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Abu Dhabi Day Tour
- Duration: 8 h
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Premium Desert Safari
Dubai’s Iconic Evening Adventure
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Experience Dubai’s Legendary Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner & Live Shows
Enjoy an evening desert safari with dune bashing, camel rides, sunset photos, sandboarding, shows, and a BBQ buffet at a premium camp.
Begin Your Adventure with a Thrilling Desert Drive
Your safari starts with an exciting 4x4 dune ride through Dubai’s golden desert, including scenic photo stops and visits to a camel farm. Capture sunset moments as the landscape transforms into evening hues.
Enjoy Traditional Experiences at the Desert Camp
Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with Arabic coffee, dates, rose water, and bukhoor, followed by opportunities to enjoy camel rides, sandboarding, henna art, and shisha. Live stations prepare Arabic sweets and Raggag bread, bringing local flavors to life.
Dine Under the Stars with Live Entertainment
Relax in a traditional-style camp and savor a BBQ open buffet with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The evening includes multiple performances such as fire show, tanoura dance, belly dance, and saudi dance, delivering one of Dubai’s most famous cultural nights.
Book Your Premium Desert Safari Online
Includes hotel pick-up, 4x4 desert drive, activities, dinner, and entertainment. A must-do experience for every Dubai visit.
What’s Included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off from most hotels in Dubai. As Land Cruiser vehicles are not permitted to access the airport area, guests staying near or arriving at Dubai Airport will be requested to proceed to Le Meridien Dubai Airport Hotel (less than a 5-minute drive from the airport) for pick-up.
✅ Photo stops in the dunes and at a camel farm
✅ Short camel ride
✅ Sandboarding
✅ Henna tattoo (basic design)
✅ Shisha in a designated area
✅ Fire dancer show
✅ Tanoura dance show
✅ Belly dance show
✅ Saidi dance show
✅ BBQ open buffet dinner
✅ Emirati sweets live station
✅ Welcome drinks on arrival such as Arabic coffee, dates, and soft drinks
✅ English-speaking driver cum guide
Pick-up Rules
- Pick-up time starts from 14:30 (2:30 pm) until March, and from 15:30 (3:30 pm) in March and April
- The Hotel pickup is only available from hotels in Dubai – Deira / Bur Dubai / Downtown / Al Barsha/Marina /Jumeirah / Palm Jumeirah area and Dubai Port Rashid Cruise Terminal and Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal. Additional charges applicable to arrange pick up from any other locations.
- The pick-up time shown on the website is approximate
- Guests must reconfirm their exact pick-up time directly with the operator
WhatsApp or call: +971 56 504 0565
Email: bookings@odysseydmc.com
- Please be ready in the hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before the confirmed time
- Delays may occur due to traffic or other guests being collected from different hotels
- Children aged 5 years and under are not allowed on the shared tour
- If you are traveling with a child under 5, a private car must be booked
- Also note that only hand baggage are allowed to carry during the safari, cabin bags and check in bags are not allowed inside the vehicle during the safari.
What to Know Before You Go
- The tour lasts around 5 to 6 hours in the desert, plus 60 to 90 minutes of driving time each way
- Not suitable for pregnant women or guests with heart, back, or neck problems
- The experience is not wheelchair accessible
- Children aged 5 to 11.99 years pay the child rate and must be accompanied by a participating adult
- Guests visiting between June and September should be prepared for very high temperatures and humidity
- Evenings in winter can be cool, so a light jacket and closed shoes are recommended
- Sports shoes are recommended for safe sandboarding
- During Ramadan and Islamic holidays, live entertainment and alcohol service are restricted at the camp
- The local operator may cancel or modify the tour due to weather, government decisions, or similar circumstances
- Free cancellation or amendment is available up to 48 hours before departure; within 48 hours or in case of no-show, 100 percent charges apply
Discover What Awaits You on the Premium Desert Safari
Sunset dunes, cultural traditions, live shows, and BBQ dinner under the stars
Golden dunes, authentic Arabian hospitality, thrilling activities, and night-time entertainment come together in Dubai’s most iconic desert experience. From dune bashing to BBQ dinners and live shows, every moment offers something unforgettable.
Visit Dubai’s Premium Desert Safari with BBQ Dinner
Experience one of the top-rated Dubai desert safari tours, perfect for travelers searching for desert safari tickets, dune bashing in Dubai, and the best desert safari with dinner and entertainment. This evening adventure includes 4x4 hotel pick-up, dune driving, camel rides, sandboarding, and authentic Arabian hospitality.
At the desert camp, enjoy a traditional welcome with Arabic coffee, dates, rose water, and bukhoor. Try Emirati sweets, fresh Raggag bread, henna painting, shisha, and relax in Bedouin-style seating. As night falls, indulge in a BBQ buffet and watch live performances like fire shows, belly dancing, and tanoura spinning.
This Dubai desert safari is ideal for families, couples, and first-time visitors wanting a full desert experience. The tour runs daily, with some exceptions during major UAE holidays. Book your Premium Desert Safari online with a verified operator for instant confirmation, mobile vouchers, and a smooth booking process.
Hotel pick-up from most hotels and airport-area accommodations in Dubai
Tips to Make the Most of Your Desert Safari
Reconfirm your pick-up time. Contact the operator before the tour to confirm your exact pick-up schedule, as the website time is only approximate.
Dress for the desert. Lightweight clothes are ideal most of the year. Bring a jacket from November to March; evenings can be cold in the desert.
Wear closed shoes. Especially useful for sandboarding and walking on soft dunes.
Avoid heavy meals before the dune drive. The dune bashing portion can be intense for those sensitive to motion.
Bring sunglasses and a hat. Conditions are bright year-round.
Charge your phone or bring a power bank. Sunset dune photos, shows, and desert landscapes make for great photography.
Arrive early at pick-up point. Drivers may arrive slightly early or be delayed due to traffic or multiple hotel stops.
Respect cultural restrictions. During Ramadan or Islamic holidays, alcohol and some entertainment (belly dance, tanoura) are not permitted.
Know the age rules. Children under 5 years old are not allowed on this tour unless a private car is booked.
Access and behavior rules
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- A valid passport or any official photo ID is required for identification purposes.
- Children aged 5–11.99 years pay child rate; 12+ are adults.
- Infants under 4.99 years cannot join the tour.
- Pregnant women and guests with heart, back, or neck problems are strongly discouraged from participating.
- Tour duration is approximate and may vary with traffic and weather.
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- Pick-up available from most Dubai hotels and Dubai Airport area.
- Guests must reconfirm pick-up time directly with Odyssey DMC.
- Delays may occur due to traffic or other passenger pick-ups.
- Pick-up is by shared 4x4 Land Cruiser (max 6 guests).
- If your hotel is outside Dubai city limits (Sharjah, Ajman, desert resorts), a supplement applies.
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During Ramadan and Islamic holidays, live entertainment (belly dance, tanoura dance) and alcohol service are restricted across the UAE.
The safari operates normally but without these shows during restricted days.
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- Follow the guide’s instructions at all times, especially during dune bashing.
- Sandboarding requires closed shoes.
- The operator reserves the right to cancel or modify the tour due to weather, government decisions, or similar circumstances.
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- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure.
- 100% charges apply for cancellations within 48 hours or no-shows.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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The tour includes hotel pick-up, 4x4 dune bashing, camel rides, sandboarding, henna art, shisha, BBQ dinner, Emirati sweets stations, and live entertainment such as fire shows and tanoura dance.
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The full experience lasts 5–6 hours, plus travel time between hotels and the desert (60–90 minutes total).
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Children aged 5–11.99 may join at child price and must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 5 are not permitted on this shared tour.
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Lightweight clothing is ideal year-round. In winter, bring a light jacket for cooler evenings. Closed shoes are recommended for sandboarding.
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Yes, but live entertainment and alcohol service are restricted during these periods in accordance with UAE regulations.