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Dubai: Red Dune Desert, Dune Buggy Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner

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Dubai: Red Dune Desert, Dune Buggy Ride & BBQ Buffet Dinner
Top rated
4.921326 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.921326 out of 5 stars
2021 reviews

Discover the hidden delights of Arabian life with this tour from Dubai. Ride a dune buggy through sand dunes and head to a desert camp to try sand surfing, watch live shows, and enjoy a BBQ dinner.

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Duration 4 - 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Hindi, Urdu
Pickup included
Meet your guide/driver in your hotel lobby at the arranged pickup time. Pickup time and location confirmation will be sent to you by email and WhatsApp. Pickup and drop-off is included from any hotel or residential address within Dubai Central locations: Bur Dubai, Deira, Karama, Oud Metha, Al Qusais, Al Jafliya, Al Rashidya, Al Barsha, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Discovery Garden, Downtown, Business Bay, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Jumeirah, Sheikh Zayed Road, Sports City, Dubai Land, Jumeirah Village, Jumeirah Circle, Dubai Investment Park, and Arabian Ranches. Pickup from Al Maha Resort, Bab Al Shams, Jebel Ali Resorts, Expo Village Hotels, Al Maktoum Area Hotels, Jebel Ali Palm Hotels, and Dubai Parks hotels and resorts and also from Ajman City and Sharjah City are on a private basis only with no sharing options. Pickup is not available from the Hatta area.
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

S
Shamas – United Kingdom

The entire experience was absolutely incredible from start to finish! The Red Dune Desert adventure, dune buggy ride, and BBQ buffet dinner in Dubai exceeded all expectations. The highlight of the trip was definitely our amazing guide, Jamil. He was friendly, professional, and extremely knowledgeable, making the whole experience smooth, exciting, and memorable. The dune buggy ride was thrilling and packed with adrenaline, and the red dunes were stunning — perfect for photos and an unforgettable desert adventure. The BBQ dinner was delicious, with a great variety of food, live entertainment, and a relaxing atmosphere to end the evening. Huge thanks to Jamil for making this trip one to remember. I’d highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Dubai — it’s a must-do!

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Waqas – United Kingdom

Absolutely brilliant experience, must do. Hilarious transfer ride with Ather. Professional guide once we got on the buggies (and once I was confident the guide even allowed us to speed up). Camels were cute. All-in-all excellent day out with the stunning desert vista all around.

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Itinerary

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    3 pickup location options:

    Dubai, Ajman, Sharjah

  • Jeep / SUV

    (45 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Red Dunes Desert Safari, Dubai

    Off-road adventure, Safety briefing (1 hour)

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    Red Dunes Desert Safari, Dubai

    Sandboarding (20 minutes)

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    Red Dunes Desert Safari, Dubai

    Photo stop, Camel ride (15 minutes)

    Red Dunes Desert Safari, Dubai

    Dinner, Camp activities, BBQ, Dance show, Traditional dance show (2.5 hours)

    Optional, Extra fee

  • Jeep / SUV

    (45 minutes)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Ajman, Sharjah, Dubai

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a 60-min off-road adventure in a dune buggy
  • Get a henna tattoo
  • Watch the sunset over the sand dunes
  • Experience an Arabic welcome of coffee and dates into the desert camp
  • Enjoy the belly dancing and Tanura dance show by Arabic dancers

Full description

Uncover the beauty of the desert on an exhilarating Dune Buggy tour from Dubai with private and shared options. Choose to include a visit to Bedouin camp and experience the joys of local hospitality. Upgrade your experience with the option to include mouth-watering BBQ dinner.

Ride one of the twin-seater dune buggies and set off on this unique adventure around the Dubai desert. Explore the region’s majestic sand dunes, climbing up and over peaks and valleys and taking in the amazing scenery.

Your guide will show you the best routes to take and will make sure you ride at a pace that you find comfortable. If you’re feeling a bit tired, stop for a breather and some refreshments before heading off into the sand dunes once again.

For your comfort and safety, each dune buggy comes equipped with a full roll cage, bucket seats and a full safety harness. This adventure can be experienced as a solo passenger or as a couple sharing the buggy for an hour.

Finally, once the buggy adventure is done, the 4x4 vehicles will be waiting for you, to take you to the Bedouin camp in the middle of the desert for some live entertainment and a BBQ Buffet dinner.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off in central Dubai
  • Dune buggy ride
  • BBQ dinner (depending on option selected)
  • Belly dancing show (depending on option selected)
  • Tanoura show (depending on option selected)
  • Shisha (depending on option selected)
  • Camel ride (depending on option selected)
  • Henna tattoo (depending on option selected)
  • Arabic coffee and soft drinks (depending on option selected)
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Tips (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 16 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Camera

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Dune Buggy is a self-driving activity taken at your own risk and the activity provider’s insurance does not cover it. Any accidents or damages from the activity will be the sole responsibility of the rider and passenger. International travel insurance is recommended as self-driving activities are prone to risk, possibly leading to serious injury.
  • All participants must sign an indemnity form before the tour.
  • This tour is not recommended for those with serious medical conditions like back problems or heart complaints.
  • Pregnant women should avoid this tour.
  • Children 15 and under will be Passenger only.
  • If staying at specific resorts like Al Maha, Bab Al Shams, and others, choose the private transfer option.
  • The experience lasts about 6 hours, including a 1-hour dune buggy ride.
  • Program may change due to religious seasons or other circumstances
  • Contact the local supplier 24 hours before the tour for exact pickup time.
  • No entertainment or alcohol during Ramadan.
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 2021 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    4.9/5

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Shamas – United KingdomJune 9, 2025 – Verified booking
The entire experience was absolutely incredible from start to finish! The Red Dune Desert adventure, dune buggy ride, and BBQ buffet dinner in Dubai exceeded all expectations. The highlight of the trip was definitely our amazing guide, Jamil. He was friendly, professional, and extremely knowledgeable, making the whole experience smooth, exciting, and memorable. The dune buggy ride was thrilling and packed with adrenaline, and the red dunes were stunning — perfect for photos and an unforgettable desert adventure. The BBQ dinner was delicious, with a great variety of food, live entertainment, and a relaxing atmosphere to end the evening. Huge thanks to Jamil for making this trip one to remember. I’d highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Dubai — it’s a must-do!

Response from provider

June 10, 2025

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Red Dune Desert adventure, dune buggy ride, and BBQ buffet dinner in Dubai. It's fantastic to know that Jamil provided top-notch service, enhancing your adventure with his expertise and friendliness. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more memories.

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Waqas – United KingdomJune 4, 2025 – Verified booking
Absolutely brilliant experience, must do. Hilarious transfer ride with Ather. Professional guide once we got on the buggies (and once I was confident the guide even allowed us to speed up). Camels were cute. All-in-all excellent day out with the stunning desert vista all around.

Response from provider

June 5, 2025

Thank you for your glowing review! We are delighted to hear that you had an absolutely brilliant experience on our tour with us. We are thrilled that you found the transfer ride hilarious and enjoyed the professionalism of our guide during the buggy ride. It's great to hear that you appreciated the opportunity to speed and camel ride. Thank you so much for your words and welcome back

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Emiliano – ItalyJune 3, 2025 – Verified booking
It was thrilling and amazing, and Taimur has been the best guide ever! Buggy was a real experience and the camp just magical!

Response from provider

June 10, 2025

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We are delighted to hear that you found your buggy adventure thrilling and amazing, and that Taimur provided you with exceptional guidance. We strive to create magical moments for our guests, and we are thrilled that you enjoyed your time at the camp. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back...

Product ID: 130623

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