Two 4x4s parked on a dune ridge with guests at the sunset photo stop

Standard Desert Safari

Q: Where do you pick up from?

A 4x4 collects you from your hotel or home in Dubai or Sharjah and brings you back. Pickups are on a shared basis, so you travel with other guests.

A shared 4×4 collects you, drives the dunes for twenty to thirty minutes and stops on a ridge for the sunset. Camel riding, sand boarding and henna at a Bedouin-style camp, then a BBQ dinner with the Tanoura, fire and belly dance shows.

From AED 175 per person

4.8 from 82 reviews on TripAdvisor

Private vehicle AED 900 per vehicle, up to 7 people

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Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Licensed, English-speaking guides
Our own fleet and our own drivers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Duration 6 hours

Pickup 1:30pm to 2pm

Group Shared 4×4

The 4×4 collects you from your hotel or home in Dubai or Sharjah on a shared basis, and your safari guide meets you at the edge of the dunes.

What the evening looks like

Twenty to thirty minutes of dune driving, then a stop on a ridge for the sunset photographs. After that it is camel riding and sand boarding before you reach the camp.

At the camp you are welcomed with dates and gahwa and seated in the regular Bedouin-style seating area. Henna hand painting and traditional costume photos run through the evening, and dinner is a BBQ with soft drinks, tea and coffee.

The entertainment is the Tanoura dance, the fire show and the belly dance show.

What costs extra

A falcon photo on the dunes, horse riding, the VIP seating area at the camp and aromatic shisha are all available at the camp for an additional charge. Quad biking is not part of this package — it is included on the VIP and Premium safaris.

What’s included

Included

Hotel or home pickup and drop-off by 4×4, Dubai and Sharjah, on a shared basis
Welcome by your safari guide
Dune drive through the desert, 20 to 30 minutes
Sunset photo stop in the desert
Camel riding
Sand boarding
Dates and gahwa (Arabic coffee) on arrival at the camp
Bedouin-style camp, regular seating area
Henna hand painting
Traditional costume photo
BBQ dinner with soft drinks, tea and coffee
Tanoura dance
Fire show
Belly dance show

Optional extras

Falcon photo on the dunes
Horse riding
VIP seating area at the camp
Aromatic shisha

Not included

Quad biking — included on the VIP and Premium packages

Dinner at the camp

Standard Camp — A full buffet dinner at the camp: grills from the barbecue, Arabic mezze, Indian and international mains, fresh breads and sweets. 33 dishes

Appetizers

International Favorites

Golden Crispy Potato Slices
Golden French Fries

Arabic Specialties

Traditional Crispy Falafel

Indian Specialties

Spiced Aloo Tikki (Indian potato patties)

Dips & Accompaniments

Tomato Ketchup
Mint & Yogurt Chutney

Fresh Salads & Arabic Mezze

Arabic Specialties

Traditional Fattoush Salad
Classic Tabbouleh Salad
Creamy Hummus
Green & Black Olives
Assorted Arabic Pickles

Indian Specialties

Traditional Aloo Chana Chaat (Spiced potato & chickpea salad)
Refreshing Yogurt Raita
Fried Green Chilies

International Favorites

Fresh Beetroot Salad

Fresh Vegetable Selection

Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Onions & Carrots (with lemon wedges & fresh ginger slices)

Freshly Prepared Breads

From the Oven

Traditional Arabic Bread
Fresh Tandoori Naan

BBQ & Grill Specialties

Non-Vegetarian BBQ Selection

Grilled Kofta Kebabs
Grilled Chicken Kebabs
Chicken Tikka Boti

Vegetarian Grill Selection

Flame-Grilled Onions
Grilled Fresh Tomatoes

Main Courses

Indian Specialties

Aromatic Zeera Rice (Cumin-infused basmati rice)
Fragrant Vegetable Biryani
Indian-Style Mixed Vegetables
Traditional Dal Tadka (Tempered yellow lentils)

International Favorites

Sautéed Garden Vegetables
Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Noodles & Pasta Selection

From the Wok & the Pan

Vegetable Hakka Noodles
Italian Pasta

Desserts & Sweet Delights

Indian Sweet Specialties

Classic Gulab Jamun (Soft milk dumplings in sweet syrup)

Arabic Sweet Specialties

Traditional Arabic Sweet Dumplings (Luqaimat)

Exclusively catered by Zauq Restaurant, in the lobby of the 5-star Swissôtel Al Ghurair, Dubai.

Menus can change with the season and with what is available on the day.

Why choose us

Expert team. Highly experienced in organising desert safaris, so every detail is covered.
No hidden costs. Prices are transparent, with no surprise fees.
Luxury adventure. Dubai’s desert in an exclusive and exciting way.

Questions about this tour

Where do you pick up from?

A 4×4 collects you from your hotel or home in Dubai or Sharjah and brings you back. Pickups are on a shared basis, so you travel with other guests.

Is quad biking included?

Not on this package. Thirty minutes of quad biking is included on the VIP and Premium safaris.

What is served for dinner?

A BBQ dinner with soft drinks, tea and coffee, eaten at the camp in the regular Bedouin-style seating area.

Can we add anything on the day?

Yes. A falcon photo on the dunes, horse riding, the VIP seating area and aromatic shisha are all available at the camp for an additional charge.

Prices and details last checked 9 November 2026.

Book this tour

Book the Standard Desert Safari.

From AED 175 per person

Tell us the date and the group size and we’ll come back with a price, a pickup window and what’s included. Nothing is charged here and no account is needed.

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
No payment online — pay the driver on the day
Licensed operator, our own fleet and drivers

Reviews

What guests say

4.8 from 82 reviews on TripAdvisor

Rating read from our TripAdvisor listing on 13 November 2026. The reviews below are guest feedback published by Red Dunes.

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Anna Stokes3 months ago

Mr. Tanvir was good and accommodating. We are very happy to be with him while in our tour.

Jia Odonnell5 months ago

Perfect experience!

Kenny Gaines7 months ago

Overall Abu Dhabi was a good experience.

Nati Owens9 months ago

It was a great adventure and tour. Highly recommended!!

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