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Standard tier
Standard Evening Desert Safari Dubai
The full 6-7 hour evening at our entry price — 4x4 hotel pickup, dune bashing, sandboarding, sunset stop, BBQ under the stars, and 3 live shows. Same camp our premium tiers use.
What you get
What you get.
4x4 hotel pickup
Door-to-door pickup in a Land Cruiser SUV — no coaster bus, no meeting points.
Dunes + sandboarding
Hit the high dunes in a 4×4, then glide down golden slopes on a sandboard.
Sunset stop + camp
Photo stop at golden hour on a high dune, then arrival at the traditional Bedouin camp.
BBQ + 3 live shows
BBQ buffet with unlimited drinks, then Tanoura, belly dance, and fire show under the stars.
What's inside
Inclusions & exclusions.
Included in AED 79
9 items
4x4 hotel pickup
Door-to-door Land Cruiser SUV, direct from your hotel
Dune bashing
High-dune route through Lehbab desert
Sandboarding
Glide down golden slopes on the high dunes
Sunset photo stop
Dedicated golden-hour stop on a high dune for photos
Bedouin camp
Traditional UAE camp setup with majlis seating and lanterns
Henna tattoo
Traditional Arabic patterns — ladies only
BBQ dinner
Arabic + international, veg & non-veg, dietary needs accommodated
Unlimited drinks
Water, tea, Arabic coffee, soft drinks — refilled all evening
3 live shows
Tanoura whirling dance, 2 belly dance sets, fire show finale
Same camp, same shows, same buffet as our Premium tier — at our entry price.
On the day
Tour Program
Pickup runs 2:30-3:30 PM depending on your hotel zone. The schedule below assumes a 3:00 PM start.
3:00 PM
4x4 hotel pickup
Your driver arrives at your hotel reception in a Land Cruiser. Quick safety brief, then we head to the desert (about 45 min from central Dubai).
3:45 PM
Dune bashing begins
Tyres deflated, seatbelts on. High-dune driving through Lehbab desert with experienced safety-trained drivers.
4:30 PM
Sandboarding + sunset photos
Stop at the highest dune for a sandboarding session and dedicated photo time during golden hour.
5:30 PM
Arrive at the Bedouin camp
Welcome with Arabic coffee and dates. Settle in for the evening at the main stage.
5:45 PM
Camel ride + henna
Short camel ride around the camp perimeter. Henna application for ladies — choose from traditional Arabic patterns.
6:30 PM
BBQ buffet dinner
Live cooking station with Arabic + international dishes. Veg, non-veg, vegan, halal, gluten-free all available — flag dietary needs at booking.
7:30 PM
Entertainment shows
Tanoura dance (whirling dervish), two belly dance performances, and the fire show finale. Front-row view from your priority seating.
8:30 PM
Coffee, stargazing, free time
Wind down at the camp — Arabic coffee refills and uninterrupted desert sky before the drive back.
9:00 PM
Hotel drop-off
Same Land Cruiser, same driver. Direct return to your hotel — back by approximately 9:45 PM depending on your zone.
Practical
What to wear & bring.
What to wear
- Light, comfortable clothing — cotton works best
- Closed-toe shoes — for sandboarding (sand can be hot)
- Modest layers if you prefer — camp is family-friendly
- Avoid heels, sandals, or open footwear
- Sunglasses for the dune bashing portion
What to bring
- Phone or camera — desert light is incredible
- Small bag for valuables
- Phone charger or power bank
- Cash or card for the day's payment
- Light jacket or shawl (Nov-Mar only)
Hotel pickup
Free pickup across Dubai.
No extra charge for pickup from any hotel, apartment, or address in these zones.
Dubai Marina
JBR
Downtown Dubai
Business Bay
Bur Dubai
Deira
Jumeirah
Palm Jumeirah
Al Barsha
DIFC
DIP / Jebel Ali
Sharjah (selected areas)
Standard safari, answered
Frequently asked, cleared up.
What's the difference between Premium and Standard Evening Safari?
Both tiers use 4×4 SUV pickup, visit the same Bedouin camp, and serve the same buffet, shows, and drinks. Premium adds three upgrades: a longer 25-30 min high-dune route through Lehbab desert (Standard runs a shorter loop), priority majlis seating closer to the stage at camp, and a fuller BBQ buffet with international options. Standard guests get the same camp, same shows, same buffet, and same evening experience — just at the entry-tier price of AED 79.
Is the 4x4 pickup private to my group, or shared with strangers?
On the Sharing tier (AED 79/person), the 4x4 SUV picks up your group plus up to 2-3 other guests heading to the same camp — direct from your hotel, no bus stops or meeting points. On the Private tier (AED 449/vehicle), the 4x4 is exclusively yours — up to 6 guests, your own driver, and you control the pickup time within a 30-min window.
Will I see the sunset on the Standard safari?
Yes — sunset is part of the safari for everyone. The 4×4 stops at a high dune around golden hour for photos, before continuing to the camp. The dedicated photo timing is the same across all our tiers.
Does Standard include quad bike or dune buggy?
Quad bike and dune buggy are not included in any of our safari tiers — they're separate add-ons because not every guest wants them. You can add either at booking or on the day, and prices depend on duration and seat count. Message us on WhatsApp for current rates.
Can I add extras (quad bike, alcohol, etc.) on the day instead of pre-booking?
Yes — quad bike, dune buggy, and alcoholic drinks at the camp can all be added on the day. Pay our driver or at the camp directly (cash or card both work). For quad bike specifically, we recommend pre-booking during peak season (Nov-Feb) since slots fill up.
Are children charged the same as adults for Standard?
Children under 3 are completely free — they ride on a parent's lap during dune bashing and don't take a separate camp seat. Children 3 and older are charged the same as adults (AED 79 sharing / counted toward the 6-person limit on Private). This is industry-standard for desert safaris in Dubai because the per-vehicle and per-camp costs are the same regardless of guest size.
How far in advance should I book Standard?
Off-peak (April-October): 1-2 days ahead is usually fine. Peak season (November-March, especially weekends and holidays): book 4-7 days ahead. Premium and VIP tiers sell out faster than Standard because of limited capacity at those tiers — Standard has more flexibility on most days. Same-day bookings are sometimes possible — message us on WhatsApp first to check availability.
What happens if there's a sandstorm or heavy rain?
Heavy weather is rare but real — sandstorms occur 2-3 days a year, rain even less. If conditions make dune bashing unsafe, we either reschedule to another day at no charge, or run a modified version (skip dune bashing, full camp + dinner + shows experience). Your call. We never operate when it's unsafe — driver safety record is non-negotiable for us.
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