Dubai Red Dunes Quad Bike Safari with Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner

6 hoursHotel pickup · Selected hotels (check when booking)Guided in EnglishRated 5/5 · 24,935 reviews
From $65 per personRated 5/5 · 24,935 reviewsFree cancellation up to 24 hours before
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About Dubai Red Dunes Quad Bike Safari with Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner

This desert safari heads to the red dunes of the Lehbab Desert outside Dubai, where you drive your own quad bike before an evening at the Al Khayma desert camp. It has 24,935 reviews and a 5.0 rating.

The tour lasts about 6 hours, including about 60 minutes on the quad bike, with prices from about $65 per person. Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle is included.

Itinerary

  1. Dubai (1 hours)
  2. (1 hours)
  3. (3 hours)
  4. Dubai (1 hours)

What’s included

  • Sandboarding in the red dunes
  • Arabian Horse Show
  • Falcon experience “photos”
  • Gaymat (sweets), Gahwa (coffee), and dates
  • 5* Arabian Buffet with Live BBQ Station & Live local Bread “ Veg and Non Vegetarian are available”
  • Shisha pipe (hubble bubble flavour) in the Shisha Area
  • Unlimited water and soft drinks
  • Short Camel ride (can be repeated)
  • Stargazing session (Only with Evening time slots)
  • Henna painting for ladies “ Tattoo”
  • Sunset view photo stop
  • Accompanying Experienced Guide
  • Camel Feeding with Selfie photos
  • Pick-up and drop off at your selected hotel/ location by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Mega Fire show ( Fire show only with evening time slots)
  • Traditional Yola dance & Falconry show
  • 60-Minutes Quad Bike Ride at Red dunes open desert with Helmet

What to expect on the day

After pickup, you drive to the open red dunes for a 60-minute quad bike ride with a helmet, then try sandboarding and stop for sunset photos. At the camp you get Arabic coffee, dates and sweets, a short camel ride, camel feeding and henna painting. A buffet with a live BBQ station is served, with vegetarian options, while you watch a Yola dance, a falconry show and an Arabian horse show. Evening slots also include a fire show and a stargazing session.

Prices and extra costs

  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, a 60-minute quad bike ride, sandboarding, a short camel ride, the BBQ buffet, unlimited water and soft drinks, shisha, henna and the live shows.
  • Not included: Dune bashing in a 4×4, tips and any other personal expenses.

What to bring

  • Casual, loose clothing in summer and a jacket in winter.
  • Closed shoes and sunglasses for the dunes.
  • A copy of your travel insurance details.

Tips for a better day

  • Be ready early: Pickup is about 45 minutes before your departure time, so wait in the hotel lobby on time.
  • Pick an evening slot: The fire show and stargazing only run in the evening. The 11:30 AM slot has a lunch buffet instead.
  • Summer timing: In hot months, pickup can move 1 hour earlier in the morning or 1 hour later in the afternoon.

Who it’s best for

Best for: Active travelers and groups who want to drive in the dunes, then relax with dinner and shows at a desert camp.

Consider another option if: You have young children or prefer something calm. The Dubai Marina yacht tour is an easy way to see the skyline from the water.

Restrictions

Riders must be over 14 years old with basic driving knowledge, and children under 14 cannot ride the quad bike or the camel. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers or people with spinal injuries or poor heart health. All riders sign an indemnity form, and you pay for any damage to the vehicle.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

FAQ about Dubai Red Dunes Quad Bike Safari with Camel Ride and BBQ Dinner

How long is the Dubai quad bike desert safari?

About 6 hours in total.

How long is the quad bike ride?

About 60 minutes in the red dunes.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel are included.

Is dinner included?

Yes. A buffet with a live BBQ station is included, with vegetarian options.

Is dune bashing in a 4×4 included?

No. This tour uses quad bikes, not 4×4 dune bashing.

What is the minimum age?

Riders must be over 14 years old.

Are drinks included?

Yes. Unlimited water and soft drinks are included.

Does the morning slot include the fire show?

No. The fire show and stargazing are only on evening slots.

Can pregnant travelers join?

It is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.