heritage route before either is offered.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the scheduled start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Exclusive Dubai Desert Safari and Dinner for Two
7 to 8 hours
Private air-conditioned 4x4 SUV car (reserved for your booking)
Dubai hotel or residence pickup
An evening for two who prefer privacy over a busy camp: a private conservation-reserve drive, an exclusive campsite, a short camel ride and a three-course BBQ dinner served at your table with personal waiter service.
Private dinner for two
Campfire setting
Table setting
Conservation-reserve drive
Desert night
The desert grows quieter when the evening belongs to only two. Your journey begins with private pickup from an eligible Dubai hotel or residence, followed by a guided dune drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve in an air-conditioned 4x4 reserved for your booking.
At an exclusive private campsite you take a short camel ride, then settle beside the campfire on traditional floor cushions. A personal waiter serves a three-course BBQ dinner at your table, with unlimited soft drinks and premium alcoholic drinks, before your private vehicle returns you to Dubai.
Private air-conditioned 4x4 reserved for your booking, to and from Dubai
A guided dune drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
An exclusive private campsite for a quieter evening
A short camel ride in the desert
Campfire and traditional floor-cushion seating
A three-course BBQ dinner served at your table by a personal waiter
Unlimited soft drinks and premium alcoholic drinks
A contribution to local desert conservation, included in the fee
Included
Private return transfer in an air-conditioned 4x4
Professional safari guide
Mineral water during the transfer and desert drive
Private dune drive through the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve
Short camel ride
Exclusive private campsite setting
Campfire and traditional floor-cushion seating
Traditional shisha pipe
Personal waiter service
Three-course BBQ dinner served at your table
Unlimited premium alcoholic drinks
Traditional dates and sparkling date juice at sunset during Ramadan
Contribution towards local desert conservation
Private return drop-off at the original Dubai pickup location
Not included
Live entertainment, henna and falconry (optional add-ons)
Quad biking and buggy driving (optional add-ons)
Photo booth, professional photography, souvenirs, sand art and personal purchases
Tips and anything not listed as included
Optional add-ons
Private falconry experienceOn requestSubject to availability.
Celebration cakeOn requestSubject to availability.
Henna experienceOn requestSubject to availability.
Quad BikeOn requestSubject to availability and participation requirements.
Add-ons are never pre-selected. Priced add-ons are added to your total when you choose them; others are arranged on request.
The displayed price covers two guests travelling together in one private 4x4.
Any party other than two guests is quoted individually.
The total experience lasts about 7 to 8 hours.
Pickup is normally between 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm; be ready 15 minutes before departure. The time appears on your voucher.
Pickup and drop-off are available only from eligible Dubai hotels and residences.
Wear light, breathable clothing and footwear suitable for sand. Bring sun protection and a light layer for cooler evenings.
Luggage, large bags, pets and valuables are not permitted.
Not suitable during pregnancy, for guests with heart conditions or serious neck or back problems, or for wheelchair users.
During Ramadan and religious holidays, service is available only after sunset where permitted.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start; within 48 hours it is non-refundable.
The programme and optional entertainment may change for weather, safety, local regulations or religious observances.
Is the whole experience private?
Yes. Pickup, the return transfer, the desert drive and the campsite dinner are arranged privately for your booking, at an exclusive private campsite.
How many guests does the price cover?
The displayed price covers two guests (a couple). Other party sizes are quoted individually.
How long is it and is pickup included?
About 7 to 8 hours, including private pickup and return transfer from eligible Dubai hotels and residences.
What dinner and drinks are included?
A three-course BBQ dinner served at your table, mineral water, and unlimited premium alcoholic drinks.
Are live shows or other activities included?
Live entertainment, henna, falconry, quad biking and buggy driving are not included by default. They may be available as paid add-ons, subject to availability.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start. Within 48 hours it is non-refundable.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the scheduled start. Within 48 hours it is non-refundable.
Dubai Overnight Desert Safari with Hot Air Balloon
About 20 hours
Shared 4x4 return transfer
Dubai hotel or residence pickup
A roughly 20-hour journey: a conservation-reserve nature drive, wildlife and heritage dining, an air-conditioned overnight cabana, and a sunrise hot-air-balloon flight of up to 60 minutes with breakfast.
Sunrise balloon flight
Overnight cabana
Camp dinner
Nature drive
Heritage camp
The desert story begins on the ground and rises with the morning light. After pickup you travel into a protected conservation reserve for a nature drive in a vintage 1950s-style 4x4, with the chance to see native wildlife such as the Arabian oryx.
A live falcon flight demonstration and a camel ride lead into an evening of traditional hospitality, a four-course dinner at your private table, live music, cultural entertainment, shisha and henna. You rest overnight in an air-conditioned cabana, then rise before dawn for a sunrise hot-air-balloon flight of up to 60 minutes (subject to weather and aviation clearance), a buffet breakfast and a pilot-signed certificate.
A complete 20-hour journey with an overnight stay and a sunrise flight
A vintage 1950s-style 4x4 nature drive in a protected conservation reserve
Native desert wildlife, including the chance to see Arabian oryx
A live falcon flight demonstration and a camel ride
A four-course dinner served at your private table
Shisha, henna, live music and cultural entertainment
An air-conditioned overnight cabana with majlis access
A sunrise balloon flight of up to 60 minutes, breakfast and a signed certificate
Included
Shared 4x4 return transfer (private upgrade on request)
Souvenir desert headscarf
Vintage 1950s-style 4x4 nature drive
Desert wildlife viewing (chance to see Arabian oryx)
Live falcon flight demonstration
Short camel ride
Traditional rose-water welcome
Arabic coffee and dates
Four-course dinner served at a private table
Henna experience
Live traditional music and cultural entertainment
Air-conditioned overnight cabana with majlis access
Pre-flight refreshments
Sunrise hot-air-balloon flight (up to 60 minutes, subject to weather and aviation clearance)
Buffet breakfast after the flight
Pilot-signed flight certificate
Return drop-off at the original Dubai pickup location
Not included
Professional photography and videography packages
Private transfer (optional upgrade)
Alcoholic drinks, quad biking and buggy driving unless separately confirmed
Personal purchases, tips and anything not listed as included
Optional add-ons
Private transfer within DubaiOn requestAlso the route for areas where shared transfer is unavailable.
Photography or videography packageOn requestOn request.
Quad BikeOn requestGuests aged 16 or above; subject to availability.
ShishaOn requestIn the designated camp area.
Add-ons are never pre-selected. Priced add-ons are added to your total when you choose them; others are arranged on request.
The total experience lasts about 20 hours, including transfers, the overnight stay and the morning balloon activity.
Pickup is scheduled by transfer option and location and is normally confirmed to your contact number the day before; shared transfer timing may vary by 30 to 60 minutes.
Shared transfer is unavailable from Palm Jebel Ali, Expo City, Dubai Investment Park, Al Maktoum Airport (DWC), Al Khawaneej, Al Aweer, Dubai South and Damac Hills. A private transfer can be requested instead.
A clear copy of a valid passport or Emirates ID is required for every guest at booking; each guest also completes aviation check-in and signs the waiver before the flight.
A working WhatsApp number is required for pickup and operational updates.
Guests under 5 and over 70 cannot join the balloon flight.
The standard maximum weight for the flight is 119 kg; above this requires pilot approval and may involve an additional charge.
The flight is not available during pregnancy; guests must be able to enter and leave the basket and hold the brace position on landing.
Not recommended for guests with heart conditions, serious knee or back problems, major surgery within the previous six months or a fear of heights.
Balloon operations depend on weather, aviation clearance and the pilot's safety decision; if the flight cannot proceed, rescheduling or a partial or full refund may apply.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start; within 48 hours it is non-refundable.
How long is the balloon flight?
Up to 60 minutes at sunrise, depending on weather, aviation clearance and operational conditions.
What identification is required?
A valid passport or Emirates ID copy for every guest, plus a working WhatsApp number, aviation check-in and a signed on-site waiver. ID copies are collected only through a secure upload, never through WhatsApp or analytics.
What health and safety rules apply to the flight?
Age, weight, pregnancy, health and mobility restrictions apply. Guests under 5 and over 70 cannot fly. Please review the important information before requesting this experience.
What if the balloon cannot fly because of weather?
The operator may offer another flight date, a partial refund or a full refund, depending on which parts of the package have already been completed.
Why can I not pay for this online right now?
Two things are settled with our team first: the cancellation window (the source shows both 48 and 48 hours) and each guest's passport or ID and flight eligibility. We confirm availability and the final terms, then send a secure payment link.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the scheduled start. Within 48 hours it is non-refundable.
Dubai Overnight Desert Safari with BBQ and Private Tent
About 20 hours
Shared return transfer
Dubai hotel or residence pickup
A roughly 20-hour desert stay: dune bashing, sandboarding and a camel ride, a three-cuisine BBQ buffet and four live shows, telescope stargazing, a private air-conditioned tent, and a sunrise camel trek with breakfast.
Private tent interior
Tent camp
Three-cuisine buffet
Live show
Telescope stargazing
The evening begins with pickup from an eligible Dubai location and a drive towards the open desert. Dune bashing for about 30 to 45 minutes brings the energy, followed by sandboarding and a short camel ride as the day settles over the dunes.
At the camp, Arabic coffee, sweets and dates welcome you, with henna, shisha and a falcon experience before a three-cuisine buffet (Emirati, Moroccan and Arabian) and four live shows: fire, horse, camel and Yola dance. Telescope stargazing opens up the night sky, you rest in a private air-conditioned tent, then wake for a sunrise camel trek and an Arabic breakfast.
About 30 to 45 minutes of dune bashing with an experienced driver
Sandboarding and a short camel ride among the dunes
A traditional welcome with Arabic coffee, sweets and dates
A three-cuisine buffet: Emirati, Moroccan and Arabian
Four live shows: fire, horse, camel and traditional Yola dance
A guided telescope stargazing session
A private air-conditioned tent with Wi-Fi and shower access
A sunrise camel trek followed by an Arabic breakfast
Included
Pickup from an eligible Dubai location
Shared return transfer
Professional desert guide
Dune bashing (about 30 to 45 minutes)
Sandboarding
Short camel ride
Arabic coffee, traditional sweets and dates
Small henna design for women
Falcon experience
Unlimited soft drinks and drinking water
BBQ buffet with Emirati, Moroccan and Arabian selections
Fire, horse, camel and traditional Yola shows
Telescope stargazing session
Private air-conditioned overnight tent
Wi-Fi access at the camp
Seasonal fruit basket, fresh flatbread and Arabic tea
Shower facilities and basic toiletries
Sunrise camel trek and Arabic breakfast
Return drop-off at the original Dubai pickup location
Not included
Alcoholic drinks
Quad biking and buggy driving (optional add-ons)
Professional photographs, souvenirs and personal purchases
Tips and anything not listed as included
Optional add-ons
Quad BikeOn requestSubject to availability and participation requirements.
Buggy RideOn requestSubject to availability and participation requirements.
Private transfer upgradeOn requestAvailability and price are being confirmed.
ShishaOn requestIn the designated camp area.
Add-ons are never pre-selected. Priced add-ons are added to your total when you choose them; others are arranged on request.
The total experience lasts about 20 hours, including transfers and the overnight stay.
Pickup is scheduled by transfer option and location; the confirmed time appears on your voucher.
Pickup and drop-off are available only from eligible Dubai locations.
Bring a valid passport or Emirates ID; a copy is accepted.
Travelling with a child under 3? Please contact us before booking this overnight safari so we can confirm the right arrangement.
Guests 3 to 10 use the child rate; guests over 10 use the adult rate.
Not suitable during pregnancy or for guests with back problems or mobility impairments.
Wear light, breathable clothing and footwear suitable for sand; bring sun protection and a warm layer for the night and early morning.
Luggage, large bags and valuables are not permitted.
Optional self-drive activities are at the guest's own risk and are not covered by the operator's insurance; travel insurance is recommended.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start; within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Activities, live shows and stargazing may change for weather, safety or official restrictions.
Is the overnight tent private?
Yes, a private air-conditioned tent for the overnight stay. It does not mean a private bathroom or a private camp; shower facilities are shared.
How long is it and is pickup included?
About 20 hours, including shared pickup and return transfer from eligible Dubai locations.
What meals are included?
A three-cuisine BBQ buffet, unlimited water and soft drinks, Arabic tea, traditional flatbread, a fruit basket and an Arabic breakfast.
What shows and evening activities are included?
Fire, horse, camel and Yola dance shows, plus henna, shisha, a falcon experience and telescope stargazing.
Can young children come?
Please contact us before booking with a child under 3. Our team confirms the right arrangement for infants on this overnight safari.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the scheduled start. Within 36 hours it is non-refundable.
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