Overview
During your desert experience, you will be driven across the Red Sand Dunes to our campsite. Here, you will have the opportunity to try the traditional shisha (also known as hookah), enjoy a camel ride, and receive a Henna Painting. While at the campsite, you can watch the sunset over the dunes and enjoy a sumptuous BBQ with an international buffet. Additionally, you'll be treated to a traditional Tanura dance and a belly dancing show.
What's included
- ✓BBQ Buffet Dinner with Vegetarian & Non-Vegetarian Options
- ✓Sandboarding on the Red Desert Dunes
- ✓Traditional Belly Dance Show
- ✓Hotel or Residence Pickup & Drop-off in a Comfortable 4x4 Vehicle
- ✓Henna Painting Experience (Available with 6–7 Hour Tour Options)
- ✓Freshly Prepared Shawarma Snacks at the Desert Camp
- ✓Shared Shisha Experience at the Desert Camp
- ✓Unlimited Bottled Drinking Water Throughout the Tour
- ✓Scenic Drive to the Red Dunes of Al Madam Desert (Approx. 45–50 Minutes)
- ✓Quad Bike / ATV Ride Experience (If Option Selected)
- ✓Spectacular Fire Show Entertainment
- ✓Traditional Arabic Welcome with Dates, Sweets & Refreshments
- ✓Camel Ride Experience (Repeat Rides Available Upon Request)
- ✓Live Tanoura Dance Performance
- ✓VIP Table Service & Premium Seating (If VIP Option Selected)
- ✕Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- ✕Quad bike rides (if option selected)
- ✕Personal Expenses
What you'll do
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The excursion begins with a pick up at your accommodation in Dubai where you will be driven to the deserts on the outskirts of the city. Once you arrive, you have your choice of a short camel ride or a henna tattoo session. Other optional activities are available, such as quad biking (additional cost) and taking photographs with a falcon (additional cost). As the sunset descends over the dunes, help yourself to a delicious barbecue buffet dinner. After dinner you can enjoy Arabic coffee and try a an optional puff on a shisha. Finally experience classic Arabic entertainment in the shape of belly dancing and the fast spinning "Tanoura" shows before departing back to your accommodation in Dubai where your tour will end. This is the perfect excursion for those who wish to experience the desert at night but aren't interested in dune driving or dune bashing. This tour is especially suited for families, including the very young and the elderly.
Availability & pricing
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7 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Check for Ramadan and other religious holidays, as no live music or alcohol on those days.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour details & pricing provided by Viator. Bookings are completed on Viator.com.
